Santa Fe Hybrid FWD — Hybrid · FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 36 MPG
Official vehicle configuration guide
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe
Compare 5 EPA-tested configurations, including the exact powertrain, fuel, driven wheels, engine, transmission and efficiency data available for this model year.
Official source verified U.S. market 5 EPA configurations GasolineHybrid 12 feature guides
Official EPA configuration data
5 configurationsChoose the closest tested configuration.
These entries distinguish powertrains and driveline combinations recorded by the U.S. EPA. They help narrow the vehicle, but they are not guaranteed retail trim or option-package names.
Match the fuel type, drive and transmission shown on the vehicle documents. A dealer package may use a different name.
Selected configurationSanta Fe AWD — Gasoline · AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 23 MPG
Gasoline- Fuel
- Regular
- Engine
- SIDI & PFI · turbocharged
- Drive
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S8)
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG combined
- City / highway
- 20 / 28 MPG
- Electric motor
- Not listed
- Range
- Not listed
- 240 V charge time
- Not listed
- Secondary / blended economy
- Not listed
- EPA vehicle class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Stop-start system
- Yes
Santa Fe AWD — Gasoline · AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 23 MPG selected.
Configuration is not the same as trim. EPA records can separate engines, fuel systems, transmissions or driven wheels without identifying badges such as LX, XLE or Touring. Confirm the retail trim with the window sticker, build sheet or manufacturer VIN portal.
Compare every tested configuration
5 official recordsMechanical and efficiency differences.
All rows are visible in the page and link to their exact government record. EPA configurations identify tested hardware, not guaranteed retail trim names.
View all 5 EPA configuration rows
| EPA carline | Powertrain | Engine / motor | Drive | Transmission | Combined | Range / charge | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe AWD — Gasoline · AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 23 MPG | GasolineRegular | SIDI & PFI | AWD | Automatic (AM-S8) | 23 MPG20 city / 28 highway | — | EPA record ↗ |
| Santa Fe AWD XRT — Gasoline · AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 22 MPG | GasolineRegular | SIDI & PFI | AWD | Automatic (AM-S8) | 22 MPG19 city / 26 highway | — | EPA record ↗ |
| Santa Fe FWD — Gasoline · FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 24 MPG | GasolineRegular | SIDI & PFI | FWD | Automatic (AM-S8) | 24 MPG20 city / 29 highway | — | EPA record ↗ |
| Santa Fe Hybrid AWD — Hybrid · AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 34 MPG | HybridRegular | SIDI; Hybrid | AWD | Automatic (AM-S6) | 34 MPG35 city / 34 highway | — | EPA record ↗ |
| Santa Fe Hybrid FWD — Hybrid · FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 36 MPG | HybridRegular | SIDI; Hybrid | FWD | Automatic (AM-S6) | 36 MPG36 city / 35 highway | — | EPA record ↗ |
At a glance
What the official records cover.
Each option above is tied to a unique FuelEconomy.gov vehicle ID. EPA names sometimes expose a retail badge such as LE or Woodland Edition, but many records identify only the tested mechanical configuration.
Santa Fe AWD, Santa Fe AWD XRT, Santa Fe FWD, Santa Fe Hybrid AWD, Santa Fe Hybrid FWD
Gasoline, Hybrid
AWD, FWD
2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl
How to identify yours
Match the hardware before the badge.
- 1
Start with fuel and powertrain. Check whether the vehicle is gasoline, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, electric or fuel-cell.
- 2
Match driven wheels and engine. Use FWD, RWD, AWD or 4WD plus displacement/cylinder information from the window sticker or registration.
- 3
Confirm the exact EPA record. Select the closest option and open its FuelEconomy.gov link. Use a VIN-specific build sheet when you need the retail trim or option package.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy / EPA FuelEconomy.gov dataset ↗ · U.S. market snapshot 2026-11-04. Economy values are official estimates, not a promise of real-world consumption.
Before you try a feature: equipment, trim, powertrain, market and software can change availability. Open the guide and check its exact scope.
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Features worth knowing.
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Drive modes Official source verified
Adjust Santa Fe Hybrid Regeneration With the Paddles
Raise or lower regenerative deceleration in Drive and recognize that levels 1–3 do not bring the vehicle to a full stop.
Drive modes Official source verified
Configure MY DRIVE MODE on the Santa Fe Hybrid
Choose ECO, SPORT or SMART powertrain behavior and a SPORT steering feel for a personalized mode.
Climate & air quality Official source verified
Enable Air-Conditioning Auto-Drying
Let the blower dry A/C moisture after shutdown to help reduce odor inside the climate system.
Cargo & utility Official source verified
Enable and Use the Hands-Free Smart Liftgate
Enable the feature, lock the Santa Fe for 15 seconds and remain in the rear detection zone with the smart key.
Drive modes Official source verified
Enable the Navigation-Linked Coasting Guide
Use route data to receive a cluster prompt telling you when to release the accelerator before a deceleration event.
Cabin & comfort Official source verified
Read the Hybrid Power and Battery Gauges
Distinguish CHARGE, ECO and POWER operation and recognize when the engine automatically restores a low hybrid battery.
Key fob & access Official source verified
Register and Use the Santa Fe NFC Card Key
Register one card with both smart keys present, then use the handle pad for entry and the wireless pad for starting.
Key fob & access Official source verified
Remote-Start the Gasoline Santa Fe From the Smart Key
Lock the Santa Fe, hold Remote Start within four seconds and enter with a registered key before the 10-minute timeout.
Maintenance Official source verified
Respond if the Santa Fe Hybrid System Shuts Off
Pull over safely, secure the vehicle, retry the hybrid system and check fuel before considering the jump-start procedure.
Cargo & utility Official source verified
Save a Custom Power-Liftgate Opening Height
Move the liftgate to the preferred height, store it from the inner button and select User Height Setting in the display.
Cabin & comfort Official source verified
Save a Driver Seat and Mirror Memory Position
Store the adjusted driver seat and side mirrors in memory button 1 or 2 while the Santa Fe is on and in Park.
Drive modes Official source verified
Turn Smart Regeneration On or Off
Enable the infotainment option and hold the left paddle in Drive until AUTO confirms adaptive regeneration.