2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

12.4gal · 47 L

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a fuel tank capacity of 12.4 gallons (47 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 397 highway miles or 409 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

12.4 gal · Smaller than 93% of 2022 models we list.

Listed separately: 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe (18.8 gal).

Highway range
397 mi
City range
409 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
33 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Limited 4dr SUV AWD 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD Plug-in hybrid MPG 33 / 32Range 409 / 397 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A Plug-in hybrid AWD 12.4 gal47 L 33 / 32 409 / 397 mi
SEL Convenience 4dr SUV AWD 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD Plug-in hybrid MPG 33 / 32Range 409 / 397 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A Plug-in hybrid AWD 12.4 gal47 L 33 / 32 409 / 397 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 33 MPG, a full 12.4-gallon tank covers about 409 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full12.4397409
3/49.3298307
1/26.2198205
1/43.199102
1/81.65051

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 455 gallons, roughly 37 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
33 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
111 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
10 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

$52.95 to fill the 12.4-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
12.4 galRegular$4.27$52.95$39.71

By region, 12.4-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$49.85
Midwest$4.27$52.95
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$45.88
Rocky Mountain$4.46$55.30
West Coast$5.42$67.21
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$73.04

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 12.4-gallon tank$52.95
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$1,941

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid tank size in other years

2022 is the first Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2023 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 12.4 gal 397 mi
2022 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 12.4 gal 397 mi
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid fuel tank by model year

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vs similar 2022 SUVs

At 12.4 gallons, the Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 2022 SUVs compared here. The Ford Bronco carries the most (20.8 gal) and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV the least (11.3 gal).

2022 modelTankLongest highway range
Ford Bronco 16.9–20.8 gal 437 mi
Honda Passport 19.5 gal 488 mi
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 18.6 gal 465 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 18.5 gal 500 mi
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 12.4 gal 397 mi
Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid 12.4 gal 409 mi
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 11.3 gal 294 mi

Other 2022 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, out of 5 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Storage · Tank assemblyJan 25, 2023 · NHTSA 23V028000 · Hyundai Motor America · 326 vehicles

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 240.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid?

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid holds 12.4 gallons (47 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid gas tank hold?

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid tank holds 47 liters, or 12.4 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid go on a full tank?

About 397 miles on the highway and 409 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid go on a quarter tank?

About 99 highway miles or 102 in town from the 12.4-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.1 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 12.4-gallon tank from empty costs $52.95. It ranges from $45.88 in the Gulf Coast to $73.04 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid?

About 77 pounds for the 12.4-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid have a bigger gas tank than the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid?

No, they match: both top out at 12.4 gallons in 2022.

Has the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid: 23V028000 (storage · tank assembly). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Hyundai fuel system recalls).

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