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2021 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG

EPA-rated · verified snapshot 2026-08-30 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe gets 26 MPG combined — 25 city and 28 highway — in its most efficient configuration (2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive).

26COMBINED MPG
City25 MPG
Highway28 MPG
$2,350Fuel cost / yr (EPA est.)
344 g/miCO₂
RegularFuel
$-7505-yr fuel cost vs. average vehicle
5 / 10EPA Fuel Economy & GHG score
Where it sits among compact suvs (2021)

Compared with the 2020 model, the 2021 Santa Fe is +1 MPG better at its best.

Every 2021 Santa Fe trim

ConfigurationCityHwyComb.$/yr
2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive252826$2,350
2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (AM-S8) · Front-Wheel Drive222825$2,450
2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive222524$2,550
2.5L · 4-cyl · Automatic (AM-S8) · All-Wheel Drive212824$2,550

FAQ

Is 26 MPG good for a compact suvs like the 2021 Santa Fe?
The 2021 Santa Fe's 26 MPG combined is below the compact suvs average of 28.1 MPG for 2021.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Santa Fe per year?
Based on EPA assumptions (15,000 miles/year), estimated annual fuel cost is $2,350 for the most efficient trim.
What is the city and highway MPG of the 2021 Santa Fe?
The most efficient trim is rated 25 MPG city and 28 MPG highway.