Used 2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS Sedan Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS Sedan.
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Uncompromised comfort and refinement
gemigniani1, Marysville, CA, 07/26/2014
2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I rented a base model with only 300 miles on it.
I'm a tough reviewer, but this car really impressed me.
I loved the dash - Hyundai made the controls very simple and intuitive - so you'll never get angry at the car because you can't figure out how to work the climate control, cruise control, etc.
At highway speed there is zero wind noise (amazing).
The quietness, ride smoothness, comfy … seats, cold and powerful AC and the quality look and feel to everything are reminiscent of the 1990's Camry's we all loved.
Toyota doesn't make a Camry with uncompromised comfort and refinement anymore so it's neat to know the Hyundai does and it's called the Sonata
2014 Hyundai Sonata
Anonymous, Glendale, AZ, 09/04/2017
2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
Bought the car in good condition at 30,000 miles and had a solid mechanic look it over (just in case) with nothing obvious. Lacks the torque compared to other vehicles (knew this when buying). So far have experienced two main failures after having put an additional 30,000 miles the transmission failed as I was driving on the Interstate (fun). The local dealer did honor the warranty and … replaced it, while paying for a rental, after about 4 weeks I had it back. At about 80,000 miles the car started to experience issues where it would not start after refueling it, had it towed to a mechanic as the dealer said they could only look at it while charging me. Had the starter replaced as the battery was new and tested fine, it did restart. Refueled again, wouldn't start, have to disconnect the battery to get the car to start now. I am still looking for a mechanic to resolve but am overall disappointed with the vehicle. Other issues, the engine makes a loud grinding sound when brought up to speed (have to be gentle when accelerating), engine vibrates the entire car (been going on since about 50,000 miles), the center console plastic latch broke, and the glasses holder snapped out of place (broken). The car does get decent gas mileage (36 highway/30 city). It had decent safety ratings when I bought it, I am at 3 or 4 recalls so far. Out of all the vehicles having been exposed to growing up, I will be sadly avoiding Hyundai after this car.
MY new 2014 Sonata
kingsnake, Mendenhall, MS, 03/06/2014
2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
We are very happy with our new car.
Shortly after we purchased it we drove it on a long trip.
We got 34 MPG on the highway at Texas interstate speeds, 75 MPH+, and close to 30 MPG in city driving.
We are still getting used to all of the functions it has to offer.
Bad engines
Chris, Cedar Park, TX, 06/14/2021
2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
At 7 years and 65,500 miles, the engine of our 2014 Sonata seized while driving on the highway 175 miles from home. Luckily, we were able to stop safely. The closest Hyundai dealership is telling us it will take 1.5 to 2 months to even look at the car and tell us if the engine failure qualifies for the recall or will be taken under warranty, and if it is, roughly the same time to order … and receive the engine. They refused to provide a loaner or rental car at their expense and their only answer was to get in line. They also insinuated that we didn't maintain the car properly when in fact we followed the manufacturer's maintenance schedule and even put full synthetic oil since the car was new.
We were also insulted by an offer to buy the car from us for $500 in its current state.
We are terribly disappointed by the poor reliability and customer service and advise against buying Hyundai.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Lots of standard and optional features for the money
- Pro:impressive power and fuel economy
- Pro:generous warranty.
- Con:Tight rear headroom for a family sedan
- Con:rough ride in SE trim.
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