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    2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

    The 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $49,990 for the base variant and topping out at $64,990 for the Elite variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Santa Fe available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2006.

    The 2009 Santa Fe was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Hyundai Santa Fe include 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/335Nm), 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (128kW/226Nm), 2.7L v6 (138kW/248Nm) and 2.7L in-line 6-cylinder (138kW/248Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic with manual mode, 5-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.

    Retail Price
    $49,990 - $64,990
    Transmission
    4, 5, or 6-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $49,990 - $64,990
    Transmission
    4, 5, or 6-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

    Available Variants

    The Hyundai Santa Fe comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Elite.

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    Power to Weight
    58.08 - 76.67 kW/t
    58.08 kW/t
    114.65 kW/t
    Boot Space
    969 litres
    215 litres
    969 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    8.2 - 10.6 L/100km
    5.8 L/100km
    13.5 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    708 - 915 km
    652 km
    957 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 2 years
    4 years
    4 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,285 - 2,550 kg
    1,960 kg
    3,030 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,000 kg
    1,500 kg
    3,300 kg
    Approach Angle
    24.6 - 25.6°
    24.6°
    36.6°
    Departure Angle
    21.6 - 22.9°
    21.6°
    26.4°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    200 - 203 mm
    195 mm
    235 mm
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    2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

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    Active

    2025

    $79,990

    Elite

    2025

    $84,990

    Active

    2024

    $84,990

    Elite

    2024

    $89,990

    Calligraphy

    2025

    $104,990

    Calligraphy

    2024

    $109,990

    Year
    2025
    2024
    Engine Type
    2.5L Combustion
    1.6L HEV
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    206 kW
    172 kW

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    2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

    Dimensions

    4,675 mm
    1,890 mm
    1,795 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,675 mm
    Overall Width1,890 mm
    Overall Height1,795 mm
    Wheelbase2,700 mm
    Turning Circle11,340 mm
    Load Capacity600 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Hyundai Santa Fe is the base variant that starts from $49,990.

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    The most expensive Hyundai Santa Fe is the Elite variant that starts from $64,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Hyundai Santa Fe is 2000 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Hyundai Santa Fe is the base variant which measures 1890mm wide, 4675mm in length and sits 1795mm tall.

    All variants of the Hyundai Santa Fe have a maximum power of 138kW and 248nm of torque.

    The Hyundai Santa Fe is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Hyundai Santa Fe is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2550 kg.

    The Hyundai Santa Fe may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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