Hyundai Santa Fe 2007+

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  • jpanozzo1jpanozzo1 Member Posts: 50
    In regards to buying, always wait till the end of the month as all dealers try to boost numbers to receive future allocations. Dealers within a brand name also are in competition with each other for bragging rights..doesn't sound like a big deal but it is. Additionally, salepeople on commissions receive greater incentives as the number of units they sell increases. They will cut a special deal at the end of the month to boost them into a higher commission bracket...sometimes they are just 1 or 2 units away from that mark. The other time to buy is during bad weather. If you can get coordinate bad weather at the end of a month added with an unusually slow month (like around Xmas)...bada bing, a home run. And its a good deal for all involved; the dealership gets the extra sale, the salesperson gets a higher commision, and you get a great deal.

    Joe in Texarkana
  • arumagearumage Member Posts: 922
    My assumptions on ride stiffness are based on a 2005 Sonata so I guess I'm really out of the loop though. :)
  • mike_belknapmike_belknap Member Posts: 378
    Just a small note: the review was written by Consumer Guide, as Consumer Reports hasn't bought one yet (to my knowledge - I can ask one of the engineers, though).

    :)

    Mike
  • autoodysseyautoodyssey Member Posts: 10
    The only 2007 Santa Fe's I have seen so far have had light interior, yet the Hyundai web site shows darker interiors are available. Has anyone seen any SF's at dealers with the darker interiors?

    Lee, Texas
  • jcspohrjcspohr Member Posts: 97
    I test drove an 07 Limited last week and it had the grey interior. The dealer I was at in Southern Illinois had 7 or 8 SF's and about half were grey, the others beige. These are the only two colors I believe.

    The grey is pretty light IMHO. In fact it was around 8:00 PM and it was hard to tell which color interior the vehicles had unless you opened the doors and looked. And then the beige and the grey looked pretty similar.

    JCS
  • graycargraycar Member Posts: 11
    JCS,

    What color did you think the wood trim was with the gray interior. I only saw one from the outside one day peering thru the glass. It looked like a wood grain pattern, but it also looked gray in color. Were my eyes deceiving me?
  • autoodysseyautoodyssey Member Posts: 10
    On the Hyundai web site, it shows a black interior, at least for the Limited. But no one seems to have this in stock, at least so far.

    Lee
  • lasberrylasberry Member Posts: 12
    Fellow Enthusiasts

    I had a chance to test drive an '07 SF GLS this weekend and let me say, Boy! :blush: The hype surrounding the vehicle, in my humble opinion, is well deserved.

    Exterior
    Drove the powder blue with the beige interior. The pictures don't do it justice. Also, saw one in person yesterday and it is a head-turner.

    Interior
    It was nice on the inside. The beige interior was well done. The center stack was not cluttered (a bonus). I'm about 5'8.5" and I had more than enough room in the back behind the adjusted driver's seat.

    Performance
    I was so excited to actually test one that I didn't get a chance to enjoy the ride but I did notice a few things. I enjoyed the absence of any cabin noise, loose suspension, and truck-like feeling.
    In Oklahoma, we have some of the worse roads in the region. I drove quite some time in the vehicle and the bumps smoothed out under the tires. During acceleration, the 2.7L seemed slightly loud but that's probably because I did not have the stereo on. My wife loved it!

    Pricing
    Mike B has been on this since inception and was right on the nose. MSRP is still standing strong. Listen to Joe in Texarkanna and wait a little bit. I, personally, will wait until next summer to grab a nice program vehicle for next to nothing. Well, that's my review. I took some pictures but I can't get them off of my cell phone. Sorry!

    I also tested a 2006 Saturn Vue and what a difference. I know it's not considered competition any longer but just to see. That was disappointing. See you around the forum.
  • lv2drvlv2drv Member Posts: 132
    Hi Joe,
    I'm a native of Bossier City, but now living in Iowa. Still have family there, though. I appreciate your advice about buying. It's fortunate that I have a brother in law working for some new car dealer in or around Dallas. I sound vague because those guys change dealerships a lot.

    Regarding the Vera Cruz: won't it be a big one, like the Tahoe? I don't want anything that big. It's impressive that Hyundai has come a long way. Years ago, no one would have thought about buying one. And regarding the Consumer's Guide article, it says the SF is a compact. What is it really, since this site lists it as a midsize?

    I'm grateful for these forums.
  • arumagearumage Member Posts: 922
    I would call it a midsize, but all the small crossovers seem to be getting bigger this year. I don't think the VeraCruz is supposed to be quite as big as the new Tahoe (202 inches long), and I definitely hope it isn't as heavy or thirsty. It will probably be lower to the ground than the Tahoe and ride a bit smoother but tow less. I can say with 100% certainty third row will most definitely be more comfortable in the VeraCruz.
  • jcspohrjcspohr Member Posts: 97
    Graycar,

    Sorry, but I didn't really notice the trim. Which means it was probably pretty good. I tend to notice the cheap looking stuff and never really gave it a look - too many other nice things about the vehicles appearance.

    JCS
  • chantellewchantellew Member Posts: 12
    I tested a SF with the gray interior and the woodgrain is a darker color...kind of like a black mixed with a gray tone. IMO too much gray for me. I am waiting on the black leather interior...which many dealers don't seem to have yet. I saw a mixture of both beige and gray interior on the lot, but more of the beige.
  • autoodysseyautoodyssey Member Posts: 10
    I don't think this has been mentioned, yet.

    Lee

    http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FullTests/articleId=116262
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    I am glad for this forum. I have been checking back and forth for a month. I am going from a '01 Mitsubishi Galant to being the proud owner of the 1st '07 Hyundai Santa Fe in my town. I have test drove all of the mid size SUV's in the past 7 weeks. They all rock except the Santa Fe. It has the ESC and it rides like a dream. My only concern was the first time I tanked up and I only got 18.6 mpg. Luckily someone else had the same problem and I read that you have to let the engine wear-in. Thanks for posting that because I was on the verge of tears. :cry: I paid $22,995.00 in Houma, Louisiana. The dealers are not quick to sell this though. They are actually keeping it tucked away. Dealer said that anyone buying an '06 would not want it once they see the '07. I totally agreed and passed up the $3,000 cash back for the '07. Although I got the GLS and not the limited, I am pleased with all the standard features. I like the blue backlighting. It is cool. :shades: I will add the other features later (fog lights, rear spoiler, etc.)
  • berniedgberniedg Member Posts: 54
    congrats on the purchase !
    ...other features later on:
    Are the fog lights available aftermarket ? I didn't see them listed on website. It looks a little unfinished when they're not included.
  • arumagearumage Member Posts: 922
    I've gotten below average on my 1999 Camry 4-Cyl in the city (22mpg) before and above average on the highway (35mpg) on a long trip so I wouldn't worry about it too much. The Camry is supposed to get 23/30 mpg. I guess it all depends on how far you drive.
  • lv2drvlv2drv Member Posts: 132
    How quiet is the ride? The Highlander was exceptional in this respect. I would love the comfort of a Highlander without paying the price. I read the Edmunds review last night. it seems a couple of editors didn't like it much. Did they drive the base model or the Limited? I will buy the Limited. By the way, we lived in Dulac back in '76. My husband was in the Coast Guard.
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    Much quieter than the highlander. In fact it is the perfect combination of the highlander and the Rav4. I was trying to decide between the two when my husband suggested we look at Hyundai. I had done my homework on all but Hyundai. Didn't like the body style, but the '07 looks great. I didn't see this one coming. Highlander rocks like a truck and so does Rav4. They both sound like trucks when you give it the gas. Not the Santa Fe. More solid IMO. If you like t he comfort of the Highlander, you will love the '07 Santa Fe. My inlaws lived in Dulac a long time ago. My husband's grandfather built boats down there. I grew up in Chauvin.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Article Comments: Hyundai Santa Fe Full Test

    Here's the link to the article itself:

    Full Test: 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited
  • mrnicemrnice Member Posts: 14
    This positive review appeared last weekend in the Star.
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    It does look unfinished... for now. The only thing I can get through JCWhitney.com is the hide away hitch. Shhhh, my husband may want to pull the boat if he finds out. I do intend to get them hopefully cheaper than the dealer, just not yet. If you know of any other places for aftermarket parts, let me know please.
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    One thing is for sure, being the only one for miles definitely turns heads. Everyone wants to know what is it. Looks so much like the Lexus is what I get as well. I did not want the 3rd row seat though. I didn't feel safe putting kids back there. If you ever saw the cargo of the '06, then you will love the cargo of the '07 Santa Fe. It is like having a trunk back there. Locks down and even in our hot weather, it kept my meat and milk cold for over an hour.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    I'm guessing this is the review you are trying to link to?

    New SUV look signals change at Hyundai
  • kravonkravon Member Posts: 30
    Was that price out the door? Just wondering because I have a GLS offer at 23700 out the door.
  • marsha7marsha7 Member Posts: 3,703
    ago, there were barely a couple of posts added daily to this topic...now, if I miss a few days, I am 30 posts behind, so more folks must be paying attention...
  • jcspohrjcspohr Member Posts: 97
    By now 07's are being purchased but not much being reported in the "Prices Paid" forum. Last up date there was on 7/15.

    Would be nice if more folks would share their buying experiences and prices paid.

    JCS
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    Not sure what out the door means, this one still had the plastic on the frame, just came off the truck and I paid the price on the window which was 22,995.00.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Out the door means the final price for the vehicle - what it cost you to get "out the door" after the purchase price, doc fees etc. Some people don't include TTL since they vary so much by state.

    Negotiating an out the door price often saves time and hassle since you are focusing on one number, and not worrying whether that $450 ad fee is legit or not.

    Check out the Hyundai Santa Fe: Prices Paid & Buying Experience discussion for what others are paying.

    And congrats on the new Santa Fe!
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    now, if I miss a few days, I am 30 posts behind

    So, you just need to stop missing days! :)

    tidester, host
  • jcspohrjcspohr Member Posts: 97
    Stlrod,

    Can you tell me what tax rate you paid on your 07?

    Now that you have had it a couple weeks, what are your thoughts on it?

    I have been thinking SE but trying to justify the price difference for the Limited.

    Thanks,

    JCS
  • marsha7marsha7 Member Posts: 3,703
    You might find this hard to believe, but I actually have a job that I attempt to show up to and offer legal advice, the kind I get PAID FOR, you know, the stuff I do so I can afford to pay for DSL so I can avoid dialup, so I can post these long posts under the Auto Accidents topic without getting timed out by dialup, since I type as slow as molasses...but what do I know???...:):):):):):):)

    Remember, every time I tell someone how to process their wreck without an attorney, I am giving away secrets of the ages going back hundreds, maybe thousands of years, taking $$$ out of some lawyer's pocket that might have represented them if I didn't tell them what to do on their own...:):)
  • new2dieselnew2diesel Member Posts: 148
    Hi,
    New to this board - was over on the Jeep Liberty Diesel board until I bought an 07 Sante Fe last night. Like many of you I drove every vehicle in the class from Highlander and Rav, to CR-v, Murano, and Outlander. The Santa Fe is the best looking, best riding, and best value of them all. The warranty is also a big deal. I ended up getting the 2wd model with the smaller v-6 (2.7) and the auto tranny. I also got the appearance package with sunroof etc. The dealer showed me invoice and ultimately gave me a no money deal which means they didn't make anything on it. I can tell you there is about $2,000 in these vehicles that you can play with if your dealer really wants your business. As far as MPG goes I tested 2wd, 4wd, 3.3 and 2.7 versions and there was only less than 1 mpg difference on the highway. With only 50 miles on the vehicle I got 26.2 mpg in the 2.7 2wd and 25.5 in the 3.3 4wd version. This was only a 20 mile test on 2 lane state highway through rolling hills. As soon as you slow down and hit traffic the MPG starts dropping pretty fast. Even so I still got in the 20's by the time I got back to the dealership. The key is to watch the MPG computer while you drive to see the affect of your driving style. You will quickly learn to back off and not push the pedal on hills etc. I beleive the 2.7 2wd version is capable of 30 mpg in some situations. I pick mine up tomorrow afternoon and will report back as I see how it performs. I drive 65 miles a day and have to drive up a 4000' :) mountain to get to work. I will be a good test case for this vehicle. I just blew the transmission in a new Liberty Diesel on that mountain which is why I'm now a Santa Fe owner. I hope this vehicle lasts as good as it looks! Cheers!
  • chantellewchantellew Member Posts: 12
    I really want a 07 Santa Fe but unsure for the right time to buy. Should I buy now that most dealers are not really advertising the 07 guessing I'll have more wiggle room vs. waiting for the official Hyundai advertising to begin and everyone will know what we all do and will rush in to buy one. Plus I rather have the cargo area than the 7 passenger capacity so there's no need to wait in that area,
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    I am giving away secrets of the ages going back hundreds, maybe thousands of years

    Hamurabi would be proud! ;)

    Seriously, I'm glad you can make it to the Forums - whenever you can.

    tidester, host
  • autoodysseyautoodyssey Member Posts: 10
    A dealer in Dallas told me today that no 2007 All Wheel Drives would be available for a few months, yet a poster above said she drove one. Has anyone else seen any 2007 AWD's?

    Lee
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    Being that it had just come off the truck 6/30 and I bought it 7/1, there was no room for negotiating and time wise, I had to do something soon. TTL was $1,785, GAP ins $500, so just over $25,000. It is well worth it. I am happy.
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    Hey, congrats on your new purchase! You will love it. I wish they had the sunroof on my 2.7 but there was only the one. No sunroof, owe well. The limited was nice but out of my price range. What color did you get? I bought the silver like the add. Cheers back at ya! Enjoy!
  • new2dieselnew2diesel Member Posts: 148
    I bought the slate grey model which is actually called some form of blue technically. The true color is a gunmetal grey - very hot looking.

    To answer another post - I have seen and driven several AWD models at the delaership here where I live. There was no driving difference whatsoever. If someone took the badges of both vehicles and told you to drive them - you probably couldn't figure out which one had AWD and which had 2wd. I figured with the 2wd traction control that would get me through just about anything I would face in that vehicle. I actually work at a ski resort on top of a 4000' mountain so if anyone could make a case for AWD I could. But I still felt the traction control front wheel drive was enough. I saved $2,000 and will get better MPG with the 2wd.

    Once I figured out which vehicle I wanted I had the dealer locate the color I wanted in the next state. They brought it here the next day and it only cost me $150 to do that. I paid $23,650 for the GLS 2.7 2WD automatic with the preferred package and towing setup. They also gave me $1000 more on trade than any other dealer offered so I know if I didn't have a trade I could have gotten the price down to $22,650. This is alot of vehicle for that price. I think the only thing they made money on was the processing fee $239 . Go to Ebay and see what the internet dealers are asking. There was one listed a few days ago with a buy it now price that was more than $2000 below sticker if I recall. You can take that info and use it to drive your local dealer down. From what my delaer said, they make money on volume. Hyundai wants these vehicles on the road. I was the first person to actually buy one at this dealership so they wanted to get me in the car. You can deal on these vehicles! ;)
  • kravonkravon Member Posts: 30
    I have to agree...yes they would rather have you get in an 06, but they also want the 07 on the road. I purchased a deepwater blue 2.7 last night.
  • arumagearumage Member Posts: 922
    Here's another Review for that Santa Fe. It's pretty long and in depth.

    2007 Santa Fe Review
  • wolverinejoe80wolverinejoe80 Member Posts: 337
    very nice article.
  • guyfguyf Member Posts: 456
    http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/cc/07santafe.htm
  • lv2drvlv2drv Member Posts: 132
    This seems to be a thorough article. I am pretty set on waiting to buy the SF. I want the FWD, 5 seat Limited with sunroof. Even if others are slightly more roomy, with better gas mileage (but I'm sure not that much more), wouldn't it still make more sense to buy the SF instead of say a Highlander, Pilot or even Rav4? I'm not sure the numbers are out on TCO, and since it will be about a year from now before I buy, I will have the info; but what about others who want to purchase now?
  • tjlovelltjlovell Member Posts: 13
    That is a nice color, cheers to my fellow SF owner! Enjoy! ;)
  • arumagearumage Member Posts: 922
    The Pilot and the Highlander are not the main competitors for the SF (although it is very competetive with the current versions) because when their new models come out in a year or so, they will most likely be getting bigger and will compete with the upcoming Veracruz. I think that this was aimed mostly at the revamped Rav4, Outlander, etc. It is the largest in it's class. The Tuscon is to take on the smaller Honda CRV and that class. In a wildly popular segment, the Santa Fe more than holds it's own. IMHO, you'd be better of to wait unless you want to be the first on the block, which is always cool. Any newly restyle vehicle draws a premium at the dealer for a bit. I'll forgo being cool to get a better deal later. :)
  • reoname1reoname1 Member Posts: 6
    I drove an AWD last week in DeKalb IL. Too bad they did not have the color I wanted.
  • choe13choe13 Member Posts: 348
    Not the sonata or Azera, but is definitely the "one"

    This cuv destroys its competition literallly

    I saw one today, and honestly i feel bad for toyota and the rav 4. Absolute no match but more expensive. This cuv will also cause problems for higher end suvs. It is quite as competent and looks better than all of them.(audi Q7 exterior seems dated comapred)

    I think also the santa fe will also re fan the flame for the sonata, azera, accent sales and make people respect the new upcoming hyundais.

    The redsox making the greatest comeback ever? i think Hyundai in the auto industry is second to that.
  • marsha7marsha7 Member Posts: 3,703
    Thanks...I do what I can...

    Bob
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    First I've heard of the VeraCruz, although I do recall the Mesa name vaguely. So many cars and SUVs....

    Here's a discussion about it anyone else having trouble keeping up with future Hyundais:

    2007 Hyundai VeraCruz
  • arumagearumage Member Posts: 922
    Yup, the automobile market seems to be overflowing with all-new or redesigned vehicles this year, especially Hyundai's. :) The Santa Fe, Sonata, Elantra, and Accent have all be restyled. The Azera, Veracruz (formerly Mesa), and Equus (hope they change that one too) are all new or going to be new.
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