Overview & Reviews
The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe receives minor changes. The Limited trim pads its standard equipment roster with the high-power Infinity Logic 7 CD changer audio system and a sunroof, while SE models now include standard premium seat cloth.
- Well-designed cabin, impressive standard safety features and crash test scores, competitive price, lengthy warranty, optional third-row seat.
- Excessively firm ride on SE and Limited models, lackluster automatic transmission, disappointing driving dynamics.
User Reviews:
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Good vehilcle a couple problems - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By satisfied - April 28 - 2:30 amWe bought our 2008 Sante fe after looking at Ford, Chev, Toyota and Chrysler and decided that the Sante Fe was an all better deal, price wise, handling and style. We had a problem with the airbag sensor which was irratic, coming on and going off was not predicatable. This was finally fixed. Also the accelerator sensor acted up. The vehicle would pulsate from 600 RPM to 1500 RPM. The sensor was replced and now works well. Love the interior design especially the dashboard lighting. Exterior design is also good.
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First Hyundai - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By Nvr*lost - April 19 - 6:33 amI continue to be impressed with this vehicle. I was hesitant to buy based on Hyundais old image with cheap cars. I have only had it for about a month and keep discovering things that impress me. For instance, the gas mileage for highway. level road, 65 mph is up to 30.4 mpg. And until I drove it in the dark, I did not realize how cool the dash lights and all other lighting on the console, steering wheel and armrests were this cool violet blue. The Infinity stereo system is overkill for me, but has nice sound. Nice road handling. I would highly recommend this vehicle.
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satisfied so far - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By jack - April 15 - 1:56 amJust purchased, only have 600 miles on vehicle. Has plenty of power highway mpg good. Local was only 15.5 mpg. Transmission smooth shifting, front seats very comfortable. Shiftronic function is useful. Interior and exterior give an excellent appearance. Standard features include many that are options with other manufacters.
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Loving it! - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By Brian - March 7 - 11:36 pmI bought an 06 and put 48000 miles on it. I had 0 problems with it and told anybody who would listen how much I loved it. I didnt even replace a taillight! I just got an 08 and its even better. Steering is lighter and braking is better. Acceleration is better. Interior is much nicer! Easier to operate controls and nicer console. I loved my truck so much I went to work for Hyundai selling them. My enthusiasm for Hyundai wins customers over!
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Second Hyundai - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By Hyundai owner - January 22 - 1:10 amWe purchased this car one year ago after looking at RAV-4, CR-V, Escape, Murano, Rogue, and Tuscon. We might not have ever considered it except we have a 2000 Hyundai Accent that has been fantastic. This is pretty much my dream car. It has 99% of the features I really wanted (leather, sunroof, wheel-mounted audio controls, CD/MP3 with changer, blue lights...just missing the auxiliary jack which I hear they now have on the 2009 model). My husband and I actually mistook it for a Lexus in a Target parking lot a few months after we bought it. The interior materials are top-notch and I actually like the firm ride.
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My first car - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By Hokie4SantaFe - December 17 - 7:50 pmThis vehicle is my first car I purchased after doing 6 months worth of review. Im very very pleased with this vehicle, I have no regrets. I average 24.6 MPG on highways. I have had this car for only 3 months and added over 6,000 miles. Ive driven this car to four different states and had no problem. I highly recommend this vehicle.
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Love the car but.... - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By santafedriver - November 19 - 10:00 amI purchased my Santa Fe almost two years ago and I have really enjoyed the car for the entire timeuntil today. The car started jumping forward when I was traveling a low speeds or stopped at a light. A few minutes later, the ESC and oil lights illuminated in the dashboard and the car lost power. Luckily I was just two blocks from home.
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Great vehicle for the money! - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By peoples1234 - August 30 - 11:30 pmHaving put almost 7000 miles on the Santa Fe in 4 months, I have to say that I am very satisfied. Overall a great vehicle. It is comfortable, spacious, and tows anything I can put in a 4x8 utility trailer. Gas mileage has been about 18 mpg with mostly suburban driving, but I leave it idling a lot for my daughter in the summer. Highway is about 22, but would be a lot better if I could keep it below 80. My wife frequently gets 24-26 on the interstate when she drives. Power is adequate, but not breathtaking. Overall the best value in the 20K SUV price range.
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Great suv for the price. - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By Mark - August 29 - 8:36 pmI was about to buy Nissan Rogue, but after I drove it found it underpowered. I love and look forward to driving it. Easy to maneuver, small turning circle. I have 1,300 miles, 2/3 highway, with 18.5 to 19.5 mpg average. Sticker price was $25,000 including destination charge. Got it for $18,950. Love the underfloor storage. Great looks inside and out. Blue interior lights are awesome.
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Truly Delightful - 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
By Brian H - August 21 - 9:13 amI bought my Santa fe in the middle of January and I am fully satisfied. It is a dream to drive, smooth, comfortable, powerful. I have not yet experienced the bad shift from 1st to 2nd. I am in Cdn and we have a slightly larger gallon, so bear that in mind when I say I get 22.5 miles per gallon in the city. If I am real careful and gentle about how I drive. I also looked at everything else out there before I bought and just loved all that the S.Fe had to offer and how smooth it was.
