[Amati5]

Drove the brand new SEL home yesterday from the dealer (I think with default setting in Eco) for about 20 miles and my number show 39.7 mpg. i‘m happy but hope the computer is correct. I wonder if the larger wheels/tires on the higher trim affect much because I’m planning to upgrade.

 

[hsbinfy]

I have driven approx 1000 miles on hybrid calligraphy. Getting EPA numbers. Been observing the battery too. Below 3 bars would always be gas. On average it stays between 3-5 bars. Total are 8 bars. If above 5 , stays on ev for longer until 4 bars. Regenerative braking is set at level 1. Sounds like your battery is having problems with charging or quick discharge.

 

[madrubeor]

Have 2024 hybrid calligraphy. Getting 22 to 24 mpg. Have had a lexus hybrid for 10 years so I know how to drive a hybrid to get the most out of it. Very disappointed.

 

[madrubeor]

Purchased a 2024 Santa Fe AWD Hybrid Calligraphy and getting 27-28 MPG. If I baby it I can get 28-29. Far below the advertised 34-35 mpg. Anyone else experiencing the same?

Feel blessed. I am getting 22 /23

 

[madrubeor]

I too am having the exact same issue, but worse - averaging 25 to 26 mpg (confirmed by both the computer as well as by tracking the exact # of gallons of gasoline used with the exact mileage driven over multiple tanks). My car was roughly number 750 off the assembly line (Santa Fe 2024 Hybrid Caligraphy). I now have about 1,400 miles on the car and it is about 10 weeks old. I have been on several trips, so I feel that the car is 'broken in'.

When I got the car, the electric engine battery had less than a 50% charge with arrival at the dealership. The battery charge rarely gets above that, which I believe is the main issue with the MPG. Basically, the car is using the gas engine more than it should because the battery is not supplying the power for any significant portion of the driving time. I have reported the issue to Hyundai, and I got a standard 'copy/paste' reply saying that MPG varies. But it should not vary by 10 MPG compared with the official manufacturer and EPA stats! Especially when I have every 'ECO' feature turned on; have been 'babying' the car with every acceleration; have even limited AC usage; and been doing average city/highway driving in non cold conditions. The only time I can get the battery charge display closer towards 'full' is when I used the 'Sport' mode for 10 miles. However, when going back to ECO mode, the battery charge dropped so quickly, that it made no difference. My dealer has been no help, mainly because this is such a new car and drivetrain, that they don't know what to try. After over a month of asking the dealer, they continue to say that they are trying to get an answer from Hyundai.

I bought this hybrid car specifically for the 36 MPG combined gas mileage benefit, and I am so disappointed that I want to take the car back. If anyone gets an answer, please share!

Same boat. I could have written the exact same missive.

 

[Amati5]

from the video posted above, so is it basically using the paddle to down shift to lower gear (while coasting) to increase regenerating braking, and up shift to higher gear to decrease?

so far I get average of 39 (round trip) on both eco and my drive mode. In my drive mode, I set auto and sport steering. I think it has a lot to do with how you drive. I expect the number will drop when my wife drives it.

i also noticed the battery get charged easily, even at highway speed, if I just ease of the gas a little, it charges the battery.

 

[FrankieB]

Purchased a 2024 Santa Fe AWD Hybrid Calligraphy and getting 27-28 MPG. If I baby it I can get 28-29. Far below the advertised 34-35 mpg. Anyone else experiencing the same?

I'm having the same mileage with the exact same mileage, i.e. 28.2. My problem is exacerbated somewhat because at approximately 370 miles the car broke down completely and spent a month at the dealer waiting for an O2 sensor and catalytic convertor. Now the car has 550 miles on it and the MPG shows 28.2. I drive it gingerly attempting to squeeze the mileage and charge the engine. My wife's profile was derived from the Guest profile so I need to check that to ensure that the driving mode for her profile is Econ also. Also, I'm hoping as D2s advises that the mileage improves as the vehicle gets broken in.

 

[D2s]

Yes, it's definitely going up for me.

The number looks less if you compare to other hybrids out there. But for my use case, it's a really good number.

With the same conditions, lifetime average for my cars
1. CRV hybrid - 23 mpg (under powered)
2. Ford Explorer ST - 14 mpg (too much power)
3. SantaFe hybrid - 27 mpg (the Goldilocks)

 

[FrankieB]

I did a few tests over the last couple of days. I became familiar with the difference in driving a hybrid (Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy) vs. a normal ICE. With these tips I was able to get my combined highway/city mileage up to 36.8 by doing the following:
1. No rabbit starts
2. Extend your braking. When approaching a light or stopped traffic slowly brake for as long as practical.
3. This is the most difficult: When accelerating and you've reached your intended speed slowly let up on the gas peddle until the RPM's go down to 0.0 (EV lamp lights). Try to keep the RPM's at 0.0 as long as possible by attempting to hold a steady speed.
These steps don't allow aggressive driving and other than keeping the RPM's at 0.0, are normal economical driving tips.

 

[Sontar]

It's your driving. When my spouse drives, they get 28 mpg, but when I drive I'm getting 38. These comparisons are during the same road trips to town from our rural house. If I'm driving to work, a longer distance, I've gotten 41. 2024 Santa Fe Limited AWD Hybrid.

 

[Amati5]

I did a few tests over the last couple of days. I became familiar with the difference in driving a hybrid (Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy) vs. a normal ICE. With these tips I was able to get my combined highway/city mileage up to 36.8 by doing the following:
1. No rabbit starts
2. Extend your braking. When approaching a light or stopped traffic slowly brake for as long as practical.
3. This is the most difficult: When accelerating and you've reached your intended speed slowly let up on the gas peddle until the RPM's go down to 0.0 (EV lamp lights). Try to keep the RPM's at 0.0 as long as possible by attempting to hold a steady speed.
These steps don't allow aggressive driving and other than keeping the RPM's at 0.0, are normal economical driving tips.

i noticed even just coasting to a stop light, the battery is charged, too.

 

[mdefrances]

Drove my wife's brand new 24 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy AWD from Baltimore to Charlotte last night. Averaged about 24mpg when it's rated at 35/34. Extremely disappointed. For comparison, we got rid of a 21 Toyota Sienna XLS AWD which was rated the same, had a 2.4L rather than 1.6L, and was getting 33.4mpg when we just sold it. Already regretting selling the Sienna, it's literally making me sick. While I realize trip length and speed make a difference, the lowest I ever got with the Sienna fully loaded doing 85mph was 29mpg. What's going on here?

 

[Amati5]

to get more accurate mpg it should be done in round trips. every time I see an unusual low or high number, the trip back always show the opposite, average out to be at EPA or slightly higher.

 

[FrankieB]

to get more accurate mpg it should be done in round trips. every time I see an unusual low or high number, the trip back always show the opposite, average out to be at EPA or slightly higher.

So true, hills make a difference also driving method. It takes some practice to effectively drive a hybrid. If you horse it like an ICE your results will be disappointing.

 

[coolvt]

Drove my wife's brand new 24 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy AWD from Baltimore to Charlotte last night. Averaged about 24mpg when it's rated at 35/34. Extremely disappointed. For comparison, we got rid of a 21 Toyota Sienna XLS AWD which was rated the same, had a 2.4L rather than 1.6L, and was getting 33.4mpg when we just sold it. Already regretting selling the Sienna, it's literally making me sick. While I realize trip length and speed make a difference, the lowest I ever got with the Sienna fully loaded doing 85mph was 29mpg. What's going on here?

Are you saying you hit 85 mph or averaged 85 ?

 

[FrankieB]

Did you clock it on the return trip? Baltimore to Charlotte has a lot of uphill driving as you go through mountains.

 

[Piercing Stripes]

Purchased a 2024 Santa Fe AWD Hybrid Calligraphy and getting 27-28 MPG. If I baby it I can get 28-29. Far below the advertised 34-35 mpg. Anyone else experiencing the same?

I am too seeing the same milage. I thinking of contacting hyundai. I have Honda CRV 1.5 turbo and I get 31 to 32 in the city on eco mode without being an hybrid. I do understand its a slight smaller car but I do expect more in the hyundai without trying too hard.

 

[Piercing Stripes]

I too am having the exact same issue, but worse - averaging 25 to 26 mpg (confirmed by both the computer as well as by tracking the exact # of gallons of gasoline used with the exact mileage driven over multiple tanks). My car was roughly number 750 off the assembly line (Santa Fe 2024 Hybrid Caligraphy). I now have about 1,400 miles on the car and it is about 10 weeks old. I have been on several trips, so I feel that the car is 'broken in'.

When I got the car, the electric engine battery had less than a 50% charge with arrival at the dealership. The battery charge rarely gets above that, which I believe is the main issue with the MPG. Basically, the car is using the gas engine more than it should because the battery is not supplying the power for any significant portion of the driving time. I have reported the issue to Hyundai, and I got a standard 'copy/paste' reply saying that MPG varies. But it should not vary by 10 MPG compared with the official manufacturer and EPA stats! Especially when I have every 'ECO' feature turned on; have been 'babying' the car with every acceleration; have even limited AC usage; and been doing average city/highway driving in non cold conditions. The only time I can get the battery charge display closer towards 'full' is when I used the 'Sport' mode for 10 miles. However, when going back to ECO mode, the battery charge dropped so quickly, that it made no difference. My dealer has been no help, mainly because this is such a new car and drivetrain, that they don't know what to try. After over a month of asking the dealer, they continue to say that they are trying to get an answer from Hyundai.

I bought this hybrid car specifically for the 36 MPG combined gas mileage benefit, and I am so disappointed that I want to take the car back. If anyone gets an answer, please share!

I am too not seeing the expected mpg eith. I have tried maximum regenerative breaking. That hasn't helped. I have been monitoring my guage closely. Even though it shows up as really good eco mode running at low rpms I feel it consumes more gas than it should and that is contributing to the low mpg

 

[madrubeor]

to get more accurate mpg it should be done in round trips. every time I see an unusual low or high number, the trip back always show the opposite, average out to be at EPA or slightly higher.

Took a 1200 mile round trip. Cruise control on for most of the trip which the manual says will allow the engine to "read" better. 22 going, 26 returning. Battery never changed past 5 bars. Have never been higher charge than this. It is back at dealership for the 3rd time. Have gotten 27 in town once by using break regen on 3, coasting, tapping on break going down hill, tortoise starts, every trick I know. It is such an effort!!

 

[gmamicro]

We have the same issue and have contacted the dealer and Hyundai with no answers. 2024 Limited Hybrid. Even in eco and baby driving I get 27-28 at best. We just did a road trip to TN from WI and 26.1 for the trip average. We notice the battery hardly ever takes over and discharges very fast.