TTQ B4U Posted April 21, 2013 Report Share Posted April 21, 2013 So while the wife and kids were in California and along the west coast for several weeks we needed room and I wanted something fun and sporty so I rented a New Hyundai Santa Fe Sport with the 2.0T 265hp+ motor. Damn was I impressed and had fun. Okay, so it's Korean and not a Japanese Lexus or what not, but the damn thing was loaded with leather, Infinity Sound, bluetooth, etc. and the sport package really dressed up the outside and believe it or not the thing corners better than you'd expect. Better than most sedans, especially on the twisty mountain roads. Really made it a fun rental. http://media.ed.edmunds-media.com/hyundai/santa-fe/2013/oem/2013_hyundai_santa-fe_4dr-suv_sport-20t_rq_oem_2_500.jpg http://media.ed.edmunds-media.com/hyundai/santa-fe/2013/oem/2013_hyundai_santa-fe_4dr-suv_sport-20t_i_oem_3_500.jpg Ours was just like the above unit. As a daily the turbo really is nice but I can't help but have a strong interest in the 290hp 3.3 v6 offering. I bet it would be much smoother and likely a better daily. The turbo was really nice, even down low though. Never felt underpowered in any gear and after about a week in the hills, I learned where it's sweet spot lives and kept the sportier manu-matic shifter going. Long story short, as if you're in the market for a mid size SUV, the new style is definitely worth pricing out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted April 21, 2013 Report Share Posted April 21, 2013 I like the look of the new Hyundai/Kia interiors, I just don't like how they feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted April 21, 2013 Report Share Posted April 21, 2013 Awd? I wonder what it can tow...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS_Sonoma Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 I had a 2003ish Santa Fe. It was probably one of the best vehicles we've had for a family vehicle. I think we sold it for a couple grand over book because my wife took such good care of it as well. I think I like the Tucson in the looks department better though, now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duff1647545513 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Awd? I wonder what it can tow...? I remember the older models said "not suggested" in the towing part of the specs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spoolin_s14 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 I like the looks of the new hyundai/ kia but I just can't get past the loudness of the engine in the cabin, while driving. Maybe I'm just to spoiled by audi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 They woman dailys a brand new Kia sportage. Rides and drives great. Interior is pretty nice. It's a bit underpowered but overall a very nice suv and it was cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 My buddy just got a 2012 Sorento, and it is baller. For the money he paid, it is a VERY nice ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Where did this change come from with Kia and Hyundai...they make quality cars now. Just a few years ago most wouldn't look twice at them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 A friend of ours has had nothing but shitty luck with his brand new one and is hoping to lemon law it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tshensley Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Awd? I wonder what it can tow...? Awd is available 2000 lbs 5000 lbs with trailer brakes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tshensley Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 A friend of ours has had nothing but shitty luck with his brand new one and is hoping to lemon law it What kind of bad luck? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted April 24, 2013 Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 A/c not working is the most recent..ill Ho back and read his laundry list, but he regrets every moment of owning it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted April 24, 2013 Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02193/north-korea-kim-jo_2193994b.jpg http://www.cartoonsof.com/images/illustrations/xsmall2/43044_stubborn_kicking_donkey.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted April 24, 2013 Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 What is it with you and Korea lately, Rodman? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forrest Gump 9 Posted April 24, 2013 Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 What is it with you and Korea lately, Rodman? Lol Hhmmmmm, Kimchee......lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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