Used 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Consumer Reviews
Used Santa Fe for sale
Reliable and undervalued
Rob T, 09/21/2022
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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We bought our 3.3L SE in 2018 with 132k miles. It now has 153k miles and we've only needed to replace some endlinks and repair the shifter linkage (a common problem). Otherwise, it's been very reliable. We're getting 15-16 MPG overall, probably it needs a tune up. The original white paint is awful, and a pressure washer will blow it off. Canadian Santa Fes have a reputation for rusting, and we see some of our body panels showing rust. I brushed Extend Rust inhibitor on those spots, and they're fine. It's a truck, and the standard 18" wheels make it ride like one. I've downgraded to 16" rims from the previous generation Santa Fe, and it rides more smoothly but still leaves much to be desired. We don't have the maintenance history from the prior owners, but I believe the engine was worked on. We're debating if we should sell it and get something newer, but it's cheap to run and it's high safety rating gives us peace of mind.
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Nice mid-sized SUV
mikec, 06/06/2009
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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We replaced my wife's 2002 Mazda Tribute with this after a great deal of research. Love the quality and build. Very comfortable; rides like a car not a truck. The Premium sound system in the Limited is among the best I've ever heard (and I drive Lexus) Satellite Radio is nice extra that's standard. What sold us, too, was the outstanding warranty. V6 engine is quite sufficient for this vehicle and auto trans is smooth. Overall, very pleased with this purchase and the $2000 incentive from Hyundai made the purchase of this cost about as much as the Tribute did 7 years ago!
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Great buy
Manny, 07/27/2009
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I just purchased a 2009 Limited AWD Santa Fe, and I am so glad I did. It looks and drives like a luxury SUV. It really has all possible safety features available today, and feels secure. I would recommend any of the new Hyundai because of the huge improvements done in these recent years.
2009 Santa Fe SE - Easy on the Pedal
Atlanta SE, 04/03/2010
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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We were able to acquire a new 2009 SE, and got it for a reasonable price given the need of the dealership to be rid of their 09 models, with 2011 models just around the corner. We initially drove the GLS with 2.7V6/4speed auto. We upsized to the 3.3V6/5speed both for passing power and a smoother transmission (abrupt shifting seemed to be a complaint for 4-speed). Yes, the reviews are correct in that the fuel economy is not great, but it all depends on how you drive. We have only had the car for 400 miles, but with a light foot, I averaged around 24.5 mpg with mixed driving. If you are prone to punching it at red lights and going 80 mph on the interstate, you will not be MPG happy.
2009 Santa FE for a BIG Man
Dave S, 04/14/2010
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I really like my Santa Fe however, I find the seat to not go back far enough. That said, the only vehicle that is comfortable for me is my Ford SuperDuty Truck. I stand 6'8". I do think they could have allowed the seat to go back just another 2". The vehicle is very well made and a joy to drive (except for my hurting knees). The mileage could be better. But I have found the odometer to be off by almost 10% LOW. Which means my mileage is probably 21 rather than the 19 shown on the computer. We only have 8K miles on it and there seems to be some clunking under the back end when going over rough road. Probably a loose shock. Haven't taken it in yet to have the dealer look at it.