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4.75 out of 5 stars

We Love our Sante Fe

sabbybg, 02/21/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my wifes vehicle and her 3rd Hyundai. She reports that this is the best vehicle,meaning safety and fun to drive, than any other we have had. I am so impressed with the Sante Fe, that I will no longer buy my Sable LS and want a Sante Fe as well.And I have never liked SUV's. I have always been a sedan guy.Imagine my surprise.This is a great vehicle and you cannot beat the warranty.As a loyal customer, my wife was actually able to get a 100,000 mile bumper to bumper coverage. Talk about Driving without worries.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Best SUV for the Money

DonP, 11/29/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I researched all the available SUV's that I could get for less than $30k. The Santa Fe is a solid car with many features that I like. So far no major problems at 17,000 miles. I did have to have it into the dealer FOUR times for emission problems. RV mirror came loose, and rear window defroster does not work. LIKE: Good power, solid handling, many features such as heated seats, sun roof. DISLIKE: Door arm rest are hard as a rock and very uncomfortable. Why? Horizontal buttons on the console are too easy to push accidentally - very irritating. Rear seats do not fold down flat, reducing utility.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love mine!

mommy2zoe, 02/28/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is an afforadble car that is so worth the money! It's roomy and comfortable and fun to drive!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Hyundai Santa Fe AWD 3.5L

hbtx2, 02/16/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The car is a great value for the money. It comes with every possible bell and whistle for about $22,900. I now have about 13000 miles on the vehicle. When delivered, the car had a transmission leak. The entire transmission had to be replaced. It was replaced with little or no resistance from the dealer or the manufacturer. There have been no other problems with the SUV which is very enjoyable toown

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Best SUV EVER!

MissGimpie, 02/05/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my Santa Fe! My parents have one, and when I was looking for a new car, I thought nothing else besides buying my very own one. GO BUY ONE!

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2 out of 5 stars

HYUNDAI DOESN'T CARE!!!!!!

MISTY FITZGERALD, 05/05/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

WARNING!!!! DO NOT, I REPEAT DO NOT BUY A SANTA FE. I HAVE A 2001 SANTA FE THAT IS NOW GOING IN FOR SERVICE FOR A FOURTH TIME IN 10 WEEKS AND LESS THAN 5000 MILES.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Lots of Trouble

Cloudy625, 02/15/2004
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had nothing but trouble with my Santa Fe. Since the day I bought this vehicle, it has been in the shop approx. 15 times. It's constantly a sensor, other problems. It has even slung a rod already and had to have the engine replaced. This is not an exaggeration. ANd the dealership that I have to deal with on service is just terrible. They hate me and I hate them. lol

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4.63 out of 5 stars

My Santa Fe

Liz, 03/17/2010
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had my Santa Fe for (4) years and overall it has been a good experience. The vehicle has been reliable with no major maintenance work required. It is fun to drive and just as stylish as some of the more expensive SUV's on the road. My ownership experience was always very good when I dealt with Arnold Hyundai never had a problem. I went to Suburban Hyundai in Troy, MI after Arnold Hyundai moved far from my home. I do not like that dealership, so back to Arnold (Victory) Hyundai I go!

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2.88 out of 5 stars

5 speed Transmission

HC, 11/13/2003
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I'm less than impressed with the shifting, especially from 1st gear to second. It is not precise and hesitates before shifting. Dealer said this is normal for this car.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

My First SUV

jonabgood, 10/29/2005
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This was my first SUV, my prior veh was much smaller. This is easy to get in and out of, great for grocery shopping and hauling kids around. The seats could be a little more comfortable for long trips. Overall, I stay local with the car and absolutely love it!

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