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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 22 to 36 mpg across 5 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 36 mpg | 35 mpg | 36 mpg | $1,700 | 249 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 20 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,550 | 376 g/mi |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S6) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 35 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 258 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S8) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,800 | 409 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic (AM-S8) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 20 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,650 | 390 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.
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo, Automatic (AM-S6), 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.
2025 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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS · 25V549000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY · 25V659000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe vehicles. The B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor assembly may be improperly installed, which can cause an electrical short during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the starter motor terminal cover, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning October 22, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 285. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 4, 2025.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 25V808000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera may not have been installed properly, which can damage the wiring harness and cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the camera wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning January 15, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 288. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 22, 2025.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · 25V809000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson, 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2026 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will reinstall the side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 29, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 289 and 029G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 22, 2025.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE · 26V218000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2026 Genesis G90, 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The driver and passenger seat belt anchors may detach.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 298 and 032G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 8, 2026.
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV AWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2025 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV FWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 22 to 36 mpg across 5 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 2025 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