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5 out of 5 stars

has not any big problems

unitydnk, 09/16/2019
2008 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

247,000 miles and still going strong even though I have not been good about regular maintenance.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

It's just a reliable car...

meathead1986, 06/28/2012
2008 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Bought this car back in May after having to get rid of my baby(1996 nissan 240sx). Overall it is a great vehicle but there are reasons for my non 5 star review. First I have a fully loaded platinum edition and there was no nav installed. That's a huge ding for me (Hyundai seems to have fixed this with new models). Second the paintis EXTREMELY thin so when you get a door ding it takes off every layer of paint. and the whole exterior of the car seems like they went and raided other manufacturers parts bins to throw it together... it has a little of every brand in it if you pay attention. having said that it is a great car and it does what it's built to do. And I would reccomend it.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Duh!

VolsFan, 05/03/2009
2008 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I replaced a 2003 Toyota Avalon XLS with the 2008 Sonata Limited V6 and LOVE IT! I've had it about 16 months now and am 100% satisfied. I, like others, was a little cautious of buying a Hyundai but have zero regrets. I really wanted a Prius when I started looking but the price was in the stratosphere and figured it would take 5+ years to make up the difference in gas. I looked at the Avalon's and Camry's but just couldn't justify the HUGE price difference. The interior design and quality is not on par with the Avalon, but is nearly as good as the Camry. It was all the bundled features: V6, traction and stability control, safety features, Infinity audio, and creature comforts that sold me.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best vehicle I have ever owned

Shrizit Koirala, 07/24/2019
2008 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my Sonata 2008 in 2014 with 101k miles on it. Just recently hit 165k. Back then I was looking for a used Accord, Camry or Altima, but I opted for the Sonata as I couldn't find anything else. I was very skeptical back then knowing that Hyundai would eventually have a bad resale value. I couldn't have been more wrong. This is one of the most reliable vehicles I've owned. I live in Minnesota and I have done multiple trips to South Dakota and Illinois on this car. I did have to do some brake work (which I don't blame the vehicle for as parts do eventually wear out). It handles snow pretty well (Tbh depends on your tires), but I've never had the car die on me during winter months. This vehicle started absolutely with no problems during the 2019 crazy Polar Vortex Storm, whereas my co-workers' Dodge Caravan 2015 and Ford Fusion 2014 would not start (as temperatures were as low as -55F on some days). Not to mention the amazing suspensions in the vehicle which do feel better than the 2016 Rav 4. For a car with a 4 cyl engine it provides a surprising power and acceleration. Only thing that I don't like about this vehicle is the bland color inside and the light colored interior (which will look pretty dirty eventually). Currently I drive it to work 65 miles one way, and it has given me no issues whatsoever. Also it does not have an aux port or bluetooth, and I have had to rely on radio and CDs (Yes CDs!) to play music, but the speakers sound great. If you're looking for a reliable vehicle than I doubt it can get any more reliable than this car. Surprisingly it's fun to drive and I absolutely love the moon roof.

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4 out of 5 stars

Hey there sexy!

Brian, 10/08/2017
updated 04/12/2018
2008 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

After looking over all the brands I decided on this Sonata as it had the best value. It comes equipped with electronic stability control anti-lock brakes dual airbags I've been averaging about 28 miles per gallon between just driving around town in a little bit of some Turnpike driving. I bought this car with 137000 miles on it, and so far I am very happy that first thousand miles have been very rewarding.

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