Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  love this car BUT - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Shannon - August 8 - 10:30 pm

  I bought my car used in 05. I love the look of the car and its fun to drive and very comfy and roomy BUT I have had nothing but trouble with it. had to replace rear end, new battery that I was told had to be Hyundai specific and cost$132, trouble with pedal sensors and now damper pulley and timing belt. It is horrible in the winter to start and when it does it doesnt want to drive! it does tend to jerk sometimes when shifting. Its a shame i really do love this car but probably wont buy another one.

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  2003 Santa Fe LX 2.7 - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By sbraatz - June 10 - 11:31 pm

  My wife and I bought it with 60,000 miles. We had a couple of minor issues right of the bat that the dealer didnt want to handle. I did replace the plugs and wires twice within the first two years because of the same problem. It was a little time consuming but not impossible. Definately cheaper then taking it into the dealer. Other then that it has been very reliable. Gas mileage could be a little better. I think we average around 17-18mpg. We orignally bought it because we were told it could handle a boat. Later found it the towing capacity wasnt great. But would definately buy another one.

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  Decent!!! - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By KristinB - April 17 - 10:00 am

  I bought my car on April 23rd, 2003, after months of wanting it. I only qualified for a lease, as I was upside down in a crappy Sentra. I absolutely love love love my Sante Fe. I wish I could have gotten a moon roof, though.

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  Great Car for the Price! - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Superpickymom - March 4 - 10:00 am

  I investigated all SUVs for the past year. This car is the best bang for the buck! Most options on other cars are standard on this one. Main gripes are poor fuel mileage (19/gal) and lack of electric seat. Also, when I put on the roof racks, I had a bad whistling sound as I drove over 40mph! I removed them and it got better. For a V6, could use more power. Otherwise, I am happy with my purchase and compared to other SUVs in this range, this is the best buy!

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  My santa fe - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By dusty - February 28 - 10:00 am

  Good reliable suv,and fun to drive.