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4.63 out of 5 stars

8 months so far so good

Billy, 06/11/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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The car is doing well for my driving. It is easy to get 25 mpg or better while around town and 30 to 35 on the highway depending on wind and temp.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Very reliable

Sandy1123, 06/09/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I've been driving the Sonata for a couple of years now and I can't stop harping on its astounding ride quality and handling. The plush interiors and space are also great. My only quarrel with the car is the rather low mileage.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

A Bit of a Rough Ride

Frank, 08/08/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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Bought it last month ... put 1500 miles on it with two out of state trips + local driving. MPG=20/30 ... I traded up from a 2000 Elanta ... the bored out 2.0 engine is needed for this car because its 550lbs more than the Elantra. That's only .1L more on each cylinder to give it 2.4L. It works as a wanabe 6cyl. I like the car even though it rides a bit stiff and takes the bumps & cracks a bit rough ... accentuates the pot holes ... OUCH!... needs a bit softer suspension ... I had the Michaelin tires on the Elantra also ... they stunk & wore out in less than a year ... maybe changing them would also help the ride! Would have been nice if they threw in some rear splash shields. Great Deal !

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Second Sonata

duaned, 10/21/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Purchased a new Limited with everything except nav system. Traded a Toyota Avalon and no regrets. Recently returned from a 2500 mile road trip and no problems. When not fighting a head wind, managed 32 mpg at 79 mph with the V6. Overall city around 22 mpg. This car has plenty of power and conveniences. Climate control works very well. Mostly quiet car except on textured, pebbled roads etc. (May change tires for quieter ride) Very little wind noise. Front buckets ok but a little short in the seat and leg room for a taller person. Can't stretch out legs when driving. Love the XM radio but expected a more refined sound from the Infinity system.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Still a great car

Catfish, 06/14/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Reviewed this car when I first purchased it. Gave it a great review as most people do with a brand new car. Now that I have some miles on it thought it only fair to update the review. It is still a great car. Just finished a 3000+ mile trip through 10 states and this car performed superbly. Drove in very hilly country, pouring rain, heat, interstates, two lane etc. Average about 26mpg. Lots of interstate driving with A/C on. couple hundred miles city driving to boot. Car is quiet, comfortable and drives like a dream. Love the shiftronic transmisson in the mountains. Car is not perfect but for the money is darn close.

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