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5 out of 5 stars

Pleasant surprise

skr3100, 12/27/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have to admit I had my doubts, but this suv has surpassed all expectations. It is a real pleasure driving this vehicle, especially since I traded in my old car and got this suv.

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5 out of 5 stars

MOVE OVER JAPAN

LAJ, 11/30/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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THIS IS THE BEST VEHICLE FOR THE MONEY & FOR DRIVING. HYUNDAI GIVES THE BEST OF EVERYTHING IN THIS VEHICLE. STYLING, PERFORMANCE, FUEL ECONOMY AND ALL THE EMENITIES YOU COULD WANT.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Drive, you decide!

Robertson, 10/14/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Prior to purchasing this vehicle, we looked at Subarus. As I was on my fourth and was very pleased with the vehicle. I did a lot of research on both vehicles and we felt as far as value goes, we could not go wrong with our purchase of a 2003 Santa Fe LX AWD. The warranty told us that the Company was going to be here down the road. Hyundai Industries, has a lot of money behind them and as soon as they find their niche in the marketplace, you will find this vehicle, retailing for at least 3000.00 more.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

MY SANTA FE

IZZY, 12/30/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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THE DRIVERS SEAT COULD BE A BIT MORE ROOMY AND MORE LEG ROOM. IF I HAVE A BEVERAGE IN THE CUP HOLDER MY RIGHT KNEE IS RIGHT UP AGAINST THE MUG OR BOTTLE. ALSO THE RADIO DOES NOT HAVE ENOUGH BASS.THE SOUND COULD BE MUCH MORE FULLER, ESPECIALLY SINCE IT'S CALLED "MONSOON".

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Midnight Madness

Big Dee57, 11/01/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

The reason I chose this SUV is because it is easy to handle and it drives just like a car and besides that it is so easy to shift and the stereo system is outstanding. I really love the way it handles on the highway, so smooth and flows so easy over the roads. I wouldn't trade my Santa Fe for nothing.

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5 out of 5 stars

LX: Worth the small increase in price

Magellan, 12/30/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Hundai, like Toyota did years ago has held down the price in order to build acceptance. This is an excellent value for a compact SUV and comes with the best warrenty I know of.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

MY SANTA FE

RADIOANNOUNCR, 01/01/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I OWN A 2003 HYUNDAI SANTA FE LX 3.5L ALL WHEEL DRIVE WITH A SUNROOF. ITS HARD TO BELEIVE THAT HYUNDAI CAN PUT SO MANY OPTIONS IN A VEHICLE AT SUCH A GOOD PRICE. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A WOOSIE TRUCK. ITS GOT GOOD LOOKS AND PLENTY OF TINTED GLASS. HIT THE GAS AND YOU ARE AIR BORNE. WITH THE MOONSOON SOUND SYSTEM CRANKING 218 WATTS YOU CAN HEAR AND FEEL AND ENJOY EVERY BEAT. SOFT LEATHER SEATS. "DRIVING IS BELIEVING."

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4.63 out of 5 stars

6 Year report

Kadaro, 01/11/2010
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Love the car @ 125K miles. only history to report is Velocity sensor gear failed, P/S pump and lines fail/rust prematurely. Almost impossible to replace P/S pump yourself. Must use hyundai oil filter or you will have engine knock after sitting overnight. Window antenna is garbage on 2004, improved at 2005.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

2003 santa fe 3.5 awd

pss, 09/24/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Vehicle has very slight lag on initial acceleration to about 2200rpm and then it's very good. Ride is firm- seating very comfortable. Slight reflection of dashboard in windshield and of rear brake light under some lighting conditions. Gas mileage about 13 mpg under suburban non highway driving. Engine smooth- trans shifts smooth and not overly active.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my Santa Fe

CarolyninOhio, 11/12/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This has the smoothest drive I have ever had. Love it!!!!

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