2016 Hyundai Santa Fe
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe is a compact SUV, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 23
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $34,000
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Santa Fe |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 20 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 27 |
| Combined MPG | 23 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 387 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2700 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Santa Fe AWD | 20 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Santa Fe FWD | 21 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Sport AWD | 21 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Sport AWD | 20 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Sport FWD | 23 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Sport FWD | 22 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD | 22 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Ultimate AWD | 19 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe Ultimate FWD | 20 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 20 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 29% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $30,600
- Total interest
- $5,323
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (3)
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH17V358000 · 2017-06-05
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch actuating cable may corrode and bind, causing the secondary hood latch to remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary latch cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for the recall is 163.
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES16V145000 · 2016-03-10
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015 to February 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses may be damaged by the seat's height adjuster mechanism, resulting in a failure to provide an audible warning when front seat occupants do not fasten their seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the wires in the front seat belt buckle harnesses to their proper locations, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 141.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE22V056000 · 2022-02-03
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL, and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway).
Is the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC