Used 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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After 3 months we really like it
Tim, Woburn, MA, 02/28/2017
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
84 of 85 people found this review helpful
We were looking for a mid-sized SUV to replace our 2004 Toyota Highlander which we loved. We test drove the new Highlander and thought that was hard to see over the dash and the engine lacked power. We investigated the Honda Pilot but it looked huge, was really expensive and the dealer wouldn't budge much from MSRP. The dealer actually bragged about the fact that they sell near MSRP. So we decided to try the Hyundai Santa Fe even though we had never owned one before, based on internet and Consumer Reports reviews. I had previously driven an older Hyundai Santa Fe model as a rental and had liked it. So we picked out the Santa Fe SE with the Premium Package based on features/price and found a local dealer in Massachusetts. They gave us a great quote over the Internet, just a bit over invoice price. You can still figure out dealer invoice prices using a site like MSN Autos. Don't bother using sites like True Car, they basically give dealers a lead on your business and not the best price for you. We did much better looking directly at dealer sites. The Hyundai dealer was great, very helpful in all aspects of the purchase. All the features we got with the Santa Fe would have easily cost $10K more on the Honda Pilot. We've had the Santa Fe about 3 months now through the NE winter. The AWD is excellent in the snow and the V6 is really powerful on the highway. It cruises at 85 mph easily. We've driven to northern Vermont, and Maine. It has a very comfortable quiet ride. Not sure why other people were complaining about wind noise I haven't heard it. The rear and 3rd row seats split to allow you to put skis in, very useful as you can still get 5 people in the car with skis. Kids in the 3rd row only though. The ride is not super sporty but it has a good road feel. The safety features are excellent. Rear view camera and proximity warning systems on the side mirrors work great. My only minor complaints are that the electronic dash system is a bit complicated, the front seatbelt clips are a bit low and I don't like the feel of the leather steering wheel. Also, you can only listen to the radio about 10 minutes without the engine running, the it shuts off. I think I will get used to all these issues over time. Overall the Santa Fe is an excellent SUV choice, I definitely recommend test driving one.
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Great SUV
Jonathan Boots, Rochester, NY, 09/03/2020
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We purchased this vehicle, used, about four months ago because my wife was expecting our second child and we needed more space. Because we haven't had it for very long, I can't comment on the reliability, but I can say that it has been a great vehicle for us so far and we love it. Pros: -Great interior. -The 2017 model adds Apple CarPlay (and the Android Equivalent) as standard. -Comfortable 1st and 2nd row seats (Haven't tried the 3rd row). -Handles well. -Great acceleration. -Excellent gas mileage. So, per the EPA this should get only 24 mpg highway, yet I frequently get over 28 mpg on the highway ....and I tend to drive fast. -Lots of space behind the 2nd row. (We can easily fit a stroller on one side with groceries or luggage on the other.). Cons: -With two car seats, the third row is basically inaccessible and there is not enough space in the second row for a normal adult to comfortably sit between them for more than a short ride. If you don't have infants or toddlers, this is a non-issue, though. -The drive control buttons (mode, AWD lock, ESC off, etc) are located behind the turn signal in a spot that you can't easily see. Granted, you probably won't be using these on a regular basis, at least not while driving. -Under specific conditions, the traction control will kick in when it doesn't need to. It's not a big deal but it can be annoying on occasion. -The AWD system is not as robust as some competitors like the Highlander. -In 2017, Hyundai dropped the heated seats as a standard feature.
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Fantastic vehicle
John, Township of Washington, NJ, 07/03/2019
updated 07/13/2023
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought this 2017 used with 40,000 miles. Now at 73,000 car has performed flawlessly including several long East coast road trips.Love this car, will definitely think Hyundai when replacing it.
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Good Medium Priced SUV
Rick cloutier, Cotuit, MA, 09/10/2016
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 18 people found this review helpful
My second Santa Fe. Had first one for 8 years. Highly recommend.
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Best Vehicle I have ever owned.
Billy, 06/29/2023
Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought it Brand New and now have 124,000 KM on it. I haven't even done the breaks just minor repairs. I just love it after 6 Years and I am sure it will give me another 6 Years if I live that long. Im in my 80th year and am very happy.
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