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2021 Hyundai Santa Fe
SUV · 2015–2027 · Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe XL
Trims and features
What changed for 2021
- Starting prices: +$725 to +$2,725 (3 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: Calligraphy
- Engine: 2.4L GDI 4-cylinder → Smartstream 2.5L GDI/MPI 4-cylinder (SE)
- Horsepower: 185 hp → 191 hp (SE)
- Torque: 178 lb-ft → 182 lb-ft (SE)
- Ground clearance: 7.3 in → 8.2 in (SE, Limited, SEL)
- Touchscreen: 7 in → 8 in (SE, SEL)
- Lane keeping: Lane Keep Assist → Lane Centering (SE, Limited, SEL)
- Automatic emergency braking: AEB with Pedestrian Detection → AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection (SE, Limited, SEL)
- Wheels: 17 in → 18 in (SE)
- Headlights: Halogen → LED Reflector (SE, SEL)
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Wireless (SE, SEL)
- Android Auto: Wired → Wireless (SE, SEL)
- Engine: Theta II 2.0L Turbo GDI DOHC → 2.5L Turbo 4-cylinder (Limited)
- Horsepower: 235 hp → 277 hp (Limited)
- Torque: 260 lb-ft → 311 lb-ft (Limited)
- Fuel economy (combined): 22 mpg → 24 mpg (Limited, SEL)
- Touchscreen: 8 in → 10.25 in (Limited)
- Digital gauge cluster: 7 in → 12.3 in (Limited)
- Audio: Infinity → Harman Kardon (Limited)
- Parking sensors: Rear → Front, Rear (Limited)
- Remote start: App-Based Remote Start → App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start (Limited, SEL)
- Headlights: LED Reflector → Bi-LED Projector (Limited)
- Engine: Theta II 2.0L Turbo GDI DOHC → Smartstream 2.5L GDI/MPI 4-cylinder (SEL)
- Horsepower: 235 hp → 191 hp (SEL)
- Torque: 260 lb-ft → 182 lb-ft (SEL)
- Max towing: 3,500 lb → 2,000 lb (SEL)
- Digital gauge cluster: 7 in → 4.2 in (SEL)
- Seats: Leather → Cloth (SEL)
- Wheels: 19 in → 18 in (SEL)
2021 Santa Fe trims
| Calligraphy | Limited | SE | SEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | from $40,750 | from $38,750 | from $27,000 | from $28,800 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | 2.5L Turbo 4-cylinder | 2.5L Turbo 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L GDI/MPI 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L GDI/MPI 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 277 hp | 277 hp | 191 hp | 191 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 182 lb-ft | 182 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-Speed DCT with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed DCT with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 24 mpg FWD: 25 mpg | AWD: 24 mpg FWD: 25 mpg | AWD: 24 mpg FWD: 26 mpg | AWD: 24 mpg FWD: 26 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 36.4 cu ft | 36.4 cu ft | 36.4 cu ft | 36.4 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 72.1 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in | 8.2 in | 8.2 in | 8.2 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 188.4 in | 188.4 in | 188.4 in |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 10.25 in | 10.25 in | 8 in | 8 in + option |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 4.2 in | 4.2 in + option |
| Head-up display | Windshield HUD | — | — | — |
| Audio | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | — | Optional |
| Speakers | 12 | 12 | — | Optional |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | Qi | — | Qi |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | — | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | — | — |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | — | — |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Leather | Leather | Cloth | Cloth + option |
| Heated seats | Front, Second Row | Front, Second Row | — | Front |
| Ventilated seats | Front | Front | — | — |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 + option |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start | — | App-Based Remote Start, Key Fob Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | — | Optional |
| Power liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | — | Manual + option |
| Wheels | 20 in | 19 in | 18 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | Bi-LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
Packages and options (26)
| Calligraphy | Limited | SE | SEL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Package $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Convenience Package $1,800 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Premium Package $3,950 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Winter Weather Package $335 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| HTRAC All Wheel Drive $1,700 | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bumper Applique $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Guards $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rack Crossbars $315 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tow Hitch $450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Season Fitted Liners $215 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover / Screen $190 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $155 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Calypso Red $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Hampton Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Portofino Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Quartz White $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Shimmering Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Stormy Sea | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Twilight Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Coquina Beige | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Obsidian Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gray | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Nhtsa vin decode, Oem order guide, Oem press release, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Other. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Santa Fe 2017–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV ICE FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV ICE AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 13 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 13 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV N/A AWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 37 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV N/A FWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 37 |
| 2025 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 5 | 135 |
| 2025 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 5 | 135 |
| 2025 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 92 |
| 2025 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 92 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 7 | 151 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 7 | 151 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Santa Fe HEV SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 4 | 34 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Santa Fe HEV SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 4 | 34 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 210 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 210 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Santa Fe HEV SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 57 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 20 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 199 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 199 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 37 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 5 | 27 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 7 | 166 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 7 | 166 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 20 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 20 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 213 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 213 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 200 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 200 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Santa Fe XL SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 25 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Santa Fe XL SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 25 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 109 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 109 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 417 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 417 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 6 | 968 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 6 | 968 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 352 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 352 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 236 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 236 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 69 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 69 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 254 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Santa Fe SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 254 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 82 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 82 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2027 | Santa Fe AWD XRT | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2027 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2027 | Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2027 | Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2026 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2026 | Santa Fe AWD XRT | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2026 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2026 | Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2026 | Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2025 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2025 | Santa Fe AWD XRT | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2025 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2025 | Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2025 | Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2024 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2024 | Santa Fe AWD XRT | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2024 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2024 | Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2024 | Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2023 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24 |
| 2023 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
25–26 |
| 2023 | Santa Fe Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 32 |
| 2023 | Santa Fe Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2023 | Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 33 |
| 2022 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24 |
| 2022 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
25–26 |
| 2022 | Santa Fe Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 32 |
| 2022 | Santa Fe Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2022 | Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 33 |
| 2021 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24 |
| 2021 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
25–26 |
| 2021 | Santa Fe Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 32 |
| 2021 | Santa Fe Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2020 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
22–24 |
| 2020 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2019 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2019 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
22–25 |
| 2019 | Santa Fe XL AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2019 | Santa Fe XL FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2019 | Santa Fe XL Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 19 |
| 2019 | Santa Fe XL Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe Sport AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
22 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe Sport FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–24 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe Sport Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 19 |
| 2018 | Santa Fe Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe Sport AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
22 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe Sport FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–24 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe Sport Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 19 |
| 2017 | Santa Fe Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe Sport AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
20–21 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe Sport FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
22–23 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 19 |
| 2016 | Santa Fe Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe Sport AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
20–21 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe Sport FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
22–23 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe Sport Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe Ultimate AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 19 |
| 2015 | Santa Fe Ultimate FWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 20 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.