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2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is a compact SUV, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$34,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeHyundai
ModelSanta Fe
Model year2019
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe362 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2500

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Santa Fe AWD23 MPG combined
Santa Fe AWD21 MPG combined
Santa Fe FWD25 MPG combined
Santa Fe FWD22 MPG combined
Santa Fe XL AWD20 MPG combined
Santa Fe XL FWD21 MPG combined
Santa Fe XL Ultimate AWD19 MPG combined
Santa Fe XL Ultimate FWD20 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Santa Fe25 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 22% 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
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW18V715000 · 2018-10-11

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles. The Side Curtain Air Bag (SCAB) mounting bolts may interfere with and damage the air bags during deployment.

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the SCAB installation bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 177.

  • TRAILER HITCHES23V181000 · 2023-03-17

    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.

    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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2019 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