Used 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Santa Fe SE
Coco, 06/30/2008
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am very pleased with this vehicle. I read the online reviews, did research and its great. I have averaged 24.5 miles per gallon, not bad for an SUV. Very comfortable, smooth and quiet ride. Excellent vehicle with a great warranty.
I'm in Love
Hyundai Lover, 11/19/2008
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
When my wife and I wanted a compact SUV the usual suspects were top on our list. Toyota, Honda, and Nissan were our first choice. But with one look at the New 08 Santa Fe and I was in love. The comfort level was out of this world. The seats are supportive yet cozy. The SE model came with the upgraded fabric which is soft and well appointed. Controls are laid out well and are easy to reach, especially with the steering wheel mounted controls. The cool blue gauges are easy on the eyes and nice too look at. Handling is also sharp and responsive. Looking at the reflectors for the reading lamps you will see that even the smallest details on this ute are polished and refined.
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First time SUV owner
new oner, 07/28/2008
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This SUV is not perfect, but it's 4 to 10 thousand less than the Rav4, Highlander and Pilot. Not as powerful as the Rav4, but on par with all of them. I've got the SE 3.3 V6 and I've been averaging about 21 MPG in stop and go commuting. 5 issues that I've noticed so far. 1) Only lowing the rear windows sometimes causes a percussive booming against the back window. 2) No aux input or easy way to connect MP3 player to stock stereo. 3) Manual lumbar and height adjustment are worthless. 4) Seat Height adjustment lever is right where I place my behind when I get in. This might break over time. 5) Front window sill where the wipers park will fill with snow. Overall, these are small issues.
Bad Transmission
steph, 05/18/2008
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
I agree with all the other posters as there is a definite problem with this transmission design. It does not function properly when cold. It is absolutely stupid that Hyundai would put a vehicle on the market with this transmission design. They knew this problem existed and stuck the fools (like me) who decided to purchase it. Never again. I will never buy another Hyundai. This is not a trustworthy company.
Glad I got it
denvertrakker, 05/09/2008
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm a little over a month, and 1500 miles from purchase, and I'm a happy camper. This is one of the nicest vehicles I've ever owned - better than my Acura, Subaru, Nissan and most everything else. (Well, my 'Vette was more fun) I have had no concerns with the transmission as a few others have. I've gone on a few trips, including up into the high country in Colorado, and the car is a delight. Comfortable, stylish, convenience features galore, decent sound system, and never less than 22 MPG. Ya just have to drive thoughtfully, folks! All in all, an excellent experience.