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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  4Great car for the $$$ - 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By dlegend - May 26 - 1:03 pm

  Pretty good vehicle. We are happy with the design and appearance so far. Still breaking it in, so cant give you an estimate on the gas mileage that is valid, nor how it agrees with the manufacturer, but so far, city driving has given us 18-20 mpg. The car has plenty of power, if you feel you need more, then you should get a V-8 or a sports car......this car is plenty good and gives power when needed, and decent fuel consumption. Third row seat is no good for anyone taller than 5 10" - unless you are driving a basketball team, someone will be shorter, and those people can survive on even longer trips. I am 6 4" and the first 2 rows have plenty of room. The panoramic roof is awesome!

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  Surprisingly happy - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By russ - May 26 - 10:00 am

  If you had told me three months ago that Id buy a Hyundai, Id have told you that you were nuts! After researching reviews and pricing I got my wife one and it (so far) has been a very pleasant surprise. We got all the goodies on it for a very fair price and the warranty cant be beat. Ive gotten compliments on it from cowboys to Grannies. Were getting about 21.5 mpg which is what we thought wed get city/highway.

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  great for the money - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By artier - May 23 - 10:00 am

  drove to mississippi 2 times without a single problem, good handling and gas milage was great, even with towing a boat the v-6 did the job and then some, I test drove a 4 banger and this I felt was almost dangerous as it was underpowered greatly, buy atleast the v- 6 and you will have no problem.

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  LOVE EVERYTHING BUT GAS MILEAGE - 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By MAX RODDEY - May 23 - 10:00 am

  MY SECOND HYUNDAI FIRST AN ELANTRA..THIS SANTA FE IS A GREAT RIDING CAR..WISH I HAD BETTER GAS MILEAGE..GOT TO GET USED TO 4 CYL ON SUCH A LARGE LOAD THOUGH..FINE ONCE YOU GET UP TO FREEWAY SPEED..BUT DANGEROUS ON ACCESS UNLESS YOU REALLY FLOOR IT..BUT ALL IN ALL i LIKE IT A LOT..

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  Never had a better car! - 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By cavanah - May 20 - 12:03 am

  I have previously had two Fords,(will never have another one because quality was poor and customer service poorer) and a Honda CRV. I have never been more pleased with this Hyundai Santa Fe! I was drawn at first to the great exterior design and after stepping into the drivers seat was sold. The back seats recline so that my kids can nap on long trips and the 3rd row seat has been a lifesaver for this soccer mom. I love the engines get up and go. Plenty of power outlets. Never had XM before but now Im addicted. The blue interior lights are easy on the eyes. I have interior lights when I open my car doors, not sure what other people are missing. I love, love, love this Car!!!

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  2002 SantaFe review - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By jinhan - May 19 - 2:00 am

  Wheel Alignment issue at initial purchase and some vibration noise after 5000 miles. Besides those issues, its fun to drive

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  One of the best out there! - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Bottomley - May 19 - 2:00 am

  This is an excellent car. My husband and I researched cars quite extensively...RAV4, Vue, CRV, Liberty...and overall the Hyundai far surpassed all others. It performs, is made well, has incredible standard features, and the price was unbeatable!

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  Santa Fe - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By troy boudreaux - May 19 - 2:00 am

  Absolutely perfect. Fun and comfortagle to drive, with an excellent value. Great warrenty and representation from the company.

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  Never say never - 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By BG53 - May 14 - 10:00 am

  Only owned for two weeks, so impressions are still forming, but so far I am greatly impressed. Feel I got more than I paid for. Very solid construction. Extremely comfortable seats. Decent performance and fuel economy. Great space for people and things. And of course that warranty.

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  New Sante Fe Owned as of 3/2/02 - 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By BCav - May 12 - 6:33 pm

  I will send further info when I have about 2 weeks of constant driving under my belt. I would like to thank everyones input on this car as it helped with my final decision in buying it. There is NO SUV on the market for the money and feel like the Sante Fe!!