DecodedCars2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD Ltd, 4dr SUV FWD Base, 4dr SUV FWD Se
- Engines
- 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- 190.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3,968–4,167 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 39 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2009 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor is a SUV - offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,167 lb (4dr SUV AWD Ltd).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway), 8% worse than the 2009 SUV - average of 19.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2009
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2008 Endeavor — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2008; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2008 Endeavor →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD Ltd | 190.9 in | 73.6 in | 67.3 in | 107.9 in | 63 / 59.4 in | 4,167 lb | 55/45 |
| 4dr SUV FWD Base | 190.9 in | 73.6 in | 67.3 in | 107.9 in | 63 / 59.4 in | 3,968 lb | 55/45 |
| 4dr SUV FWD Se | 190.9 in | 73.6 in | 67.3 in | 107.9 in | 63 / 59.4 in | 4,167 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavor 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S4) | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 18 | -8% | $4,550 | 494 |
| Endeavor AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S4) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -4% | $4,850 | 523 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | 15 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander | 26 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe And Cap · Feb 25, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V065000 · 108,147 vehicles
- Problem
- MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 ENDEAVOR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND WASHINGTON D.C. COLD STATES INCLUDE NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, KANSAS, OKLAHOMA, COLORADO, WYOMING, MONTANA, IDAHO, WASHINGTON, OREGON, AND UTAH. ADJOINING STATES INCLUDE ARKANSAS, TENNESSEE, AND NORTH CAROLINA. IN SEVERE CORROSIVE ENVIRONMENTS WHERE ROAD SALTS ARE FREQUENTLY USED IN WINTER VEHICLES MAY BE EXPOSED TO ROAD DEBRIS (MUD) MIXED WITH ROAD SALT. THIS MATERIAL CAN BECOME TRAPPED BETWEEN A REINFORCING BRACKET AND THE FUEL FILLER PIPE, POTENTIALLY CAUSING CORROSION. OVER TIME, CORROSION COULD CREATE A LEAK IN THE FUEL FILLER PIPE THAT COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAKAGE WHEN FUELING THE VEHICLE.
- Risk
- FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE WITH A NEW IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Not every 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2009 Mitsubishi Endeavor. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Endeavor years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Endeavor | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 Endeavor | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 9 |
| 2008 Endeavor | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 13 |
| 2007 Endeavor | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 11 |
| 2006 Endeavor | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 14 |
| 2005 Endeavor | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 10 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mitsubishi. How we calculate this →