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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Consumer Discussions
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Hyundai Santa Fe Cruise Control Questions
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Re: 2004 Santa fe Cruise Control Problem [barkya]
2005 santafe: after searching internet besides the tail lite filaments as cause for malfunction of cruise control (cruise lite on but cannot set/or accelerate. I read a post by a Hyundai service tec that said every third santafe with that prob the switch on steering was faulty. Two phillips screws removes the switch unit and unplug is easy from harness. There are two printed circuit boards that are perpendicular to each ... Read More
Anyone experience Sudden Unintended Acceleration in a Santa Fe?
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unintended acceleration
Several times in the past few months my 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe V6 2wd has shown a great surge, usually after starting. the only way I could control this was my slamming non the breaks. It has happened in drive and reverse.
Hyundai Santa Fe Start Stall Idle Problems
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Re: Hyundai Santa Fe hard starting, rough idle [psykoconnell]
Thanks for this tip. Changed the Fuel Pressure Reg. on my 2005 santa fe 3.5L and this was the issue. Easy and cheap fix and now runs like new again!
Anyone experience Sudden Unintended Acceleration in a Santa Fe?
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Re: 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe Sudden Unintended Acceleration [grooveline88]
I have a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, and in Jan 2011 my timing chain broke and I had to replace the engine. They place a 2005 engine in my car. I have had the my car back for a month and on my way home from work (with my 4year old in the car) the car started to accelerate! With my foot, I made sure the gas petal wasn't stuck, I ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Real World MPG
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Re: Santa Fe 09 poor gas mileage [graceh]
I wish you the best of luck in pin-pointing the problem. I had a 2002 Santa Fe AWD with a 2.7L v6 that did really well on gas mileage. I traded it for a 2006 Santa Fe AWD with a 3.5L v6 and it was TERRIBLE. My 2002 got 27 MPG on the highway with A/C on low and cruise set to 70 MPH int he summer. My 2006 NEVER got ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2007+)
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Re: Slight Throttle Surge when idling in 2007 Santa Fe SE [pelican19]
I'm brand new to this forum. I just bought a 2005 Santa Fe AWD, 38K miles. When I push the accelerator from a dead stop it always surges rapidly for maybe 5+ seconds and then it settles down. That five+ seconds can be a nightmare when I'm having to make a sharp corner. It almost seems like the car is going out of control. The car is out of warranty or ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Real World MPG
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2009 Santa Fe Limited AWD (3.3 liter V6) - questionable highway mileage
I own a 2005 Hyundai Elantra that gets 30 miles/gal in the city and it's been a great car. Really impressed with Hyundai's build quality. That good experience, and some thorough research is what led me to purchase a new 2009 Sante Fe Limited AWD to replace our aging Chrysler minivan. The only thing I'm dissapointed with so far is the highway mileage. It's rated at 17 city and 24 highway ... Read More
Anyone experience Sudden Unintended Acceleration in a Santa Fe?
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Additional Documented Cases of Hyundai SUA
Some Additional excerpts from allworldauto.com (thanks stannards!) Including them here for additional reference: 2007-06-01 0000 Neenah, WI Fast acceleration from a stop sign. not all the time but every so often. it snaps your head and neck back. have had it in to dealership and they told me i didn't know how to drive a censor accelerator vehicle. all new hyundai's are supposed to have this but no one else seems ... Read More
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Re: Anyone experience Sudden Unintended Acceleration in a Hyundai Santa Fe? [bryancos]
Yes yes yes, and you will find others if you look at Allworldauto.com Our experience is as follows. Last April our 2005 low mileage Hyundai Santa Fe automatic suddenly took off like a Formula One car from a near standstill whilst being parked, and we had witnesses to the occurrence who can verify this. It shot through a closed garage door, ripping it off its very substantial mechanism and crashed into ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Air Bag Light
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Re: passenger air bag sensor light inconsistent [JBrabbit]
Could not agree more! Struggled with this problem on our 2005 Santa Fe since new. Wife weighs around 125. Light is sometimes on and sometimes off. Received a recall pertaining to this problem within a year of purchase. Recall called for resetting the algorithm that runs when the engine is started--at least that is what the service rep said. Returned a 2nd time when this did not correct the intermittent problem. ... Read More
Anyone experience Sudden Unintended Acceleration in a Santa Fe?
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Similar SUA event on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
Found this entry on another forum for a 2005 Santa Fe: 2007-10-30 0000 Brigantine, NJ Sudden engine acceleration when parking. this is the second time this happened. my wife was parking the car and when she put her foot on the brake (note, she is a very experienced driver and was not accidentally pushing the accelerator, also nothing on the floor was touching it.) the engine started to accelerate to full ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2007+)
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Hyundai Road Service - Locked Out
Last week we were over 400 miles from home and 200 miles from the nearest Hyundai dealer, when both sets of keys got locked in our 2005 Santa Fe. Standing there in the rain, I called the Hyundai 800 number on the window. Within 45 minutes Hyundai had a wrecker there and the door opened for NO charge. Within a half hour Hyundai called me to be sure were OK. I ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Keys and Locks
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Re: Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 replaced key [oscar_gata]
The Dealers here in Phoenix were trying to force you to buy an immobiliser by pre-installing it as an option prior to the sale.....they got pissed with me when I refused to pay for it (waay overpriced) as I had not ordered it. I assume a lot of dealers were trying to do the same for the extra bucks, along with hard selling the worthless extended warranty and charging extra for ... Read More
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Re: Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 replaced key [mulla]
Did you buy that 2005 Santa Fe in the US? US Santa Fe's have never had immobilizers - not today and not four years ago.
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Re: Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 replaced key [mulla]
If the Service Guy is saying it's the immobiliser that is the problem, then why not just get them to disconnect it altogether. There has to be a way to properly program your new remote and key to operate the lock, they are just being dumb about it.
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Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 replaced key
I have a Hyundai Santa Fe 2005 that is not responding to a replaced key that has a code. Our Hyundai garage has suggested we have a new imboliser installed so the key will work, which is going to cost us an additional $1000. Is there something else the garage can try to make the key work?
Crossover SUV Comparison
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Re: Forester -- should I heat the leather? [ateixeira]
Hey juice; She signed the papers on it tonight. The car is blue booked for private party at $16,100. Trade in, $13,350. She bought it for $13,500. I think its a screaming bargain myself. Local Hyundai dealer said it hadn't been wrecked, and could see where the oil had been changed and tires rotated. Filters starting to get dirty, but not overdue for replacement. 2007 Santa Fe GLS 2WD, Heated Leather, ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Why has Hyundai not posted 2009 info yet?
To the corporate folks that monitor these boards: why hasn't Hyundai updated their website for the 2009 Santa Fe? I know there are still 2008's on the lot, but it's not 2008 any more! I have a 2005 Tucson which I purchased in October, 2004. I'm thinking of trading the car in and want a little larger SUV, preferably AWD, and like the current styling of the Santa Fe. But I ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe vs Nissan Rogue
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Re: Santa Fe Limited AWD vs Rogue SL AWD w/Leather+Premium [jd10013]
Of course the Hyundai gives you more for the $$$ , but Rogues are outrageous here in Reno and EVERY option except the air you breath.....Hopefully the hyundai holds up. Right now, nothing is selling except Hummers, Mercedes, BMW's etc. The rest of the real middle class is not buying and the car dealers are getting killed. No sympathy from here! :P I have reached the point of Not wanting any ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2007+)
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Re: 2007 santa fe 2.7 engine oil change [somedai1]
Whew...I am glad I have the 3.3L engine where the Filter is very easy to get at (on top of the engine);. Take off the 6 bolts holding the decorative cover on top of the engine, and you are looking right at the canister that contains the filter canister (Holder) (not the can type of filter we have become used to, but an element that fits inside a permanent canister) . ... Read More
Before My Santa Fe I Drove a ___?
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I Drove A....
71? Volkswagen Beetle (bought in 1985) 72? Ford F150 (bought in 1986) 81 Datsun Truck (Bought in 1987) (bed rusted out, built a wooden bed) 85 Isuzu Trooper (bought in 1989) 95 Mazda Truck - first new vehicle 93 Ford Escort- for my wife 98 Dodge Grand Caravan (bought in 2000) 01 Dodge Grand Caravan (bought in 2004) 98 Dodge Caravan (Bought in 2005) which made us a 2 caravan family. ... Read More
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I traded...
I traded a 2005 Ford Freestyle AWD for the 2007 SF SE AWD But as far as my car purchasing history goes... 1964 Pontiac Bonneville convertible- Wish I still had this car. Great for surfers on the east coast. 1970- Ford Maverick. POS but never stranded me. 1978 Chevy Monza- First brand new car 1980 Honda Civic- Sank it in deep water 1981 Honda Civic(4d)- Nice car 1983 (?) Izusu Impulse- ... Read More
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Re: For ALL the ones I've LOVED B4.... [somedai1]
Here's my list, all bought new, 3 special-ordered: 1st car ever was a brand new 1973 Pontiac Grand Am. I bought it off the showroom floor and loved it. It had a 455 V8, dual exhaust, genuine "African Crossfire Mahogany" wood trim, full instrumentation with real numbers on the gauges, A/C, AM/FM stereo. I was fresh out of college making the big bucks ($150/week). Life was grand. Traded the Grand Am ... Read More
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My Car Story
1971 Superbeetle- 1st car, was purchased by my mom right after high school and I paid her back with my first job. I drove it for 5 years. You can’t really say anything bad about an original beetle. The are probably the perfect first car. Affordable, cheap to fix, and they get good gas mileage with the right engine. 1980 Honda Prelude-drove it for about 2 years. It was the old ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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What's best NJ price for Santa Fe SE 2WD ?
I'm currently negotiating on a 2007 Santa Fe SE 2WD (w$95 floor mats). (Of course there is always about $895 of dealer add ons like pin stripe and other such 'junk' for the other handwritten sticker price.) The MSRP is $24,595. Besides the $1000 rebate, I get $500 buyer loyalty rebate, and $500 financing rebate. Taking us to $22,595. My 2005 GLS Tucson trade has 30,900 miles very nice /exc cond ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Re: Need Info: [mcq1]
Three months ago I had to turn in a 2-month-old LOADED Volvo XC90 AWD; it was a company car and I had to give it back when I left the company. (Figures!) Anyway, my wife and I had gotten used to having an SUV in our fleet since we'd had three different company-provided ones over the past 4 years. (My wife's daily driver is a 2006 Mazda 3 GT; my weekend ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: In the Market for year end Santa Fe [jiminyintx]
Cool! I'm glad to be of help. If you're getting a deal close to those numbers on a new Santa Fe that is to your liking in terms of colors and options, you can feel very good about it. You'll definitely enjoy the car; it's beautifully designed, enjoyable to drive, and a great value. A couple of things... As you look at specific vehicles, open a front door and check to ... Read More
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Re: Need help negotiating (didn't do so good last time) [longtalltexan]
$900 less than "list" (M.S.R.P.) is not a good deal; in fact, based on the deals that are being reported here it's a poor deal. I suggest determining the invoice price on the specific car you're looking at here at Edmunds.com; be sure to include all factory-installed options and destination. I'd offer $1500 less than invoice, less any applicable rebates. (Others here have made it clear that such a deal is ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV4 vs Mazda CX-7 vs Ford Edge
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I agree completely.
I've had my Santa Fe Limited AWD for a month and couldn't be happier with it. Before buying, I looked at and test drove the Honda CR-V, Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, Chevy Equinox, Mitsubishi Outlander, Toyota Highlander, Dodge Nitro, and the other 2 Hyundai SUVs (Veracruz and Tucson). I chose the Santa Fe because after carefully considering features, styling, driving experience, and warranty, I liked it the best. Notice that I ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Basic Maintenance Questions
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
I have a 05 Santa Fe with the 2.7 V6 engine. I am going to start doing oil changes myself but can't figure out from the manual how much oil, with filter change, the car takes? Is it 4.2 or 4.8? Also, how much transmission fluid on the auto tranny? Thanks for any help.
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: New Santa Fe [technikal]
Good comparison, but I will quibble on a few points. I've been a longtime Honda customer, having owned Hondas for the last 26 years (my first was an '81 Accord). My wife currently drives a 2005 Odyssey. I looked closely at both the CR-V and the Pilot before buying my 2007 Santa Fe Ltd AWD. As much as it pains me to say it, Honda has slipped a little in quality ... Read More
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Re: SE vs. Ltd. vs. VC [aepheme]
I'd say they're great deals. Assuming that the Santa Fes have XM and that all of the vehicles you're looking at havethe optional carpeted floor mats (which the dealers seem to always order), invoice prices are as follows: Santa Fe SE AWD: $25,290 Santa Limited AWD: $27,171 Veracruz GLS AWD: $27,364 (These numbers don't take the rebates into account.) You could take any one of those deals and feel good about ... Read More
2007 Santa Fe vs Lexus RX 350 vs Nissan Murano
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Re: 2007 Santa Fe vs. Lexus RX350, Nissan Murano [skagwaypilot]
My story is very similar to davesuv's. I have three small children and so wanted a vehicle with three rows of seating. I also wanted all wheel drive (Minnesota winters, doncha know), and a few luxuries like heated seats and auto climate control. On top of all that, I didn't want something too big, as I'm used to driving a small car and like the maneuverability and gas mileage. Besides, my ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe New Owners
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I traded in a 2005 Scion XB for a 2007 Santa Fe SE
I traded in a 2005 Scion XB for a 2007 Santa Fe SE. The XB was a great little car; it got great gas mileage, had an incredible amount of interior room for its size. It also had some great safety features for its price range (ABS, Traction Control, and Vehicle Stability Control). Unfortunately it lacked features like cruise control, had a well designed interior, unfortunately it was all hard cheap ... Read More
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My new Santa Fe is a very pleasant surprise.
A couple of weeks ago I made the decision to leave my job. Believe it or not, one of the toughest considerations was the fact that I'd have to return a 2-month-old Volvo XC90 AWD. (It was a company car that I got to order to my own specs.) Anyway, I decided to leave the job and return the car. We were left with my wife's daily driver (2006 Mazda 3) ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2007+)
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Re: Slight Throttle Surge when idling in 2007 Santa Fe SE [pelican19]
anthony Have you heard anymore from your service manager friend about this issue? I am very anxious to find out if Hyundai is finally acknowledging a problem because last year, they never did and now that this 2005 one is having the same problem, I would like to have it fixed and not have to take it back 4 times for the same problem like I did with the 2003 model. ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Steering
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2005 Sante Fe - What to use for pwr steering fluid
I have heard multiple things about what to use to top off my power steering fluid on my 2005 Santa fe. I have been advised to use everything from ATF to off the shelf power steering fluid to only the new "special" power steering fluid only sold at Hyundai for $15 a pint. What are you using? Thanks in advance.
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Canadian Prices [mikes2]
i,ve looked at the santa fe from the first time it was on paper. went to my dealer four times and the same answer come bank in 6mths.well its been 20 mmths sence i bought my 2005 santa fe from harrelson hyundai in charlotte. two weeks ago i went back to buy a new santa fe the salesa men said hay io remember you we still cant do anything your car ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2006 and earlier)
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Hyundai Customer Service is TERRIBLE!!!
I recently purchased my third Hyundai in the past 5 years. My first was a 2002 Santa Fe GLS 2.7L AWD, the second a 2005 Elantra GLS, and the third (and final) a 2006 Santa Fe GLS 3.5L AWD. Having bought three I obviously have had somewhat of a positive experience. However the 2006 has already been to the shop 4 times now for the same problem! It only has 4,200 ... Read More
Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Santa Fe
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CRV and Santa Fe resale values
I'll just throw in a quick caveat. I am a Santa Fe owner and we really like ours (2005). We got a great deal on it because it was at the end of 2005 and they had to make room for 2006. It has 17k miles on it with no problems ever and has performed admirable with two toddlers in the rear. I am very much a 'drive it until it ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Lease Questions
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Where to get lease numbers?
Hello, We are looking at trading in our 2005 Santa Fe (3.5L) for a new 2007 Santa Fe Limited (MSRP $27,600). The new Santy is a huge improvement over our current one! Anyways, I know a Santa Fe is probably not ideal to lease due to its horrible resale value, but I'm hoping the dealer can work some magic or Hyundai comes out with some good incentives. Does anyone know where ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Lease Q?
Hello, We are looking at trading in our 2005 Santa Fe (3.5L) for a new 2007 Santa Fe Limited (MSRP $27,600). The new Santy is a huge improvement over our current one! Anyways, I know a Santa Fe is probably not ideal to lease due to its horrible resale value, but I'm hoping the dealer can work some magic or Hyundai comes out with some good incentives. Does anyone know where ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Re: Sante Fe- Dependable? [carfreak8]
TERRIBLE: hyundai Tucson; Kia Sportage BELOW AVERAGE: Kia Sorento AVERAGE: Hyundai Tiburon ABOVE AVERAGE: Kia Amanti EXCELLENT: None Here's the latest info direct from CR's web site; 2006-2007 ratings(Latest Rankings from CR's Website) Tucson Above average CR recommended Sonata Above average CR recommended Azera Above average CR recommended Entourage Above average CR recommended Tiburon Insufficient Data New Elantra Insufficient Data Old Elantra Above average New Santa Fe NSF Data Old Santa ... Read More
Santa Fe Indicator Lights and Gauges
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Re: 2005 santa fe antifreeze lost [jimsist]
Your dealer is full of it. Take it to another dealer or call the Hyundai rep for your area. JCS
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Re: Santa Fe vs. CR-V vs. VUE [gunga64]
Um, yeah. Think about what you just said. Of COURSE your "van" had more room in the 3rd row than the Santa Fe. A van is, well, a van. A Santa Fe is a compact/midsize sport utility vehicle. Apples and oranges there. I bought the Santa Fe with the 3rd row specifically because I wanted the 3rd row. The 3rd row is small, but it's more than adequate for the occasional ... Read More
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Re. Santa Fe experiences(continued) Sparcap54
I am trying to keep the BS to a minimum. Noticed some postings re a trailer hitch for the 07 Santa Fe. (Etrailer.com) shows a 3500 lb hidden hitch for $127.95. Half hour installation time with 6 bolts, no drilling or welding. The light wiring harness is available from Wall mart for less than $20.00. Very nice hitch, I put one on my 2003 Santa Fe. Also there has been some ... Read More
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Re; Santa fe Experiences continued-Sparcap 54
I have religiously kept detailed logs on all of my Hyundai Santa Fe experiences. On 5 May 2006 I was driving my 2003 Santa Fe on the Freeway in So Ca in the far right lane in very light traffic. I was traveling at exactly 55 mph (on cruise control). It was 12:00 midnight. I saw the headlights of a vehicle to my left coming towards me. Since it was perpendicular ... Read More
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Re: Hyundai Quality [jcspohr]
I too along with my wife were very impressed with the 07 Santa Fe. The fit and finish is very high. I read a few articles complaining about this, but my anal eye was suitably impressed. The finish is Lexus-like. While I agree the new Mazda CX-7 is also very nice,and more sporty, it is about $7,000 more. The loaded FWD V6 (244hp) Santa Fe in Richmond BC runs about $32,900 ... Read More
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Reality check for the 2007 Santa Fe
I have been following this thread for a while now and am quite disappointed on a few points. The 2007 Santa Fe is a feature-packed SUV and a great stride for Hyundai. However I do not understand all the negative views toward the previous body (2001-2006). I owned a 2002 Santa Fe GLS AWD for 4 years and experienced only a minor issue with brake noise from my left front caliper. ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Test Drives
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Test Drive in 2007 Santa Fe Limited AWD
I have just had a test drive of the 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and my impressions (totally subjective) are remarkably similar to those of the guy who did the test on Inside Line. The car I drove was a Limited 3.3 AWD. It is much quieter than my wife’s 2005 CRV EX or the Honda Pilot I tested, and it did not seem significantly different from the 2006 RAV4 V6. Handling ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Re: 2007 Santa Fe [arumage]
this is my first hyundai 2005 LX 2wd with sunroof.love the suv. the only thing about the 2007 that make me kinda of mad is t get the 6 disc changer you have to get the package with the dvd and third set. as is on my 2005 and the 2006 it is standard. drove it and love the way it handles. if you will look in the front console you ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV4 vs Mazda CX-7 vs Ford Edge
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Compared 07 Santa Fe and Bought CX7
My last 2 purchases were Hyundai's, including a 2005 Santa Fe. Went to trade in my 2003 Tiburon on the 07 Santa Fe, and didn't like the offer I got. Was driving by the Mazda dealer, saw the new CX7. Took it for a test drive and drove it home. This is much more sporty to drive than the Santa Fe, and better, Mazda beat the trade in offer on my ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Re: 2005 hyundai santa fe [jimsist]
Sounds like some of the early production gremlins that I've heard were on the 2006 Sonata. They could definitely use a little bet more quality control with the interior at the new Alabama plant.
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2005 hyundai santa fe
first non amercian car i ever bought .looked a the toyota highlander and just out of my price range.have had it almost a year the only thing i,ve had wrong was the glass latch on the back door and the radio. now to the new 2007 hyundai santa fe .found one that i realey liked at my deale it was a gls with the package of headted seat sunroof and etc.but ... Read More
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CLEAR OUT THOSE 06's. Make room for the 07's!!
I was at my local Hyundai dealer in Minnesota, and they still had about 5 - 2005 Santa Fe's and about 40 - 2006 Santa Fe's. This dealer will not give out the incentives needed to clear these vehicles out before the new 07 model comes out. If they keep this up, they will never sell them when the 07's come!
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Pre-Course Trainig and Certification [mike_belkna
So let me get this straight... Our illustrious Hyundai technicians are being trained using incorrect material. Doesn't say too much about the program. The company is lauded for its top quality yet doesn't pay attention to these somewhat important details. On the other hand, I have a 2005 Elantra hatchback and haven't had any reason to bring it in for service. Great car...no problems...no repairs. Yeah, I'll stick with 'em. Like ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2006 and earlier)
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Re: 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LX 4WD heater issues [cowgirl120]
If you have the automatic climate control (on LX models)it is possible the head unit is kaput..this is the brains and nervous system for the system. It inputs the desired temperature,(the temp you key in on the display) then based on the ambient, or outside temperature, verses the interior temperature decides if the heat...AC...or some mix is needed. These temperatures are monitored by both inside and outside sensors, I seem to ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LX 4WD heater issues [jman83]
I know EXACTLY what you are talking about. I have a 2004 Santa Fe, at about 18K miles the heater started acting really stupid. First, this summer, the air/heat was off and the unit started clicking and the air (heat actually) started blowing on and off all by itself. Thank God my mother-in-law was in the car with me to witness it. Got to the dealer, turned the car off - ... Read More
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LX 4WD heater issues
I have 20,000 miles on my '05 Santa Fe and just recently I had my first issue with it. When I turned my heater on, it stayed on regardless of what buttons I pressed. I could adjust it to AC/defrost, the location of where the air comes out, etc. But the airflow was at full blast and would not shut off!! Anyone know what could be causing this? I have checked ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Santa Fe
I don't know about the 2006 Santa Fe, but we just bought a 2005 with all the great rebates. We saved a ton and we have almost all of the bells and whistles to boot. We have the 3.5L V6 engine, which in my opinion was the only way to go as opposed to the 2.7L. I think personally for the money we saved with all of the little extras, it ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe [dc_calif]
Im also considering this......very nice vehicle and competitive price......(see testdrives in all terrains in the japanese site)..so far best SUV sales in Japan in last quarter of 2005 1stQ 2006. warranty: 10 years powertrain and 5 years in all the rest.... Coming to America this summer.... http://outlander.jp/
Hyundai Santa Fe Owners: Meet the Members
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Re: Happy new owner of 2005 Santa Fe GLS 3.5 [marathon1]
Hey Paul, Im in Hamilton and just bought a 2006 Santa Fe. I bought it at Mountain Hyundai here in the HAmmer and paid, taxes included 31,000 and change.Thats Auto/Air/Etc. Ive only had it for a couple of weeks but i love it. Hope ive been of some help. Ernie :)
Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe [navigator89]
I am the happy owner of the Santa Fe 2001 and when I have seen first photos I decided to buy new Santa Fe 2007 next year! Here are some very nice photos of the outside and inside of the new Santa Fe 2007 from one Russian internet side: http://spbcar.ru/news/archive/2005/11/23/1606
Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 and earlier)
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Re: HUH! My build date on my 'new' 2005 Santa Fe is 12/8/04 [LDegrelle]
It probably did not get to the dealership until March. I wouldn't worry about the oil. We have had some cars (not Hyundai's) celebrate a birthday on our lot.
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2006 and earlier)
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complaints about jerks, delayed etc acceleration
For at least a few years the Santa Fe 3.5 liter, and maybe the 2.7 by now, have had a "drive by wire" throttle system. This means that the throttle pedal and throttle body are NOT directly connected by a throttle cable and every twitch by your foot isn't transmitted to the engine. While that method has been in use for around a million years and while it produced more or ... Read More
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2005 Santa Fe Delayed Acceleration
Greetings All, I recently bought a 2005 Santa Fe in April of this year. I got the 3.5 V6 engine. I have experienced delayed acceleration since day one. I brought it back to the dealer 3 times already and they even acknowledge the problem but say there is no fix for it and is a characteristic of the car. Hyundai is absoulutley no help. In fact last time I spoke to ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 and earlier)
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Am I the only one
who thinks that the photo lokks like someone put the car in a vise and squeezed the left and right side together??? From the article: "Also evident from our spy shots is the change in design direction for this upcoming version of the Hyundai Santa Fe, due out toward the second half of 2006. The company has more or less replaced the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe's awkward lines with a more ... Read More
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Subaru Forester vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Jeep Liberty vs Ford Escape vs Saturn Vue
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Re: Forester is also CU's top pick [oregonboy]
Yep, that's right: 1. Subaru Forester 2.5 X 2. Honda CR-V EX 3. Toyota RAV4 4. *Toyota Matrix XR / Pontiac Vibe (AWD) 5. Hyundai Tucson GLS (V6) *CR feels that these are good alternatives to a compact SUV, so its overall ratings are shown in this and the "wagons & hatchbacks" sections. The Subaru Forester is number-one for good reason: it's quiet, refined, practical, handles well, is economical, safe, reliable, ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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NEW SANTA FE
I HAVE BEEN LOOKING AT THE SANTA FE FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOW. I OWN A 2001 SONATA (4-CYL) THAT I REALLY LOVE. PICKED UP MY BAND NEW SANTA FE TODAY, AND GOT WHAT I FEEL WAS A DECENT PRICE. 2005-GLS-FWD-2.7 CYL ENGINE. PRICE WAS $17,229--OUT THE DOOR PRICE $18,600 TAX (7%) TITLE, PLATE, AND ALL FEES. I QUALIFIED FOR THE $1,00 REBATE, PLUS $2,500 OWNER LOYALTY. SOMEHOW, I GOT $5,195 ... Read More
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Re: WHAT DO YOU THINK????? [debelli]
Deb: That may or may not be a good price for a year old car, (2 years old in just 2 months). I would respectfully remind the dealer of that fact. The $1,750 incentive is available on ALL Santa Fe's, even 2005's. (Check the Hyundai web-site - www.hyundaiusa.com - I'm not very satisfied with the way Hyundai in doing business in this area. I tried to get an honest price for ... Read More
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Subaru Forester vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Jeep Liberty vs Ford Escape vs Saturn Vue
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Leg Room
Yes, it's max front, min rear. In other words, they put the front seat all the way back. This measure hurts the Forester, which has the most front leg room in its class, and makes the rear seat seem smaller than it actually is. Here's some data to chew on, I posted earlier in this thread: ateixeira, "Subaru Forester vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Jeep Liberty vs Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute vs ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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No Haggle Tip
Hey, I was able to get $3,700 off the $23,300 sticker price (2005 GLS - 3.5 - 2WD) by simply handing our salesman a piece of paper. The night before we went to the dealership for the first time, we used the Hyundai USA web site ( http://www.hyundaiusa.com ) to look at colors and look for current offers. But, they also had a "Trade-in Appraisal" form, which I filled out. On ... Read More
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Spring sales event
Hyundai is advertising a "Spring Sales Event" on television in my area (Milwaukee, Wis.), though I cannot tell if it is a regional ad or a national one. They are promoting $3500 cash back on the 2005 Santa Fe ($2500 rebate + $1000 more if you qualify for the loyalty bonus). I have not been able to find any information on the Web about such an event. Nothing on Hyundai USA's ... Read More
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FOR MUSICANGEL
I don't know if that's a good deal or not - I was told deals can be different in different areas. When I decided on a SF I figured if I could find a 2004 that I could get a better deal. I found one 2004 at this one dealer and it had the moonroof and the 6 CD changer package in it. They had it advertised for this low-ball price, ... Read More
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GLS 2.7L/3.5L V6 Santa Fe in NJ
Where would I be able to get the best deal for a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.7L/3.5L V6 Santa Fe in NJ?
Hyundai Santa Fe Maintenance and Repair (2006 and earlier)
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2005 Tucson 2.0 Manual SAME as Santa Fe?
Howdy- Test Drove the new Base 2005 Tucsoon (5-Speed Manual) and was pretty impressed. Got @ 37 MPG (Hwy.) and liked all the "Included Options" for a decent Invoice price. My concern is that it's a NEW model of car. I've heard it's based on the Santa Fe, but not sure HOW CLOSELY. Anyone familiar with how they compare? 2005 Hyundai Tucson:GL Fwd 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M) Engine: 2.0-liter ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2005 awd buying experience
$20,668 for 2005 awd santa fe at guiffre hyundai, white plains, NY. Nice people, professional staff, great price. OTD price except for sales tax.
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Subaru Forester vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Jeep Liberty vs Ford Escape vs Saturn Vue
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Re: Comparison of small utes [carczar]
Well I just went through the purchasing process you've outlined and I chose the Forester. I drove most every vehicle you mentioned. I didn't care for drive feel of the Santa Fe, and the Hyundai (KIA) Serrano, regardless of the fuel inefficient V6. It was like driving a big insensitive buggy to me. I've probably been spoiled by the handling of my old 13-year old Integra but the Subie does drive ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Good Deal on a 2005 Santa Fe [sactoprof]
Can I ask why you would purchase an aftermarket warranty? Hyundai offers a 10yr 100k bumper to bumper which should compare favorably to any aftermarket plan.
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Good Deal on a 2005 Santa Fe
I just recently purchased a 2005 2.7L FWD GLS Santa Fe without any options (other than cross rails). It's got plenty of power. And I like the small changes they made in the '05 (e.g. grill, taillights, wheel spokes, rear bumper, seat fabric, and instrument cluster). I also liked the price: Invoice minus $600 plus $500 advertising assessment minus $750 rebate = $19,911 plus tax and license. I think that's pretty ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Owners: Meet the Members
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New 2005 Santa Fe
Good Day: I am new to this members forum. Have recently purchased a 2005 Santa Fe from Jim Pattison Hyundai in Naniamo on Vancouver Island, Canada. I have nothing but good things to say about the vehicle and the dealership. Would like to chat with other Santa Fe owners concerning their likes and dislikes of the vehicle. Talk to you later, Andy.
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Subaru Forester vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Jeep Liberty vs Ford Escape vs Saturn Vue
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Re: Forester vs. Outback vs. Liberty [mtngal]
These are all fine vehicles with somewhat minor differences. It's just a matter of which fits your individual needs the best. I researched all very carefully and drove each multiple times before eventually buying a 2005 Forester LL Bean (which is essentially an XS). I live in the Cleveland area so snow is a factor, but I mostly commute on interstates and a little off-roading. The Outback was really nice but ... Read More
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Re: 2005 Santa Fe [ahutcheson]
Outstanding. Thanks again. Personally, I've whittled down my choices to either a Mazda Tribute "S" AWD with the 200 HP engine, or the Santa Fe GLS AWD with the 3.5 engine. I've owned enough Fords to be pretty wary of them and the Ford engine in the Mazda still keeps me cautious, but at least it's been improved quite a bit. The big turnoff about the Santa Fe so far has ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 and earlier)
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Re: anyone know the cargo capacity [moonlitblue]
I kept the printouts from Edmunds "reviews & specs" when I was on my small SUV search, and here's a summary (I guessing that "luggage capacity" is with the rear seats up and ready for passengers): 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe: Luggage Capacity = 30.5 cu. ft Max. Cargo Capacity = 78 cu. ft 2004 Ford Escape: Luggage Capacity = 33.1 cu. ft Max. Cargo Capacity = 65 cu. ft 2005 Chevy ... Read More
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
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I don't know...
I'm hearing from other sources that there's definitely going to be a 2005 "refresh" to be released in September (just found out the release date). Here's the latest drawing... That grill looks like a slightly modified grill from the Kia Amanti. The stacked headlights are toned down versions of those found on the concept Hyundai Santa Fe Mountaineer.
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Re: [kirstie_h #20]
ok. for now we have to keep telling newcomers that it'll be the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, not the 2005 Santa Fe.
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OK, from what ive heard the second generation Hyundai Santa Fe will be model year 2006 not 2005.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
News about the 2005 Santa Fe is pretty sparse and is being eclipsed by the new Tuscon. So far, I've seen only two details: BorgWarner will supply the AWD system and the Santa Fe may be designated the Santa Fe CM (although the latter may not be for domestic consumption). Has anyone come across any details for the 2005 model? Will the styling change? Will the engine output remain the same? ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 and earlier)
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Re: Hyundai Tucson
It's a RAV4 sized mini-ute. I may be wrong, but it seems like I read that it was based on the next generation Elantra platform. Here's Edmunds take: http://www.edmunds.com/future/2005/hyundai/tucson/100370918/previ- ew.html?tid=edmunds.f.mmindex.content.num1.0.hyundai* There are rumors that the next generation Santa Fe (due in 2006-2007?) - to be built in Hyundai's new US plant - will be slightly larger with a third row. We'll be keeping an eye on this, especially if Hyundai keeps ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Getting '03 SF 3.5L Lx Fall '03 in Jz
I plan to get '03 Santa Fe 3.5L Lx AWD or 2WD no extras like Noddy! Hey Noddy, Thx. for NJ-dealer info response. My sister purchased '02 Sonata Lx loaded from Maxon Hyundai Union,Nu-Jz and still enjoy her ride that she call her Jagnata. Hopefully there's still a good surplus of '03 SF before '04 Santy crowd showroom floors. Also read that Hyundai will redesign 2005 Santa-Fe and bring over BIG ... Read More
Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 and earlier)
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It's just HAD a makeover.
There's a new 3.5L V6 available now. It comes with a 5-speed auto trans and a different AWD system. The AWD system may be a step backwards. From what I've read they've moved from a Subaru type viscous system (all wheels are powered all the time with a 60/40 front / rear torque split) to a Ford Escape / CRV / MDX style electronically controlled system where it's FWD only until ... Read More
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Subaru Forester vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Jeep Liberty vs Ford Escape vs Saturn Vue
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no title
A shiftronic is still an auto, with a lockup torque converter and all, plus fewer ratios (4 instead of 5). You still lose both fuel efficiency and acceleration as compared to a true manual. My Forester has an aftermarket moonroof, and yes it has a lifetime warranty, but it's not half the size of the one available on new Foresters. I'm green with envy! I seriously doubt Hyundai (or anybody) will ... Read More
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