2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications Overview

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe is certified across 7 configurations with 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 1.6L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (AM-S6) or Automatic (S8) or Automatic (AM-S8). EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD size category.

Engine / Motors
3 Options
1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 1.6L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain...
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
3 Options
Automatic (AM-S6), Automatic (S8)
Vehicle Classification
Small SUV 4WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (7)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
Santa Fe Hybrid Blue Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AM-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 1.6L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain 4 Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine Automatic (AM-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular Gas and Electricity
Santa Fe Hybrid Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 1.6L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic (AM-S6) All-Wheel Drive Regular
Santa Fe FWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Santa Fe FWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S8) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Santa Fe AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Regular
Santa Fe AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (AM-S8) All-Wheel Drive Regular
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD
  • 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD
  • 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SUV AWD
  • 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.