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Used 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
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2003 Highlights

For 2003, side airbags become standard equipment for every Santa Fe. New this year is Homelink and a Monsoon sound system with a six-CD changer -- these are standard items on the LX, and the audio upgrades are optional for the GLS. There is a newly available 3.5-liter V6 which will be offered in addition to the 2.4-liter inline four and the 2.7-liter V6. The 3.5-liter engine replaces the 2.7-liter unit and is now standard on the LX as is a new five-speed automatic transmission.

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Pros

  • Reasonable price, super warranty, roomy interior, long list of standard features, solid construction.

Cons

  • Underpowered without the 3.5-liter engine, unusual styling won't please everyone.
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Used 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV for Sale

Hyundai Santa Fe 2003 GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Canyon Red Gray114,091 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:$3,990
Est.Loan: $82/mo
Frederick Auto House
27.8 mi away
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Fair Deal!
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Hyundai Santa Fe 2003 GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A) Nordic White Gray216,000 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:$2,000
Est.Loan: $41/mo
Branch Avenue Auto Auction
36.3 mi away
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Hyundai Santa Fe 2003 GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Pewter Gray109,632 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:$3,998
Est.Loan: $82/mo
Auto Land Inc.
48.1 mi away
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Dealer Notes

CLEAN IN AND OUT , RUNS GREAT.

Pewter 146,942 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:$3,380
Est.Loan: $69/mo
Jones Junction Hyundai(1)
67.6 mi away
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Pewter 125,344 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:$4,800
Est.Loan: $98/mo
Toyota of York(23)
78.3 mi away
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Artic Blue 197,287 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:$2,500
Est.Loan: $51/mo
Bill Talley Ford(2)
98.2 mi away
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Dealer Notes

*Newly acquired vehicle, more pictures and description coming soon!!! Call Rachel or Taylor for more information. **(804-746-2000)*

Black Obsidian 110,657 miles
Used 2003Hyundai Santa FeGLS
List:Not Listed
Fairfax Hyundai
15.3 mi away
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Features & Specs

Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)GLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)LX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
MPG20201820171717182017
Seating5555555555
Transmission4-speed shiftable automatic4-speed shiftable automatic4-speed shiftable automatic4-speed shiftable automatic5-speed shiftable automatic5-speed shiftable automatic5-speed shiftable automatic4-speed shiftable automatic5-speed manual5-speed shiftable automatic
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Horsepower138 hp @ 5500 rpm173 hp @ 6000 rpm173 hp @ 6000 rpm173 hp @ 6000 rpm195 hp @ 6000 rpm195 hp @ 6000 rpm195 hp @ 6000 rpm173 hp @ 6000 rpm138 hp @ 5500 rpm195 hp @ 6000 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    DriverNot Rated
    PassengerNot Rated

  • Side Crash Rating

    OverallNot Rated

  • Side Barrier Rating

    OverallNot Rated
    DriverNot Rated
    PassengerNot Rated

  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings

    Front SeatNot Rated
    Back SeatNot Rated

  • Rollover

    Rollover3/5
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
  • Side Impact Test
    A
    Acceptable
  • Roof Strength Test
    Not Tested
  • Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
    Not Tested
  • IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
    Not Tested
  • Moderate Overlap Front Test
    G
    Good

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Great Used Car for Teens & College!
Bought a 2003 Santa Fe with 125K GLS 2.7L for my son his senior year of HS, he took it to college...had to replace a rear trailing arm & a coroded battery cable, other than that I did the timing belt, plugs & wires, new tires, and most fluids. GREAT car for the money, love the styling (its now a classic), modern interior, and perfect for teens and college age kids for room and safety. Decent sound system, side airbags and lots of metal, smooth ride and quiet engine...you can do a lot worse, just stay away from the 4-cylinder.
2003 Santa Fe LX 2.7
My wife and I bought it with 60,000 miles. We had a couple of minor issues right of the bat that the dealer didn't 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 wasn't great. But would definately buy another one.
I love my 2003 Hyundai Santa FE GLS 2.7 liter
I bought my 2003 Santa FE brand new. I now have 175000 miles on it. I have had its maintenance done regularly which has included the timing and serpentine belt twice, replaced the battery once, 2 sets of front brake pads, 1 set of rear brakes pads, and replaced one set of tires. This has been absolutely worth the money I have spent for the car. Some of the 'problems' that other reviewers have posted are not problems but regular maintenance items. Everything thing wears out people and may need to be replaced! Some of the fuel economy issues can also be attributed to poor fuel quality. If you put crap gas in your car it will cause problems first with poor mpg's then eventually emission issues.
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Used 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV Overview

The Used 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV is offered in the following styles: Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A), GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A), GLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A), LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A), GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A), GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A), LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A), LX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A), Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M), and LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A).

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