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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Review
Hyundai's SUV is unchanged for 2004. The base Santa Fe has a 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive. The GLS version comes with a 2.7-liter V6. A 3.5 V6 is optional on the GLS and standard on the LX model. V6 models offer front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. The 4 cyl comes with manual or automatic transmission, the V6s with automatic only: a 4 speed with the 2.7, a 5 speed with the 3.5. Santa Fe's automatic transmission includes a manual-shift feature. Traction control is standard on the GLS 3.5 and LX, optional on the GLS 2.7. ABS is standard on GLS 3.5 and LX, optional on other models. Front side airbags and 4-wheel disc brakes are standard on all models.
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Instruments/controls | Acceleration (4 cyl, 2.7 V6) |
| Entry/exit | Interior materials |
| Cargo room | |
| Ride/handling | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Test AWD GLS with 2.7 V6 did a middling 10.3 sec 0-60 mph and was low on passing muscle. Slightly lighter test 2WD GLS 2.7 felt marginally quicker. 3.5 V6 provides strong acceleration from a stop and offers big boost in passing power and overall refinement, though some testers complained of overly sensitive throttle response. 3.5's 5-speed automatic hunts between gears too much on hilly roads, is otherwise fine. No 4-cyl Santa Fe made available for testing.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4.2 |
Test AWD GLS with 2.7 V6 did a middling 10.3 sec 0-60 mph and was low on passing muscle. Slightly lighter test 2WD GLS 2.7 felt marginally quicker. 3.5 V6 provides strong acceleration from a stop and offers big boost in passing power and overall refinement, though some testers complained of overly sensitive throttle response. 3.5's 5-speed automatic hunts between gears too much on hilly roads, is otherwise fine. No 4-cyl Santa Fe made available for testing.
Fuel Economy
Test 2.7 2WD models averaged 14.5-19.3 in mostly city driving. Test 2.7 V6 AWD models averaged 18.9-22.3 mpg in mix of city/highway driving. Test 3.5 V6 2WD averaged 17.2 mpg in mix of city/highway driving. No opportunity yet to measure 4 cyl.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4.7 |
Test 2.7 2WD models averaged 14.5-19.3 in mostly city driving. Test 2.7 V6 AWD models averaged 18.9-22.3 mpg in mix of city/highway driving. Test 3.5 V6 2WD averaged 17.2 mpg in mix of city/highway driving. No opportunity yet to measure 4 cyl.
Ride Quality
Comfortably absorbent on undemanding surfaces, but most ridges and expansion joints jolt, and can cause body to bob and rock. Feels marginally less composed in slightly heavier AWD form.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4.1 |
Comfortably absorbent on undemanding surfaces, but most ridges and expansion joints jolt, and can cause body to bob and rock. Feels marginally less composed in slightly heavier AWD form.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Body lean quite apparent in even moderate-speed corners; some testers consider it excessive. Front-drive versions have surprisingly poor traction on wet surfaces. AWD system provides good all-weather grip. With ABS, test models made short work of simulated emergency stops.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4.3 |
Body lean quite apparent in even moderate-speed corners; some testers consider it excessive. Front-drive versions have surprisingly poor traction on wet surfaces. AWD system provides good all-weather grip. With ABS, test models made short work of simulated emergency stops.
Quietness
2.7 V6 groans at full throttle but is decently quiet otherwise. 3.5 growls nicely under acceleration and is quieter overall. Wind, tire noise well-controlled.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3.8 |
2.7 V6 groans at full throttle but is decently quiet otherwise. 3.5 growls nicely under acceleration and is quieter overall. Wind, tire noise well-controlled.
Controls
Clear instrumentation and accessible controls, though some unusually shaped switches. Similarly, dashboard and door panels are molded with needless contours. Interior materials impressive for the price.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.3 |
Clear instrumentation and accessible controls, though some unusually shaped switches. Similarly, dashboard and door panels are molded with needless contours. Interior materials impressive for the price.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
More than class competitive, especially in head room and seat support, though limited rearward seat travel spoils basically good driving position for tall drivers. Standard driver-seat height adjustment tedious to use, but allows commanding view. However, shorter test drivers complain of some obscured gauges once seat and tilt wheel are adjusted. Decently low step-in, despite tall stance that contributes to fine visibility.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
More than class competitive, especially in head room and seat support, though limited rearward seat travel spoils basically good driving position for tall drivers. Standard driver-seat height adjustment tedious to use, but allows commanding view. However, shorter test drivers complain of some obscured gauges once seat and tilt wheel are adjusted. Decently low step-in, despite tall stance that contributes to fine visibility.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Rivals many midsize SUVs for leg space, though toe room just average. Slim door bottoms impede entry/exit.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.3 |
Rivals many midsize SUVs for leg space, though toe room just average. Slim door bottoms impede entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Challenges some midsize SUVs here, too, but there's little floor length behind the rear seat. Standard separate-opening tailgate window is convenient. Spare tire winds down from rear underbody.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6.8 |
Challenges some midsize SUVs here, too, but there's little floor length behind the rear seat. Standard separate-opening tailgate window is convenient. Spare tire winds down from rear underbody.
Value within Class
Santa Fe is underpowered except with the 3.5-liter engine--which we recommend--and all models need more suspension composure. But this high features-per-dollar SUV is no embarrassment to Hyundai. Still, this South Korean automaker has yet to establish a record for long-term reliability, a negative it attempts to overcome with a generous 5-year/60,000-mi. basic warranty and 10/100,000 powertrain coverage.
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5.6 |
Santa Fe is underpowered except with the 3.5-liter engine--which we recommend--and all models need more suspension composure. But this high features-per-dollar SUV is no embarrassment to Hyundai. Still, this South Korean automaker has yet to establish a record for long-term reliability, a negative it attempts to overcome with a generous 5-year/60,000-mi. basic warranty and 10/100,000 powertrain coverage.
Total Score
| 2WD GLS 2.7 | AWD GLS 2.7 | 2WD LX | AWD LX | Class Average |
| 50 | 49 | 51 | 51 | 48.6 |
Scores for all Compact Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 29 | |
| Average Score | 48 | |
| High Score | 61 |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 10/03/2003
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD Base 4-door wagon, manual | $17,999 | $16,847 | $590 |
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| 2WD Base 4-door wagon, automatic | $18,799 | $17,596 | $590 |
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| 2WD GLS 2.7 4-door wagon, automatic | $20,999 | $19,611 | $590 |
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| AWD GLS 2.7 4-door wagon, automatic | $22,499 | $21,012 | $590 |
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| 2WD GLS 3.5 4-door wagon, automatic | $21,999 | $20,545 | $590 |
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| AWD GLS 3.5 4-door wagon, automatic | $23,499 | $21,946 | $590 |
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| 2WD LX 4-door wagon, automatic | $23,999 | $22,388 | $590 |
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| AWD LX 4-door wagon, automatic | $25,499 | $23,788 | $590 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, driver-seat height adjustment, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, variable-intermittent wipers, visor mirrors, map lights, rear defogger, remote fuel-door release.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Roof rails.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Full-size spare wheel, 225/70R16 tires, alloy wheels.
GLS 2.7 adds to Base:
Powertrain
2.7-liter V6 engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
4-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, remote keyless entry, Monsoon AM/FM/cassette/CD player, illuminated visor mirrors, rear wiper/washer, cargo cover, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
GLS 3.5 adds to GLS 2.7:
Powertrain
3.5-liter V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, traction control.
Safety
Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
LX adds to GLS 3.5:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, universal garage-door opener.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Option Pkg. 2
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Base
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$495
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$464
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Cruise control, remote keyless entry, rear wiper/washer, cargo cover and net, theft-deterrent system, first-aid kit.
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Option Pkg. 3
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Base
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$990
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$928
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Option Pkg. 2 plus antilock brakes.
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Option Pkg. 4
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GLS 2.7
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$595
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$557
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Traction control, antilock brakes.
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Option Pkg. 5
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GLS, LX
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$595
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$526
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Power sunroof.
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Option Pkg. 6
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GLS 2.7
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$1,190
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$1,083
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Traction control, antilock brakes, power sunroof.
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Option Pkg. 7
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GLS
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$395
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$370
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Monsoon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Option Pkg. 8
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GLS 2.7
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$990
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$927
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Traction control, antilock brakes, Monsoon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Option Pkg. 9
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GLS
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$990
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$896
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Power sunroof, Monsoon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Option Pkg. 10
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GLS 2.7
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$1,585
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$1,453
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Traction control, antilock brakes, power sunroof, Monsoon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Cargo net
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Base
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$30
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$25
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Cargo tray
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Base, GLS 2.7, GLS 3.5, LX
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$85
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$51
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Woodgrain interior trim
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Base, GLS 2.7, GLS 3.5, GLS 3.5, LX
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$225
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$137
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Floormats
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Base
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$80
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$51
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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First aid kit
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Base
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$30
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$25
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Running boards
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Base, GLS 2.7, GLS 3.5, LX
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$495
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$440
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Mudguards
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Base, GLS 2.7, GLS 3.5, LX
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$75
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$60
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Roof rack
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Base, GLS 2.7, GLS 3.5, LX
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$180
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$110
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Tow hitch
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GLS, LX
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$350
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$260
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Hyundai Santa Fe 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 103.1 |
| Overall Length, in. | 177.2 |
| Overall Width, in. | 72.7 |
| Overall Height, in. | 66.0 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3752 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 77.7 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 19.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.6 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.6 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.2 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 36.8 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | dohc V6 | dohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.4 /143 | 2.7 /162 | 3.5 /212 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 138 @ 5500 | 173 @ 6000 | 200 @ 5500 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 147 @ 3000 | 182 @ 4000 | 219 @ 3500 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 20/27 | --/-- | --/-- |
| 4-speed automatic | 20/27 | 18/24 | --/-- |
| 5-speed automatic | --/-- | --/-- | 17/21 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Hyundai Santa Fe 4-door wagon |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 10/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
South Korea
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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