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http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymake/Hyundai2004.shtml
This looks to be what the sticker has on it from looking at mine.
The interesting thing about the data is that it appears the 2.4L 4 cyl. and 2.7L 6 cyl. have essentially the same mileage city & highway - assuming you have 2WD in the 2.7L (not 4WD).
I also learned that you can get the 4 speed automatic with the 2.4L engine as well, so that would make it at least 8 trim lines. I have a feeling it is more than that...
Appreciate any input.
Thanks
There is a professional driving review I saw somewhere on the net (no recall of the organization) that mentioned not liking the hesitation factor with the 3.5. I read that after I bought the car.
Cold-starts in the morning are not always as smooth--sometimes a very slight chug while driving like the fuel isn't feeding right. That stops after a couple blocks. I'm just going to wait until I get the oil changed to mention it. I don't want my car "perfect" or else something will go wrong with the house (seems like if it isn't one, it's the other).
Appreciated your response.
It is a 2003 program car, black, w/ 14K miles. It is the 2.7L "LX" fully loaded. I LOVE it. 4 Wh drive. Leather heated seats, sun roof, running boards ... the works. They said new it was $26K. He gave me a price of $22,500. Today they accepted $20K even. Comes w/ teh 5yr, 60,ooo mile warranty.
Do you think i am getting an ok deal? Thanks! Rebecca
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Extended Warranties
Steve, Host
A loaded LX AWD, as you describe, is valued at 22-24K retail. So, yes, I think you're getting a very good deal.
Keep in mind, if you haven't commited yet, you could get a brand new LX with a 3.5 liter engine and all the goodies for around $23K with the current incentives and some dickering. Plus the fact you'd get the factory 100K/10 Year warranty and 50K/5 year bumper to bumper and road service for that.
The first one was 24.3 mpg (303 miles), and the second one was 25.5 mpg (340 miles). I think the cruising range is at least 400 miles, as the fuel tank capacity is 19 gallons. I was putting in around 13 gallons each time. I've now got around 4300 miles on the vehicle.
Even though Consumer Reports got 18 mpg offically, I haven't seen anyone get less than 20 mpg - even with the 3.5L, so not bad at all.
One thing I noticed is that my dome light in back isn't always coming on when I lift the rear door (switch *is* in the center). I should go over to the "troubles" forum I guess. I'm still really happy with the purchase.
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe:
Luggage Capacity = 30.5 cu. ft
Max. Cargo Capacity = 78 cu. ft
2004 Ford Escape:
Luggage Capacity = 33.1 cu. ft
Max. Cargo Capacity = 65 cu. ft
2005 Chevy Equinox:
Luggage Capacity = 35.2 cu. ft
Max. Cargo Capacity = 69 cu. ft
2004 Honda CR-V
Luggage Capacity = 33.5 cu. ft
Max. Cargo Capacity = 72 cu. ft
My Take: The Sante Fe has the least amount of space with the seats accessible, but the most room to haul cargo when the seats are pushed down (which is good for me).
A girl here at work often has 4 golfers and 4 bags of golf clubs in hers, so I guess that speaks well of the cargo space, too.
Engine
2.7L V-6 173 31%
3.5L V-6 200 28%
2.4L I-4 138 18%
3.5L V-6 195 12%
2.4L I-4 149 8%
So is the 3.5L V-6 engine 195 horses or 200? Anyone knows how to find out?
In doing my comparisons, I noticed something odd, and am looking for confirmation from other Santa Fe owners.
Is it true that the Santa Fe does not come with any sort of side airbags (either seat-mounted or side curtain airbags)? Does anyone know if this will be addressed in the "refresh" for 2005?
Thanks.
New to the board, but was looking into a new Santa Fe or maybe the Honda CRV? I am so confused and know that I might loose out on the incentatives after today.
Does anyone think that the incentatives will carry over into October for the 2004 models? Seems like there are lots of both still on dealers lots but checking inventory on the internet. Any help with this would be much appreciated. Also does anyone know about the NADA guides for trade-in values and do any dealers use this or is it strictly blue book values? Thanks a bunch
Dealers may have a drawer full of books - I think the banks tend to use NADA more.
What is the "Kelley Blue Book" Price?
Steve, Host
Thanks for the Welcome!
So, I might have missed out on the INCENTATIVES?
Don't think I could afford one without it. Trying to trade in my 2002 Monte Carlo SS, I love my Monte, need more room and need 4 doors. Very impressed with the Hyundai and the Warranty.
Thanks again
Incentives & Rebates: Hyundai Santa Fe Styles
Steve, Host
Thanks-Rebecca
The SF has a side airbag that extends up to also cover the head area for the front seat passengers. This was very important to me when we were shopping for cars. If you look back in this discussion to April(I think), I asked the same question. Someone had replied with an excellent link showing the inside of a SF with the side airbag deployed.
I'm new to these forums and just bought a 2004 GLS FWD 3.5L on Friday. There is a $1750 rebate offered now until Nov 1st. There is also a Military Discount (additional $500 discount). Just wanted to let you know!
1. The fog light can be on only when the low beam is on;
2. No day-time running light.
Is it possible to have the fog light adjusted so it can operate independently? That way it can be used as day-time running light if necessary. And will the dealer be willing to do it as 'free adjustment' within first 12 month period?
As for the fog lights, there's a way to get around that by adding some wiring, but they should shut off when your hi-beams are on. There's no purpose to them then, other than blinding other drivers.
Do a google search for Santa Fe owners and check out tips on the resulting sites.
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There are aftermarket kits you can purchase to operate the 'fog' lights independent of the headlamps. At <http://www.santafemods.com/> there is a mod to change the 'fog' lights to operate with the parking lamps, instead of the headlamps.
The dealer will charge you, as this is not a 'quicky adjustment'.
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As I look through the photos on hyundainews.com, it seems 05 Santa Fe has its antenna on the roof instead on the side window. Maybe the change was done also for late 04 models. Also a few more features are added inside the cabin as well.
tidester, host
What if two people with distinctly different driving styles share the car?? How does the computer respond?
It's hard to make assumptions from a simple post on Edmunds, but it sounds like you have a touch of car fever.
Cars are a commodity item and there'll be another good deal on another Santa Fe next week or the week after. If you can adopt a take it or leave it/business-like attitude with the dealer, you should be able to get a better deal with less hassle. Especially since you are negotiating on a car that will immediately incur a year's worth of depreciation as soon as you leave the lot.
But if you gotta have it right now, we understand that too :-)
Check out the deals in the Hyundai Santa Fe: Prices Paid & Buying Experience discussion as well.
Steve, Host
We bought a GLS 3.5L FWD in 09/04 with 4600$ below MSRP, although we had to pay 700$ for dealer installed stuff.
I would check out other places to get the right price.
Hope that helps.
Thanks for responding. My current vehicle has 183K on it so I was hoping to purchase a vehicle before the end of the year. I did a LOT of research on purchasing vehicle so I guess the reason I am so upset is because I know they are able to go below the stated price and they are not budging. The other problem is they are the best price around me right now. I checked every dealor ship within 1-2 hrs. This place has exactly what I want except it is AWD instead of FWD which is ok. Again, just upset because I know they can go lower. So right now I am thinking about a used one or going with GMC vehicle (get GM discount). Just looking new because of the warranties.
I am proud because I did a leave it attitude. I took the SUV overnight went in and stated this is the price I want to pay, they said no, I walked out. Problem is they have the vehicle, I dont.
So still searching
thanks again