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Used 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Santa Fe wonderful vehicle!

Kfitz, 08/29/2019
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Comfortable, extremely reliable, ergonomically perfect(all infotainment controls easy to use, laid out logically), nice handling, smooth shifting, great engine, needed first brake pad replacement at 72,000, miles, compartment under rear floor provides lots of extra storage, etc. Can’t say enough good words about this crossover. Incredibly reliable.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Hyundai Rocks!

Big Willie, 12/04/2010
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

I purchased for my wife,and she loves it.The ride is good, dependable, roomy and the interior and exterior design is good.I highly recommend this vehicle to my family and friends.We first looked at the Toyota Highlander.The price we would have paid for it compared to what we paid for the Sante Fe is probably 5k more.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Wonderful Vehicle but Fuel Mileage?

JB63, 02/12/2010
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

Bought the Santa Fe for it's price, appearance an build and of today am very happy with all elements except for the fuel mileage. Small gas tank and far less than advertised mileage keeps you in the gas station way too much. Mileage in town has been 15.5- 16, and to date, the best I have been able to get highway driving has been 20.5 mpg! That is on remote two lanes at 60 MPH.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Crossover!

Jeff F., 09/04/2019
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

We have owned 2 Santa Fes. The first was an 03 gls which was bought used with 165,000 miles on it. We have owned it for 3 yrs with the only expense being an altenator(500.00)and brakes. It has been very dependable,so much so,our son is now driving it as his first vehicle. The 2nd,an used 09 limited. So far we are in love with this vehicle. Not only larger,it is more nimble,much more room,and the safety features are 2nd to none. We had it 1yr and wouldnt trade it for anything. It does all its asked to do,from camping trips to the grocery trips. It's very comfortable and fun to drive. An excellent vehicle.

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5 out of 5 stars

Well worth the money

R Scott, 07/27/2019
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

Purchased new in 2009 and have only had to do routine maintenance from day 1. Tires, batteries, alignments, wipers, etc. One engine oil leak onto alternator repaired under warranty at no cost. Highly recommend the 3.3 V-6 engine...Has provided outstanding service. Would buy again..

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