“The Santa Fe is wonderful SUV. Love the size, driving feel, interior design and comfort. The vehicle has a wonderful modern and pleasing exterior design. I have received many a compliment about its appearance and front lighting configuration. Loving this vehicle.”
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The biggest change for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe is the arrival of a plug-in hybrid with standard AWD and about 30 miles of electric driving. Hyundai also adds the rugged-looking XRT gas trim, making this a trim-and-powertrain expansion rather than a full redesign.
About the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe
4th generation Santa Fe (2019-2023), second year after the major 2021 refresh.
The 2022 Santa Fe is Hyundai’s roomy two-row family SUV that sits between the smaller Tucson and the larger Palisade. Hyundai positions it as a value-rich, feature-heavy choice for shoppers who want strong safety tech, a comfortable cabin, and several powertrain paths: regular gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid. Its main appeal is giving buyers a lot of convenience and driver-assistance equipment without moving into a bigger three-row SUV.
The 2022 Santa Fe lineup ranges from the straightforward gas-powered SE to the upscale Calligraphy, which has a turbo engine, quilted leather, and a head-up display. Hybrid shoppers get standard AWD, while the new plug-in hybrid pairs charge-at-home electric driving with practical features; the new XRT focuses on dark exterior trim and side steps rather than serious off-road hardware.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
A plug-in hybrid joins the lineup in SEL Convenience and Limited form. It has standard AWD and provides about 30 miles of electric driving before operating like a regular hybrid.
Styling
The new gas-powered XRT trim adds dark exterior pieces, side steps, and black roof rails and cross rails. Its changes are mainly visual rather than mechanical.
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd DCT w/Shiftronic / Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd DCT w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD / AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | Gas / Hybrid / Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 36 mpg | 22–33 mpg | 22 mpg | 33 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 31 mpg | 28–30 mpg | 28 mpg | 30 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 191 hp | 191 hp | 226 hp | 226–277 hp | 277 hp | 226 hp | 226 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 181 lb-ft | 181 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195–311 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 3500 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft | 36.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 39.5–41.7 in | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 39.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPGe Combined | 76 (Plug-In Hybrid) | 76 | ||||||
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| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||||||
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| Premium Audio | ||||||||
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| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||
| Power Folding Rear Seat | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||||||
| Reclining Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The biggest change is the new Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid. It adds standard AWD and about 30 miles of electric driving before the vehicle operates like a regular hybrid.
Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe a redesign?
No, the 2022 Santa Fe is not a redesign. It is the second model year after the major 2021 refresh, with the main updates limited to the plug-in hybrid and XRT additions.
What is different about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT?
The 2022 XRT is a new gas-powered trim with a tougher-looking exterior. It adds dark trim, side steps, and black roof rails and cross rails, but it does not add serious off-road hardware.
Which 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe trims have the plug-in hybrid powertrain?
The 2022 Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid comes in SEL Convenience and Limited trims. Both pair charge-at-home electric driving with standard AWD, while Limited adds comfort and camera features such as ventilated front seats and a surround-view camera.
Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe worth considering over the 2021 model?
Yes, if the plug-in hybrid or the XRT’s darker styling matters to you. Otherwise, the 2022 model has no broad safety, infotainment, chassis, or body overhaul compared with the refreshed 2021 Santa Fe.
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe.
4.3
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe
(736 reviews)
“It's a great vehicle and it has all the extras and safety gadgets! Once you drive the Hyundai Santa Fe Limited, you won't want any other vehicle!”
“I like my car, but I really wanted the Limited. Consider how much highway vs city driving you do. My battery lasts until I get to work (30 miles) and a little afterwards. It would have been a better choice for city driving perhaps. The trim I wanted wasn't available and I had to pay upcharges for a color I didn't want and features I didn't want. It was due to supply chain issues. Otherwise, I'm happy with my car.”