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4.63 out of 5 stars

Hyundai Sonata

Ferguson, 10/25/2004
2005 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is a great care for the money. Good features and one of the best warranties. Made an outstanding second car.

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3 out of 5 stars

should have waited on 2006

John, 05/21/2006
2005 Hyundai Sonata GL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I had a 99 Elantra with 160,000 miles and it was a great car. I saw an ad for the 2006 Sonata and went to a local dealership. He told me that it would be several months before the 2006 Sonata would be available and wouldn't have any discounts for 6 months after release. I gave in and purchased the 2005 GL with the power moonroof as the only luxury. They gave me nothing for my tradein. The salesman kept me so busy using the shifter that I didn't notice the 4cyl engine vibration. I did the first day I took it to work and brought it in to be checked out, they told me all the 4 cyl vibrate that badly and there was nothing that could be done. I have had people stop carpooling because of it.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A-OK

justine, 09/17/2005
2005 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I really like my car, a Silver, 2004 Hyundai, Sonata. I bought it brand new in July 2004 and have put about 9000 miles on it so far. The only thing I had a problem with was the fact that a few months ago the circuit for all of the windows went out, none would go up or down and the dealership I went to for help told me I would have to wait a week to fix the windows. Beyond the window problem, I do love my car. I also like the fact that the exterior design makes it look like i spent a lot more money on the Sonata than I actually did. Overall, I am very happy with my car.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Beware Windshield Wipers

Jim, 04/04/2007
2005 Hyundai Sonata GL 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful

Hyundai won't admit this and the dealership says it's a recurring issue and nothing can be done...the windshield wipers just stop working....rain or snow. It's a MAJOR safety issue and there is no remedy. I've owned two Hyundai's and I'll NEVER buy another. Unless you want to jeopardize your life or the life of you children, don't buy this vehicle unless this problem is permanently remedied by Hyundai.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great buy!

hi, 07/12/2005
2005 Hyundai Sonata GLS Special Value 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Very pleased with the car, smooth driving and good power. Very well equiped for the price.

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