2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Summary & Specs Review at Automotive.com
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Review: Summary & Specs

Below is a full, detailed review and road test of the 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe written by either the experts at New Car Test Drive or by one of Automotive.com's very own. A full evaluation of the driving experience, price, equipment, and specs are here in ...     read more
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

Bigger V6 adds to the charm of this inexpensive SUV.

2004 Santa Fe Review Summary & Specifications

The Hyundai Santa Fe is fun to drive, particularly the V6 front-wheel-drive models. The optional all-mechanical four-wheel-drive system improves traction in slippery conditions, but places a burden on the 2.7-liter V6 engine. The all-wheel-drive system available with the 3.5-liter engine should work better. The standard four-cylinder engine works best with the standard manual transmission.

All Hyundais come with one of the best warranty/service plans in the business: 10 years/100,000 miles on the powertrain, five-years/60,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, five-years/60,000 miles on corrosion, and 24-hour roadside assistance for five-years with unlimited mileage.

The Hyundai Santa Fe is worth a test drive if you are already considering the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Honda CR-V, Suzuki Grand Vitara or Toyota RAV4. Take a look. You might like what you see.

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• Lineup
• Walkaround
• Interior
• Driving Impressions
• Summary & Specifications
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Specs
Vehicle CategorySport Utility Vehicles
EditorTom Lankard
Model LineupHyundai Santa Fe 2WD ($17,999); GLS 2WD ($20,599); GLS 4WD ($22,499); GLS 3.5L 2WD ($21,999); GLS 3.5L 4WD ($23,499); LX 3.5L 2WD ($23,999); LX 3.5L 4WD ($25,499)
Engines (standard)3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6
Transmissions (standard)5-speed automatic with Shiftronic
Engines (optional)138-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4; 173-hp 2.7-liter dohc 24-valve V6; 200-hp 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6
Transmissions (optional)5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic with Shiftronic override; 5-speed automatic with Shiftronic override
Safety Equipment (standard)dual front airbags with passenger-presence detection, front side-impact airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners
Safety Equipment (optional)ABS, traction control
Basic Warranty5 years/60,000 miles
Assembled InUlsan, South Korea
Manufacturer Phone1-800-826-CARS
Manufacturer URLwww.hyundaiusa.com
Base Price MSRP17999


2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPHyundai Santa Fe GLS 3.5L 2WD ($21,999)
Standard Equipmentair conditioning; six-speaker AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo; power door locks, windows and outside mirrors; overhead console; first aid kit; tilt-adjustable steering wheel; front passenger seat under-storage tray; 60/40 split reclining and folding rear seat with folding center armrest; four under-floor cargo area storage areas; leather-wrapped steering wheel; power steering; tachometer; five-speed Shiftronic automatic transmission; in-glass radio antenna; fog lamps; ABS with traction control
Destination Charge590
Options as Tested (MSRP)none
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested22589
Layoutfront-wheel drive
Horse Power200 @ 5500
Torque219 @ 3500
Fuel Economy16/22
Wheelbase103.1
Length/Width/Height177.2/ 72.7/66.0
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius37.1
Seating Capacity5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.6/54.3/41.6
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room39.2/53.9/36.8
Trunk Volume77.7
Payload
Towing Capacity2800 (with trailer brake)
Front Suspensionindependent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear Suspensionindependent, multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Ground Clearance7.4
Curb Weight3737
Stock Tires225/70R16
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc with ABS
Fuel Capacity19
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe