2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Expert Q&A

Last Updated: Aug 5, 2011

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07.02.11

I'm a retired 67-year-old widow who is torn between a new RAV 4 (V-6) and a New Hyundai Santa Fe.(V-6)

My bottom-line requirements are AWD, AC, enough power to enter and exit I-95 without nail-biting , and safety since my 6-year-old grandson sometimes travels in my car.

I was going to get a RAV 4 but Hyundai has some terrific incentives on the Santa Fe until September 30, 2009 and my local mechanics are inclined to think the Santa Fe is better value.

I've read your remarks on both vehicles at Iguida.com.

So which one would you suggest for my purposes?

Either of your choices are good ones. Basically, the Santa Fe is slightly more conservative in...