Is a 2002 Santa Fe a good car?

Is a 2002 Santa Fe a good car?

This has been the most reliable, dependable auto I have ever owned. I have, in 14 years, done nothing other than routine maintenance on it. I only hope that the new one gives me as many years of pleasurable, trustworthy driving as the 2002 Hyundai Sante Fe did. Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Is a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe awd?

The Used 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 4-speed shiftable automatic.

Where did the Hyundai Santa Fe get its name?

It is named after the city of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was introduced for the 2001 model year as Hyundai’s first SUV, released at the same time as the Ford Escape and Pontiac Aztek. The Santa Fe was a milestone in the company’s restructuring program of the late 1990s because the SUV was a hit with American buyers.

Is the Hyundai Santa Fe the same as the Tucson?

Not to be confused with Hyundai Tucson. The Hyundai Santa Fe ( Korean: 현대 싼타페 hyeondae santape) is a sport utility vehicle (SUV) produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2000.

How much does a Hyundai Santa Fe weigh?

​2007-2009 ​​Models: ​Engine ​Max. Towing Weight. ​2.7L ​​1,653-2,800 lbs. ​3.3L ​​1,653-3,500 lbs.

What kind of transmission does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?

In the United States, the new generation is offered in GLS, SE, and Limited versions. The new Santa Fe sees the return of a manual transmission, but only when mated with the 2,656 cc (2.656 L; 162.1 cu in) V6.

Can a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe be tested?

The 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe has not been tested. Like what you see? Find the best deal on a Hyundai Santa Fe today. There are for sale near you. Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats.

Is the Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

I have 191,000 miles on my 2002 Santa Fe. This is by far the best, most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. Only complaint is that this vehicle has an issue with every belt. The timing belt had been replaced 2x and I often had to have other belts replaced or tightened.

When did the Hyundai Santa Fe come out in Australia?

A 2.0 L Common Rail Turbo Diesel (CRTD) was offered outside the United States. Australian Santa Fes went on sale in November 2000 with only one engine/transmission choice – a 2.7L V6 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. 4WD was standard.

When did Hyundai stop making the pine green Santa Fe?

Rounding out the changes in the 2003 model was the discontinuation of the highly unpopular Pine Green which in some owner circles has gained the nickname ‘Yucky Green’. In Australia, the four-cylinder Santa Fe was dropped in 2003, due to slow sales, leaving the 2.7L V6 automatic as the only model.