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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.

2016 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Combined MPG
23
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$34,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeHyundai
ModelSanta Fe
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG20
Highway MPG27
Combined MPG23
CO₂ tailpipe387 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2700

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Santa Fe AWD20 MPG combined
Santa Fe FWD21 MPG combined
Santa Fe Sport AWD21 MPG combined
Santa Fe Sport AWD20 MPG combined
Santa Fe Sport FWD23 MPG combined
Santa Fe Sport FWD22 MPG combined
Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD22 MPG combined
Santa Fe Ultimate AWD19 MPG combined
Santa Fe Ultimate FWD20 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City20 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined23 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Santa Fe23 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 29% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$599/mo
Amount financed
$30,600
Total interest
$5,323
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5-year fuel cost
$8,739

$1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG23
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA 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