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2008 Hyundai SANTA FE consumer reviews

$21,495–$24,495 MSRP range
side view of 2008 SANTA FE Hyundai
(84 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.4
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This car is ok, I would never purchase again

I have owned this car for almost 4 years and I have driven the car for almost 5 years now. I really like the car altogether, the interior is very easy to use and easy to master. I have noticed that the more mileage I put on the car the more expensive my repair costs are going to get. It currently has almost 140,000 miles and I have had a lot of problems with the transmission and the alternator. I am purchasing a 2015 Nissan Murano to replace my Santa Fe.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Hate that we're selling it

This car fit every single need we had. Great on gas, comfortable, dependable, and roomy. Perfect for getting to work, school, gym, grocery, and everywhere in between.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Bought used, great condition. Love it!

Bought this car used from a great used car salesman - yes, I said a great used car salesman! Fred at J-Linn in Clearwater, FL. We love it. Sturdy, roomy and comfortable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun to drive and decent power

I like the vehicle a lot, but I just wish it had a bit more pickup and go. The 3.3 ltr engine is good, and all wheel drive is fabulous. Overall I think its worthy

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Hyundai SantaFe Review

It's pretty advanced for a 2008 Hyundai. It's got dual-zone A/C, Sirius XM radio, etc. However, it's not the prettiest car. The styling is average, and the interior is what you'd expect. But, it's very reliable, and it doesn't break down very often. So, if you want an average-looking yet reliable car, then this is the car for you.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Quite reliable and comfortable car.

I?ve owned this car for a couple years now and have experienced very few problems with the vehicle over this time period. This is a reliable car, great for families and long road trips.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Outstanding car

Over engineered and under appreciated it ran smooth all its life of over 10 years with me never had a problem except it?s nav unit which was replaced under warranty

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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What A Valuable Car!! Sharp and Low Maintenance!

You can't go wrong with this vehicle! I have owned one for over 6 years and it still looks, drives and runs like new!! Very minimal maintenance required over the years! Has always been super reliable! Great gas mileage and value stays in it! What more can you ask for in a vehicle?!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Price

This vehicle is perfect for my family right now. I needed something with 3 rows to keep my kids separated (anyone with multiple kids knows the headache of 3 kids squished into just 1 row of seating). The car has great room and good amenities for us. I do wish the seats moved down differently, and we do a lot of getting in and out, and we have to constantly be folding the seats down, but that is just something we will need to adjust to.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Decently good vehicle, however...

The Santa Fe is a decent vehicle. However, over the past 9 years, I have spent money on mostly electrical issue. Recently, the vechicle had lost power and died. This is the 4th time I have spent money on an alternator; a design flaw because it can not easily reached, therefore, can not be easily repaired. I do not believe I will purchase another Santa Fe.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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