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I'm sure the new Santa Fe will also tout "class leading safety". Time will tell if such claims can be substantiated. My guess is they will come up short. Give Hyundai another 2-3 years and they may be able to churn out what they claim they can.
I agree the Honda styling is a little conservative, however when safety and depreciation are factored in the Pilot is a very popular vehicle and a smart buy especially at current pricing levels just north of $28K for an EXL.
Mike
Afterall, the Honda is a great vehicle!
My $0.02...
Mike
One more thing. Since this vehicle has not even been 'first drive' tested by Edmunds or anyone else the early bashing for lack of these nice-to-have features seems rather puzzling.
If you're a little put off by the higher-than-expected price of the top-of-the-line Santa Fe, then consider a lower trim level or a maxed-out Tucson or Kia Sportage. Frankly, I think that those who so blandly state they'll purchase the Super Luxury EX Tricked Out Eddy Bauer version of any vehicle are 1) blowing smoke and won't even buy the brand, or 2) will wind up buying a more sensible trim level when the rubber meets the road.
Nope, just went to Ford's website. The Edge comes pretty well equipped. Base for base, there isn't much difference. The pricing gap isn't that great. I think the Sante Fe has a better interior while the Ford is much better exterior styling and engine. The Sante Fe also has Hyundai's recent quality record going for it. The Ford will probably do very well quality wise as well though as recent Fords have been pretty good in quality.
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Model Engine Transmission Driveline Retail
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 5-Speed M/T FWD $20,945
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 5-Speed M/T AWD $22,945
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 4-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® FWD $22,145
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 4-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® AWD $24,145
Santa Fe SE 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® FWD $23,645
Santa Fe SE 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® AWD $25,645
Santa Fe Limited 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® FWD $25,945
Santa Fe Limited 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® AWD $27,945
* Plus $650 freight charge
Now I own and use both NAV systems - an in-dash NAV in my Acura MDX and a portable Garmin for my Outback. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my Garmin and the directions it produces are better than the MDX system, but, the in-dash system provides the following benefits that the portable can never provide:
Larger size screen - my 45 year old eyes have trouble with the mini-screens on the portables.
Always there / always on - My portable usually sits hidden in my glove box and I have to pull it out and set it up when I need it - A real pain when I'm trying to navigate around a traffic jam. I hate leaving it sitting on the dash where it screams "steal me".
Integration with steering wheel controls - My hands never leave the wheel when I'm using the in-dash system and it's excellent voice recognition sytem (with a high quality built-in microphone, stategically located above the driver).
Integration with car audio system - The in-dash nav is totally integrated with the car's audio. It uses the front speakers while the rear speakers continue playing what they were. Sound quality is excellent - something that a portable with a $3 speaker will never match.
Integration with bluetooth - My in-dash system can use my cell phone to call any phone number listed for a restaurant, stored address, or POI. Again, my hands never leave the wheel and the voice quality is excellent!
Like I said - my Garmin does a better job at navigating, but the conveniences that the in-dash system provide can never be replaced.
Turning diameter: 35.8 ft.
Coefficient of drag, w/spoiler | w/o spoiler: 0.37 | 0.38
Minimum ground clearance: 8.1 in.
Cargo space, behind 3rd-row | behind 2nd-row: 10 cu.ft. | 78.2 cu.ft.
Curb weight, FWD/AWD:
GLS 5-passenger: (manual) 3,727 / 3,903
GLS 5-passenger: (automatic) 3,793 / 3,969
GLS 7-passenger: 3,892 / 4,068
SE/Limited 5-passenger: 3,846 / 4,022
SE/Limited 7-passenger: 3,945 / 4,121
Towing capacity:
With trailer brakes & tow prep: 3500 pounds
(SE & Limited); 2800 pounds (GLS)
W/ trailer brakes, w/o tow prep: 2000 pounds
W/o trailer brakes: 1650 pounds
I just wanted to add that there are differences between the SF and Edge when comparing base models ONLY that could be significant to some of us:
- Ford’s warranty is a speck in Hyundai’s rearview mirror:
-- Hyundai: 5-years/60,000-mi. basic, 10/100,000 powertrain, and 5/unlimited roadside assistance
-- Ford: 3-year, 36,000 bumper-to-bumper warranty
- For safety equipment: Edge does not have front active head restraints (whiplash protection), a tire pressure monitoring system, or electronic brake force distribution. All standard on SF.
- The SF has over 10 cubic ft more total cargo room than Edge (79.4 cu ft vs 68.7 cu ft) with the rear seats folded.
- Comparing the looks of each vehicle is whatever each person thinks - “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”. I wouldn’t say the Edge has “much better exterior styling” than SF. Personally, I think the Edge looks like a 5’1” weightlifter on steroids = not for me. Again, just my opinion.
Another [7-passenger + manual tranny] vehicle that comes readily to mind is the Mazda5. There may be others....
Mike
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Mike
Mike
anyone know about this?? is the gov't testing too unrealistic for regular type driving tip over?
i wonder if other suvs face similiar std issues as well
Other 2006 model-year SUVs that have tipped-up in the test include the Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Pontiac Torrent, and Saturn Vue.
The most important thing you can do to reduce your chance of rollover in any vehicle (but especially a pickup, minivan, or SUV) is to select a model with stability control. Head-protective side airbags are another important safety item to be on the lookout for - something that's also standard on this new Santa Fe.
Pricing in Canada starts at $25,995 CDN and ranges to $35,995 CDN.
Mike
Where did you get the canadian pricing?
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Guy
But, if you go to Google.com and type in "2006/7 Hyundai Santa Fe abes_cw," you might just get lucky. Especially on the 21st page of... ahem*... any hit that you may get.
[Hint, hint... ]
Mike
As far as the exterior goes, it will have the same wheels and foglamps as the Limited, the same grille and door handles as the GLS, and no rear spoiler.
I'll see what I can do....
Mike
GL 2.7l 185 hp 5 speed manual, FWD with the usual comfort features (a/t/c/pw/pl/pm/am/fm/cd/mp3 6spkr)
6 airbags, active head restraints
ABS with EBD, TC and ESC
$25995 plus DDE
add $1300 for 4 speed auto
GL 3.3l FWD 242 hp 5 speed auto
Telescope wheel, audio controls
$27295, add $1800 for AWD with fog lights
GL premium
Adds 3rd row, pwr heated seat, 18" wheels, electromirror w compass, leather wheel/knob
$31295 ($31445 with leather, no third row)
$33095 with AWD
GLS AWD, 3rd Row, Leather, auto HVAC, homelink, trip comp, chrome pkg, full carpet cargo area
$35995
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 5-Speed M/T FWD $20,945
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 5-Speed M/T AWD $22,945
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 4-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® FWD $22,145
Santa Fe GLS 2.7L V6 4-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® AWD $24,145
Santa Fe SE 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® FWD $23,645
Santa Fe SE 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® AWD $25,645
Santa Fe Limited 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® FWD $25,945
Santa Fe Limited 3.3L V6 5-Speed A/T with SHIFTRONIC® AWD $27,945
http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/06/22/012321.html
Also, does anyone know whether or not they will be offering leases right away? When I bought my Tucson when it was first released, they weren't offering leases right away, I am just curious if they will follow suite with the Santa Fe.
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Otherwise, it looks like the cheapest AWD model with the 3rd row is 33,095.........at least it's more reasonable than the Rav4's cheapest 3rd row model @ $36,370. The only area where the Santa Fe doesn't seem to measure up is fuel economy, though I haven't seen any official figures in Canada yet. If Honda's new CR-V doesn;t include a third row, then it looks like Hyundai & Toyota will be vying for our hard-earned cash.
What does your post have to do with this Hyundai Santa Fe thread? By the way, the Santa Fe doesn't exactly compete with either vehicles, as stated.
You've already seen the next CR-V - funny it hasn't been unveiled.
Jabbott
Mike
http://newsantafe.hyundai-motor.com/
I can't wait until I see some on the streets!!
GLS FWD M/T: $22,945
GLS 4WD A/T: $20,945
GLS FWD A/T
(4 SPEED W/SHIFTRONIC):$22,145
GLS 4WD A/T
(4 SPEED W/SHITRONIC): $24,145
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