2023 Hyundai Santa Fe
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Dual-clutch
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Dual-clutch | |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
7 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Santa Fe AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 8-speed automatic
- Santa Fe AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 8-speed dct
- Santa Fe FWD · 2.5L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- Santa Fe FWD · 2.5L · FWD · 8-speed dct
- Santa Fe Hybrid · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Hybrid
- Santa Fe Hybrid Blue · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Hybrid
- Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Plug-in Hybrid
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.
23V181000: 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…
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…
Reported March 17, 2023. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 11, 2026
Data verified: October 11, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Combined fuel economy is 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.