2024 Hyundai Santa Fe — Full Specifications
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The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is an SUV offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 29 mpg (UK) / 24 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 26–43 mpg (UK) across all configurations. A hybrid version is also listed by EPA (1.6L 4-cyl turbo), returning around 43 mpg (UK) combined. Owners often keep a Hyundai Santa Fe workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe: Fuel economy slips from 31 to 29 mpg (UK) combined on the most efficient configuration. No longer listed: 2.5L 4-cyl. The overall NHTSA rating moves from 5★ to 4★.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Length | 4770 mm |
| Height | 1703 mm |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 29 combined / 24 urban / 35 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 24 combined / 20 city / 29 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 234 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,800 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 4 configurations for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe across 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo). Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 36 mpg (US), or 26 to 43 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo (Hybrid) | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 41 | 34 (35/34) | 160 | $1,950 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo (Hybrid) | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 36 (36/35) | 155 | $1,850 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 22 (19/26) | 254 | $3,050 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 24 (20/29) | 234 | $2,800 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Running Costs: 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe at 29 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,254 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,800 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns that include the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (2), Electrical system (2), Seat belts (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Seat belts — campaign 26V218000, reported 6 April 2026. Risk: A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Back over prevention — campaign 25V808000, reported 21 November 2025. Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 25V659000, reported 2 October 2025. Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
- Electrical system — campaign 24V843000, reported 7 November 2024. Risk: A sunshade that closes unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Showing the 4 most recent of 7 campaigns.
Owners have filed 186 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The most-reported areas are Power train (52), Unspecified (40), Electrical system (39). Complaints include 12 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 11 reported injuries. That is close to the median of 263 complaints across the 17 Hyundai Santa Fe model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (2 recall campaigns · 39 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Transmission & drivetrain (52 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Engine (21 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Seat belts (1 recall campaign) — Check every belt latches and retracts properly and that any restraint recalls were completed.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Hyundai Santa Fe compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 29 mpg figure is 2 mpg better than that average. Its 234 g/km CO₂ figure is 19 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Hyundai models in our database average about 34 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's 29 mpg is 5 mpg below that make average. Its 234 g/km CO₂ figure is 27 g/km higher than the 207 g/km Hyundai average.
Of the 17 Hyundai Santa Fe model years we cover, the 2024 ranks 6th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (29 mpg UK combined, against a high of 31 mpg). See every Hyundai Santa Fe year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
EPA lists 2 engines for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2.5L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (am-s8).
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The most efficient configuration returns around 29 mpg (UK) combined, or 24 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 26 to 43 mpg. The hybrid version returns around 43 mpg (UK) combined.
How much does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,800 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns that include the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (2), Electrical system (2), Seat belts (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Among the 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Power train (52 complaints), Unspecified (40 complaints), Electrical system (39 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 29 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.