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Used 2011 Hyundai Sonata Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I have ever owned

Maureen Shea, 08/29/2016
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This car is amazing for the price. have owned many from Jeeps to Hondas to Audi. This Sonate is smooth, it's quiet and has great pickup. The interior is roomy and comfortable, the trunk is huge! Only concern is snow/ice - it is not as good as can be in those conditions.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Value, Value, Value

zudnic, 06/03/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have had this car for about ten weeks and am pleased. This car is an excellent value. The GLS model comes with all the bells and whistles standard, including USB, Bluetooth (both phone and MP3/Pandora capability), steering wheel radio controls, manual-override 6-speed transmission, etc. And Hyundai Assurance and the 100k mile warranty. It is comfortable and smooth to drive. Well-built. My quibbles are in visibility - the B-pillar is chunky and the rear visibility is horrendous. I also quibble that you can't disable XM, forcing you to flip through all three stations on the wheel. If you want leather or a sunroof, go for a higher package but you can't beat the GLS for the money

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5 out of 5 stars

Test Drove and Loved!

bsavoie93, 03/22/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I went and test drove this car today. Immediately when I sat in it, it was incredibly comfortable. I'm 6'4" and there is more than enough room and the seats are perfect. It took no time at all for me to find a comfortable driving position unlike most other cars I've driven or drive where it takes several times of driving to get comfortable. The acceleration with the 2.0 Turbo is fantastic, I barely tapped the gas and I was at 80. It rode so well down the road. The car also has a strong and solid feel. Now since I've only test drove it and don't own one YET I'm not sure how reliability is. I'm sure its fine since all the other reviews haven't said anything too bad, but only time will tell.

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5 out of 5 stars

Previous Maxima Owner

kytoepro, 05/23/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful

My previous three cars have been Nissan Maximas. And while I have been satisfied with the ride and dependability of that car, I felt like I wanted something different. After reading all of the reviews and having test drives of some pretty good competitors, I chose the Sonata turbo. To me, the interior is as nice as the Mercedes C300 and nicer than the Lexus IS250 that I tested. The price was unbelievable for all of the options that I got (Limited, Turbo, nav system, Nitrogen filled tires). My purchasing experience was excellent and the warranty is great. I have had the car three days and it performs beautifully. I am very pleased with my purchase.

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1 out of 5 stars

2011 SONATA GLS 88K MILES EMVINE SEIZED

Melissa, 07/28/2015
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful

Besides the countless amount of recalls. Two weeks ago driving in the highway the car engine seized no warning signs at all. Thank goodness i was able to get the car off to the side w 2 children in the car. The warranty doesn't cover it because I'm the 2nd owner. Which is frustrating bc the internet is full of the same compliant. Damn even the mechanic said it was the 4th one he seen in a month same issue. Obviously its a defect Hyundai should stand up and help their customers. Car is sitting at dealers and I still owe 2 more years

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