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2022 Hyundai

Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid

Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo

Hyundai Santa Fe: best and worst years
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid

Closest available photo (2023 model year); you're viewing the 2022.

2023 photoCorqeCC0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AM-S6)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Motor kW
67EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,900EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
111 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
440 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Range per hour (240V)
129 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
3.4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
189 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
67 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
109 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
5,247 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
5
Owner complaints
181
Reported injuries
2

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN19%
  • ENGINE18%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER16%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM9%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 276 total.

Hyundai Santa Fe: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

107 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 5, 2026POWER TRAIN26-AT-005H TSB

    This bulletin provides information related to a Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software update for some vehicles equipped with an 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8WDCT). The software update revises the touch point learning variation, improving drivability and judder symptoms. Some 8WDCTs (indicated by a new part number) received an updated clutch spring. The correct TCU software update must be matched with the correct corresponding 8WDCT hardware, otherwise, drivability concerns may occur

  • Apr 28, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER26-BD-002H TSB

    Certain Hyundai vehicles with exterior white paint may exhibit peeling or bubbling on metal body panels: hood, fender(s), roof, door(s), quarter panel(s), and tailgate/trunk. The paint warranty coverage for affected vehicles has been extended to 10 years/unlimited miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use and is valid for original and subsequent owners. The warranty extension does not apply to any vehicle that has ever been declared a total loss or sold for salvage by

  • Apr 28, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER26-BD-002H DN

    Some Hyundai vehicles with exterior white paint may exhibit peeling or bubbling on metal body panels: hood, fender(s), roof, door(s), quarter panel(s), and tailgate/trunk. The paint warranty coverage for affected vehicles has been extended to 10 years/unlimited miles from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use and is valid for original and subsequent owners.

  • Apr 18, 2026ENGINE26-EE-003H TSB

    Some vehicles may exhibit difficulty starting in cold weather. This bulletin provides the procedure to perform an inspection on the starter magnetic switch for potential freezing and, if necessary, replace the starter magnetic switch (solenoid) assembly.

  • Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DL

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during

  • Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DCS

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached anno

  • Mar 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERZ09 OL

    Certain 2021 – 2023 model year Santa Fe, 2021 – 2023 model year Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2022 – 2023 model year Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles may experience an inoperable horn that may be caused by foreign substances causing internal parts to oxidize. At Hyundai, we are committed to providing vehicles of outstanding quality and value. In an effort to meet this commitment, the warranty coverage for the horn assemblies under these conditions has been extended to 10 years/ 120,000 miles from the dat

  • Mar 3, 2026POWER TRAIN26-AT-001H TSB

    Some Santa Cruz (NXT), Santa Fe (TMA, MX5A), and Sonata (DN8A) models may require replacement of the 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8WDCT) when the vehicle sets one of the high pressure electric oil pump (HP EOP) DTCs listed below. This bulletin provides instructions to replace the 8WDCT.

  • and 99 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.