Overview & Reviews

Since the Santa Fe was redesigned recently, Hyundai's midsize crossover includes only minor changes for the 2009 model year. All Santa Fes now get standard iPod and USB inputs, plus upgraded stereos. Also, SE and Limited versions now get a towing prep package and roof rack cross rails as standard.

• Well-designed cabin, impressive standard safety features and crash-test scores, competitive price, great warranty, optional third-row seat.

• Excessively firm ride on SE and Limited models, lackluster automatic transmission, disappointing driving dynamics.

User Reviews:

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  John and Carolyn - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By John Richards - September 11 - 8:33 pm

  My wife fell in love with the Santa Fe a year ago.She never showed much interest in the many cards that we owned including Cadillacs and a Lexus (es 330 2004) The Santa Fe is as quiet as the Lexus. We love everything about the car. It is comfortable and extremely well made. I added molding to the side which added to the look. We had spoken to many Santa Fe owners and everyone said they love it. No one had any negative comments

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  Getting ready to buy another one. - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Larry Rubrich - August 26 - 10:34 am

  Best new car I ever owned!

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  great suv for the money - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Ken - June 24 - 3:43 am

  Wife loves it. smooth quiet ride. GLS model with only bluetooth option. Pearl White color is very cool. Great car for family and for taking trips. With the cash for clunkers and factory rebate and dealer savings, cant go wrong with purchasing this vehicle.

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  Owned One Now Own Two - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By Liquid - June 23 - 8:00 pm

  I Live in all 4-seasons, have 4 vehicles (2-trucks, and 2-family movers). I have purchased two Hyundias with the 3.3 V-6, FWD, and love them both. Bang for the buck, Hyundia gives your George Washingtons a smile. If i were a salesman Id sell this like sleds on a snow day without school. Look at the competition, vote with your dollar, and tomorrow youll be happy in your Sante Fe...If you buy the 3.3 v-6, cuz were American and need the power! :)LoL

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  Nice mid-sized SUV - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By mikec - April 30 - 6:20 pm

  We replaced my wifes 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 Ive ever heard (and I drive Lexus) Satellite Radio is nice extra thats 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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  Paint Peels - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By stewpop - April 23 - 11:21 pm

  We bought this 2009 Santa Fe based on consumer Reports ratings and the fact that we got over 200,000 miles on the last Hyundai Sonata. We have over 90,000 miles on this one and it has been a good value except for 2 major points. One, the accelerator stuck in the idle position, which is the default instead of unintended acceleration. The other is the paint peeled off the hood and the roof right above the windshield. Even though it was only 2.5 years old, since it had 50,000 miles on it warranty did not cover it. $1600 paint job. The money we saved by buying Hyundai we really did not save. You get what you pay for...

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  2009 Santa Fe GLS 6cyl 4AT - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By jeanneshyundai - April 23 - 9:13 pm

  I purchased a new Hyundai in July due to the Cash for Clunkers program. I had a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, that I have loved, but it was getting ready to hit 200K. I drove several different models from the Kia Sportage, to the Toyota RAV4, Chevrolet Equinox, and the Santa Fe. On my second fillup I got 24 mpg-unbelievable!The inside is well designed except for the seats are not comfortable; drivers side. They are very stiff and not nearly as comfortable as the Jeep or other American cars. Please include fog lights as standard on this vehicle. The paint job is beautiful and I am thrilled about the warranty! Love the sound system and I usually put custom sound systems in the car after purchase.

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  so far so good - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By MAZZ1 - January 18 - 2:10 pm

  Bought my 09 Santa Fe new. The ride is comfortable and smooth. Handling is secure. Fit and finish is very Nice. Only thing I dont like is that acceleration is sluggish.

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  Best car and best price - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By FordPLG - January 1 - 7:03 pm

  Best car in the class, especially the very nice interior, and the very rich standard features. Beautiful style. Best price with very clear sales information.

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  snow machine - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  By northjay - December 4 - 3:13 am

  We took the Santa fe GLS into the high mountains of Colorado in a big snow storm performance was all most flawless excellent all wheel / 4 wheel drive