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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  Another Santa Fe - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Mike - December 3 - 7:16 pm

  After test drive i realized how better it was than my 06 other than engine it was completely redesigned. I loved the 06 never any problems in almost 4 years so i traded it for the 09 leftover and have not been disappointed. Fun to drive and it looks like the more expensive SUVs in its class.

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  ? - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By nucc - December 2 - 2:00 am

  awesome truck...i have a 2002 hyundai santa fe in the bronze color..4wd and a 2.7 liter v-6

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  just put in gas and go. - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Bob - November 29 - 8:03 pm

  I am 6 ft. tall and have lots of room to be comfortable. Works fine but have not had it long. Moved jack handle off jack and not a rattle or squeak since. If it stays this way cant ask for any better. One very small crab....mileage indicator hard to read in daytime.

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  santa FE AWD SE 2011 - 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By rp - November 29 - 2:00 am

  Have been reading Edmunds for years. So, time to give back. Just bought 2011 Santa FE AWD SE (first new car for me : ) I am coming from an old Accord 4 cyl. - Exterior looks are great. Interior is alright. Drive is not nimble (this is not BMW), but i expected it to be tighter on suspension (its too bouncy for me). - Acceleration is responsive. - Overall features for given price is nice (bluetooth, v6, awd, auto dim mirrors, heated seats, roof rack + cross rails, steptronic transmission, warranty, fog lights, driver power seats) - I only have driven 80 miles so far. I will write back again in 500 miles. - Mpg - 22 combined

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  still satisfied after 20000 miles - 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By steve - November 27 - 12:46 am

  I bought this vehicle in september 2006 and have over 20,000 miles on it so far. For an SUV with a V6 I can say it is pretty good on gas (overall 22 MPG). Still drives like a car and is very quiet on the road. I live in Massachusetts and my wife has never had any issues driving in the snow (we live in the second hilliest city in the US). I dont have any interior failures or defects as stated in other reports. I can honestly say that I have no complaints with this SUV and was looking at the Pilot and highlander also at the time. I wish I had purchased the 3rd row seat.

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  OSO SUV - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By dososos - November 26 - 2:00 am

  Workmanship & quality control great.

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  Great suv at a great price - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By donna - November 26 - 2:00 am

  Let your misguided friends spend twice as much on an overpriced, unreliable domestic SUV. THIS SUV is for the smart consumer who wants a great car, style and a superior warrenty at a great price!

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  Disappointment - 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By sidney - November 24 - 12:00 pm

  Went with Hyundai for the warranty. Wanted a Tucson, went with the bigger engine that is only available in the Santa Fe. I do mainly city driving, stop and go. Mileage isnt even close to what they stated. Dont even get 13 miles to a gallon in town. Highway 20 to 22. Transmission is sloppy. Standard stero stinks. Had it replaced already. Had a Chrysler Concorde with a 3.3L engine for 10 years. Thought the mileage would at least be close to what the Chrysler got, 17 city. Still drive the Chrysler when I can, gas mileage is so much better. Will trade in vehicle as soon as I find something. So annoyed with gas mileage that I really dont like the vehicle.

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  LOTS OF RESEARCH - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By OATMAN - November 24 - 10:00 am

  I LOVE THE UP-HIGH RIDE, I LOVE THE BODY STYLE, I LOVE THE WARRANTY, I LOVE ALL THE FEATURES, AND THE GREAT PRICE, THE RIDE IS JUST AS SMOOTH AS THE SONATA,WHICH WAS MY LAST CAR ("1999"),AND KNOWING IF ANYTHING GOES WRONG OR BREAKS DOWN, TAKE IT RIGHT TO THE SERVICE DEPT, GREAT SERVICE AND NO CHARGE

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  I Love It! - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Derekwc - November 22 - 10:00 am

  I finally bought my dream car. It has body design like No other SUV on the market - not boxy not square but sleek and bubbly. It is a fun light midsize suv for anyone. Hyundai has become my hero as far as make is concern; this is the second Hyundai I have purchased and am even more pleased with this than the first. Well build, Excellently priced, fun, stylish, and everyone asks me how a guy like me can afford such a nice car. I named him Deshawn.