Overview & Reviews

The 3.5-liter V6 is now standard on all LX models and optional for the GLS.

• Reasonable price, strong warranty, roomy interior, long list of standard features, solid construction, good crash test scores.

• Underpowered with base engine, soft suspension limits handling ability.

User Reviews:

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  3.5L worth waiting for - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Foreav - July 10 - 10:00 am

  We actually went to the dealer to try out the Tribute based on your review but tried the Santa Fe 2.7L and they compared very close to what we wanted. Once we drove the 3.5L we were sold on the Sante Fe. We wanted a car type ride with more upscale interior design and controls which sold us on the Santa Fe. It has performed very well so far without any warranty issues. The gas pedal has been somewhat difficult to get smooth acceleration.

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  2004 Santa Fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By tarie1028 - June 22 - 10:00 am

  Very roomy. Comfortable. Family Friendly. Great gas mileage. Insurance is very reasonable on this car.

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  04 Santa Fe review - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Cyril - May 23 - 8:26 pm

  The most practical vehicle I ever owned. The first vehicle I had that didnt burn any oil. The 3.5L engine performance is great. Rides like a luxury car. Problems so far have been minor. Has lots of neat storage compartments. A nerds dream.

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  Very happy - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Jaye - May 22 - 2:00 am

  I thouroughly enjoy this SUV...it was exactly what I wanted

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  Better than expected - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By John Rumbach - May 22 - 2:00 am

  We traded a Subaru Forester which we liked very much, but the Santa Fes power, style, size and other features for the money made it irresistable. The quality is outstanding, and we appreciate the effort Hyundai has put into this SUV, to make it a superior purchase for us. John and Ellen Rumbach

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  I love it! - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By shezshells - May 22 - 2:00 am

  It is very comfortable and fun to drive. My only problem with it is that it doesnt have the power, the get up and go that I wish it did. I really do love the Santa Fe though, its probably the most comfortable and fun to drive of any vehicle Ive owned.

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  Sante fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By egerssp - May 22 - 2:00 am

  Love our Sante Fe, very comfortable ride.

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  wonderful except gasoline mileage - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By s12 - May 5 - 12:53 pm

  great vehicle - 2nd Hyundai we have bought. wonderful dealership experiences with service.

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  I miss my santa fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By johnpa2006 - May 3 - 9:30 pm

  Built solid, I loved my Santa Fe. engine purred like a kitten from mile zero all the way up to 142000 miles when I traded it in. Bought in 2004, traded in 2008 I still regret trading it in to this day. So many practical use reasons to own a Santa Fe.

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  Impressive......So Far - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By JChatt - April 28 - 9:00 am

  3.5 V8 5 speed Shiftronic. Had the SF two months now, put 4K on it. Fuel Economy not the best, with a lot of freeway only 18mpg. Went to dealer for oil change, and warranty work, Rt/Ctr air vent not working, and a piece fell off the turn signal. Also had the TSB done to stop the lurch when taking off. It seems to have worked, much smoother acceleration. So far... dealer okay. After the TSB, fuel economy did improve to almost 20 mpg.Hopefully that will continue up. Dealer said it would take the computer about 7000 miles to adjust to how we drive. Was the first new vehicle we could afford in over 15 years. Excellent value, if the reliability is as good as they say it is. Time will tell......