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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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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best deal out there

DL, 08/30/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I've read a lot of these reviews, especially before I bought the Sonata. I am glad I did. For the money it is a great deal. The 32 mpg on the highway is right and that is with the AC on and 70 mph. It cruises nicely on the highway. Dash controls are easy and make sense. Back seat is roomy compared to others. Some reviews were unimpressed with handling, and it is a bit soft, but still very good. My only complaint is the suspension; it is clunky on a bumpy road. If Hyundai solves that issue they will have an unbeatable car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best mid-sized sedan for the money

Robert Mayer, 12/22/2008
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I took my time in my search for new sedan to replace the wife's Saturn SL2, driving just about everything available under $25K. Our main criteria were: 1) larger and more comfortable than the SL2 (I'm 6'4"), 2) automatic transmission, 3) 4-cylinder for respectable gas mileage (our weekly commuting is 250+ miles), 4) leather seats, 5) power adjustable driver's and passenger's side mirrors. After driving a dozen or so cars, I cut my list down to the VW Jetta, Mazda 6, Saturn Aura, Nissan Altima, and the Sonata. I think I would have been happy with any of these, but when the price was factored in, it became no contest with the Sonata beating them all by $2500-$4500.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

well worth the money

value buyer, 09/02/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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Sonata beats other cars in its class when it comes to the performance/price ratio.

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5 out of 5 stars

so far GREAT!!!!

bayou man, 09/06/2009
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
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After much research and comparisons we decided on the SE v6, this style gave us more standard options than any of the others. Plus several other options added at no extra charge, add in the warranty and it was a easy decision. It may have a little less horsepower rating than some of the top competitors but unless you buy it to drag race, or want to exceed 145 mph I think it is more than efficient. You get advantage of great gas mileage 32.5 hyway,would only wish I could have got that kind of mileage with my 63 Impala SS W/ SAME HP. BEATS OUR 2.5L V6 mAZDA by a long shot.Ride is awesome, quite, smooth and precise, interior is great. Find a better deal than this buy it.

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