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2022 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 24 to 34 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 25 mpg | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,350 | 344 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,450 | 365 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 22 mpg | 25 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,550 | 378 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S8) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 21 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,550 | 375 g/mi |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 33 mpg | 30 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 283 g/mi |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 36 mpg | 31 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 264 g/mi |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 33 mpg | 32 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,850 | 111 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.5L 4-cylinder, Automatic (S8), Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 5 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 21V524000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · 22V197000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall 222.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · 22V746000
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
TRAILER HITCHES · 23V181000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 24V879000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 24 to 34 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Santa Fe?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe have recalls?
NHTSA returned 5 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated