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Used 2009 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

sonata limited I4 2009

Alex, 09/21/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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This car is more comfortable than the 06 sonata. I get 26 mpg in the city and freeway combined. It is quiet and the stereo is the best. Love the xm and the price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

After Testing Servral Autos

BrianMac, 08/28/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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I test drove 7 autos in this category and nothing came close to the comfort or the ride quality or the PRICE. We have the Limited V6 with everything but GPS. I kept reading reviews that the handling was all that great, our other car is a Avalon and I fail to see the difference. I researched this car for three years while comparing it to others and price/feature wise nothing comes close. Large trunk and well shaped with fold down rear seats, some have a pass thru.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Various Concerns

Richard, 12/17/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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Had to replace automatic on and off light sensor did not work when purchased. Carpet had to be replaced because of rips. After car warms up transmission shifts very roughly between 1st and 2nd gears and sometimes between 2nd and 3rd. I was told that the transmission was an inter active unit and would soon smooth out after the break in period. The car has over 6000 miles now and nothing has changed since the day I purchase it. Also it emits a foul rubbery smell from the heating or air vents. Smells like air coming out of a tire. If steering is turned to quickly to either lock position car will cut off. Bought to the attention of the dealer the shifting concern but was told this is normal

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car, 2nd Review

bdemick, 08/30/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I have owned the vehicle for 9 months & 16,000 mi. and it is still a great car! No problems, great ride & handling, good performance from the 4 cyl. engine and on highway trips over 37 mpg! Love all the standard features and a warranty that shames Toyota & Honda and many more. If all the vehicles in its class cost the same I'd still pick the Sonata. What a bonus that its thousands less!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

It's what Honda and Toyota used to be

milesclew, 08/28/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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Buying this vehicle loaded gives you most every creature comfort the average driver could want. You just don't get to have a "premium" label on your grill. The ride performance and comfort is top notch, easily matching the Camry or Accord but at a reasonable price. The warranty is great but the quality probably means you won't need the benefits of the warranty; though the security is nice to have. Until recently Hyundai were looked at much the way early Toyotas and Hondas were seen. It took time to realize that these cars were of high quality. For a "family sedan" you can't beat the package you get. Love my nav system, bluetooth, leather, powre and heated seats, remote start...

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