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Used 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

So far, better than expected

Biff, 07/20/2010
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I looked at the Ford Escape (no power), the Honda CR-V (less than no power), Jeep Liberty (no legroom) and was pleasantly surprised with the Santa Fe. I looked at it 8 years ago and it was a gas pig then. It now has a six-speed transmission and the V6 actually gets only 1 mpg less than the 4-cylinder with a ton more power. I read reviews that some people weren't happy with the mileage. My tests: driving hard on the highway: 22-23 mpg, going 40-50 mph to work: 28 mpg, 35- 40 mpg on flat surfaces: 32 mpg, combined: 24-25 mpg. The interior and sound system are far and away the best out there. Very quiet. No winter yet, but awd got me through a flash flood just great. Absolutely a good choice.

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4 out of 5 stars

Jury is out

m. smith, 11/16/2010
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have owned my Santa Fe since 5/10 and have 15k on it since then I'm happy to say that i've not experienced any of the transmission problems others have. I do have a service appointment next week to fix a problem with the rear door locks, they stopped working when using the key fob. I'm a bit unhappy with all the doors and door hardware on this vehicle in regards to quality and am unsure how it will hold up over time (not optimistic). Other than that I'm happy with the driving experience and mpg.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Bad transmission

kkellycoco, 07/29/2010
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Do not buy this car! I only have 8,000 miles and the transmission is faulty. Hyundai will only put a refurbished one in and not a new one. Many other Santa Fe owners are having the same problems, stay away from this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Honda Girl Turned Hyundai

Krystal, 08/03/2010
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My first non-Honda car and I am impressed. This SUV appears to have a smaller trunk space than I am used to but not a show stopper. There are a/c vents on the sides of the door in the back, which causes the air to circulate better than being on the back of the center console for the back seaters. The ride is smooth and I don't hear the thumping sound that others are complaining about. I do have a concern with the exterior door handles as they seem like they aren't too sturdy. All in all, I am very pleased!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Value Price

Jac, 08/02/2010
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Second Santa Fe, wife still owns 2005 which has had no problems in 5 years. Excellent value for the money. A lot more sportier look, better acceleration and improved gas mileage make it a winner.

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