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Best Looking Hybrid out there

coolhokie, 02/29/2012
2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
12 of 31 people found this review helpful

I just purchased Sonata hybrid with the leather package in Pearl White. It is absolutely greatest hybrid. I love how it looks inside and out. Anywhere I look at this vehicle makes me smile. Hyundai really did an excellent job of making this vehicle. Can't wait to drive it again.

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Great Hybrid Car, But not great MPG

vijayrkp, 08/27/2012
2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful

I bought 2012 Sonata Hybrid last week, I drove on the local roads & highway, It's averaging 36. I was expecting 40mpg on highway, but it was 38 only on highway. Car has great interior, beautiful exterior, comfort ride. I love it. I guess, the mileage will improve after 1st oil change.. not sure, will see. Still 36 is okay mileage compare to other cars.

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With intelligent driving, this car delivers excellent mileage

ohio_pop, 02/15/2013
2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have 2 Sonata hybrids a 2011&12. The cars are roomy and provide excellent comfort. The ride is extremely smooth especially on the highway. For folks larger than petite or who have joint mobility issues, this car provides the most driver/front passenger leg room and ease of entry and exit. The controls are intuitive and the beeping signals - engine on/off, key in car etc easy to follow - somewhat similar to how a pet would communicate with you. The trick to getting excellent mileage is to use cruise control as much as possible - even in city traffic. This maximizes use of the electric vs. gas engine. I consistently get >40 mpg-see fueleconomy.gov OH entries. Luv driving this car!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car!

Tony D, 06/07/2022
2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought this car in 2014, I asked the salesman why nobody has purchased this beautiful car, it only had 50 miles on it, and was a new car? he said she just hasn't found a home. He took $8,000 dollars off the price and i bought her. this is a very good car. had a few recalls, but they were fixed right away she drives excellent, usually bucked a little in the cold winter. on the highway watch out. this baby is fast! I'm on my eighth year now and was worried about the hybrid battery. I did some online research and read that Hyundai gave the original owners of the 2012 sonata hybrid a lifetime free replacement at no cost. no matter the mileage or years? does anybody know if this is true?

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Best Car I’ve Ever Owned!

Tracy, 08/31/2018
2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I could not believe a hybrid could have so much kick! It bursts away when the light turns green and leaves nearby drivers wondering if it really said “hybrid” on the back. It is so much fun to drive. This car has all of the gizmos and goodies available in 2012 except the moonroof, upgraded sound system, backup camera, and navigation screen. Truly, I did not miss them from the comfort of the leather bucket seats, with XM Sirius pumping out my favorites, and that sweet burst of speed when passing on the highway. All of this and the gas savings, too- around 32 in the city and 39 on the highway, but there are driving techniques you can use to raise the highway mileage to the mid 40’s... my altimeter favorite!

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