Hyundai Santa Fe Change Vehicle

"I complained about stalling and then rapid acceleration very early and was not able to get a satisfactory answer. Later Hyundai made a software change the helped but I still had intermittent problems. The problem with the stalling has now practically disappeared."

"Has great acceleration. very good handling ability."

"This SUV has a pretty rough drive but its not a luxury car. I do like the acceleration and the handling is good in the mountains."

"It has V6 and has huge get up and go. Easy to tow a camper."

"Good power with V6"

"The engine threw connecting rod. There was a recall on this engine and the dealer did not tell me about the recall, nor, apparently analyze the engine for the problem."

"For a 6-cyl, this model year has outstanding acceleration even in mountainous terrain, and delivers excellent gas mileage. After this year, both Santa Fe models had worse mileage. Handling is very good, even on winding roads."

"The v-6 has plenty of power for acceleration and never seems to be trying too hard. Handling is excellent for a SUV in this price range."

"The car accelerates slowly--it is a 4 cylinder--but it cruises very smoothly and the transmission does a good job of selecting the right gear on hills and under load. It handles very well and corners without too much lean. It stops well and always seems to be under control."

"It accelerates quickly to get up to speed onto a highway. It handles well on the roads and does not roll much when turning."

"dependable. Another note - the drivers side headlight must have an issue b/c I replaced it within the last year and it is out again now."

"Accelerates very well, but uses a lot of gas"

"Both are impressive in my 2012 and my previous 2007. Always feel confident and in control. Acceleration is immediate and quick."

"Accelerationand handling both good."

"Short wheel base and top heavy., not a sports car..."

"Lots of good rebates."

"Ongoing issue with dropping gears when at a certain speed in certain situations. This is a known problem with this car but the dealers dismiss it. Can be a hazard as car shifts into coast when changing lanes at @ 40MPH on the highway."

"The Santa Fe soars up mountain highways. It handles really well. I like the back windows too--I can see out of them."

"Noisy when driving in traffic"

"It rides like an old truck."

"The car is great on all subjects"

"excellent power and excelleration"

"It has the 3.5 V6 engine. It has extremely good acceleration and handles very well."

"For a 4 bagger it's quick"

"The acceleration is decent, however, the Santa Fe feel too light and tingy for a crossover"

"There are blind spots caused by the back seat backs that make it more difficult to back up as compared to other vehicles I've driven (i.e. sedans and mini-vans)."

"4 Cylinder engine is adequate but not over powerful."

"This is a front wheel drive car. When you "jump" on the accelerator, the front end literally "fishtails", because the drive power is uneven to each front wheel. In some cases, this could cause the driver to lose control. My 2003 Mazda Tribute also has front wheel drive, and actually more horsepower than the Hyundai. However, the full power acceleration is even to both front wheels, and the car is much more stable..."

"accelerates with ease."

"The initial acceleration is touchy. The Santa Fe does not accelerate smoothly. No matter how carefully you try to accelerate, it has a tendency to "leap" off the starting line. Annoying. It also has a tendency to roll after putting it in park. We took it to the deal or and they did not seem to see it as an issue. I have never had a car roll this much after putting it it park."

"Seats are comfortable. Noisy suspension"

"The seats have no lumbar, terrible on long drives, road noise is ok and the ride is good."

"I am tall I need more legroom"

"Poor seats"

"There is too much road noise and as the vehicle gets older, the worse it becomes."

"noise while driving has become more noticeable over time although nothing seems to be wrong with the vehicle"

"Seat are too small. Also, very firm."

"The ride is excellent regarding maneuvers cornering, and controlling the car. I feel very confidant driving in it. Road and wind noise could improve. Tire noise and rough ride over bumpy roads can be annoying."

"Drivers seat could adjust further back"

"LITTLE ROUGH RIDE ON SECONDARY ROADS"

"Quiet, seats"

"I found the head rests to be very uncomfortable in that they were pitched to far forward...I turned them around backwards to avoid neck strain...I’ve found this to be very common in many new cars."

"Seats are comfortable and the ride is satisfactory; however, there is lots of noise from the suspension and larger bumps or potholes are not handled well."

"Seats are very comfortable and easy to adjust. My wife is short and she loves the way the seat elevates to give her a better line of sight. Seat heater is very soothing in the colder months."

"Very quiet ride, seats provide good support"

"Seats are very comfortable for short and long trips. Noise is average for an SUV. The ride is just about perfect."

"Previously I have driven for many years a Lincoln Town Car. The ride was MUCH smoother, of course. Now if I'm hauling anything that could vibrate at a stop sign, the stuff really rattles. The bumps in the pavement are very obvious to passengers."

"Comfortable for a midsize Nd I’m 6’3‿"

"Very comfortable cabin & stable ride"

"Seat does not go high enough for me and I have to use a cushhion so I can see."

"The most comfortable seats I've ever had in any car. Long drives, no problem, and I have a bad back! Even my passengers comment on the comfort of the seating. The ride is smooth and, for an older car, amazingly quiet"

"plenty of road noise even with new tires. the passenger seat had to be replaced due to the air bag sensor going out. drivers seat soft foam going away packing down not as soft."

"for a person of my age and stature (6ft, 200lbs) getting in and out of the car is an issue. this car offers a comfort level that meets those needs, and provides a comfortable ride and decent climate with easy to adjust controls. road noise is average at street and highway level. rear seat passengers (2) have plenty of leg and head room with easy access. center of the bench is only suitable for a smaller person or child."

"Driver's seat will not go back far enough. Otherwise, comfortable."

"Heater fan failed couldn't drive for a week awaiting new motor installation"

"The power drivers seat is great. The lumbar support is perfect."

"There is a significant a punt of rod noise when driving. The air conditioning works but it never gets cold to the point where I need to turn the air off or down. It also takes a long time to het up in the winter."

"Unless you are the driver, this is the most uncomfortable vehicle I have ever ridden in. Seats are hard, head rest is like a rock. At highway speeds there is a high-pitched squeal like a hearing aid that needs to be turned down. As a back seat passenger, it feels like Mr. Toad's Wild Ride and there is no leg room for the tall person in the back. On the plus side, the heated seats are quite nice."

"A bit noisy. A bit short and top heavy but has not been a problem."

"There is nothing bad about the Hyundai cars this is our third one and we loved all of them never a problem and my 2004 looks and runs like new. One also has to maintain a car to keep it in good running condition"

"Everything about the car is good except for the ride...its terrible. You feel every bump in the road, even small ones; which is why i wont purchase this or recommend it to a friend."

"The Santa Fe ride feels somewhat like a truck"

"seats seem a little to firm to the point of not being very comfortable"

"Climate control is too controlling. I cannot seem to have fresh air flowing without having to worry about what temperature setting is. For example, when entering into a rain shower that drops the outside temperature, the system will start blowing warmer air to reach the previous temperature setting. I cannot seem to disengage the temperature setting."

"Front strut springs started making noise while turning, fixed myself with some lubrication."

"The Santa Fe handles well on the road, doesn't roll much, and handles well in wet road conditions. It is reasonably quiet inside, and you can store a lot of items in the cargo area."

"Very fine auto - decent acceleration even in mountainous terrain, very good gas mileage, very comfortable, roomy inside, virtually no mechanical problems. Well worth the money relative to similar models. Unfortunately, in the next model year, Hyundai made the ingenious decision to move to two models of Sante Fe, one smaller and one much larger, with neither getting as good of mileage as this model year. Bad move."

"It has been a very reliable car. It has enough room to carry luggage, bicycles (inside car) & golf clubs for 2 persons. Good driving view and enough clearance to drive through snow on flat surfaces (would have liked to have 4 wheel drive for driving on hilly roads in winter..."

"Not made with top quality parts. Too many things replaced which should last longer"

"the fuel mpg is very poor I stay in the 9-11 mpg around town. on a long trip no stops have had it in the mid 20s. the seating room is so tight that I can't have a baby car seat behind the drivers or passenger seat we have to put it in the middle."

"We shopped around for similar vehicles but this one was $5K to $10K less for vehicles with the same features, power and handling. It's really hard to beat the value of a Hyundai. Which is why this is the second Hyundai we've bought."

"A highly reliable SUV for the price. No major items to repair after 122,000 mi"

"I priced other SUVs and the Hyundai was the most reasonable. I have put on 60K miles and have never had a mechanical problem. Cost of maintenance has only been routine and required for warranty."

"Thousands less than a Toyota and great reliability"

"Need a place for my purse and want an automatic open tailgate when approaching the car"

"Competitive with higher priced SUV’s"

"Great value no problems"

"Overall value is far superior to any other car I've owned. Best car purchase I've made."

"The car has performed very well. We have had a noise issue with the steering system which after a recent fluid change seems to have finally corrected itself. It took over a year and about 15 days in the shop to correct this. Hope it stays that way.Otherwise the car has been a very good buy. A little heavy on tires.Good on Gas.Have done several long trips and enjoy the ride and handling."

"I bought it used so I got a fairly new vehicle that will retain its value for a reasonable price"

"Mileage was inaccurately portrayed."

"Economical"

"I always liked how it looked but it is still looking good even after 4 years. It is holding up very well."

"This was the sell-off of the old style hyundai Santa Fe, I much prefer the newer style"