2009 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews

Surprised by Hyundai

Written by: ITSbigeyes on 07/16/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

The Hyundai Sonata really surprised me; the ride is fun. I have a 2009 sedan 4 cyl. It is a beautiful green color. I previously owned a 2005 Honda Accord 6 cyl. auto. which was loaded. Unlike the Honda, I do not see one at every light. The feel and drive of the car is excellent. I cannot tell the difference in the drive of the Hyundai and the Honda Accord. I am averaging close to 30 miles on open highway. it take curves the same as a Honda, which is great. It drives drives great. I am looking forward to taking it to South Carolina.

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WOW!!!

Written by: newguy on 07/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This is the first Hyundai product That I've purchased. I am very impressed overall with this car. The power of the 4cyl is more than sufficient to get on the freeway here in Houston,TX and the cruise at 70mph+. The interior is very well appointed,I recommend the upgrade to power driver's seat and the sunroof!The wheel mounted audio controls are a must! Very nice to drive and handles like a much heavier car, not much road bump transmission!! The exterior is a bit plain,but still nice. I would say that for the money you can't beat this car. It replaced a Chevy HHR, the back seat is large enough to fit my daughter, who is 5'8"! Not bad for a car that gets 28 mpg even in heavy traffic!

Favorite Features

Love the interior, the blue backlighting is a very nice touch. This is a large sedan that fits 5 very well, and gets great gas mileage!!

Suggested Improvements

The exterior could be a bit more stylish, less generic. Hyundai find your style and stick with it!

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My first Hyundai

Written by: Erick on 07/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

My 97 Lexus ES 300 was beginning to age and needed repairs. I decided instead to purchase a new vehicle. After a ton of searching, I settled on a 2009 Sonata. I've put over 500 miles on it and have loved every second of it. After comparing it to the Accord, Camry, and Malibu, I chose the Sonata because I liked it better, regardless of price (even though price was lower). The cabin is very nice and I do not feel as though I've downgraded from my previous Lexus. My initial estimates have me getting around 29mpg with about 50/50 city/hwy driving. Although some people seem to take issue with the steering/handling of the Sonata, I love it. I drive soft and easy, so the car matches my driving well

Favorite Features

Interior is phenomenal, huge trunk, moonroof, XM radio, USB ports, steering wheel audio/cruise controls, instrument panel is very simple with great looks, styling of front grille and headlights, woodgrain accents, premium cloth and VERY comfortable, tons of room even though I'm a big guy at 6'3".

Suggested Improvements

Can't think of many things that I don't LOVE about this car. Telescoping steering would be a nice feature to add to the standard list. More color options for the exterior.

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best buy

Written by: buffalo on 07/13/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Great car - looks really well made. Only minor observation the suspension could be stiffened. Happy I bought it.

Favorite Features

smooth v6

Suggested Improvements

suspension

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Very pleased so far!

Written by: Arbiter on 07/07/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Very pleased so far. Family and I just finished 1800 mile road trip and averaged 31.1 mpg on the way there (A/C on low and cruise set at 73). Averaged 28.0 mpg on way back (A/C on low and averaging 82mph...I wanted to get home!) Traded in 2002 Infiniti I35 so I was accustomed to all the amenities; glad to see that Hyundai didn't disappoint. Got full KBB excellent private party value for trade, $2500 rebate (standard and military), $1000 off after haggling and a free spoiler thrown in. Gas mileage in town is lower than I'd like but that's to be expected with constant stop and go.

Favorite Features

Stereo is great and seats are comfortable. As I get more time behind the wheel I'll write more.

Suggested Improvements

Hate, hate, hate the automatic restart of trip meter after each refuel (MPG, time, etc.)

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Watch out Camry!!!!

Written by: Charlie G on 07/06/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Purchased a 4cyl 09 limited in June. On my 2nd tank and averaging 25mpg locally. Build quality excellent. Previously owned 2 Toyotas, both Avalons but the price point on this car was exceptional. Would recommend highly!

Favorite Features

Voice activation. Navigation/stereo great!

Suggested Improvements

What good is a DVD player if your passengers can't watch it while driving?? Lockout prevents it from playing with car in drive.

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Great car

Written by: Tom on 07/05/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

The 2009 limited model is one great car. Loads of standard equipment at a decent price. The interior is very upscale. We could not be happier with the vehicle. The ride and performance are very good and we are getting over 26mpg in mostly city driving.

Favorite Features

All the standard equipment.

Suggested Improvements

None

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4 cyl surprise

Written by: Homer on 07/04/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I am flabbergasted at the smoothness and agility of the Sonata 4 cyl. It surpasses anything I ever expected. I have been driving a 3.8 V-6 with every conceivable option. This Sonata beats the pants off my old car even though I liked it a lot. Mileage is in the low 30's, pick up is surprisingly quick and quiet. The ride is great, albeit not quite as good as my XG350. It handles very well with a good feel on the road and in traffic. It has enough options to be comfortable and complete.

Favorite Features

quiet engine, spunky response, cool lighting on dash at night. Could use a tad better radio and sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Full size spare. Aluminum wheels standard. Above all, a decent sounding horn. Memory seat on driver side.

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If I can sell them I can buy them

Written by: Matt on 07/03/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I recently purchased a 2009 Sonata after selling them for about a year now. I am very impressed whith my own hyundai after having sold so many I now know why they sell so very well!!!

Favorite Features

What's not to love?

Suggested Improvements

None

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I love this car.....

Written by: LidaRose on 07/02/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I researched and drove other cars for 3 months. My short list also included the Fusion, Camry and Accord. I kept going back to this one because I got everything I was looking for without having to buy a package (or not be able to get it at all) not to mention the warranty. The Camry had shifting issues, the Fusion didn't have stability control, the Accord dashboard was ugly and confusing. I only have 1000 miles on it, but so far it's been an amazing car. I'm getting 21-22 mpg avg city and hwy combined. I got the SE auto - had a Taurus and the v6 best fit what I was used to driving. It has more than enough power for me. It handles well, shifts so smoothly and looks great too.

Favorite Features

Comfort, dashboard controls, colors, handling - a little 'looser' than the Taurus but I got used to it quickly, power of the v6, telescoping wheel, steering wheel controls for the radio, roomy back seat and lots of headroom in front, all the storage nooks and crannies in front.

Suggested Improvements

All are nitpicky but the visors are VERY hard to 'unhook' to use - especially when driving. It rolls backward much more than I'd like when stopped on a hill. Also, would like the driver's seat to go back farther than it does.

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