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Hyundai Santa Fe MPG: Gas and Hybrid by Trim
The Santa Fe comes with a 2.5-liter turbo gas engine or a 1.6-liter turbo hybrid, with front-wheel drive or HTRAC all-wheel drive on most trims (the XRT is AWD only), and its fuel economy depends on which combination you choose. This guide uses the 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid pages on hyundaiusa.com and the 2027 Santa Fe records on fueleconomy.gov, all read November 2, 2026. Other model years can differ.
36 mpgcombined, 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid FWD (35 with AWD)
24 mpgcombined, Santa Fe 2.5T FWD (23 with AWD)
637 miestimated range, Santa Fe Hybrid FWD on a full tank
17.7 galfuel tank, every 2027 Santa Fe
What MPG does a Hyundai Santa Fe get?
Hyundai lists EPA estimates for the 2027 Santa Fe with the 277-hp 2.5-liter turbo engine of 20 city, 29 highway and 24 combined mpg with front-wheel drive and 20 city, 28 highway and 23 combined mpg with HTRAC AWD; the Santa Fe XRT AWD is rated 19/25/21. The 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid is rated 37/36/36 with front-wheel drive and 35/34/35 with AWD. Hyundai says all figures are EPA estimates for comparison purposes only and that actual mileage may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and the vehicle's condition.
2027 Santa Fe MPG by trim and drive
| 2027 Santa Fe | FWD (city / hwy / combined) | HTRAC AWD (city / hwy / combined) |
|---|---|---|
| SE, SEL, Limited, Calligraphy (2.5T gas) | 20 / 29 / 24 | 20 / 28 / 23 |
| XRT (2.5T gas) | Not available | 19 / 25 / 21 |
| Hybrid SE, SEL, Limited, Calligraphy | 37 / 36 / 36 | 35 / 34 / 35 |
From the fuel economy disclaimers and trim specifications on the 2027 Santa Fe and 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid pages on hyundaiusa.com, read November 2, 2026. Hyundai lists HTRAC AWD as standard on the XRT and says HTRAC AWD is available on all Santa Fe Hybrid trims.
Every Santa Fe Hybrid trim carries the same rating for a given drive, and so does every gas trim except the XRT. Choosing AWD costs the gas Santa Fe 1 combined mpg and the Hybrid 1 combined mpg. You can also see the Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid at Michigan City Hyundai.
What fueleconomy.gov lists
| fueleconomy.gov listing | City / highway / combined mpg | Transmission | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe FWD (2.5 L) | 20 / 29 / 24 | Automatic (S8) | Regular |
| Santa Fe AWD (2.5 L) | 20 / 28 / 23 | Automatic (S8) | Regular |
| Santa Fe AWD XRT (2.5 L) | 19 / 25 / 21 | Automatic (S8) | Regular |
| Santa Fe Hybrid FWD (1.6 L) | 37 / 36 / 36 | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular |
| Santa Fe Hybrid AWD (1.6 L) | 35 / 34 / 35 | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular |
From the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy and EPA), records 50530, 50541, 50540, 50528 and 50538, read November 2, 2026.
The fueleconomy.gov ratings match Hyundai's figures for each powertrain and drive.
Santa Fe fuel tank and driving range
17.7-gallon tank
Hyundai lists a 17.7-gallon fuel tank for every 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid trim.
Hybrid: up to 637 miles
Hyundai estimates a 637-mile driving range for the Santa Fe Hybrid SE, SEL, Limited and Calligraphy with front-wheel drive and 620 miles with AWD, based on a full tank and the EPA combined rating of 36 and 35 mpg.
Regular fuel
Fueleconomy.gov lists regular gasoline for every 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid listing.
Stop-start
Fueleconomy.gov lists start-stop technology on all five 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid records.
From the 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid pages on hyundaiusa.com (range disclaimer and trim specifications) and fueleconomy.gov, read November 2, 2026. Hyundai says actual range and mileage may vary.
Santa Fe engines
| 2027 Santa Fe | Engine | Output | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe (gas) | 2.5L turbo inline 4-cylinder | 277 hp @ 5,800 rpm, 311 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm | 8-speed automatic |
| Santa Fe Hybrid | 1.6L turbo inline 4-cylinder hybrid | 231 hp and 271 lb.-ft. combined | 6-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
From the Powertrain & Handling and Hybrid System specifications on hyundaiusa.com, read November 2, 2026. Hyundai lists the hybrid's 1.6L turbo engine at 178 hp @ 5,500 rpm and 195 lb.-ft. @ 1,500-4,500 rpm before the electric motor, and a 1.49 kWh hybrid battery.
What affects your Santa Fe's MPG
Hyundai's fuel economy disclaimer says actual mileage may vary with:
- Options, such as HTRAC AWD (compare the ratings above).
- Driving conditions, such as highway or city driving.
- Driving habits.
- The vehicle's condition.
Want your Santa Fe checked? You can schedule service online, look up the right oil in our Santa Fe oil type and capacity guide, and compare other Hyundai SUVs in our Tucson MPG guide and Palisade MPG guide.
Michigan City Hyundai service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
From Michigan City Hyundai's website, November 2, 2026. The website lists Sunday as closed. Holiday hours can differ.
Hyundai Santa Fe MPG questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Hyundai lists EPA estimates of 20 city, 29 highway and 24 combined mpg for the 2027 Santa Fe SE, SEL, Limited and Calligraphy with front-wheel drive, 20 city, 28 highway and 23 combined mpg with HTRAC AWD, and 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg for the Santa Fe XRT AWD. Hyundai says actual mileage may vary.
What is the Santa Fe Hybrid MPG?
Hyundai lists 37 city, 36 highway and 36 combined mpg for the 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid SE, SEL, Limited and Calligraphy with front-wheel drive, and 35 city, 34 highway and 35 combined mpg with HTRAC AWD.
How far can a Santa Fe Hybrid go on a tank of gas?
Hyundai estimates a 637-mile driving range for the 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid with front-wheel drive and 620 miles with AWD, based on a full 17.7-gallon tank and the EPA combined rating. Hyundai says actual range and mileage may vary.
How big is the Santa Fe gas tank?
Hyundai lists a 17.7-gallon fuel tank for every 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid trim.
Does the Santa Fe take regular gas?
Fueleconomy.gov lists regular gasoline for the 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid.
How is the Santa Fe XRT rated?
Hyundai lists the XRT with HTRAC AWD as standard (front-wheel drive is not available) and rates it at 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg, against 20/28/23 for the other gas trims with AWD. Its spec table also lists 8.3 inches of minimum ground clearance for the XRT, against 7.0 inches for most other trims.
Questions about a Santa Fe?
Visit Michigan City Hyundai at 625 US 20 in Michigan City, IN. Our team can compare the Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid with you, and our service team can help keep your Santa Fe maintained.
Sources
EPA fuel economy by trim and drive, fuel tank capacity, Hybrid driving range, engines, output, transmissions, drivetrain availability and ground clearance are from the 2027 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid pages on hyundaiusa.com, read November 2, 2026. Fueleconomy.gov ratings, fuel type, transmission and start-stop are from the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe records on fueleconomy.gov, read the same day. Other model years can differ. Address and hours are from Michigan City Hyundai's own website. Image: Hyundai Motor America.
- 2027 Santa Fe: EPA fuel economy disclaimers by trim and drive, trim specifications (fuel economy, fuel tank capacity, engines, output, transmissions, drivetrain, ground clearance), Hyundai Motor America, read November 2, 2026
- 2027 Santa Fe trim comparison: fuel economy, fuel tank capacity, engine, output, drivetrain, ground clearance, Hyundai Motor America, read November 2, 2026
- 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid trim comparison: fuel economy, total range, fuel tank capacity, engine, hybrid system output, battery, drivetrain, Hyundai Motor America, read November 2, 2026
- 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid: EPA fuel economy by trim and drive, driving range disclaimer, combined output, HTRAC AWD availability, Hyundai Motor America, read November 2, 2026
- 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe FWD, AWD, AWD XRT, Hybrid FWD and Hybrid AWD: EPA city, highway and combined mpg, fuel type, transmission, start-stop (records 50530, 50541, 50540, 50528, 50538; link opens record 50530), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 2, 2026
- Hyundai Santa Fe Limited (image), Hyundai Motor America, November 2, 2026
- Address and service hours (structured data), Michigan City Hyundai, November 2, 2026
- Service department hours list, Michigan City Hyundai, November 2, 2026
- Hyundai service center at Michigan City Hyundai, Michigan City Hyundai, November 2, 2026
