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Do Not Drive — Critical Safety Warning

The NHTSA has issued a "Park It" advisory for this specific vehicle configuration. There is a catastrophic safety defect that poses an immediate risk of death or severe injury. Scroll down to the Recall Intelligence section for specific remedy instructions.

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2023Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDRegular

2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

EPA ID: 45313

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City MPG

Combined MPG

32MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid achieves an EPA-estimated 32 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 33 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (am-s6), this small sport utility vehicle 4wd features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2023 Santa Fe Hybrid produces approximately 283 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Santa Fe Hybrid performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,850, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine1.6L 4-cyl

AspirationTurbocharged

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S6)

Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions283 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemEquipped

GHG Score6/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,850

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

31.6

Impact vs EPA

+$22

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$499/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$13,860

46.3%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$8,203

27.4%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,459

24.9%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.3%

Total 5-Year Cost$29,922

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #23V181000·2023-05-16

⛔ PARK IT

Component: TRAILER HITCHES

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.

Campaign #22V816000·2022-12-14

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Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Genesis G80 Electric, 2021-2022 Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

56.6 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 70 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 4.7 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.