2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
The 2020 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.
- Combined MPG
- 25
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $34,000
- Recalls
- 2
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Santa Fe |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 22 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 29 |
| Combined MPG | 25 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 362 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2500 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Santa Fe AWD | 22 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Santa Fe AWD | 24 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe FWD | 23 MPG combined |
| Santa Fe FWD | 25 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 22% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $30,600
- Total interest
- $5,323
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≈ $1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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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)
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD21V00M000 · 2021-12-28
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
- 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 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway).
Is the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2020 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 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 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 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2020 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