2009 GMC Envoy problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2009 GMC Envoy get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 GMC Envoy at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

Q: How much is a 2009 GMC Envoy worth?

Comparable 2009 GMC Envoy listings run roughly $5,999–$12,600, typically around $9,766 (from 9 vehicles).

2009 GMC Envoy at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints17

Combined16 mpg

Typical price$9,766

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2009 GMC Envoy recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 GMC Envoy.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 GMC Envoy common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 GMC Envoy MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg

City14 mpg

Highway20 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,788

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 GMC Envoy worth?

Low

$5,999

Typical price

$9,766

High

$12,600

From 9 comparable 2009 GMC Envoy listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 GMC Envoy costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,940

Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,400

Total$25,340

Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,766) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,380), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.