2009 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews

Fantastic car

Written by: Dan on 06/18/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Bought this car after considering the 08 for several months. Also considered Accord, Altima and Mazda6. With or without considering the bargain price, this was the car to beat. It's miles above the 08 Sonata. Everyone I've showed it to loves it, it's been mistaken for a Lexus more than once. The ride is absolutely smooth, and acceleration remarkably quick even though I haven't really stomped on the gas yet (not quite through break-in). Mileage is slightly better than the EPA estimates, I've been getting over 30 highway and near 20 city. Shifting was a bit rough at first but it seems to be getting better. Interior quality is outstanding and the controls are intuitive and well placed.

Favorite Features

Best in class interior. Exterior is really growing on me. Infinity stereo is a blast. V6 power. Smooth, luxurious ride. Interior space and huge trunk room. Ipod integration. XM radio. Comfortable seats, soft steering wheel. Features like dual zone climate control, heated seats, moon roof, etc. Price

Suggested Improvements

These are nit-picky: power passenger seat. Folding mirrors. Automatic up/down passenger side window. Sliding center armrest. Plastic on the door scuffs easily if you accidentally kick it when getting out. Car doesn't seem to drift well down hill, like the engine is holding it back

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1st car in years

Written by: teresa on 06/11/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This is my first car in 10 years. I drove a Grand Cherokee Lorado. Since I drive 90 plus miles round trip to work a day, my husband and I decided with gas pricing soaring we need a vehicle with better gas mileage, but for a low price with high performance and the Hyundai Sonata meets all our needs. I had my mind made on Powder White Pearl with Coco(charcoal gray) interior and a 4 cyl. however this was a color combination that was next to impossible to find. I decided to go with Medium silver blue with gray leather interior. I love it. We have put 1299 miles on our Sonata since May 31, 2008. No problems so far. I enjoy driving it.

Favorite Features

The gas mileage of 32.5 on the road with the cruise control set at 55 MPH and the satellite radio. The pick up go this little car has is unbelievable.

Suggested Improvements

More convenient audio controls and cruise controls. Hyundai needs to offer more color packages.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Don't Hesitate!

Written by: Claudia on 06/09/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Never thought I'd buy a Hyundai but after considering the Cadillac CTS - it just wasn't as comfortable as I expected it to be for the money, nor did it have all the options I wanted. After looking around on the internet for something comparable I came across the Sonata. My husband and I test drove it & fell in love with it. It's loaded with options, has the 60/40 split rear seat, drives & rides like a dream for 1/2 the price of the CTS! It's a beautiful car. Got the camel/pearl. I'm looking for excuses to go places so I can drive it! You can't go wrong with the warranty, the price and the exceptional value you will get with this beauty!It's everything & more than I'd hoped for.

Favorite Features

The color, Infinity system, dual climate control, safety features, TOO MANY TO LIST!

Suggested Improvements

It would be nice if the passenger seat was also power, otherwise, I can't find anything else I'd want or need. Well, except some kind of air conditioning to leave on if I have the dogs in the car with me and I need to make a stop. Still waiting for a maker to come up with that one.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Real Worth for your hard-earned money

Written by: Lakshmi Naarayanan R on 06/02/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I had shortlisted the Mercedes C300 Sport, Acura TSX 09 and Infiniti G35 for my new car purchase. I never ever thought of going for a Hyundai. I just wanted to test-drive a Sonata and I was quite pleasantly surprised with the ride quality, interiors etc. I paid close to 18,900 for my 09 Sonata and after taxes etc, it was still 12K cheaper than TSX 09 after tax. For my day-to-day office commute and occasional long drive, this car was ideal. In the extra money I saved, I could make my house more comfortable, than showing off with a piece of machinery I use maybe an hour every day. The rated mileage is 21/31 city/highway. But I got 35 mpg on highway on my recent trip and get 25 mpg in city.

Favorite Features

Interiors are cool. Excellent audio interfaces - it has a USB port which can play songs from a simple flash drive! no need of an ipod etc. no need to worry if it your mp3 player has charge or not! The drive is quite comfortable, very less cabin noise. Excellent value for money, good warranty.

Suggested Improvements

Handling seemed a bit fidgety, especially when a hole in the road hits your tire's edges (while turning etc). Absolutely nothing else! Just keep it up!

34 out 35 people found this review helpful

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Best value I could Find

Written by: tuckerjm on 06/01/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Been shopping for a car for 4 years. Intensive research. May not be the best car car, but it is a great car anyway. Definitely the best value for the money in it's class hands down. Feature rich vehicle that you don't pay extra for.

Favorite Features

Dual climate control system. 8 way power driver seat, and stability control.

Suggested Improvements

Better colors inside and out.

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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2009 Sonata

Written by: W. J. on 06/01/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

If the badging were removed, it would be difficult to tell who built it. Hyundai has come a long way since the early Sonatas and have caught if not surpassed the great cars Honda and Toyota had been dominant in for so many years. We are extremely impressed with this build quality Hyundai has put into the Sonata for thousands less than the benchmarks.

Favorite Features

Everything from bow to stern!

Suggested Improvements

A hybrid or electric version would be great!

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Too early to tell....

Written by: Draft Owner on 05/31/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Honestly, I just bought the car for an UNBELIEVABLE price. My out the door price was almost $2000 UNDER invoice! This included tax, tags, title....everything! I wanted to get an '08 4-cyl. because of the $3000 rebate they were offering, but no one had any left, so I "settled" for an '09 for a few hundred dollars more. I'm really glad I did. I love the new interior compared to the '08's, and the extra horsepower and better fuel economy are just added bonuses. I'm used to the old days of smaller cars with better fuel mileage, but the Sonata doesn't do bad for a mid-size car. If it's anywhere near as reliable as C******** R****** says it is, we should be enjoying this car for many years.

Favorite Features

Lots of room! Very quiet ride. I have to be very careful because I'm used to smaller cars, and I feel like I'm driving so slow. The Shiftronic transmission, even though I've hardly used it. Plenty of power for a 4 cylinder. The aux. input for my MP3 player or laptop. Huge trunk.

Suggested Improvements

Telescoping steering wheel on base model. The steering wheel blocks the vent from blowing on my face (which I like). It would be nice to have fog lights and alloy wheels available (at least as an option) on the GLS.

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2009 Sonata - great car

Written by: Mike on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Just got my 09 sonata. 4 cyl with popular eqip. #2. Interior is very classy, Lexus-like. Wood grain is awesome. Dealer said I got the only cocoa metallic in pa. Still on my first tank of gas. Getting 35 on highway @ 65 mph. I did little city driving, but that seems to be around 30 mpg I am a big guy and I fit comfortabally. I test drove a 09 corolla. No comparison. Toyota dealer acted as if I would be doingthem a favor buying their precious Toyota. They seemed shocked I even wanted to test drive it and could not figure out why I needed to take it on the hiway for higher speed driving. This is my 2nd Hyundai, traded a 2003 Santa Fe with 100k on it.

Favorite Features

XM radio. Beautiful interior. 35 MPG. Real quiet ride. Blue dash lighting.

Suggested Improvements

Telescoping steering wheel.

1 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Bill PA

Written by: William Moyer on 05/25/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I only have the car less than a week and I previously owned a 2001 Sonata. WOW, what a difference and surprise. I'm the envy of the whole neighborhood! My fiance is so impressed she's thinking of purchasing one herself!

Favorite Features

The ride and seating comfort and room is incredible!

Suggested Improvements

None that I can find. Hyundai has put out a real gem!

14 out 16 people found this review helpful

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Awesome Ride

Written by: Sonata Boy on 05/24/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I look at several brands (you name it) over the last 3 months, the one car I keep coming back to was the Sonata. I did not purchase because of the great price only; it has a lot of standard equipment and quality. Many talk about trade in value, I say remember Honda and Toyota not many wanted one of them in the beginning. You have to give up the ghost and admit this car is awesome to own, drive and be seen in. I have black with black leather and when I am driving I believe it feels like it cost me over 30 grand. Now the good news; averaging 33.8 mpg on the highway and loving it. If this car is not on your list rethink what you are doing before you buy anything.

Favorite Features

Everything inside and outside. This four cylinders thinks it’s a six.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing, they did it already.

22 out 22 people found this review helpful

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