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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe User Reviews

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 7 reviews

  • Performance:3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars 3.6 / 5
  • Appearance:3.4 out of 5 stars3.4 out of 5 stars3.4 out of 5 stars3.4 out of 5 stars3.4 out of 5 stars 3.4 / 5
  • Build Quality:3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars 3 / 5
  • Overall:3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars3.6 out of 5 stars 3.6 / 5

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Philippe writes:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Review
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sturdy and reliable with lots of airbags

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leg room for driver and passengers.

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Good Family Car, — this is my wife's car. its too small for me to drive. not enough leg room. it still drives nice, but i also drove the new 2008 santa fe, and boy what a difference. the 2008 drives like an azera. would switch in a blink. but we are stuck with financing, and the new model destroyed the retail value of the old santa fe. still its a 4x4 and my wife loves it.

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Syed Muddasir writes:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.7L Review
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good on gas for a little SUV

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only a 5 seater I know its not a mini van

45

My Little Santa Fe — have it for 6 months now. took one 500 mile trip. got about 22 mpg on the HWY & 19 in the city. Acceleration is ok for 2.7 L. handling not up-to my expectations. Overall like it the way it is. Would definitely recommend it to my friends.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Ibrahim425 writes:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5L Review
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not a cosly car

Cons

not a rigid car

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My Hyundai Santa Fe — Actually it is not a bad car but it is not for long years of use The quality of production is not so high, it can not be compared with the German or Japanese cars. It's spare parts are cheap compared with the other's. Acceleration is good, the break system also good,A.C is good.

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Lisa writes:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5L Review
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Comfortable, LOADED comfort and safety-wise, cute car, fun to drive, versatile.

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Braking system isn't what it should be, materials less than optimal.

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Comfortable Car, Just Not Up To Snuff In Quality. — This car's got everything you could ask for and it is so comfortable and quiet to drive! But Hyundai skimped on the material quality and so in the year and a half I had this car I had two accidents (due to brakes not working as they should) and a host of squeaks by the time I traded this one in.

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Kerry writes:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5L AWD Review
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stereo

Cons

too many repairs!

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Ok, Just Ok — tired of repairs. just had brakes done a year ago no they need it again? comfortable to drive and plenty of storage room in the back. it has good acceleration. it also has a good factory stereo. but agin, too many repairs in the last eighteen months that I've owned it- brakes, cracked distibutor cap, new spark plug wires, new tires.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Jon writes:
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looks nice

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made of tissue paper

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Its A Hyundai — not as reliable as other 4x4's in its price range, i can get more durability out of a tissue box.

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Michael writes:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5L AWD Review
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handling, lots of room, luxury package

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has a weird scoop to the hood that took some getting used to

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Small Suv — plenty of power and great looking. handles well

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Cost $8,614 Average Instant Market Value $8,980 Average Instant Market Value $8,758 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 23 25 20
Horsepower 200 140 192
Crash Test Rating 5 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 30.5 22.7 31.7
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.60 42.1 42.6

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews

The Best Suv I Ever Owned By pizzadoc

free oil changes, washes. Henderson Hyundai is the best. Service is prompt ,knowledgeable , can you believe it HONEST. every thing about this car is enjoyable, from the comfy seat to the HEATED STEERI... Read More

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews

Sad That The One Bad Thing Outweighs All The Good. Update! By cagib

In general I love the (2012) car, but the fact that it is seriously underpowered is making me trade it in. There simply is no power!! I have the 2.4L AWD automatic transmission model and there is sim... Read More

Great Value By jetboy

I replaced an 02 Caravan with the Santa Fe and miss the space I had. This vehicle gets much better mileage considering the power available. It is fun to drive and great value. Have 2 yr extended warra... Read More

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2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews

Great Value, With Lots Of Power And Fuel Economy By robdavisjr

Very powerful and responsive and I have achieved 28 mpg on a 3 hour road trip. My wife really likes the size, large enough to feel roomy inside, but easy to manuver in parking lots. Love the Bluetooth... Read More

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2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews

The All Arounder By hoppy71

great all around and cant beat the cargo layout. Lots of amenities Fun for the whole family and especially the driver! I would suggest this car for the utilitarian as well as the driving enthusiast. ... Read More

Nice Vehicle If You Want Something Affordable, Dependable, And The Best Warranty Around. By J.J.

Loads of pep, and the gas mileage is pretty decent with the V6 and the AWD. There is a nice option to lock the transfer case for true 4WD. The 18 inch wheels look good, until you have to buy tires, ... Read More

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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews

Okay Vehicle By Rainy114

This has been an okay car. Previous car was rx300 2000, so I was used to a smooth ride. This just doesn't accelerate the same way. I wish it had more pick up and better options fpr convenience. - b... Read More

An All Around Great Family Car. By greburn

Great family car. Get the larger 6 cyl engine. There is too much hesitation when you punch it on the beltway. Handles great plenty of room for people and cargo. Very easy to manuver and park plus t... Read More

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