With 0 recalls and 17 complaints, the 2009 GMC Envoy rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2009 GMC Envoy's biggest weak point? EXTERIOR LIGHTING. It leads 17 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Exterior Lighting6

02Engine2

03Electrical System2

04Power Train,unknown Or Other,engine1

05Unknown Or Other1

17 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Envoy Fuel Economy

16–17mpg combined

14-15city

20-21hwy

$3,950-$4,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2009 GMC Envoy ranges from 16 to 17 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

Envoy 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

17mpg

5.3L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Envoy 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

16mpg

4.2L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

14 city20 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Envoy 4WD - Automatic 4-spd

16mpg

4.2L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

14 city20 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Envoy 4WD - Automatic 4-spd

16mpg

5.3L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

14 city20 hwy~$4,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2009 GMC Envoy

25States

27%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 24 other states nationwide.

MIMichigan

611%

PAPennsylvania

59%

ILIllinois

47%

DEDelaware

35%

IDIdaho

35%

WAWashington

35%

WIWisconsin

35%

GAGeorgia

35%

TNTennessee

35%

NENebraska

24%

NJNew Jersey

24%

FLFlorida

24%

OHOhio

24%

DCWashington DC

24%

TXTexas

24%

MD1

MN1

MOMissouri

12%

INIndiana

12%

MTMontana

12%

NC1

AZ1

NHNew Hampshire

12%

NYNew York

12%

LA1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2009.

2009 GMC Envoy Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2009 GMC Envoy a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2009 GMC Envoy. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2009 GMC Envoy?

You'll get between 16 and 17 MPG combined from the 2009 GMC Envoy, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2009 GMC Envoy?

EXTERIOR LIGHTING problems top the list with 17 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.