2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz MPG
EPA-rated · verified snapshot 2026-08-30 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz gets 25 MPG combined — 22 city and 30 highway — in its most efficient configuration (2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive).
City22 MPG
Highway30 MPG
$2,450Fuel cost / yr (EPA est.)
356 g/miCO₂
RegularFuel
$-1,2505-yr fuel cost vs. average vehicle
5 / 10EPA Fuel Economy & GHG score
Where it sits among compact suvs (2025)
Compared with the 2024 model, the 2025 Santa Cruz is +2 MPG better at its best.
Every 2025 Santa Cruz trim
| Configuration | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,450 |
| 2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,550 |
| 2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (AM-S8) · All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,800 |
FAQ
Where does the 2025 Santa Cruz rank among compact suvs for MPG?
The 2025 Santa Cruz's 25 MPG combined is below the compact suvs average of 45.4 MPG for 2025.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Santa Cruz per year?
Based on EPA assumptions (15,000 miles/year), estimated annual fuel cost is $2,450 for the most efficient trim.
What is the city and highway MPG of the 2025 Santa Cruz?
The most efficient trim is rated 22 MPG city and 30 MPG highway.