2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 4WD

Pros: Power, room, ride quality, quietness, warranty
Cons: STYLING, handling not the best

Most people who buy an SUV will never venture off-road or tow a heavy load. They might need the interior versatility of an SUV, and like its image, but they do not need its heavy truck frame. Over the past few years every major manufacturer has ...

Pros: Shiftronic, Monsoon stereo, quiet ride, space for size, fuel economy.
Cons: Annoying cruise control, needs more power, it is an SUV (I like cars).

While on vacation in Colorado, I had the chance to drive a Hyundai Santa Fe. Everything, from look, to feel of this car is not what I expected from a Hyundai. It wound up being a very enjoyable drive. My first complaint comes from the engine bay. ...

Pros: Value for your dollar, GREAT warranty, great handling in bad weather
Cons: the styling makes it a bit of a pain to wax

I purchased a Santa Fe 4WD LX, 3.5L after some considerable shopping around for a vehicle that would be good in the snow and one that would offer me great value. I was fresh out of college with a new job, and I needed something that would get me to work ...

Pros: Comfortable seating (even in back seat) and excellent gas mileage for an SUV.
Cons: Would love to seat 7 passengers...

I have owned my 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe for just over a year now and I believe it may be the best vehicle I have ever owned. I had not heard much about the Santa Fe before I purchased it, but have noticed since that there are tons of Santa Fes on the road ...

Pros: You wouldn't believe it is a Hyundai
Cons: I was trying to find one..... but, I couldn't

After reviewed JD Power servey results, I shoped around and test-drove several SUV's to find The One. Reason I bought Santa Fe is......
1. Car itself blew my mind up
2. Hyundai has longest warranty with roadside assistance at 0 deductible
3. Other brand's price range was ridiculous
4. Santa fe has most advanced 4WD system and safety features
5. It was most fun to drive than any other SUV's in it's class (It was better than some of 50K SUVs)
6. My insurance cost was the cheapest among SUVs

Pros: Best priced for its class. Quality through and through.
Cons: The air control lighting is really bright at night.

I was reluctant at first about buying a Hyundai just because of its seemingly "cheap" reputation. However, I decided to get the Santa Fe after comparing it to others in its class. Not to mention any names, but this is the best deal as far as price. The fuel economy is good too. I have been completely satisfied with this vehicle so far. In fact, we also ended up purchasing a Tiburon for my wife.

Bottom line: I love this vehicle and have completely changed my view of Hyundai. I am now a customer for life.