Hyundai Santa Cruz MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Hyundai Santa Cruz model year from 2022 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Santa Cruz has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2026 (up to 25 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Hyundai Santa Cruz fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $33,122 | 389 listings |
| 2025 | 21–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $33,750 | 35 listings |
| 2024 | 22–23 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $27,099 | 618 listings |
| 2023 | 22–23 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $25,190 | 351 listings |
| 2022 | 22–23 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $23,291 | 41 listings |
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz: engines & MPG
The 2026 Santa Cruz was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 25 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $33,122 on VehiSales (389 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD NX4 OB 2.5 AWD 8AT | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Santa Cruz XRT AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD NX4 OB 2.5T AWD 8AT | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz: engines & MPG
The 2025 Santa Cruz was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 25 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $33,750 on VehiSales (35 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Santa Cruz XRT AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz: engines & MPG
The 2024 Santa Cruz was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 23 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $27,099 on VehiSales (618 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 21 | 25 | 23 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz: engines & MPG
The 2023 Santa Cruz was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 23 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $25,190 on VehiSales (351 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 21 | 25 | 23 MPG |
| Santa Cruz FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz: engines & MPG
The 2022 Santa Cruz was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 23 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $23,291 on VehiSales (41 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Santa Cruz AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Hyundai Santa Cruz get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Santa Cruz range from 23 to 25 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2026 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz have?
The 2026 Santa Cruz was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl engines — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Hyundai Santa Cruz require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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