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Used 2005 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews

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4.25 out of 5 stars

More Bang For Your Buck

Steve Elliott, 05/03/2005
2005 Hyundai Sonata GL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Car handles well when driving even in the rain. Engine noise is not loud so I don't know why other consumer said it was loud. It looks like a Jag car on the road. I'm happy with the driving performance, I have a 4 cylinder and it felt like a V6. I feel Hyundai really wants my business and cares about their customers even long after you buy the car. I feel that Hyundai quality in the GL 2005 Sonata has improved so much that it can compete against Japanese cars. I'm beginning to see more people on the road with a quality car that can't afford a big name brand car like Toyota or Honda. This car safety features are great with standard side impact airbags.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Reliable Used Car at a Low Price

Ledfoot472, 03/24/2009
2005 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I do not own this car, but a family member to whom I recommended it to does, and I do drive it from time to time. Overall, it is a good midsize car. I thas the special edition package that includes heated cloth seats and automatic climate control. Comfort on long drives is fine. The ride is smooth and engine and road noise are well controlled with only an occasional squeak or rattle. The car was purchased with 23k and now has over 40k. Only needed new tires, brakes and belts in addition to regular maintenance, of course. The V- 6 has adequate power, but my much more powerful Azera gets better gas mileage. Overall, a good choice for a reliable used car at a low price.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Drive

Great Car, 05/02/2005
2005 Hyundai Sonata GL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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When I first saw this car on the road I said, hmmmm that looks like a Jaguar, but as I got close I soon learned it was a Hyundai. Well I found myself needing a car a few days ago and shopped around.I stopped by D'arcy Hyundai in Joliet and there it was in the showroom and I immediately fell in love with this car. It had every thing I wanted in a car and it was standard. I also learned that this car came with features that not too long ago were not standard. This was a pleasant surprise. It has the sleek front end look of a Jaguar this is why I purchased it.

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5 out of 5 stars

a great look, price, and comfort

bonafide13, 05/26/2005
2005 Hyundai Sonata LX 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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Just purchased this 2005 used Hyundai Sonata LX. Now, eventhough this car was previously owned by a rent-a car business, has 20,000 miles.. The price and the ride is tops! The car also has a clean bill of health.. I checked... If you want a luxurious looking and feeling midsize car. buy this one!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

GOOD SOLID CAR

DEB, 05/28/2005
2005 Hyundai Sonata LX 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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A GREAT CAR. VERY RELIABLE. GAS MILEAGE IS INCREDIBLE. LUXURIOUS FEEL AND LOOK. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

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