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STEPHANIE S.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/05/2024
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Love my Hyundai

I absolutely love this SUV. Even though it's an older model, it performs better than a lot of other newer vehicles that I have ridden in. I am sold on Hyundais! When I do upgrade, it will be another Hyundai SUV.
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EUGENE P.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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12/24/2023
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Great vehicle when it works - Prone to severe rust issues and poor reliability

This is a challenging vehicle to review because I really like this SUV but just cannot recommend it to anyone to purchase used. First the pros: I really like my Santa Fe for its smooth ride and excellent visibility. It is easy to park and has an attractive body shape. It can carry a ton of cargo and has sufficient power to go fast if needed. It is great in the snow. Now the cons: Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the first generation Santa Fe to anyone due to terrible paint/clear coat, unacceptable subframe rusting (dangerous) and poor reliability overall. I have replaced nearly all of the front suspension parts, full brakes, master cylinder, crankshaft sensor, starter, fuel pump, and a slew of other expensive parts. The radio is possessed and turns on when it feels like it. I have been towed more times in this vehicle in two years than I have across three prior vehicles over 20 years. Overall reliability is just terrible for various unrelated (and critical) parts. In sum, avoid this old vehicle unless you want a money pit that could become a safety hazard without active maintenance. I am only maintaining mine because I invested too much into it already. I would be surprised it if lasts me 2 years before needing to be scrapped due to safety concerns.
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Steven B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/30/2021
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Very satisfying vehicle toown

We have owned since brand new off dealer’s lot. Live in snow belt area. Wife drives it to and from school. Has always felt very safe in vehicle in the worst of heavy snow storms and ice storms. Have faithfully done proper maintenance on vehicle and have spent very little in additional $ other than normal wear and tear. This has been one of best value buys in our life time and I am 70 years old.
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STEPHANIE S.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/24/2021
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I love my car, but...

I really like my car, and I would not hesitate to purchase another one. The only problem that I have with it is the internal makeup of the car and where certain things are located. The location of certain parts can sometimes make repairs a little bit costly. Other than that, I have no complaints about my car.
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BRYAN G.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
01/16/2021
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Santa Fe 2.7 V6 FWD

Purchased it used with ~170k miles for $520 and fixed the exhaust, AC, and eventually a new "used" transmission. I can fit my mtn bike in the rear with the seats folded down. I like the higher view ride and it was a great price used. I would not pay more than $750 for a similar year with miles as the transmissions will likely go out at 150-200k miles, but cheap for a new transmission installed for $1300 (by my local mechanic with 6 month warranty).
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Don L.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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02/14/2020
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Enjoying my Santa Fe

I bought this little old SUV after reading positive reviews. So far so good, replacing worn suspension parts is an acceptable cost for safe operation. I would buy a new one from my appreciation of b this 2002 model showing 185k miles. Only bad thing was visiting the local Hyundai dealer. It would have been the most horribly expensive repair choice.
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Steven B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/06/2020
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great vechicle

Have owned since bought new. Wife drives it locally to and from work. About 20 miles daily. Live in lower MI and about 7 walking minutes from Lake MI. Get all kinds of bad weather in winter. Heavy lake effect snow, ice storms, heavy winds, etc. tracks very well, etc. have about 160,000 miles on it. No major expenses other normally wear and tear. Will probably sell next year and buy another Santa Fe now that we have 4 grand kids under 4 years old.
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Creusa B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/08/2019
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Reliable and durable

I've had my Santa Fe since September 2002 and it's still going strong. Unfortunately the paint if fading and some of the original parts are just wearing out. I'm considering buying a new one some if I can get a great deal.
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Edward C.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/20/2019
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Excellent SUV

I have this SUV since 2002. Now it’s over 170,000. This vehicle is excellent and handle well. Just worked little bit on it and now run better like brand new. I like to keep it for long time and maintain it.
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CATHERINE M.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/29/2019
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My best car ever

My Santa He will be 17 years old on April 39th. This car has never disappointed. Repairs made to my car have been the usual wear and tear than anyone expects. My mechanic agrees that the car still drives and rides well. Couldn't be happier except the coating on the body has pretty much peeled off. My only negative.
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Cindy R.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/11/2019
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Love my 2002 Hyundai Sante Fe

My sante fe has over 194k. Can’t afford another vehicle. however I love it! My 2002 has done well! As a matter of fact I still see many on the road in my area. Would consider buying another if that becomes possible
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Janice H.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/31/2018
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Fantastic

Our Santa Fe has served us well. Not only is it reliable, it is a pleasure to drive. We have driven it a lot and have taken it on many cross country trips. It still looks like new and continues to get compliments.
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Steven B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/27/2018
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very positive

My wife drives it to and from school. We live in a major snow belt area & area of major over population of deer. Being the car sits up higher she can see better in AM darkness for deer. Due to wider tires she feels safer tracking thru snow and for stopping safely with relative ease.
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Stacye B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/06/2018
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My Santa Fe is the best truck that I have ever purchased. I would like another new one same model.

I love my Santé Fe because it is 6 cylinder and I want another 6. I like the new 2019 but I am not so sold on the colors. I like choices and there are not enough for me right now. I will keep looking until I find the right one for me for the right price and options and note. But, I love my truck because it does not drive like a truck and I can park it with ease. I need a strong pick up for traffic here in the Metro DC area. That is why I bought a V6 in the first place and it is still good on gas. I might just keep it and have it painted, I love it so much!! Hard to give it up even for anew one!!
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David W.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/02/2018
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2002 SantaFe

A great solid vehicle . I can see why it had a 100,000 mile warrantee. Very dependable, corners well, excellent acceleration, and roomy inside Great styling and workmanship. The paint job is exceptional for a vehicle of this type
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Dorothy B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/28/2018
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i really like my Hyunai

I really do not know any more to say, other than i like my Sante Fe. This won't let me send until I hit 200. I may have paid too much for this SUV, but if I did, well it is too late to complain now. I almost did not send this, as i did not know what you wanted to know, so mabe next time just leave the review out
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Tajuana F.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/19/2018
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My type of car

I love the Hyundai Santa Fe I currently own a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe and so badly want to upgrade to a 2017 or 18 they are very dependable nice Vehicles smooth riding with the room that I need. perfect
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Lillian B.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/18/2018
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Tee

Great customer service! I bought my car preowned. The only problem that I had was the alternator being replaced twice, along with the window motor regulator seems to have problems. Other than those no problems.
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Kelly R.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/10/2018
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DIE HARD HONDA FAN BUT SATISFIED WITH THIS HYUNDAI

This car was a gift from my mom which was purchased brand new 16 years ago. It's had a pretty good history. I've sold Honda and owned MANY Hondas. This car has helped me stop looking down on the other 'H'.
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RODELLO S.
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
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04/15/2018
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Goldielocks - My First Car!

I love my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe! Very dependable and it gave me wider options for my job hunting than I was with my bicycle. Goldie as I named her coz she's gold in color helped me in driving my father to his check ups and my other errands. Very reliable car! My first car and I got my driver's license with her as my behind the wheel test vehicle!
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