2009 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews Page 9

Lack of interior colors.

Written by: Anthony on 05/26/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I like most everything about my new Sonata, but I didn't really get the color I wanted. I preferred the Natural Khaki, a beautiful light green, or the Dark Cherry. However, these colors, for some reason, were only available with the light beige cloth, which looked like it would get dirty very easy, and which illuminated the interior. So I had to take an exterior color that looks pretty boring grey, to get the darker [grey] interior.

Favorite Features

All the many power features, XM satellite.

Suggested Improvements

Bigger, brighter, back-up lights. Greater variety of darker interior colors.

5 out 8 people found this review helpful

Report It

Great Car So Far.

Written by: Holajn on 05/25/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

This has been a great car for my family. We have had to replace the radio twice already. It had several electronic glitches. The warranty covered it and will cover future repairs for the next ten years. The Sonata is additionally very efficient, it has plenty of horsepower which still managing to get 29 mpg on the highway.

Favorite Features

Horsepower, this car can move very quickly. The Trunk is also very large and can hold a large amount of luggage. The warranty is also outstanding, 10 years, unlimited miles on the powertrain. The Best warranty out there!

Suggested Improvements

Electronics (Radio) has several glitches. This car has rattles in the cabin as well. This could be improved if the fit & finish was more elaborate.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

Report It

We'll see how it goes from here

Written by: Ozzie on 05/25/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Bought it after reading a lot of reviews and test drives on Memorial weekend. I knew that many people are complaining about suspension noise and cracking noise from dashboard due to temperature fluctuation. But the price was unbeatable, I have option package 2 and I paid almost 6K less than Accord LX. I put only a few hundred miles, so far I no problems other than cracking noise coming from the dashboard when I turn on A/C.

Favorite Features

PRICE...... I like exterior and interior design. Trunk is bigger than Accord's and Camry's. Mileage is great so far, around 29 mpg. XM radio, USB and iPOD interface.

Suggested Improvements

dashboard noise...Nervous about suspension noise everybody is talking but yet to hear it.

5 out 7 people found this review helpful

Report It

Glad I Bought It

Written by: Driven It A Year Now on 05/24/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Had this car just under a year and approaching 10,000 on the odometer. Couldn't be happier with the car: I average slightly over 30 mpg on the highway, it's quiet as a cemetery and I haven't experienced any of the minor gripes that I've seen other owners contend with. Recent road trips of 500+ round trip miles didn't fatigue me at all. And call it luck or diligence, but I don't have a single ding on any part of the body. This is the first vehicle that I've owned that I take to a hand car wash, and it looks as good as the day I drove it off the dealer's lot. Wouldn't hesitate to get another Sonata, but I'm going to wait til any kinks are worked out of the Genesis and get a 2012+ model.

Favorite Features

soft, supple ride, sunroof, excellent Infinity sound system.

Suggested Improvements

none come to mind at this time

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

Report It

Great Review of a Hyundai?!?!

Written by: BasicTek on 05/23/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Taking a risk and buying a Hyundai after 11 years of ownership of a Nissan Maxima. There have been many doubts but so far this Hyundai keeps dispelling them. Unlike any other car I've owned this one has prompted me to drive out of the way just for the sheer enjoyment of driving and listening to the amazing stock stereo system. For a mid sized car it comes awfully close to Cadillac in ride quality. If you need to save precious $$$ from a new Camry or Accord I suggest you take gander at this car before making a decision. Hyundai has a chip on its shoulder and it shows as their newer products may not be just closing the gap but jumping ahead instead.

Favorite Features

For a stock 80 watt stereo this thing rocks especially with XM/USB features and crisp clear sound. Also I really like the 249 HP engine with shiftronic tranny for fun driving. Finally I'd say the large storage spaces throughout including the huge trunk.

Suggested Improvements

Many people have complained about various noises the car makes in the Hyundai forums. I'd recommend Hyundai does some serious research into this. I've search some rattles come and go and it makes the car seem cheap even though everything else about the car is contrary. Perception is reality.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

Report It

Luv my Hyundai

Written by: Jerry on 05/20/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

OK, I only have the Sonata a couple of weeks but I am very very happy with the car. The power is impressive for a four cylinder and the gas mileage is great, avg 29 MPG all around. That avg is highway and city combined. It has a classy interior that is well layed out and very comfortable. I bought the Sonata to replace an Elantra, 77K miles, that I gave to my son. He needed a car. This is my seventh Hyundai. I traded a Land Rover for a Santa Fe, which I still own. I made a great trade. To date I've had no issues with any of my Hyundai. I plan to look at the new Genesis Coupe when it hits the showroom floor. I got the Sonata at an I can't pass it up deal, $12400 for the GLS automatic.

Favorite Features

I like the Ipod hook-up and the USB input. The paint job is classy and is very eye catching. The interior is well done and looks great. I've had numerous compliments on the color I chose, Blue flake. The seats are comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

None that I can think of. The car drives nice.

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

Report It

So far, so GREAT! Really happy with it.

Written by: Chadly on 05/18/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I researched a new midsize sedan for about 10 months, and kept coming back to the Sonata. It hurt me not to buy American, but this car just had everything I wanted - for a price no one could compete with. After (only) two and half months, it's been exactly as advertised: Very nice interior; very good fuel economy (32 highway); handles well, and equally (if not more)important, impressed my snooty Infinity/BMW/Acura desiring wife!! Oh, and a note to those who complain about the doors automatically unlocking when you put the car in park... The owners manual says, in BOLD "This feature can be adjusted by your authorized Hyundai dealer". Read the manual!

Favorite Features

Everything about the interior. It's very tight; very quiet; very nice looking, very roomy and very practical. It handles like a small car yet gives you the room of a larger sedan.

Suggested Improvements

Mine seems to 'wander' a bit on the road - almost like it needs an alignment. I will get it checked out at my first service. Wish I didn't have to manually turn the 'cruise' switch on every time (wish it would just stay on)

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

Report It

Worth reading

Written by: John on 05/15/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Let me start by saying that I think any new car review by owner needs to be prefaced with "What car were you driving before you bought this ?" Everyone has their own standards by which the judge a car. It would be helpful to know where the owner is "coming from". In my case, I was driving a 97 4Cyl Camry with 101K miles. I have owned the Sonata for 3 months now, and so far I am really pleased with all aspects of it. Initially I felt that the steering was a little bit of a slave to the road, pulling either way depending on which side of the crown I was on. But that has worked itself out after the first month. This is a great car.

Favorite Features

Interior.... the whole interior is great. I challenge anyone to find a car in this price range that has an interior that can compete with the 2009 Sonata. Everything is laid out beautifully, chrome in all the right place. The dash looks even better at night, a very pleasing display

Suggested Improvements

I think a 6 speed would be a good idea. The right arm rest could be better situated for driving comfort.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

Report It

Overall, pretty great.

Written by: Enjoying new Sonata. on 05/14/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I like most everything about our new Sonata. The (PE) Popular Equipment package, for about $600 extra, makes the GLS pretty nice, w/pwr seats, woodrgrain interior trim, radio controls on the steering wheel, trip computer. Somehow the advertised price of $14k went up to $21k by the time I got out the door (service contract, taxes, extras like floor mats) even tho I qualified for the $3500 rebates.

Favorite Features

XM satellite radio. The many [affordable] convenience features. They told me the BlueTooth is invaluable, but I dont know how to use it yet.

Suggested Improvements

I dont understand why the speedometer has to read to 160mph; this makes the lines very close together, and very difficult to read accurately for typical 35 mph driving where lots of police. Also, dont care much for the air bag warning light that stays on all the time if no front seat passenger

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

Report It

great car.

Written by: Kenny on 05/13/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought my GLS 4 cylinder with a 5A transmission last July and haven't had a mechanical problem with it since. the dash looks beautiful with a nice LED blue lighting. the audio system is great with cool features such as ipod and USB integration. Electronic Stability Control comes standard on all models, and one can turn it on and off. ESB only comes available on higher level Camrys and it is always on. I can go about 450 miles on one tank of gas. Overall, for the money, I couldn't be happier.

Favorite Features

the cluster looks very nice. good audio system. suspension is very comfortable. turning is very predictable.

Suggested Improvements

the interior material on the GLS needs to be improved. The dash can become sun-washed and the material on the doors can become easily scratched.

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

Report It