Overview & Reviews

For 2001, Hyundai comes to market with its very own sport-utility. The Santa Fe is based on a modified Sonata midsize car platform and is available with either front-wheel drive or full-time four-wheel drive with either a four-cylinder or V6 engine.

• Relatively inexpensive price, super warranty, roomy interior.

• Unproven reliability, unimpressive four-wheeling capability, underwhelming powertrain performance.

User Reviews:

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  I like it - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By michel/Rockland - June 10 - 10:00 am

  Purchased for space and towing. I like it so much I will be purchasing an other in the near future. I purchased it 3 years ago.

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  Superb Car - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Valclar - March 31 - 2:00 am

  Best investment I ever made. The car handles excellent. Very roomy inside. Plenty of storage space. Drives very fast, although slightly slower on pick-up, but I am not a race driver. This is the car to have. You will love it.

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  great car - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By greametaylor00 - August 18 - 10:00 am

  best car I ever owned!!!!

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  I like my Santa Fe - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By NYdriver - August 13 - 10:50 am

  I bought this car in August 2001 knowing nothing about its reliability. Ive been pleasantly surprised. I compared it to the Ford Escape and Toyota RAV. Hands down the Hyundai was more comfortable, and had better handling and a better price. I got the base model, and although I live in Western New York, have never regretted not getting the AWD. It handles great in the snow and on corners. Ive had only one minor mechanical problem fixed under warranty. I plan to keep this car for a long time.

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  A Super Vehicle - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Joe Zerges - June 24 - 2:00 am

  Ive, in the past, alway purchased american automobiles. After careful review of all models of small SUVs I decided to try the Hyundai SantaFe. Have not found one thing bad about the vehicle and would definitely buy Hyundai again. The dealship is tops in all aspects.

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  Sante Fe - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By wmpatton - February 10 - 2:00 am

  I was originally hesitant to buy a Korean car but the warranty was so appealing I thought it was worth the risk. After almost two years and 44,000 miles Ive had zero problems and no warranty work whatsoever. Quality so far is incredible. Great fun and reliable.

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  I love my Santa Fe - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Wonderfulx - December 19 - 10:00 am

  This is a wonderful, dependable, affordable vehicle. Its not real great on gas, but it looks good and I feel very safe. Its great if you have a child as you can put the child in the middle of the back seat and use the support hook in the back.

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  Best Buy - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Geoff Lamm - October 29 - 5:53 am

  Have had this car for 4 years and not one problem. Use it off road on occasion and performs well. Plenty of room inside. Has met all of our needs at a great cost.

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  Awesome Vehicle! - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Lori - July 20 - 7:46 am

  I bought this SUV new in 2001. I have kept up with all suggested maintenance, and have never had any problems whatsoever. It looks and drives just like it did the day I bought it. I absolutely love it and will most likely buy another one when the time comes. I have recommended this SUV to many friends who have wound up buying their own and are just as happy as I am. Buy it!

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  A great SUV - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By pcgod - February 28 - 2:00 am

  Excellent value for the price. Comparable vehicles cost much more. Other than the normal minor issues that are associated with "First Year" vehicles, this was my best experience, and continues to be.