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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  Best Car ever owned - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Westpalmer - April 21 - 7:26 pm

  When I mentioned Hyundai to some guys I get the rolling eyes and the standard remarks, cheap, non performing, low ratings etc. I bought my Santa Fe new after much fighting with my hubby who wanted me to buy anything but that. Well, my car has a 155,000 miles and other than regular oil changes and scheduled maintenance (which I performed faithfully at the dealership), the only out of warranty repair I had was a new battery at 101,000 miles and a broken power steering container at 107,000 miles. Its a perfect vehicle for busy families. Its comfortable in the front and back and the back holds plenty of luggage and supplies. The money I saved was used on vacations with my family!

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  Nine years and 150,000 miles later..... - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By cshaw22 - April 2 - 6:16 pm

  I bought my Santa Fe new in 2004. After 150,000 miles, it has spent more time broken than any car I have ever owned. Since new we have replaced the crank sensor 6 times, the throw-out bearing grenaded taking the clutch with it, the radiator disintegrated, the cat converter burned out, the power steering pump shaft broke, etc,etc. The tranny has been solid as many times I was able to restart by downshifting and popping the clutch which made the tranny scream but got me to the house. I bought an extended warranty which paid for itself many times over. It rides and drives great but breaks down too often. No longer my daily driver, but still my beater as it hauls a lot of stuff, when it runs.

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  Nice Ride - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By SWMan - March 29 - 10:00 am

  Good value. Smooth ride and much quieter than our Ford Windstar. One problem with putting it in park (started rolling a couple of times). Hyundai rep told me that they can be difficult to put in park.

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  Great Car for a Great Price! - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By friend7200 - March 29 - 10:00 am

  This car is a wonderful vehicle for a decent price. I recently purchased a 4 cylinder, front wheel drive base model with the utility package included. I love the car, it looks great, runs great, and is pretty good on gas. The safety ratings for this car are out the roof. This car was recommended by consumer reports for safety and value.

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  santa fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By fnamvd - March 29 - 10:00 am

  local to mid range driving distances, to 4 cly is fine...for more pep get the 6cly.

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  Worth The Money - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By ardiemuse - February 20 - 2:00 am

  A fine vehicle to date. All the amenenities at an affordable price. Fit and finish very good. I live in northern NY and the Santa Fe has served me very well in this last rough winter. The AWD feature is sure footed for safe, comportable and reliable transportation. The 3.7 V6 is powerful and very quick when passing another vehicle. I would buy another in a heartbeat but I would buy it somewhere other than a Fucillo dealership. The reasons for that decision would be material for a book.

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  Love my Santa Fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Pharmdoc77 - February 20 - 2:00 am

  I was looking for a sporty SUV that is reliable and efficient. I got it with the Hyundai Santa Fe. No need for 4WD as I purchased the 4 cylinder model with front wheel drive. This baby plowed through 12 inches of unpaved snow without a buckle with no problem. On dry roads, this automobile gives a smooth and solid ride and takes the bumps effortlessly. The interior is stylish and well thought out. The 4 cylinder engine gives plenty of pep. I couldnt be happier with my purchase.

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  I love my Sante Fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By phylvanem - February 15 - 10:00 am

  This is the first new car that I have ever bought that hasnt had to be taken back to the dealer to fix incidentals. Nothing has ever been wrong, or unfinished. I am from Detroit, so this is my first foreign car.

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  Shopped for 1.5 years - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Joe Sadlier - February 15 - 10:00 am

  I got th FW drive and the 3.5 Liter engine. I discovered that the FW drive can tow more weight than the 4WD. I dont plan to go off the road anyway and if the snow gets to deep Ill wait till it melts. You cant beet the warantee. 10yrs OR 100,000 miles power traine.

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  unbelievable car and value - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By dustin walters - February 15 - 10:00 am

  my hyundai santa fe has impressed me so much that i now own two hyundais. more options for less money. since i have purchased my car, j.d powers and assoc. has done nothing but rave about the entire product line that hyundai makes. that really makes me feel good about the cars that i own.