Overview & Reviews

One of Hyundai's longest-running nameplates, the Santa Fe is a car-based crossover SUV aimed at buyers seeking the elevated ride height and useful cargo area of a traditional utility vehicle in an easy-to-drive package. Modern versions of the Hyundai Santa Fe are midsize with three rows of seating, quality cabin furnishings and user-friendly tech features. Whether you're shopping for a new or used Santa Fe, value is a big part of its appeal. The standard equipment list is generous, as is Hyundai's warranty coverage.

Earlier versions of the Hyundai Santa Fe range from compact to midsize in dimensions and have seating for five passengers. The 2007 and later models are a big step up in styling, performance and interior space, and they're worth considering if you're shopping for a used midsize crossover. Hyundai has since subdivided the Santa Fe line into two models: the two-row Santa Fe Sport and the three-row Santa Fe. The latter is more luxurious than its predecessors, offering premium styling and plenty of power.

User Reviews:

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  Best bang for the buck! - 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Jerry - March 9 - 5:50 pm

  I would recommend this car over most of the competitors. I looked at the Rav4, CX-7 and the Ford Edge and for the price and warranty the Santa Fe limited is by far the best value hands down. My Limited has the navigation, XM, sunroof and everything else except the towing package. And so far the 4- cyc has not been lagging on power and the gas mileage has been great.

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  santa fe - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By salli - March 7 - 10:00 am

  I have own the santa fe for almost 2 years. It is great fun to drive. Couldve got more power but it works for my family. I used 250 miles everyday for 2 months fro home to work when I first purchased, and I really enjoyed it.

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  2003 Santa Fe - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By DanRo - March 7 - 10:00 am

  I really enjoy my new Santa Fe, however, if I would do all over, I would purchase 4WD-currently have the front-wheel drive make. It is still fun to take in the woods but doesnt have a high body clearence-maybe need lift kit.

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  Hyundai Santa Fe - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By trapshooter6 - March 7 - 10:00 am

  I have 14000 mi. on the Santa Fe and love the vehicle. It went through our brutal New York winter with ease. Fuel economy is better than my previous Mazda Tribute with the Santa Fe getting me an avg. 21.5-22 mpg in mostly rural driving. Trips yield over 24 mpg. Build quality seems very good and Ive had no problems to date.

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  Former LexusRX300owner - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By SantaFeLover - March 7 - 10:00 am

  My lease was up on my Lexus RX 300 and I didnt want another 600.00 payment. Test drove every Toyota (weve had 3previously) and was sooo disappointed with the pick up,loud engine and the interior design. On a lark we went to Hyundai. I drove it and that was it. The car sold itself.

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  Good Buy - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By triumph - March 7 - 10:00 am

  I compared all the standard and options features between the Santa Fe and the Highlander before I made the decision. Santa Fe got all the standard features which were options in Highlander and was $10,000 less.

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  The good and the not-so-good - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Denis - March 6 - 11:16 am

  I enjoy my Santa Fe very much. The 3.5 engine has plenty of zip and the car handles very well. Biggest drawback is getting into car. The natural tendancy is to lean forward to clear the door with your head but the overly raked windshield makes this manuever ill-advised. The rear seats not only fold down (although not 100% flat), they also recline which make them much more comortable than the Subaru Forester which I considered. Standard safety features are outstanding such as side air bags & reinforced doors,ABS 4 wheel disc brakes, heated power mirrors. My Santa Fe came standard with AC, powerful CD/Cassette, AM/FM, Cruise, power everything except seats, remote entry w/alarm & much more

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  Bang on.... - 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By mike159 - March 6 - 6:45 am

  This is my 1st Hyundai and Suv. The ride is much better than I expected and have not had any problems with the blind spot, its just a matter of paying attention on the road. Engine repsonse is going to take awhile to get used to since coming from an Accord. Not a fan yet of the eco drive, seems to shift out way too soon. Interior quality is beyond expected and more sporty,rugged than the 2012 model. Love the leather, love it. I can already see the matte finish on the dash and door panels is going to show grease from fingers, I keep a mico towel handy. With 1,100 miles, so far Im pleased with the purchase, and Im a tuff customer to please.

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  Safety and Price Were Our Main Concerns - 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Kerry Brown - March 3 - 8:06 pm

  We purchased our 2007 Santa Fe after several weeks of near obsessive on-line research. With two teen drivers, safety was our number one priority. The Santa Fe offers front, side and curtain airbags; anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control all standard. It also weighs more than many of its competitors. (It is a Top Pick for safety from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.) Price/Value was equally imortant to us. The CRV and RAV4, lacked many of the amenities that are standard on the Santa Fe and cant compare on the warranty and yet are priced thousands of dollars higher. We also happen to like the look of the newly designed Santa Fe so our decision was made.

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  A Great Car - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Jeff Martinez - March 1 - 6:40 am

  This has been an awesome vehicle. Very Dependable. Very trip friendly!