2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.61/5 Average
440 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

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

Pros:
  • Reasonable price, strong warranty, roomy interior, long list of standard features, solid construction, good crash test scores.
Cons:
  • Underpowered with base engine, soft suspension limits handling ability.

User Reviews:

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  • Everyone needs a Hyundai - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    I am a college student and my Hyundai is good on fuel and the price is not so bad. I can have a comfortable and nice SUV and still have a little money left for tuition.

  • My Santa Fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    This is one of the most reliable vehicles I have owned. I was in a horrible crash (T-bonedI was doing 40 she was 20, I did not flip), and the other vehicle was totaled (front end torn off) my Santa Fe looked remarkable. A blown tire, dented (inside) door, and the axle. Other then that, I have replaced a few fuses. Thats it. I love driving it. Quick pick up, handles great around sharp corners, looks sharp on the outside, inside features easy to reach, comfortability OK.

  • Still strong - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    I cannot really give a long term review as I have had the same 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe since new and I only have 77 thousand miles on it. I live on Oahu so travel is short no matter where you go. I commute 16 miles a day and have every day since I owned it. I did replace the power steering pump that seems to be a Hyundai problem that is fairly common, serpentine belt which is just good maintenance and proper oil and fluid changes to transmission, power steering and brakes and cooling. The cabin has one flaw, the plastic dash and various parts chirp from bad fits and lack of insulation. Always has been that way. Other than that, I keep it covered both at home in a car port and in an underground garage and always have, perhaps that is why I have no paint issues at all. I hand wash it and always have since Oahu has no public spray wash booths, this seems to have given the paint a long lease on life. The only real issue is that it is realiable enough to get bored with it after so many years.

  • What a deal- Great car at a great price! - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    I started out wanting to buy a Toyota Highlander. Did a LOT of research & everything that came standard on my Hyundai Santa Fe were upgrades on the Highlander and would have cost me $5000 more. I am extremely satisfied with my Santa Fe & highly recommend it to anyone looking for this type of SUV. Even my car snob brother-in-law who works for Honda USA is impressed with the style and quality of the Santa Fe. Its very affordable, drives great and looks great. I get 18 mpg in town, wish that was more but not too bad. Buy one, you wont regret it.

  • 2004 Santa Fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    Drives well, has sufficient power for moderate hills (2.7 ltr). OK fuel economy (23.5 mpg at 75 mph on 8 hr trip), but expected somewhat better. Plently of cargo space for two, but would be pressed for bagage space for 2 adults and 2 kids. Excellent front windshield view. Seams to be well built and solid.

  • Nice Car - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    Nice car with excellent value for the dollar. It is plenty powerful with the big 6 cylinder and has loads of thoughtful touchs to the interior.

  • santa fe 2004 - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    its great ,and excellent

  • Good little twruck - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    I like this suv more than any I have owned. It has features I liked at a reasonable price.

  • santa fe - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    Great Car, Fun to drive, the best value on the market, look at the warrenty, you be a fool now to have this warrenty on any car you buy.

  • Great SUV - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
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    Very satisfied with the Santa Fe. I was sold when I test drove it. Our 1st Suv and no complaints so far.

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