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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  Took a chance - 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Mark - May 11 - 9:03 am

  After my lease on my 2004 Toyota Highlander expired, I thought about a new 2007 Highlander. I also took a hard look at Hyundais Santa Fe and Subarus Forester. In the end, I took a chance on Hyundai--- a chance because, after all, this is the parent company with the DNA of the Excel I remember so well from the late 80s. Well, the Santa Fe has proven to be a winner. It meets or exceeds Highlanders standards in every aspect except fuel economy. Fit and finish is superb. The cabin is quiet and comofortable, steering responsive and confident. I recommend the Santa Fe for anyone looking for a CUV. It compares to, or exceeds, the best the rest of the field has to offer.

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  Best vehicle I have ever owned - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By bert - May 6 - 5:53 am

  Everyone in the deerwoods lauged at me when I left camp to buy my wife this veh. But now 3 of them have one also, yes its an 02 and finally were waiting for the 2011s Im 100% sure I will buy another, the only problem we had with ours was a tail light going out, it was fixed 4 yrs ago and now it has 80,000 miles and she wants another so spring we will, I will not even look at another brand, a bad taillight in 9 yrs. Why would I, by far the very best I have ever owned, Im 50 and I look for comfort when I travel with my wife, just got back from a trip to padre island and round trip was 1802 miles long and I was fine the whole trip, I hope this will help

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  wonderful except gasoline mileage - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By s12 - May 5 - 12:53 pm

  great vehicle - 2nd Hyundai we have bought. wonderful dealership experiences with service.

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  long distance towing - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By gonewest - May 4 - 3:03 pm

  Im 2500 miles into a cross-country trip towing 2000+ (trailer & contents combined). Im averaging 15 mpg, which is well within my acceptable range, given the circumstances. Even while towing across some of the worst roads I have ever been on, the handling has been great, and it has enough power to keep in the traffic flow in places like Dallas & Phoenix at quitting time. Got caught in Hurricane Dennis, and the ABS/TRS was a blessing. Also caught 60 mph winds in Arizona yesterday and DIDNT feel like I was out of control. That was a major surprise for me. Im a 4 time Hyundai buyer. My first was an 86 Excel that had over 400,000 mi when I traded it in. Other 2 got wrecked :(

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  50000 miles and NO PROBLEMS - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By wshadow1@netzero.net - May 2 - 2:00 am

  I cant say enough about the quality and performance of this vehicle for the last 50000 miles ( and my sons Sante Fe for the last 60000 miles). Other than a minor recall for a possible rusting oxygen sensor, both vehicles have NOT had 1 problem. This vehicle is about the same size as a Lexus RX300 AND AT LESS THAN HALF THE PRICE. Yes, Hyundai have had a bad reputation over the years but this is changing rapidly---wait till the maintainance stats start coming in. Take a look--you will be surprised.

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  Pauls review - 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Paul Mrozek - May 2 - 1:43 am

  The styling is stand out, very unique!I love the all wheel drive. Power is adequate, but, It could use a little more. I know a larger V-6 is available, but, Im not willing to get less mileage.

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  Impressive......So Far - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By JChatt - April 28 - 9:00 am

  3.5 V8 5 speed Shiftronic. Had the SF two months now, put 4K on it. Fuel Economy not the best, with a lot of freeway only 18mpg. Went to dealer for oil change, and warranty work, Rt/Ctr air vent not working, and a piece fell off the turn signal. Also had the TSB done to stop the lurch when taking off. It seems to have worked, much smoother acceleration. So far... dealer okay. After the TSB, fuel economy did improve to almost 20 mpg.Hopefully that will continue up. Dealer said it would take the computer about 7000 miles to adjust to how we drive. Was the first new vehicle we could afford in over 15 years. Excellent value, if the reliability is as good as they say it is. Time will tell......

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  Saved my life - 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By tweetybeets - April 27 - 8:13 pm

  Traded in my 2002 Santa Fe for the 2007. 6 days after purchasing I was broadsided in drivers side door and front tire by a large landscape truck towing a trailer with lawn equipment going 45+mph who completely blew a red light. I was thrown into a bridge, cut out of the SUV and lived! I have every fireman I know who was at the accident stunned by my survival. They said if I didnt have that car I probably would not have lived. I suffered two broken vertebrae, broken sternum, internal bleeding and multiple contusions. Sounds bad, but could have been much worse. Needless to say, I am extremely happy with the safety features.......and it looked nice too. :)

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  2007 Santa Fe Limited = Luxury for Less! - 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By JCS - April 26 - 8:53 am

  The new 2007 Santa Fe is a great value! It is loaded with standard features, has great looks inside and out, a ton of safety features, 5 star crash test ratings, super competitive pricing, and a superb warranty. Driving this vehicle is is oure joy and I look for every excuse to drive it. We test drove CR-V, Matirx, RAV4, Pilot, Element, and others. No comparison - we bought the Santa Fe!

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  Its Nice :) - 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Estrellas701 - April 26 - 2:00 am

  40000mi-previous owner Interior fabric is soft/exterior is durable Roomy-keep finding hidden drawers Shiftronic is AWESOME Drove 800 mile trip w/5 people & camping gear-could still see out bk window-27 mi/g Comes with very nice tires-full spare-NOT on bk door-bumper bash not so awful Fog lamps & brights=instant daylight Window tint is inside the glass-wont scratch/bubble Alarm system easy to ad on to Hauls trailer uphill w/ease Takes off road much better than expected-full skid plate Acceleration & stopping better than most Trans sensor failed- dealership fixed for free under warranty Otherwise=bang 4 your buck Lots of features included in MSRP