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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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5 out of 5 stars

Well done, Hyundai

j. l. robinson, 08/22/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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We've only had our Sonata (with automatic) about one month, but we are impressed. We took it on the road for over 1,300 miles and averaged from 38-42 mpg. It rides quietly and comfortably with excellent handling in both dry and very wet weather----no brake problems. The engine seems fully competent and responds well. All systems perform as advertised. Trunk space is wonderful and the fold-down rear seat backs provide a most spacious cargo area----big enough for us to carry an antique rocker----without sacrificing cabin quietness. Of course, we had limited time with the Sonata, but so far so very good!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Why Buy A Camry when you have Sonata?

mike, 12/20/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I test drove a Camry, Accord, Nissan 2.5s and Mazda 6, then Sonata last. I am a Toyota guy, or should I say "was". The Sonata was about $4k less at the start, has better quality interior, more HP under the hood, is quieter, and handles better than the Camry. It is not quite as crisp as the other three, but it is a different drive. And it is so quiet inside, nicely designed. So, Toyota, I am now a Hyundai guy.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

12000+ on the odo and still diggin' it

still very happy, 08/29/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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This is my 3rd review and I now have over 12,000 miles on my Sonata. I recently averaged 31.6 mpg on a family trip at speeds between 75 & 80 mph, which seems to validate the "broken-in engine gets better gas mileage" statement. My ONLY gripe thus far is the low tire pressure warning light that comes on intermediately in error. Not the end of the world, but annoying when you find yourself pulling over to check your tire inflation for no reason. Otherwise, for above-average "basic" transportation, this car is hard to beat. I'd even recommend this car to my enemies.

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