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Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 and earlier)

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#3849 of 4482 gator 28 Kia Sorento by tsberkey4

Dec 31, 2002 (9:55 pm)

Yes, it is a nice vehicle, but please remember one thing: the Santa Fe is based on a car platform (a "cute ute", if you will), while the Sorento is on a truck frame. The ride and the mileage will both take a big hit because of this. What you need to ask yourself is how much serious four-wheeling are you going to do? If your needs our light, like ours, choose the Hyundai. We have had our 2002.5 Santa Fe since May, putting on 15000 miles in the process. We absolutely love it and wouldn't hesitate to buy another one if we could afford it!!! Good luck with your decision.

#3850 of 4482 Mileage? by jci1

Jan 01, 2003 (8:40 pm)

Can you owners please list what you have been getting in mpg? Also let me know if it's a 2wd or awd. Thanks!

#3851 of 4482 trouble in nyc by godbrova

Jan 01, 2003 (10:04 pm)

i am trying to purchase this black/silver gls w/sun/abs. i have discussed cost with several dealers so i decided to goto one dealer who agreed with my offer of $22,000, including tax and destination. well to make a long story short i did not get my santa fe yet. i got in the dealership and got the run around. the manager that helped me tried to sell me the car without the sunroof or abs. i am sitting there, i look at my wife and newborn daughter and i say that is like selling me a car without airbags, let's get outta here. guess it is time to go outta town.

#3852 of 4482 Mileage To jci1 by lrchome

Jan 02, 2003 (9:58 am)

I have a 2001 LX 2WD,and I live in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. I average between 22 and 23 miles to the gallon,in surburban driving,and 26to27 mpg on the Interstate. I have 22,500 miles on the Santa Fe.

#3853 of 4482 by Stever@Edmunds HOST

Jan 02, 2003 (10:53 am)

That's great Lrchome, even better than the EPA estimates. You must have the right "touch." I guess flat roads help too....
 
Steve, Host

#3854 of 4482 price for icehawk 5 by dthompson6

Jan 02, 2003 (12:17 pm)

The price you quote seems like such a sweet deal. what part of the country do you live in? I am from Maine and having a hard time finding the one we want. We would like the GLS,Abs,AWD roof rack and tow at least. of course would get the LX if in our price range. The dealership could locate one and said $22,199 though not sure on roof rack. Seems high. Didn't seem to want to go lower than 24 for the 2 lx they had on lot. Slim pickings up here. Any suggestions? Also does anyone have the gold/sandstone color? Are you happy with it? that is what the one the located is.

#3855 of 4482 reputable service by mj14

Jan 02, 2003 (3:09 pm)

Looking for a reputable dealer in the Nassau County area of Long Island, NY. I believe My fathers 2002 Santa Fe (bought in August) has a transmission and electrical problem I will be handling this problem for him and am not familiar with the Valley Stream or Hempstead Service departments. Someone also mentioned Huntington which will be about 3o minutes away but will be worth the trip if they are better. Thank you. First time posting and any information will be appreciated!

#3856 of 4482 car buying made easy by jci1

Jan 02, 2003 (4:01 pm)

For those who want to check out a no hassle approach to pricing, try this link. You will see what they have in their inventory and the list and the invoice prices on each vehicle.

http://www.fitzmall.com/carfind/search.asp

Then just scrool down to Hyundai Santa Fe and press GO!

PS: The discounts offered on other makes seem to be substantial, much more than the Hyundai discounts. And no I do not work there, I just think it's a really cool way to shop!

#3857 of 4482 re: price for icehawk5 (dthompson6) by icehawk5

Jan 02, 2003 (7:06 pm)

dthompson6:
 
What part of Maine are you in? Coincidentally, I am also from Maine. Grew up in North ME and then my family relocated to Portland, ME area.
 
I now reside in Northern, CA in the S.F. Bay Area. I purchased my Santa Fe in the Bay Area from a friend that works in the business.
 
Good Luck with your search! The Santa Fe is worth the effort.

#3858 of 4482 Dear Godbrova and Hyundaima by lovescoach

Jan 02, 2003 (9:09 pm)

O.K. Lots to answer.....On the gas mileage it does seem to vary last we checked we were about 22 hwy and 20 city. We have owned 3 Saturns and have had excellent luck with all 3. I and everyone else assumed I would purchase the Saturn Vue. I started and exhaustive search driving SUV till I was test driving in my sleep. I wanted to like the Vue. The interior looked like plastic and I was not impressed with the drive. I drove them all. I made my husband drive them with me. I am a sales Rep and spend time in my vehicle. I slid into the Sante Fe and it just felt right. It drove and handled so well. It is a loaded LX. Did it over the internet. Got them to add the woodgrain and poly coating for $23,500. Did pay taxes. Its amazing I have had people stop me and ask how I liked it. Mine is the sandstone had lots of compliments to answer your question

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