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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Features Review

July 14, 2008

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Pleasing is the best way to describe the interior
MyRide.com

rear-seat entertainment and XM radio
Car and Driver

all trim levels are well-stocked
Edmunds

Reviewers found that the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe offers many features and trim packages to fulfill any discerning buyer's needs.

Edmunds indicates for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, "all trim levels are well-stocked with standard convenience and safety features." MyRide.com concurs, saying even the base model includes "realistic-looking (but faux) wood-trim accents across the width of the dashboard, surrounding the shifter, and along the door panels."

Cars.com discusses the three trim lines, the "base GLS, midlevel SE and top-of-the-line Limited." The GLS model comes with "16-inch alloy wheels, 112-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers, rocker panel moldings, heated power side mirrors," and much more. Cars.com also notes that an "optional DVD player for the third row, dual climate zones and fan controls for the second and third rows" are available.

MyRide.com says in the Santa Fe, Hyundai offers "a 605-watt Infinity Logic 7 audio system is now standard on ... [the] Limited" along with a "power sunroof" while the "navigation system is optional." If you want to add the third-row seat and rear AC, Cars.com states, "buyers must choose the SE Touring Package."

All of the features above come at a price, albeit a decent one on the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. Cars.com indicates that the GLS Model "starts at $21,150," the "SE model ... begins at $24,150," and the "Limited model...has a base price of $28,100."

Conclusion

The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with or offers features for everyone at a remarkably low price.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Pleasing is the best way to describe the interiorMyRide.comrear-seat entertainment and XM radioCar and Driverall trim levels are well-stockedEdmunds Reviewers found that the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe offers many features and trim packages to fulfill any discerning buyer's needs. Edmunds indicates for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, "all trim levels are well-stocked with standard convenience and safety features." MyRide.com concurs, saying even the base model includes "realistic-looking (but faux) wood-trim accents across the width of the dashboard, surrounding the shifter, and along the door panels." Cars.com discusses the three trim lines, the "base GLS, midlevel SE and top-of-the-line Limited." The GLS model comes with "16-inch alloy wheels, 112-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers, rocker panel moldings, heated power side mirrors," and much more. Cars.com also notes that an "optional DVD player for the third row, dual climate zones and fan controls for the second and third rows" are available. MyRide.com says in the Santa Fe, Hyundai offers "a 605-watt Infinity Logic 7 audio system is now standard on ... [the] Limited" along with a "power sunroof" while the "navigation system is optional." If you want to add the third-row seat and rear AC, Cars.com states, "buyers must choose the SE Touring Package." All of the features above come at a price, albeit a decent one on the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. Cars.com indicates that the GLS Model "starts at $21,150," the "SE model ... begins at $24,150," and the "Limited model...has a base price of $28,100." ConclusionThe 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with or offers features for everyone at a remarkably low price. 2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE STYLING | [8 out of 10] Automobile.com: "does a pretty good job of looking expensive" Cars.com: "well-built, affordable, stylish, and easy on gas" MyRide.com: "looks fresh, shapely and attractive" Reviewers across the board appreciated the 2008 Hyundai Santa ...

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The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe lands in an interesting middle ground between more compact crossover SUVs such as the Toyota RAV4, and mid-sizers such as the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot. The Santa Fe is easier to park than those mid-sizers while boasting a more settled ride on the highway than the compact competition--though beware that the firm suspension is choppier than the norm on rough city streets. The Santa Fe's third-row seat feels bigger than the one offered in the RAV4 and works in a pinch for kids.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By Cat K #1, Posted: 5/15/2009

    Don't buy a Santa Fe

    If the dealership closes like mine did those "cheap" oil changes and the great warranty are no good. My next "closest" dealer is 2 hrs away. My NEW car already has been in 1X with an electrical prob and now it has died. The engine light and ESC light came on and then it gave up on the hwy. The window squeaks and the sun roof leaks. Look for another make!!!! For this price u can get something better.

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