I’ve got a 2006 Sorento from new , I drive it to Spain every year from the UK , 3 passengers Bike rack on tow bar , fully loaded . We do 1,250 miles in two days . The car is comfortable . It buzzes along at 90 MPH . The only thing that we have had to change was a worn out air pipe , and a solenoid for the air conditioning . I haven’t really taken it of road , but let’s be honest who does . I would highly recommend . Ok it doesn’t have a desirable badge , but trust me , speak to a mechanic who knows his stuff , and he will say these cares are more reliable than a German car , and not as demanding on service’s . That’s why these days they give Kia’s 7 years on the warranty , Nuff said .
I have a 2001 Hyundai Santa FE LX, it's a V6 with 4WD, the thing is awesome and has really wonderful passing power. It turns on a dime and I have taken it over some really rough terrain, it handles well. The price range was wonderful, I love how it looks but mostly how it drives. I don't feel like I'm driving a truck, but I'm up high and have the power that a truck would have. I'm very excited for winter driving, I can't wait to see how it performs!
I've got a 2.5L diesel sorento and the testing they did is nothing comapred to my dirt driveway in the wet season. cost me $400 for springs to give it a 40mm lift, added a pro vent catch can and a 10 micron fuel filter. Really impressed, the low range transfer case has let me drive myself out of a lot of sticky situations. Shame the 3.5L petrol version is such a lemon.
Lemon? The 3.5 has so much torque. It isn't very fast but it is a strong engine for sure. The Automatic transmission is probably holding it back anyway. I prefer the manual gearbox.
he is REALLY tall. At 5'5" i have no searting issues in my SantaFe. And I lov it. of course, I haven't any need for off roading. But it's a great fam. vid. Plenty of room for road trips. The back is great for luggage or pets. I even moved my uncle out of his 0ne bedroom apt to his new one. the only thing that couldn't be carried by my SantaFe was his sofa. Really comes in handy, especially as a single woman w/ extended family needs
The Kia Sorento has 2x2, 4x4, 4HI and 4LO. I've taken my Kia Sorento 4wd'ing before and it handles pretty well. My dad's Toyota Landcruiser obviously beats the crap out of it, but it can still handle itself quite well.
It's a real 4x4 because it has a transfer case which allows you to operate in either 4LO or 4HI but I don't think it comes with a center diff lock or rear locking diff. Definitely something to look for in a 4x4 if you plan on taking it out on some trails.
Funny thing is that the traction control on the Santa Fe slowly and smoothly sends torque to the non-spinning wheels. With the LOCK mode on and traction control, it acts similar to a truck with limited slip differentials, minus the low range of course. Too bad they didn't have TCS in this test because as much as it doesn't seem like an offroader, it has an excellent system, much better than the junk the competition offers.
Its funny I took my 2002 Santa Fe to the same hill I used to climb with both my Grand Cherokee and Cherokee Sport and not only did it bottum out in the rear it did not have enough torque to get up the hill. Now on the road its a different story, it drives more like a car then an SUV when on road. We had some 20" snow storms this year and it never got stuck once even when I tried to get stuck it had no problem getting out. If they had put a 4LO in and raised it about 2" It would dirt no problem.
We own a 2020 Santa Fe Ultimate 2.0T. What it doesn’t have is 4wd, trailer hitch and roof cross bars. Otherwise EVERYTHING! The car is perfect as our every day driver. Actually we have to pick between it and our G80 so it depends on what we are up to. Headed to a fine dinner? Drive the Genesis. Headed to load up at Costco? Drive the Santa Fe. We love both cars for each of their capabilities. We had a Rav4 before the Santa Fe and find it is much better for us than the Rav4 was. Safer because it is newer. Anyhow, great well done video.
@joenmass I know exactly what you mean. I had a Toyota and a Mitsubishi Galant. Didn't think I'd be in a Santa Fe, until we started looking for an SUV as a new(er) car. I looked at all the competition, and since I don't buy cars for their snob value, but rather a combination of looks, performance, comfort & features (I'm big on these) and general maintenance costs + recall/performance issues, the Santa Fe won out! I remember going to "look" at one, and after the test drive, we own it now!
I have a 2007 Hyundai Se that i bought 2 years ago, I never thought I would buy a Hyundai especially after I owned a 1996 Toyota Camry and a 2000 Honda Accord, but after taking one for a test drive I fell in love with it. I never had a problem with my Santa Fe. As far as for the Hyundai ney sayers, I remember in the early 1970's (myself included) down playing how inferior Toyota was and how they were junk. How wrong I was.
No they are not. Off-roaders are Mitsubishi Pajero (Shogun), Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Land Cruiser, Jeep Grand Cherokee. They have proper center differentials and low range. And of course: proper ground clearance.
Santa Fe vs Sorento. For city I'll choose Santa Fe - modern interior and good driving, for city and off-road - off course Sorento, "grey" interior but 4x4 mode and flat environment inside. Hello to everybody from UA
Kia all day long. Hi low range all wheel drive PROPER ladder chassis construction better ground clearance. I’ve got a V6 3.5 litre in duel fuel Petrol lpg with 460.000 klm and can travel Up to 1000 klm On both tanks. It’s quiet comfortable and MORE than capable off road.
I take mine on jeep trails in West Virginia. It does scrape now and again so you have to drive super slow. If you bother the use the 4WD lock it doesn't get stuck. I don't think these guys did..
Hello! I've had my car for 2 years now, it is awesome in the snow. It's very sturdy, the height is nice if you get a lot of snow, & the 4WD really helps. It all comes down to what type of tires you get. I have Firestone Winterforce tires, which are not expensive but grip really well, I use synthetic oil because it doesn't thicken like regular oil, and just make sure you have a good battery. I have driven it everywhere and I love it more and more every day.
Well, we owned a Kia sorento ( 2008 Mod) for 5 years It's really powerlful and a strong vehicle... Recently I had a terrible collision with a tanker truck (Thanking God because I'm still alive) It's true that it's not very creative, but the engine is flawless ;)
@joenmass I know exactly what you mean. I had a Toyota and a Mitsubishi Galant. Didn't think I'd be in a Santa Fe, until we started looking for an SUV as a new(er) car. I looked at all the competition, and since I don't buy cars for their snob value, but rather a combination of looks, performance, comfort & features (I'm big on these) and general maintenance costs + recall/performance issues, the Santa Fe won out!
he says no traction control... our 2006 definately has traction control, very slow, but works. the kia only has lsd... in the uk. it has low range, but we are never going rock crawling in vehicles like these!
@Muriness1 Not at all. The Hyundai is a unibody fwd based car with a transversely mounted engine, the Sorento is old school body on frame, solid axle rwd, longitudinally mounted engine. Do your homework next time.
That guy forgot to read the Hyundai owner's manual for the Santa Fe... it clearly says that this vehicule is NOT made for off-road. So those off-road tests are pointless.
@a1mint Yes and no. I have a Vw, and i know what its like to go through about with dealer, your right i heard many people having these experiences. i love my Vw but im going too rid of it becuase its expensive too fix. This why im looking into Kia or Hyundai Suv's I just bought a 62 nova, and im either getting back into a sports car or into an SUV. im a student i think a KIA Sportage would do me wonders. and stay economical. The Vw dealer near me is pretty nice but paying for labor is a joke.
Good review but work needed on the presenting and the background music is awful. Bottom line is if you want an off roader then don't buy either. If you want a cheap reliable car that will cope in the snow and on grass for camping and such like and you're not bothered by badge prestige then this is for you.
@SourGrey My VW is too expensive for repair and i go too an affordable school plus i have finacial aid. Which can be helpful. But i want a vehicle, with more space and full economy. Thats where i think the Kia Sorento has it. If not im giving up. and just getting a mazda 3 wagon or honda del sol. for the mpg and sport feel.
see this is why i hate some of these commercials as the guy said no traction controll on santa fe in the u.s we have all of that standard so the santa fe would aactually do better
@a1mint Im pretty poor but not broke. I have a couple classics cars, i bought cheap and then put a little money. I sold them and bought what i wanted. Right now i have a project 67 el camino for sale. which is what ill use too cover the cost of my Nova i always wanted. I use too have an Acura integra GSR. I loved that car. but in cali tuners get too much harassment from cops i was getting pulled over just so they can look under my hood. Its all about association.
You want to see me drive this "modern SUV" out of my driveway in the wet season? Have a look. Yes, I live in the jungle. That's why I brought it, because it is built for it. czcams.com/video/o56QpZ84SQY/video.html
I have a 2011 santa fe, 2.4L FWD manual transmission. I personally love it! Standard maintenance, full synthetic oil and in return she treats me very well. Wish she had a V6 under the hood, but prefer the standard trans. Only real issue with hyundai is she easily rusts. Yearly undercoats (Rustcheck spray) drastically minimizes corrosion. Overall great car and well worth the current market price!
We have tested korean cars (hyundai, kia, daewoo, ssangyong, ...): no worthy buy, because they all have many faults, incl. communications errors, no nice design, non-reliability, no stability, no soft dampering, bad quality-performace-ratio, etc.
i have Kia Sorento 2.5 diesel 2005. I am happy. REALY GOOD JEEP FOR FAMILY, FISHING, TRAVEL, EASY ON FUEL, SAFETY, AND GOOD FOR EVERY DAY USE.
I have both. Both are awesome to drive. Been having them for 11 years now. No major problem. Really good for daily car.
Thanks for your coment ;)!!!
Yes, thanks.
I’ve got a 2006 Sorento from new , I drive it to Spain every year from the UK , 3 passengers Bike rack on tow bar , fully loaded . We do 1,250 miles in two days . The car is comfortable . It buzzes along at 90 MPH . The only thing that we have had to change was a worn out air pipe , and a solenoid for the air conditioning . I haven’t really taken it of road , but let’s be honest who does . I would highly recommend . Ok it doesn’t have a desirable badge , but trust me , speak to a mechanic who knows his stuff , and he will say these cares are more reliable than a German car , and not as demanding on service’s . That’s why these days they give Kia’s 7 years on the warranty , Nuff said .
how does it go on thos longer trips
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These are both suprising cars, especially the Sorento, quite capable off road, decent tyres and lift kit and it will go most places
I really enjoy driving my '03 Santa fè. And with its 2.7 v6, it still gives me power when I need it.
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Hwasung, South Korea
Izhevsk, Udmurtia, Russia
I have a 2001 Hyundai Santa FE LX, it's a V6 with 4WD, the thing is awesome and has really wonderful passing power. It turns on a dime and I have taken it over some really rough terrain, it handles well. The price range was wonderful, I love how it looks but mostly how it drives. I don't feel like I'm driving a truck, but I'm up high and have the power that a truck would have. I'm very excited for winter driving, I can't wait to see how it performs!
Same here. First year owning a '03 Santa fè. V6 2.7, I think I'll enjoy driving again in the snowing season.
I've got a 2.5L diesel sorento and the testing they did is nothing comapred to my dirt driveway in the wet season. cost me $400 for springs to give it a 40mm lift, added a pro vent catch can and a 10 micron fuel filter. Really impressed, the low range transfer case has let me drive myself out of a lot of sticky situations. Shame the 3.5L petrol version is such a lemon.
Lemon? The 3.5 has so much torque. It isn't very fast but it is a strong engine for sure. The Automatic transmission is probably holding it back anyway. I prefer the manual gearbox.
he is REALLY tall. At 5'5" i have no searting issues in my SantaFe. And I lov it. of course, I haven't any need for off roading. But it's a great fam. vid. Plenty of room for road trips. The back is great for luggage or pets. I even moved my uncle out of his 0ne bedroom apt to his new one. the only thing that couldn't be carried by my SantaFe was his sofa. Really comes in handy, especially as a single woman w/ extended family needs
The Kia Sorento has 2x2, 4x4, 4HI and 4LO. I've taken my Kia Sorento 4wd'ing before and it handles pretty well. My dad's Toyota Landcruiser obviously beats the crap out of it, but it can still handle itself quite well.
Thanks for the video! Loved seeing the off-road comparison!
It's a real 4x4 because it has a transfer case which allows you to operate in either 4LO or 4HI but I don't think it comes with a center diff lock or rear locking diff. Definitely something to look for in a 4x4 if you plan on taking it out on some trails.
Sorento has LSD in the rear axle and a locking transfer case
Funny thing is that the traction control on the Santa Fe slowly and smoothly sends torque to the non-spinning wheels. With the LOCK mode on and traction control, it acts similar to a truck with limited slip differentials, minus the low range of course. Too bad they didn't have TCS in this test because as much as it doesn't seem like an offroader, it has an excellent system, much better than the junk the competition offers.
Its funny I took my 2002 Santa Fe to the same hill I used to climb with both my Grand Cherokee and Cherokee Sport and not only did it bottum out in the rear it did not have enough torque to get up the hill. Now on the road its a different story, it drives more like a car then an SUV when on road. We had some 20" snow storms this year and it never got stuck once even when I tried to get stuck it had no problem getting out. If they had put a 4LO in and raised it about 2" It would dirt no problem.
Love it !!! I have a 2005 Santa Fe and love it
,Thanks !!!!
kia sorento diesel is cool 4x4 very nice
We own a 2020 Santa Fe Ultimate 2.0T. What it doesn’t have is 4wd, trailer hitch and roof cross bars. Otherwise EVERYTHING! The car is perfect as our every day driver. Actually we have to pick between it and our G80 so it depends on what we are up to. Headed to a fine dinner? Drive the Genesis. Headed to load up at Costco? Drive the Santa Fe. We love both cars for each of their capabilities. We had a Rav4 before the Santa Fe and find it is much better for us than the Rav4 was. Safer because it is newer. Anyhow, great well done video.
cheers
@joenmass I know exactly what you mean. I had a Toyota and a Mitsubishi Galant. Didn't think I'd be in a Santa Fe, until we started looking for an SUV as a new(er) car. I looked at all the competition, and since I don't buy cars for their snob value, but rather a combination of looks, performance, comfort & features (I'm big on these) and general maintenance costs + recall/performance issues, the Santa Fe won out! I remember going to "look" at one, and after the test drive, we own it now!
I have a 2007 Hyundai Se that i bought 2 years ago, I never thought I would buy a Hyundai especially after I owned a 1996 Toyota Camry and a 2000 Honda Accord, but after taking one for a test drive I fell in love with it. I never had a problem with my Santa Fe.
As far as for the Hyundai ney sayers, I remember in the early 1970's (myself included) down playing how inferior Toyota was and how they were junk. How wrong I was.
@flypunk90 marketing... today, for the customers, the mention 4wd (for SUVs) is associated with "safety" (winter) not "off road".
No they are not. Off-roaders are Mitsubishi Pajero (Shogun), Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Land Cruiser, Jeep Grand Cherokee. They have proper center differentials and low range. And of course: proper ground clearance.
Actually the Sportage is the same as the Hyundai Tuscon.
Australians are awesome. Greetings from America.
Santa Fe vs Sorento. For city I'll choose Santa Fe - modern interior and good driving, for city and off-road - off course Sorento, "grey" interior but 4x4 mode and flat environment inside. Hello to everybody from UA
Kia sorento 2008 👍👍👍👍💪💪💪💪💪💪💪❤❤❤
Kia all day long. Hi low range all wheel drive PROPER ladder chassis construction better ground clearance. I’ve got a V6 3.5 litre in duel fuel Petrol lpg with 460.000 klm and can travel Up to 1000 klm On both tanks. It’s quiet comfortable and MORE than capable off road.
quite right
G6CU engine? any issues with this engine?
I take mine on jeep trails in West Virginia. It does scrape now and again so you have to drive super slow. If you bother the use the 4WD lock it doesn't get stuck. I don't think these guys did..
Thanks for your report about Santa Fe and Sorento, I like it.
My left ear enjoyed this
KIA Sorento 💪💪👍👍
the kia is actually an older model then the santa fe, kia is redesigning the sorento in 2010
korian cars are really good, ppl think they are not, but trust me dnt judge till u try
Hello! I've had my car for 2 years now, it is awesome in the snow. It's very sturdy, the height is nice if you get a lot of snow, & the 4WD really helps. It all comes down to what type of tires you get. I have Firestone Winterforce tires, which are not expensive but grip really well, I use synthetic oil because it doesn't thicken like regular oil, and just make sure you have a good battery. I have driven it everywhere and I love it more and more every day.
Wonder if u still have it
Well, we owned a Kia sorento ( 2008 Mod) for 5 years It's really powerlful and a strong vehicle... Recently I had a terrible collision with a tanker truck (Thanking God because I'm still alive) It's true that it's not very creative, but the engine is flawless ;)
@joenmass I know exactly what you mean. I had a Toyota and a Mitsubishi Galant. Didn't think I'd be in a Santa Fe, until we started looking for an SUV as a new(er) car. I looked at all the competition, and since I don't buy cars for their snob value, but rather a combination of looks, performance, comfort & features (I'm big on these) and general maintenance costs + recall/performance issues, the Santa Fe won out!
You should compare next gen sorento against that santa fe it would be more interesting as they are made on the same platform and same engines.
you realise how old that review is right?
i pulled a tow truck out of the snow with my KIA sorento 07. The sad part is that i'm not kidding
Florin Moldovan If it makes you feel better..my Hyundai can do the same thing~ no worries
07 as well~
Hyundai and Kia is the same company
@@MostExplosiveBombOfficial Santa Fe isn't as good in off road and snow as the Sorento.
he says no traction control... our 2006 definately has traction control, very slow, but works. the kia only has lsd... in the uk. it has low range, but we are never going rock crawling in vehicles like these!
@Muriness1
Not at all. The Hyundai is a unibody fwd based car with a transversely mounted engine, the Sorento is old school body on frame, solid axle rwd, longitudinally mounted engine.
Do your homework next time.
That guy forgot to read the Hyundai owner's manual for the Santa Fe... it clearly says that this vehicule is NOT made for off-road. So those off-road tests are pointless.
Maxx-Lenoxx THANK YOU! Omg this guy is some kinda..UGH!
the kia is more for offroad.
yeah, the correct way to pronounce it.
@a1mint Yes and no. I have a Vw, and i know what its like to go through about with dealer, your right i heard many people having these experiences. i love my Vw but im going too rid of it becuase its expensive too fix. This why im looking into Kia or Hyundai Suv's I just bought a 62 nova, and im either getting back into a sports car or into an SUV. im a student i think a KIA Sportage would do me wonders. and stay economical. The Vw dealer near me is pretty nice but paying for labor is a joke.
Good review but work needed on the presenting and the background music is awful. Bottom line is if you want an off roader then don't buy either. If you want a cheap reliable car that will cope in the snow and on grass for camping and such like and you're not bothered by badge prestige then this is for you.
Yep I was thinking the same thing...
@SourGrey My VW is too expensive for repair and i go too an affordable school plus i have finacial aid. Which can be helpful. But i want a vehicle, with more space and full economy. Thats where i think the Kia Sorento has it. If not im giving up. and just getting a mazda 3 wagon or honda del sol. for the mpg and sport feel.
@bsdpowa i love how he talks. he sounds Aussie.
see this is why i hate some of these commercials as the guy said no traction controll on santa fe in the u.s we have all of that standard so the santa fe would aactually do better
thanks for the info!!
@a1mint Im pretty poor but not broke. I have a couple classics cars, i bought cheap and then put a little money. I sold them and bought what i wanted. Right now i have a project 67 el camino for sale. which is what ill use too cover the cost of my Nova i always wanted. I use too have an Acura integra GSR. I loved that car. but in cali tuners get too much harassment from cops i was getting pulled over just so they can look under my hood. Its all about association.
@spbapf yes, ive had the Santafe
They are both south korean cars, KIA and Hyundai are part of the same corporation
The Hyundai is a copy of the VW Touareg. But the price difference is huge.
i preffer the sorento... is quite better than the santa fe... in the road is too fast ,i always beat the santa fe for instance---
Maxmiliano Grillo it as well depends on the year..hun, cause I’ve beat sorentos~
Maxmiliano Grillo with my ‘05, ‘06, and ‘07 Hyundai~
@@MostExplosiveBombOfficial I have a 2006 Kia Sorento and I chose it when buying a car back in 2008. Hyundai was one of my options.
i own both these cars!
Answer us
kia is better much better
Did he say 40-50 thousand.
How does it do in the snow i was thinking of getting one of the older ones thanks
tam lee ‘05 are good for snow..(Santa fe). Old cars it’d depend on how old
Sorento is better looking for me
Actually, 9 years later it looks like the Santa Fe aged far better than the Sorento.
@@voiceinwilderness7 it depends on taste. Still think sorento look way better. its more classy look. Santa Fe look cheap nowadays.
@Tamoraa26 i have a 2006 hyundai santa fe it only have 50,300 mi on it i love it . im with you
@flypunk90 you wont the santa fe is really nice
@jmartintalavan
Falta de mantenimiento, si no cuidas un carro a cualquiera le pasa
Santa fe VS Lexus RX?
i wonder,,, santa fe is not an off road ride !!!!!!
Kia 👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Why is he puffing?
diesel
@Maxxlenoxx Tuareg, XC 90, X3 ,X5 ,Q7 ,Q5 , are not made for offroad ,too ! These cars are toys !! Alles teueres Spielzeug !!
The Kia is much better
this guy is crazy..who will take the modern SUV in the jungle to scrap the body..its all modern ride for on road
You want to see me drive this "modern SUV" out of my driveway in the wet season? Have a look. Yes, I live in the jungle. That's why I brought it, because it is built for it.
czcams.com/video/o56QpZ84SQY/video.html
Definetly Santa Fe looks much better.
@mipmipmipmipmip What are you talking about? Are you blind? Sorento looks far better especially the 2003 - 2006 models.
kia sorento is better
Hy I drive a kia sorento titan and it's much better then xl limited
nice video pity about the music
it's an oldie for sure:)
Lol who’s here in 2018? Today is January 6/2018
@Mookie Conster 2019; March 19th
2020
Santa Fe > Sorento... heads up, it's faster, feels better, and FAR more reliable
Medjai agreed~
@@MostExplosiveBombOfficial Santa Fe more reliable? Haha
Кто смотрит в конце 22г?
Соренто рулит!
NooB test, my sedan would be ride that road
Sorento is better and stronger
i got a hyundai santa fe '06 that is 4x4!
Why so childish? Men are trying to talk cars here, so go away and play.
the hhheeeundai santefe
I preffer hyundai
They shouldn't be allowed to call it an SUV if it's not a sport utility vehicle.
go VW
ileke santafe very nice sorento no good
i'd rather get the santa fe than the kia, or a jeep.
the new jeeps are ugly.
Santafe is korien king is looked better
차가이상해
KIA IS KING -- HYUNDAI SHIT
Real crap cars -> KIA
is shit cars : hyundai
iran volley you’re just jealous~
Could do wihout the gay music buddy im trying to fucking right down notes and decide about a car not godamn rave
this car hyndai santa fe is garbage
considering how old the review is.... there are not a whole lot of them left on the road
@@AnyAutoTVI recently bought a hyundai santa fe 2010 4wd, I'm very disappointed with this brand, it's rubbish
and I mean that I keep repairing it, the parts are expensive, I paid £3,500 for it, I put another £3,000 into it and it's still rubbish
@@danielneacsu3018 it's a 12 year old car.
I have a 2011 santa fe, 2.4L FWD manual transmission. I personally love it! Standard maintenance, full synthetic oil and in return she treats me very well. Wish she had a V6 under the hood, but prefer the standard trans.
Only real issue with hyundai is she easily rusts. Yearly undercoats (Rustcheck spray) drastically minimizes corrosion. Overall great car and well worth the current market price!
We have tested korean cars (hyundai, kia, daewoo, ssangyong, ...): no worthy buy, because they all have many faults, incl. communications errors, no nice design, non-reliability, no stability, no soft dampering, bad quality-performace-ratio, etc.
Have you tested your grammar?