Hyundai Santa Fe (2006 - 2012) 2.2 CRDi Style (5 Seats) 5d Auto (2010/60) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I bought the car and not the badge??

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Those who have been in it think it's great.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, although I expect to have it for a while. I would recommend it to anybody.

What are you likely to buy next?

I would probably go for the higher spec model. There was no offer on that model when I bought but I would pay a litttle more for cruise control etc.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£19,000

When did you buy the car?

February 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

There was an offer on pre-registered cars saving me several thousand pounds.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

For towing, bad weather capability and an excellent offer as pre-registered.

What was the dealer like?

Very good in all respects.

What's it like to drive?

Effortless, quiet and comfortable. It is surprisingly manoeuverable with a better turning circle than my previous Vectra.

What's it like to park?

More manoeuverable than I anticipated and the sensor make reverse parking a doddle but you do need a wide space.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No problems at all having towed from Scotland to the Med and back.

What's most practical about your car?

It is enormously capable and very powerful with the 194 bhp engine but superbly quiet comfortable and effortless to drive with a 6 speed auto box. My wife who is only 5' 2" loves driving it for the ease and great visibility.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

My first auto gearbox. It's a gem and makes driving efortless. Reverse parking sensors are a great help.