2009 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews Page 6

Great Car at It's Price Point

Written by: Ben G on 08/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Test drove similar sized cars such as Nissan Altima, Ford Fusion and Toyota Camary....This car is a good value for the money and was about $2000 less than the 2010 Fusion which was my 2nd choice....The car lacks a few items like driver and passenger side arm rets..The rear seating could be better...The 2.4L engine delivers good response and the overall ride is very good for a car this size....

Favorite Features

Interior is nicely appointed and overall visibility very good...The Altima I test drove had a rear window configuration that looks like a peephole....

Suggested Improvements

Change the center counsel and add arm rests for both driver and front seat passenger

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Third Hyundai Owned Review

Written by: Jack on 07/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I purchased mt car on 31 Dec 2008 and it now has 7,200 miles on it. I have owned 3 Hyundais and have NEVER had one in the shop! My last was an 07 SE. This time I decided not to buy another chaepo model. I have installed a rear spoiler color matched and a K&N air filter since purchasing. When I drive the new 4 cylinder car, it was hard to believe it was a 4. The old 4 cylinder was a pure dog!

Favorite Features

Moon roof, pearl white finish, improved interior, canister style oil filter, my 07 V-6 had a european style filter. All the standard equipment on the limited.

Suggested Improvements

Two improvements I will suggest. First, Do NOT use the 50 ratio tires on what is supposed to be an upgraded car. Your ride is in the sidewall and 65 ratio tires would make a large difference in the ride quality. Second use a better quality foam in the seats, at 7k miles The seat foam is low.

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One Year review

Written by: Gary D. on 07/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I have now owned this vehicle for 1 year with 20k and it hasn't had so much as a hiccup. What originally sold me, apart from the price and warranty was the interior and trunk size, (large), and the level of comfort, usually only felt with leather upgraded interior. I love all the thoughtful little upgrades which are standard, such as the 3 nozzle window sprayer, the above visor lit vanities lights, and beautiful interior stack. I have been averaging 31 mpg on regular, and honestly, I hardly miss my G35(only off the ramps and when I feel a little crazy), or its 20 mpg with super. My wife now likes to take it whenever she can and everyone who rides with me is quite impressed.

Favorite Features

The basic sound system with XM radio is all I need as a road warrior. Upholstery comfort, gas mileage, large interior and trunk, warranty and price, price, price. I find it quite astounding that Hyundai, now makes a car whose driving experience can be compared favorably with any of the others.

Suggested Improvements

Suspension on bumps could use some improvement. 4 cylinder engine performance is quite adequate for most normal driving except for merging off ramps onto the highway, but realistically, I don't think you can expect more unless you go to the 6 cylinder.

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Outstanding!

Written by: L. Gehr on 07/29/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I never thought I would ever consider buying a foreign vehicle but, with the new 'Cash for Clunkers' stimulus package, my wife and I decided to take a look at the 2009 Sonata GLS. All I could say was... Wow! It won us over immediately. With it's over-all sleek design, great handling and large interior comfort; we looked at each other and knew it was the car for both of us. The price was right (well within our budget range) and the the total feel was unmatched in other cars I have owned. This car has added new excitement to our lives. Two thumbs-up here. My wife chose the Camel Pearl color (her favorite) and I purchased the Powdered White Pearl.

Favorite Features

Great get up and go. Handles well while absorbing bumps and highway imperfections. Roomy interior is a plus. Quite a smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

Deep-six the standard steel rims and replace with alloy rims for better look and brake cooling. This, of course, is me just being picky.

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Smooth, quiet, powerful

Written by: kww on 07/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This car is very smooth and quiet. While no sports car, it is more powerful than my previous two cars, a Taurus SHO, and a Maxima SE. The interior is very well done, the seats are extremely comfortable, and the stereo is excellent. Should be an outstanding interstate cruiser. Am averaging 25mpg in a mix of driving. The nav unit works quite well(after the original faulty unit was cheerfully replaced by the dealer). Very affordable with the rebate($3000). Outstanding value.

Favorite Features

USB input for stereo - 16gb thumb drive works great, many hundreds of hrs of music. Voice commands for nav and stereo very cool.

Suggested Improvements

Current mpg readout in addition to average mpg. Auto-dimming rear-view mirror could dim a bit more.

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Very good and practical

Written by: Eman on 07/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I'm 48. After many years of sports cars and pick-ups, including my last Chevy S-10,which literally fell apart at 70,000 miles, I bought a new Sonata. I am a family man, with daughters 11 and 8. My wife drives a van. So, I decided to be practical -- buy a family sedan with good ratings and few frills. It came down to a Sonata or Honda Accord. I liked the Sonata better after test drives (the base Accord had a weird dash with giant radio call numbers) -- and it was $3,600 less. So far I like it, though there may be a 'thump' underneath. I liked the S-10 new too for a while, but quickly problems arose and I was profoundly disappointed overall. No more union- made cars for me.

Favorite Features

Many people liking the sage green color.

Suggested Improvements

None, really. I'll keep it through the warranty period and will get the 'thump' looked at during my first oil change.

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nice car

Written by: jmathew926 on 07/21/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

very nice drive, the tan interior looks great, smooth ride, no complaints about the car

Favorite Features

one the nicest interiors i have seen for a midsize sedan,

Suggested Improvements

no suggested improvements

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Still impress me!!!

Written by: Ricardo on 07/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Bought my Sonata Limited back in May 2009. Have driven little over 3200 miles and still loved it like new.Ride, comfort and luxury all harmoniously blend in this car. This is my second Hyundai and will not be my last. I've been averaging 25-25 mpg city and averaged even 31 mpg, with three people inside. Best car I've recently owned, and used to have a BMW some time ago.

Favorite Features

Ride quality, powerful 360 watts Infinity stereo, interiors, roominess,and best of all, I can have all my music(over 5,000 songs) in a single USB flash drive and play it and manage it with the stereo.Gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

Everything's perfect with it.No improvement needed.

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Love my Hyundai

Written by: Janice Greene on 07/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I would absolutely purchase a Hyundai again. The car has a smooth ride, lots of trunk space, and handles great. I love having cup holders for both the front seat and the back. The seats are comfortable and all passengers have plenty of room.

Favorite Features

Comfortable ride due to comfortable seats and the smoothness of the ride itself.

Suggested Improvements

I truly can't think of any.

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Sonata is fantastic - mpg over 30!!

Written by: Dan C on 07/16/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Sonata SE V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)

Review

My Sonata is the SE V6 model. This car is really amazing. The V6 rolls down the interstate at 75-80 with no effort at all. Have just gone by 13k miles. Once this got to around 12,000 miles, the fuel economy was almost unbelievable. Now averaging over 30mpg with set @ 75mph!! Handling is great. Seats are really comfortable. If there's better performance coupled with fuel economy in a V6 with 250 hp, I'd be surprised. We bought this over the Accord, Camary and Malibu and so for have NO regrets at all!!

Favorite Features

v6 power combined with awesome fuel economy

Suggested Improvements

add power seat to passenger front on the SE package

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