Model year guide

2026 Hyundai Santa FE

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Hyundai Santa FE is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2026 Hyundai Santa FE at a glance

Combined21–36 mpg

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2026 Hyundai Santa FE MPG & running costs

Combined21–36 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,540
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S6) or Automatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$700 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2026 Hyundai Santa FE costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,700
Fuel only$12,700
Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2026 Hyundai Santa FE vehicles on record

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2026 Hyundai Santa FE — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2026 Hyundai Santa FE get?

The 2026 Hyundai Santa FE has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–36 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.