2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
17.4gal · 66 L
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has a fuel tank capacity of 17.4 gallons (66 liters) on every trim.
A full tank is good for roughly 418–470 highway miles or 313–348 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
17.4 gal · Smaller than 59% of 2016 models we list.
Listed separately: 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe (18.8 gal).
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2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport fuel tank capacity by trim
What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table
- Drive
- no difference
- Engine
- no difference
All 4 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0T 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 331 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A | FWD | 17.4 gal66 L | 19 / 27 | 331 / 470 mi | |
| 2.0T 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 24Range 313 / 418 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A | AWD | 17.4 gal66 L | 18 / 24 | 313 / 418 mi | |
| 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 6A · FWD MPG 20 / 27Range 348 / 470 mi | 2.4L 4cyl 6A | FWD | 17.4 gal66 L | 20 / 27 | 348 / 470 mi | |
| 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl 6A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 331 / 435 mi | 2.4L 4cyl 6A | AWD | 17.4 gal66 L | 19 / 25 | 331 / 435 mi | |
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
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 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 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 22 MPG, a full 17.4-gallon tank covers about 383 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 17.4 | 470 | 331 |
| 3/4 | 13.1 | 352 | 248 |
| 1/2 | 8.7 | 235 | 165 |
| 1/4 | 4.4 | 117 | 83 |
| 1/8 | 2.2 | 59 | 41 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 39 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
- 20–23 MPG
- Tailpipe CO2
- 387–429 g/mi
- EPA greenhouse score
- 5 of 10
- Source
- EPA ratings
What it costs to fill up a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
$74.30 to fill the 17.4-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17.4 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $74.30 | $55.72 |
By region, 17.4-gallon tank
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $69.95 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $74.30 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $64.38 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $77.60 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $94.31 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $102.49 |
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
- 17.4-gallon tank$74.30
- A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,911
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
Santa Fe Sport tank size in other years
The 2016 Santa Fe Sport uses the same 17.4 gal tank as every Santa Fe Sport since 2014.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Santa Fe Sport | 17.4 gal | 487 mi |
| 2017 Santa Fe Sport | 17.4 gal | 487 mi |
| 2016 Santa Fe Sport | 17.4 gal | 470 mi |
| 2015 Santa Fe Sport | 17.4 gal | 470 mi |
| 2014 Santa Fe Sport | 17.4 gal | 470 mi |
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vs similar 2016 SUVs
At 17.4 gallons, the Santa Fe Sport's largest tank ranks second of the seven 2016 SUVs compared here. The Subaru Outback carries the most (18.5 gal) and the Mazda CX-5 the least (15.3 gal).
| 2016 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Outback | 18.5 gal | 611 mi |
| Hyundai Santa Fe Sport | 17.4 gal | 470 mi |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 15.8–16.6 gal | 515 mi |
| Toyota RAV4 | 15.9 gal | 493 mi |
| Ford Escape | 15.5 gal | 496 mi |
| Honda CR-V | 15.3 gal | 505 mi |
| Mazda CX-5 | 14.8–15.3 gal | 518 mi |
Other 2016 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport fuel system recalls
None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport involve the fuel system.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport holds 17.4 gallons (66 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport gas tank hold?
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport tank holds 66 liters, or 17.4 gallons in US gallons.
Does AWD change the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport gas tank?
No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport use the same 17.4 gal tank.
How far can a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport go on a full tank?
About 418–470 miles on the highway and 313–348 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 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport go on a quarter tank?
About 117 highway miles or 83 in town from the 17.4-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.4 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 17.4-gallon tank from empty costs $74.30. It ranges from $64.38 in the Gulf Coast to $102.49 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
About 108 pounds for the 17.4-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota RAV4?
Yes. The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport holds up to 17.4 gallons; the 2016 Toyota RAV4 holds up to 15.9.
Has the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport involve the fuel system.
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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