2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited

This is Hyundai's mid-size SUV for 2008, a three-row family hauler that slots below the Veracruz in the brand's lineup. It competes with the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot, though it undercuts them on price while offering similar space. The Santa Fe rides smoothly and tracks well on the highway, with a composed feel that makes long trips easy. Inside, you get a straightforward dashboard and comfortable seats, with the third row best left for kids. The Limited adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a power driver's seat over the GLS, along with the larger V6 as standard equipment. Its 3.3L V6 makes 242 horsepower and pairs with a five-speed automatic, giving you confident passing power on the highway; the all-wheel drive adds security in rain and snow, though fuel economy comes in at 19 mpg combined. The Limited rides on standard 18-inch alloy wheels and can be ordered with a sunroof, though the third-row seat isn't offered on this trim.