Any common issues with the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Any common issues with the 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe four-wheel drive or things to look out for when purchasing this vehicle? May go for 2005 or 2007, but want same type Santa Fe, manual, diesel.

Thanks

Igor MENSIK (DUBLIN)

Jul 2013 Filed under: reliability

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Expert answer

Hi Igor,

There was a changeover of Santa Fe models in 2006, when the first seven-seat model was introduced. Go for that, not the older model which was pretty crude, if reliable. 

The 2006 on version is much better - smooth and comfy and with lots of space. Astonishingly, there seem to be no common reported problems. Hyundai builds its cars pretty tough and only the occasional wobble from a stereo seems to surface. An excellent choice.

Best of luck

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe