Overview & Reviews

Entering its second year of production, the Santa Fe gets four-wheel disc brakes as standard equipment as well as an optional upgraded stereo system. In May 2002, Hyundai responds to customer requests and makes a power sunroof optional for GLS and LX models. Besides that, all models benefit from midyear interior upgrades, among these larger air conditioning vents; a center stack-mounted clock; illumination for the power window buttons and glovebox; chrome accents; ISOFIX child-seat anchors for the outboard rear seating positions and an improved rear-seat recliner and folding mechanism. In September 2002, Hyundai announced that it had misstated the horsepower ratings for all of the models in its lineup -- the Santa Fe's 2.4-liter four-cylinder is now rated for 138 hp and its V6 is now at 173 hp. To compensate, the company is offering Hyundai owners (of 2000 models and newer) three options: 10 years of roadside assistance, 6-year/72,000-mile basic warranty coverage or 12-year/120,000-mile powertrain coverage.

• Relatively inexpensive price, super warranty, roomy interior.

• Unimpressive four-wheeling capability, underwhelming powertrain performance.

User Reviews:

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  Great SUV - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By barresq - August 18 - 10:00 am

  Great vehicle; The only problem is with the lumbar support for the passenger seat; Hyundai will probably shed its negative image with this beauty.

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  Love this car! - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Kath - August 14 - 9:46 am

  I have 165000 miles and love it as the day I bought it! Changed the timing belt every 60000 miles and all Ive changed is the alternator at 130000. Regular oil changes, tires wear well (yeah! Goodrich Long Trails). Goes through 2 ft snow without difficulty handles great with shiftronic! The price is now too high and auto has changed so cant afford another! Sob! Its still going strong so not to worry yet. Great car! Well built,I feel very safe driving it in any weather.

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  4 days Old - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By cafeS - July 6 - 10:00 am

  Although it is only 4 days old (Ill write another review in a few months), it appears that this SUV is THE one! Forget the price (even though a huge benefit) since you have to live in the SUV. The overall drive and look of this SUV is awesome.

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  Our Sante Fe - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Gloria - June 24 - 10:06 am

  I love this vehicle. Its dependable, has great seating space and carrying space. We travel back and forth to our daughters home 2 states away often. Our city miles are about 2/3 of our annual mileage. The car is dependable. We never worry about it. Our dealership is very good about service. Since we bought our Sante Fe, several of our family members and friends have purchased one also. We would recommend one to anybody.

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  Hyundai - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Nancy Marsh - June 14 - 12:16 pm

  we love to take long trips in my Hyundai Santa Fa

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  A Dream Vehicle - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By WhidbeyIslander - June 10 - 12:03 pm

  Our Santa Fe is, without doubt, the best vehicle we have ever owned. Until recently, when a dragging brake manifested itself, there was not so much as a rattle in the car. The Santa Fes handling is outstanding though the car is a bit underpowered. Service has been beyond excellent at Bellingham Hyundai. The longer we have the car, the more we like it. Fit and finish is superb. About the only improvement which Hyundai could make would be to increase the gas mileage.

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  BEST SUVS I HAVE EVER OWNED - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By RJEFFERSON - May 24 - 10:00 am

  I OWN TWO 2001 SANTA FES THEY ARE THE BEST SUVS THAT I HAVE EVER OWNED HYUNDAI HAS IT MASTERED. I HAVE OWNED OVER 15 DIFFERENT SUVS THE SANTA FES ARE THE BEST

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  Best vehicle we have ever had - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By L. Watson - February 2 - 2:43 am

  Vehicle is attractive, comfortable, and drives like a dream. We are senior citizens and need the realiability. Easy to enter and exit for tall or large people. Came with all the extras of the higher priced SUVs. The warranty made the deal perfect for us.

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  I Like It - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By MonkG - January 11 - 10:00 am

  I was one of the first owners of this vehicle in northern California. The car has been a pleasure to drive, very reliable and quite spunky in terms of acceleration. I looked extensively at the Tribute, RAV4 and Escape before deciding on the Santa Fe. I must say I feel I made the right decision. The warranty gave me much comfort regarding the unknowns of this vehicle. I have been so impressed with Hyundai that I puchased an Elantra for my wife when she needed a new car.

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  " All Right in my little Book"! - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Ranfew - January 11 - 10:00 am

  Im a CPR Instructor, and this SUV is perfect for my equipment.