Overview & Reviews

The base trim level has been dropped. The 2.7-liter V6 is now standard (the LX still gets the 3.5-liter V6), as is an automatic transmission. Also newly standard this year are four-wheel antilock brakes and traction control. Exterior changes include a new grille surround, side cladding, taillamps, tailgate handle, rear bumper design and alloy wheels. Inside, there is new seat fabric, an upgraded two-tone color scheme and a revised instrument cluster. A power driver seat is now standard on the LX, and a compass is included with the optional sunroof.

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

• Thirsty at the pump for a small car-based SUV, soft suspension limits handling ability.

User Reviews:

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  Best car I have owned to date - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By k2kes - July 10 - 7:43 pm

  I traded in a Ford Escape with 30000 miles on it for the 2004 Santa Fe. I got tired of Fords expensive service practices and terrible warranty...and the great warranty on the Hyundai sure beats Fords...

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  My Santa Fe - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Diane - May 27 - 1:43 am

  Great car, I have had it 2 months and love it.

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  Best Small SUV - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By mason702 - May 4 - 1:46 pm

  All people that want to get a great SUV and dont care about brand of care... this is the car for you. When I drive this car, I feel very comfortable. Because that car has stability control you can take a 50 degree turn at 40 mph.

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  Santa Fe - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Mike - April 14 - 7:16 pm

  I just traded in the Elantra for the Santa Fe and I love it. Great in bad weather.

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  Love my new Santy - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By SeeJay - January 25 - 10:30 pm

  Only one problem with this vehicle - the fuel mileage is really bad compared with the advertised mileage. Im getting worse mileage than my wife, who drives a much heavier, much larger engined car. My mileage is about 35% worse than the advertised mileage. Otherwise, its great fun to drive, lots of room in the back for my 90 lb. dog, and very comfortable to drive and ride in.

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  King of the road - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By fmark - November 16 - 12:46 am

  Best bang for the buck

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  Great Buy! - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By AdamJ - November 11 - 10:00 pm

  This is a great vehicle. Rides very smooth and handles like a car. My wife and I traded in her Tiburon so we got the loyalty discount plus some other discounts. The people at the dealership were great and made buying the car a no hassle deal. The gas milage is decent I guess considering it is a V6 and an SUV, but I have been used to a 4 cylinder engine and a small car.

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  Great Choice - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By New Jersey - September 26 - 12:23 am

  I traded my Mercedes ML in for the Santa Fe with no regrets. I cant go wrong with the 10 year 100,000 mile warranty. I wish that I didnt get the 2.7L. But is still worth every penny. Everyone loves it!

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  Great mid-size SUV to own - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Queenandsadie - August 16 - 7:23 am

  The fact that the vehicle has plenty of room, good stereo system, sun roof and window are a plus. Good turning radius! Plenty of cargo room if back seats are dropped down. The VERY BEST WARRANTY I have seen. Universal Nissan staff are quick to respond and go out of their way to be of service. I am very pleased with this purchase.

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  great suv - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By carnut09 - April 30 - 7:10 am

  Great vehicle to drive. Surpasses my 2002 Honda CRV EX that I had. Car is well put together. Engine is so smooth.