2009 Hyundai Entourage

• Overall
• Prices
• Performance
• Exterior
• Interior
• Safety
• Reliability

Performance - What the Auto Press Says

Most test drivers say the 2009 Hyundai Entourage is a quality performer, especially considering its size and significant curb weight.

• "The ride is comfortable for a minivan, but is not quite car-like. The suspension is generally composed and smoothes out small bumps well, but it bounces some over larger humps." -- Consumer Guide
• "By focusing on noise, vibration and harshness, Hyundai engineers succeeded in attaining world-class minivan quietness... The outcome is a big box that rides as quietly as a dignified sedan - and quite possibly as smooth." -- Automobile.com

Acceleration and Power

The 2009 Hyundai Entourage utilizes a single engine for all three trims -- a 3.8-liter V6. Most reviewers are happy with its 250 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates fuel economy for the Entourage at 16 miles per gallon in the city and 23 mpg on the highway.

• "Entourage accelerates strongly from a stop... Rolling acceleration can seem sluggish because the automatic transmission is sometimes slow to downshift for extra power. Also, the transmission isn't always quick to follow manual gear changes." -- Consumer Guide
• "There's plenty of power to pull away from lights or zip onto the interstate, if needed." -- The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
• "It's a smooth powertrain team with lots of muscle..." -- The Detroit News
• "Whether fully loaded or traveling light, Hyundai's new van is more than capable of a little spark when its 242 horses are set free." -- Automobile.com
• "For modest vehicles like minivans, I break acceleration down into three categories: not quick enough, quick enough and more than quick enough. The Entourage is certainly quick enough, though it won't be setting any records, despite having a large engine." -- Cars.com

Handling and Braking

Reviewers generally praise the Entourage's handling, though they are quick to point out it favors comfort over agility. The Entourage also gets kudos for it's steering and braking performance.

• "The steering is nicely weighted, but feels numb." -- Consumer Guide
• "Steering is confident and positive, with satisfying feel and feedback to maneuver neatly around town. Although the ride is generally comfortable, this minivan doesn't glide across bumps and holes quite as smoothly as some, and urban pavement yields a fair amount of motion." -- Kelley Blue Book
• "Driving the Honda Odyssey on the same roads shows it has a better structure. On the other hand, the Odyssey does not ride as comfortably." -- New Car Test Drive
• "These binders felt strong and predictable while delivering emergency stops quickly and effortlessly -- but impressive braking is just the start of Hyundai's commitment to safety and occupant protection." -- Automobile.com