The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is a great car for families that need the versatility but not the bulk of a full size SUV. The Santa Fe is a step up in size from the Tucson, giving the option of third row seating. And because it is a crossover, it drives like a car - another benefit for a family looking for convenience rather than true off roading capabilities.
Full 2008 Review Hyundai Santa Fe
The Santa Fe handles well on the highway and will perform all you ask of it in city driving. And it will get you there in style. It's an attractive looking SUV.
Hyundai has increased the number of standard features on the Santa Fe Limited to include a 605-watt Infinity Logic 7 audio system along with other more traditional features including its bevy of safety options.
Trim Styles 2008
Three trim levels, GLS, SE and the Limited are offered on the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
The GLS features a 2.7-liter
V-6 engine that yields 185 horsepower. The GLS comes standard with 16-inch alloy wheels, 112-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with six
speakers, rocker panel moldings, a
tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, remote keyless entry, XM Satellite Radio, air conditioning, power
windows, power side mirrors, power door locks, and a
roof rack with rails. Get the Popular Equipment package and you can add automatic headlights, driver seat lumber support, steering wheel mounted audio controls, a trip computer, and heated mirrors to the mix. The Premium Equipment package adds a leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, heated seats and a sunroof.
On the SE you get everything from the GLS plus
windshield wiper deicer, front fog lights, driver seat
lumbar support, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift
knob, automatic headlights, and heated mirrors. The Premium package gets you a power sunroof, HomeLink, a power driver seat and heated front seats. Need more seating? Get the Touring package and you'll get the third-row fold flat seating and climate control, and the trailer equipment you need to two up to 3,500 pounds.
The top-of-the-line Limited features dual-zone automatic climate control with outside temperature display, heated front seats, leather, HomeLink, and a power driver seat. Navigation is also available as a package.
2008 Santa Fe Conclusions
Because it's a crossover, the Santa Fe handles more like a sedan than an SUV. It's fun to drive and easy to maneuver for its size. "Here is a top-notch
mid-size SUV with solid features, a good ride, a great warranty that I
understand is not costing as much as had originally been feared, and a ton of
attributes that make other manufacturers' mouths water." says The
Auto Channel. The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is a great choice for families looking for functionality and affordability.