How much does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe cost?

Prices have softened 9.23% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 4,539 listings available, which suggests healthy inventory for shoppers comparing prices and trims.

If you find a listing below $21,946.53, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe earns a 4.85/5 user rating and an 8.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 10/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

Drivers consistently praise its excellent value, comfortable ride, and spacious interior, and they also call out its strong tech and advanced safety features. The main trade-offs are the underwhelming base engine and some noise from the turbo engine during driving.

For you, that means the Santa Fe makes the most sense if you want a roomy two-row SUV with a strong equipment list and everyday comfort rather than standout acceleration. It also fits well if you value practicality and safety over flashier performance.

The market backs that up, with 33.7% of listings marked as good or great deals.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

Owners rate it 4.85/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a reliable, comfortable SUV that many owners feel good about living with over time, especially because it delivers strong value and a trouble-free ownership experience for many shoppers. The expert evaluation also emphasizes Hyundai’s long warranty coverage and complimentary maintenance, which support confidence in long-term ownership.

The powertrain is described as refined in normal driving and quiet on the highway, which helps the Santa Fe feel dependable in daily use. Hyundai’s ownership perks also reduce some of the usual cost concerns that come with used-SUV ownership.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is choosing a version that feels underpowered or has been worn down by hard use, so condition and maintenance history matter.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because accident-free status does not replace a proper inspection. Focus on wear items, signs of poor repair work, and whether the vehicle’s equipment matches the trim you’re considering. If you’re shopping a higher-mileage example, pay extra attention to how the cabin, brakes, tires, and electronics have held up.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The XRT adds blacked-out exterior details, unique black alloy wheels, extra lower body cladding, fake skid plates, and running boards, but it does not meaningfully improve capability.
• Powertrain: The 2.5-liter four-cylinder makes 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque, and it is adequate for normal commuting but not for quick acceleration.
• Safety package: Hyundai SmartSense includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability. Highway Driving Assist is not available for the XRT trim level.
• Infotainment: The XRT has an 8-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Bluelink connected services.
• Fuel efficiency: The XRT returned 22.3 mpg in testing, and its official EPA rating is 24 mpg.

Which 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe trim should I buy?

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in 5 trim levels: SE, SEL, XRT, Limited, Calligraphy.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The SE is the entry point, but the available information emphasizes that the more desirable safety and convenience features are expanded later in the year, so the base setup is the least complete.
• Sweet-spot trim: The SEL is the best value starting point if you want a more complete equipment mix without jumping to the pricier turbo trims.
• Premium/top trim: The Limited and Calligraphy bring the turbocharged 2.5-liter engine with 281 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, plus the more upscale feel you’d expect at the top of the range.
• Off-road trim: The XRT is the one to skip if you want a normal daily driver, since its rugged styling is mostly cosmetic and the side steps can get in the way.

The Santa Fe SE later gains blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Safe Exit Assist, which makes that safety-package update worth noting if you’re comparing used examples.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe?

This is a moderate buyer’s market, so you can shop selectively without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,539 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.23% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 87.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $21,946.53, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe's resale value?

The current average of $21,951 sits slightly below last year's $24,183.

That price movement suggests the Santa Fe has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help future sellers if the market stabilizes. If you buy at the right price and keep the vehicle in strong condition, you may be better positioned than someone who paid closer to the prior-year average. The model’s broad appeal and strong value reputation should help support demand when it’s time to sell.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.85/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe safe?

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe earns a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and it gets five-star ratings in every test performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), with the exception of a four-star rollover resistance score.

It earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.

Hyundai SmartSense bundles forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability. Safe Exit Assist is also standard, and the ultrasonic rear occupant alert adds another layer of family-friendly protection.

One caveat is that Highway Driving Assist is not available for the XRT trim level. Even so, the tested driver-assist systems worked cleanly and consistently, which is a good sign for everyday safety use.

Should I buy a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.23% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.85/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• This year adds the XRT trim and expands key safety features to more of the lineup.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $20,094, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $21,951 average.
• It brings a major redesign update with new styling, controls, displays, engines, technology, and safety systems.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $25,088, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $21,951 average.
• It carries over nearly unchanged with minor equipment changes and a small horsepower bump.

The bottom line: You should lean toward the 2022 if you want the best mix of value, safety, and equipment at a softened market price. If your priority is saving money, the 2021 is the better budget play, while the 2023 makes sense only if you want the slightly newer model year and are comfortable paying more.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.