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4.88 out of 5 stars

Santa Fe

John Salvatore, 01/16/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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The auto is comfortable to sit in with power to move. The sound system is great. The gas mileage is ok; could be better, but it's not bad.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Good car

CR, 01/20/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Had my Hyundai for a few months now and am loving it. There are a couple of things I wish were a little different but overall it is a nice small SUV. The interior and exterior are really nice and I love the way it drives.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Smile

Niall, 05/18/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have had absolutely no problems with my Santa Fe during the first year of ownership. It has a well thought out interior for space and is a comfortable long road trip experience.

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5 out of 5 stars

Hyundai Santa Fe

Dave , 02/10/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Love it! Thought it would be small after having an extended van. Like the inside and love the stereo - great for in traffic concerts. Great vehicle. The warranty is great and the standard features are excellent.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Santa Fe 2005

Frank, 01/07/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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Excellent value for the money. Good overall quality and fun to drive. Many extras that would cost more on competitive models, plus you cannot beat the warranty and free roadside assistance.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Ya Gets What Ya Pays For

Scott, 02/20/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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For the money, you probably can't go too far wrong here, but overall this is probably just an average SUV for its class. The exterior styling is a bit radical for some tastes, but it does stand out well in a crowd, and doesn't have that "shoebox on wheels" look most SUVs have. The handling on the 4WD model is a bit mushy, and the fuel economy isnt great for its size, but it does have enough zip when you need it. I've found the seats less than totally comfortable on long trips, but otherwise the interior is decent. The reliability has been good so far, and the warranty is unbeatable. Overall, while not outstanding or overly impressive in any one area, probably still a great bargain for the money

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Hyundai Got It Right

Les, 02/19/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe LX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The car was presented at the dealership in flawless shape (except for a burnt out map light bulb). I have purchased new Toyotas and Hondas over the years and the fit and finish on my Santa Fe is just as good and the price can't compare. Thousands cheaper than the comparable Japanese models and a bit more stylish by my taste. The 3.5 liter engine has more than enough power and the ride is firm and comfortable. This car is the best in its size class.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Disappointed at mileage

Darrell Colonius, 02/19/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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Seems like a pretty solid car and handles very nice. But I do not like where the heater and air conditioner controls are located. You have to take your eyes off the road to adjust because they are located so low in the compartment. For the size, the gas mileage is terrible.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

best yet

dave smith, 05/30/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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it`s all we ever wanted in a car and more the more we drive it the better we like it. we get about 25 mpg hwy! I also have a pickup is the reason for the low milage. all i can say is its a good auto!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wonderful SUV, can't do better

myhook, 02/23/2005
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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We test drove a lot of small, mid SUVs. Had a Jeep Liberty nearly blow up on the road from a gas leak, loved the RAV-4 and CR-V. Finally went to Vermont to see the Santa Fe; wow this car beat all the others on the first drive. Has everything you want, front wheel drive, with all wheel drive sending power to rear wheels when needed, V6 to tow our boat, great styling and interior, KILLER stereo, THIS VEHICLE ROCKS. It has the best feature I've ever seen on an SUV, a shiftronic system to allow down or upshifting at any time (such as on a hill pulling a boat). Bought the car on the first test drive and I've never bought before without at least two trip to the dealer to haggle over price.

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