2009 Hyundai Elantra

2009 Hyundai Elantra : An overview

Find a complete overview of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra, including key features and specifications, trims, inventory, alternatives, and other useful information. Read more

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Fuel Economy:6.0 - 8.4 City/HWY combined

Horsepower:138 hp

Drivetrain:Front-Wheel Drive

Engine:Gasoline

Torque:136 ft-lb

Seats:5

Review & compare

The 2009 Hyundai Elantra has 6 trims. Below you will be able to review and compare them.

6 trims available

1 of 6
L
$14,995 - $17,045
Gasoline
7.2L - 7.8L fuel / 100 km
Front Wheel Drive
138 horsepower
2 of 6
GLS
$20,595
Gasoline
7.2L fuel / 100 km
Front Wheel Drive
138 horsepower
3 of 6
GL
$18,095 - $19,995
Gasoline
7.2L - 7.8L fuel / 100 km
Front Wheel Drive
138 horsepower
4 of 6
L Preferred
$17,245 - $18,445
Gasoline
7.7L - 7.8L fuel / 100 km
Front Wheel Drive
138 horsepower
5 of 6
GL Sport
$21,195 - $22,595
Gasoline
7.2L - 7.8L fuel / 100 km
Front Wheel Drive
138 horsepower
6 of 6
Limited
$23,795
Gasoline
7.2L fuel / 100 km
Front Wheel Drive
138 horsepower

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St. John's

2009 Hyundai ELANTRAL, MANUAL, RUNS GREAT, RELIABLE, AS IS
$1,495
209,471 km
Gasoline
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London
2009 Hyundai ELANTRA4dr Sdn Auto GLS
$3,200
283,100 km
Gasoline
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Brampton
2009 Hyundai ELANTRATouring Sport
$5,900
149,854 km
Gasoline
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Port Coquitlam
2009 Hyundai ELANTRA
$5,950
182,000 km
Gasoline
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New Westminster
2009 Hyundai ELANTRA4dr Sdn Auto GL
$7,495
97,000 km
Gasoline
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Brantford
2009 Hyundai ELANTRA4dr Sdn L
$7,588
64,175 km
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2009 Hyundai ELANTRA
$1
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London

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NEW FOR 2009:

- GLS with Sport Package replaced by GL with Sport Package

- Limited adds electronic stability control

For 2009, the Hyundai Elantra sedan receives electronic stability control on the Limited trim line, previously unavailable on any Elantra model, while the Sport Package is now offered on the GL trim line, rather than on the GLS.

There's also a new hatchback model, called the Touring, which is covered in a separate entry.

The Elantra sedan uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. The L, GL, and GL with Sport trim lines use a five-speed manual transmission or optional four-speed automatic, while the GLS and Limited use the automatic only.

Features on the L include 15-inch steel wheels, CD/MP3 stereo with auxiliary input and four speakers, floor mats, cloth seats, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, power locks, front power windows, vanity mirrors, tilt steering wheel, and variable intermittent wipers.

The GL adds air conditioning, six speakers, overhead sunglasses holder, centre armrest, rear armrest with cupholders, cruise control, interior lights, four power windows with driver's express-down, heated cloth seats, driver's seat height adjuster, heated power mirrors, and keyless entry.

The GL with Sport Package adds 16-inch alloy wheels, four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, leather-wrapped wheel with audio controls, fog lights, windshield sunshade band, rear spoiler, chrome exhaust tip, body side kit, and power sunroof.

The GLS builds on the GL and adds anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, side and curtain airbags, active head restraints, and wheel-mounted audio controls.

The Limited adds 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control, fog lights, illuminated ignition, heated leather seats, tilt and telescopic leather-wrapped wheel with audio controls, power sunroof, trip computer, windshield sunshade band, and windshield washer level warning light.

The Elantra features an upscale interior, even on the base trim lines, with good performance and a very quiet ride, along with value for the price. The long warranty also adds to the package.

Working against it are a rubbery feel to the five-speed's shifter and clutch, and the lack of safety features on the lower models; you have to move up to the Sport or above to get anti-lock brakes, to the GLS to get six airbags, and all the way to the Limited to get electronic stability control.

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Recall Information

Safety recalls issued by the manufacturer and Transport Canada for this vehicle model.

Recall #

Date

System Affected

Model Years

Manufacturer Recall #: R0169 (01D042)

Units Affected: 710

Type: Safety TC

Details:

Issue: 
On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the airbag may not fully inflate and fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants. 
UPDATE - October 14, 2024: This recall has been expanded to include certain Elantra Touring vehicles. 

Safety Risk: 
An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury or death. 

Corrective Actions: 
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the driver-front airbag inflator.

Manufacturer Recall #: R0164 (01D010 / 01D025)

Units Affected: 39178

Type: Safety Mfr

Details:

Issue: 
On certain vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brake system (ABS), moisture can enter the ABS control module and cause a short circuit. 

Safety Risk: 
A short circuit could create a fire risk. This can happen even if the vehicle is parked.
 
Corrective Actions: 
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a relay to power off the ABS control module when the vehicle is turned off.

Manufacturer Recall #: R0161 (91C080)

Units Affected: 35309

Type: Safety TC

Details:

Issue:
On certain cars, there may be a problem in the airbag control unit that can cause with airbags to deploy without a crash. As a result, the front airbags and seat belt pretensioners could deploy when the vehicle is stopped or moving at slow speeds.

Safety Risk: 
Airbags or seat belt pretensioners that deploy without a crash could create a risk of injury and may also increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Actions: 
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer to update the software for the airbag control unit.

Manufacturer Recall #: R0142 (80C027)

Units Affected: 2852

Type: Service Campaign Mfr

Details:

Update - October 21, 2024: This parts recovery campaign was re-opened and its scope expanded. 

Hyundai Auto Canada is conducting a parts recovery campaign targeting 2009 Elantra and Elantra Touring vehicles built between January 15 and April 15, 2009. Owners of subject vehicles will be notified by mail and the driver frontal airbag module will be replaced at no charge. The parts are being recovered to aid in Hyundai's analysis in support of Transport Canada defect investigation file no. 3280-38-18. 

Note: No safety defect has been identified with these vehicles and this action is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Manufacturer Recall #: R0095

Units Affected: 58320

Type: Safety TC

Details:

Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering (EPS) may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving.  If the electronic control unit (ECU) were to sense a discrepancy in the torque sensing circuitry of the steering system, and indicator lamp would illuminate in the instrument cluster to inform the driver that steering assist is no longer provided.  Steering control could be maintained, as the vehicle will revert to a manual steering mode, but would require greater driver effort.  The sudden change in steering may increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.  Correction:  Dealers will update the electric power steering (EPS) control unit.

* Data provided by Transport Canada