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Too good to be true? No! Got my cake and ate it too!
keydet88, 02/26/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've had my Sonata SE 2.0L Turbo for 3 weeks now and still can't understand how Hyundai can offer a 274HP Turbo sedan with BMW like build quality and safety, for less than $25K off the lot. Even on the 2.0L Turbo, you can still negotiate with Hyundai and get it for at least $1K under invoice. I did. The turbo is quiet and makes for a quick car. If you don't kick the turbo constantly, you will realize the posted fuel mileage. Voice recognition system is a little clumsy and the XM radio sound quality is subpar compared to MP3's through an iPod. Be aware that Hyundai hides the warranty on the NAV system; it's only 36K or 3yrs. Handling is not an Audi, but awesome for $25K sedan.
Styling and bang for the buck can't be beat.
peter95949, 03/20/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a lot of car for the $$! The styling is a head-turner. Not only have people stopped to ask me about the car, but when I see one on the road ahead of me, I mistake it for a Jag. At 11,000 miles, mileage has improved and returns a consistent 38mpg on the open road at 70+ mph. Slow down to 55, and the reading jumps to 40+ mpg! City driving returns about 24mpg if there is a little freeway driving mixed in.
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Time will tell - Getting disappointed day by day
ding9888, 02/16/2012
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
When we bought this car in April 2010, we were so excited and thought it was great value - good looking, great freeway mileage etc. There were some minor problems (the handle bars fell off within 1/2 year) but we were okay as long as the engine runs well. However in less than 2 years, we kind of regret it. Since January we have visited the service department 4 times in less than 2 months: 1. Engine lights on 2. Starter broke and was replaced 3. Oil leak 4. More oil leak after less than 2 weeks This car only has 29K miles. Although these were all covered by warranty, it's not fun to visit the service dept. every other week. I don't need free car wash anymore.
Disappointed with 2011 Sonata GLS
VIV 55, 11/09/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Car is attractive, spacious and standard bluetooth is appealing. However there is little else to celebrate. Steering is poor: It vibrates on uneven road surface, makes odd sounds on deep turns. Steering feels unstable and unsafe. Engine rattle/vibration when in slow traffic. Low power on inclines; car slides back before going forward.
Great vehicle, one complaint
George, 09/29/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have nothing bad to say about my 2011 Hyundai Sonata in regards to the performance. I feel it is a great car for the money and you cant beat the warranty.
A Major Defect
taciturn, 08/30/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My Sonata is 3 months old. This review is exclusively to warn all potential buyers of a major defect that Hyundai is aware of, yet is doing nothing about. Namely; the steering wheel locks up when you turn the car off. This was supposedly an anti-theft device the company came up with. However, when the steering wheel inadvertently locks up, the driver must furiously shake the steering wheel back and forth to disengage the locking device. Naturally, my family and I learned this the hard way. Getting stuck, being unable to get the device to disengage. 2 Hyundai dealers now tell me that the company is aware of this problem. Wow, that's impressive !
Oops I should have got smt else,,,smt reliable
peter127, 06/11/2013
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Had for a little over 2 years, lately I have been going to a delearship often to have issues fixed. Major issues I found were, engine won't start, thankfully I was in town. Front door won't unlock with a remote, I had to use back door to open front door last time I did that was ,,,,never ,,,Current issue, I heard a hamming sound from the dashboard, it actually felt like some one was mowing grass, honestly I rolled down my window to check. They said it was at the back of the radio unit and they took out the whole unit including gps. Guess what I am driving, a car with a big hole on my dashboard,,that could be ok but I feel it is not reliable. Better spend ur hard earned money on reliable car!
hyundai overall fail
buckeyeclair, 11/15/2012
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
within the first week of owning this vehicle parts started falling off. The interior is cheap and I've had to have the fuel door replaced multiple times. Not only that but after maintaining my hyundai regularly it stalled our of no where (no check engine light, no oil light, no warning) and died. IT was towed to the local hyundai dealer where they said they had to jump it to get it into the service bay then stated they reved the engine and it died. Hyundai is now saying it is my fault for not maintaining the vehicle and they will not cover the cost of the engine. I am now completely with out a vehicle unless I pay over 8k for a brand new engine on a leased vehicle less than 2 years old.
Love my 2011 Sonata
faithhope2011, 07/12/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I got my 2011 Sonata in March and I will say that I have never thought I would own a Hyundai again. I had a 2000 Hyundai Accent and then a 2002 Hyundai Accent and I was very disappointed with car. But since the new model came out for the Sonata I was totally in love with the way it looked and I honestly was willing to give Hyundai another try and I'm happy I did. I had a Mazda 6 and I'm happy I no longer have that car. The Sonata is so much better hands down. When I went to test drive the Sonata has soon as I sat in the car I was sold. My father went from a S class Mercedes to the Hyundai Eqqus and I thought why not try it out. I guess I can say that we are now a "Hyundai Family".
Great Value...suspect build quality
ryster, 04/30/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 14 people found this review helpful
My 2011 Sonata GLS w/PEP2 is now 1-year old. From a value for the money perspective, the car is outstanding. High level of standard features that cost way more in the competition. The build quality of the car, however, is very questionable. After only 1-year and 14,300 miles, my Sonata is full of rattles. Door panels, dash, rear parcel shelf, center console...rattles everywhere. The dealer said they would need to remove the entire dash to "attempt" to fix the dash rattle. I normally keep cars 3-4 years, however the Sonata will be traded much sooner than that. Just need to find a suitable replacement.
Sold
LS, 02/28/2016
updated 09/01/2017
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Traded the Sonata with 74000 miles on it.Was a good car for me. I especially miss the 275hp 2.0 Turbo mated to the awesome 6 speed with paddle shift. This engine-gearbox combination should be in all of their cars. Anyway, I am now driving a 2016 Elantra GT 2.0. It handles well, goes well and I am getting 28mpg regularly cuty and highway mix.
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A Sonata Weekend
Rusty Pinto, 04/21/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Rented 2011 Sonata on recent extended weekend trip to SC. My basis for comparisons - Currently drive 2006 Sonata LX (V6). First impressions - Looks even better than in pictures. On the road - Impressive. While difference in power compared to V6 is noticed, adjusted driving style to adapt to four cylinder and a bit of time to settle in found me pleased. Quiet. Handles quite well. Tranny is very smooth. Ride is a nice compromise between hardness of sport and comfort of luxury. This is the entry level model and it was full of great features including BlueTooth and XM. Fit & Finish - Sleek and well built. Hyundai has taken a good car and made it great. Must resist the urge to trade!
I'm done with this car and Hyundai Motor Co.
andrewg55, 08/07/2012
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love the styling and power from the 2.4 motor, but that's about it. The gas mileage is not what it is supposed to be, get about 21 City and never see over 32 HWY. The "leather" seats are cheap and hard. The suspension is rough and steering feels fake. The car has had transmission issues, steering recalls, brake sensor problems causing the car to not start, water leaks causing me to take the car in 4 times and eventually having to have a Hyundai engineer determine that the roof was not sloped right and then they had to do body work on the car to correct it! XM antenna shorted out and headliner had to be replaced all do to this problem.
Nice!
ViniG, 03/01/2016
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I owned Nissan before I got 2011 used Sonata with less than 100k miles. Overall happy with it.
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Not Bad for a $20K Car
romil01, 01/06/2013
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have 38K miles on the car...my lease ends in May 13. Overall, it has been a good car, although a bit on the boring side. Reliability has been excellent. I had to bring the car in for a recall early on during ownership, but it was a quick and painless process and Hyundai provided me with a $25 Visa gift card as an apology for the inconvenience of bringing the car in. The initial sales experience and all subsequent servicing at multiple Hyundai dealers have been outstanding. Hyundai seems to go out of its way to be friendly and efficient. Only issues are some cheap, hard plastic on the interior which squeak often over rough roads and the poor steering which is always off-center.
Danger Alert for 2011 Hyundai Sonata!
mommyt, 04/22/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I loved this car. I drove it for a week before it almost killed myself my son and my husband. The steering wheel whipped out of my hands and the next thing I knew, we were in the oncoming lane! I had to fight with all of my strength to bring it back and keep it over for the distance of around 6 car lengths while the wheel shook and jerked to the left. Thank God there was no oncoming traffic or there would have been a head on collision! In the end...after being handed a lot of bull crap, I made them take the car back. They Hyundai Corporation never contacted us to even apologize. They are not going to warn any customers either. So I am. I'll never drive a Hyundai of any kind again!
Best Sonata in Honlulu
Gerry H, 01/13/2017
updated 07/23/2020
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best Car!!!!! I have ever owned. We own a 2011 and 2015 Sonata and have not ever had an issue.
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WoW!
e2stang, 12/23/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my car on 4 Dec 2010, from Brown's Manassas Hyundai in Northern VA and first off, the dealership experience was EXCELLENT! Next the car is an absolute GEM! I got rid of my 01 E55 AMG for this Gas Saving Technological Masterpiece! Can you say 35MPG! I filled up on 4 Dec and as of today 23 Dec I am still riding on my full tank with over 350 miles logged! Excellent Nav, Bluetooth and overall ride quallity. No more expensive repairs (Benz) with the build of the new Sonata and warranty! Enough room in the back to semi-stretch my legs out and I am 6ft tall. Bought this over a Toyota Avalon. I just can't get over the amenities the car offers and did I say 35MPG on 87 Octane!
My Third Sonata too!
jlwibanks, 04/12/2013
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought a 2011 Sonata slightly used with 9k miles on it and got a great deal from a Dallas, TX dealership. I traded in my Chrysler 300c Hemi - I was sick of driving it from gas station to gas station. What a revalation the Sonata is! It is so much easier to drive and cornering is way better than the 300c which just felt like a tank. Yes the Hemi had more power, but the Sonata is lighter and really does need it. I was very curious about real-world gas mileage so the first day I bought it, I took it round trip from Dallas to Plano and back on mixed city/highway driving. I averaged 35.7 mpg on the freeway cruising at 75 mph - I am sure if I went slower, it would probably be closer to 40.
19K and running strong
luvmelmuch, 10/07/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Hyundai in Jan and have put over 19K miles on it so far. I have changed the oil and rotated tires. This car has preformed wonderfully. The Gas mileage is wonderful and the fit and finish is very good. My engine has not had any issues and makes no strange noises. The seats are comfortable and I have driven long distances and did not arrive tired or beat up. The XM radio and stereo work really well.
I love my sonata
Bg, 02/09/2018
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well I bought this car with 10,000 miles on it in 2015 I drove 1200 miles a week in for a year or so I now have 130,000 miles on it still runs great services are very reasonable the only thing I had to replace was a starter at 80,000 miles and the throttle body went out other than that just breaks tires and oil changes great car for the money the car loves the highway
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Good car. Good value.
mcastro2, 09/03/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have driven my Sonata 2011 for about 15K miles so far. Haven't had a problem yet. When I was in the market I looked at Toyota, Camry and Ford midsize sedan models. After comparing cost, features and gas mileage, the Sonata gave me the most bang for my buck. So I went head and bought a 2011 Sonata GLS. I have a long commute to work and have put nearly 15K miles on the car. I brought it in for scheduled services but nothing else. If I had to pick on something about my Sonata is that the engine has a rattling noise since the beginning. It almost sounds like a Diesel engine. I asked the dealer about this and they told me that it is normal and there are no repairs needed.
love/hate relationship with this car
karolewithak, 10/28/2012
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I enjoy riding in and driving this car - when I can keep it out of the shop. The service department people are great to me but can't seem to get all of the problems fixed. So far, the brake sensor went out, had a steering part recall, replaced the shift knob. There's an AC-related intermittent knock in the glove box area that a new AC compressor didn't fix it. Something in the steering or suspension rattles over rough road or bad parking lots. A new strut assembly didn't help. The auto lock works but doesn't beep, but does double-beep when I unlock it. Sometime the driver window won't go back up, but the service guys can't duplicate that. It's tiresome.
Sonata Limited
doug130, 10/15/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have 6000 miles .....just great around car..looks good...rides good...by far best value in this car segment. Have owned many hondas....the sonata is hands down a better value with same quality
mpg better than epa ratings
blisowski, 06/21/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Recently we got 40.7 mpg on straight hwy at 65 mph keeping the rpms below 2000. First i did not trust the computer but it proved to be accurate. I called my dealer and they were not all that surprised--so it does day on the sticker up to 41 mph. I am at 5200 and will continue to update data.
Good car, bad tires
snowman888, 02/10/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Nice car in general. Not sure why they decided to make such low profile tires standard equipement on the SE and Turbo. Totally impractical for most people. Perhaps in Korea they devote resources maintaining their roads. Here in New England, the smallest of potholes will cause a flat, of which I experienced two in the first week. I have since "upgraded" to the base 16" wheels. Significant improvement in ride and durability. Also agree that the steering sometimes feels that it wants to pull to the left. Not always, and mostly in the left lane when the road slopes away from the center. Prefer the feel of traditional hydraulic power steering. Otherwise nice car and good value.
Best car I've ever had!
kelley9, 04/28/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2011 Sonata Turbo since February and I love it. I could not be happier with the performance, features, look of the car and the great customer service that Hyundai had offered since I leased my car. In addition, the warranty and unlimited roadside service is the icing on the cake. I would recommend the Sonata - or any Hyundai to all of my friends and family. I leased my car from Temecula Hyundai - no pressure, great customer service, great follow up - if you live in the San Diego area I would recommend visiting them if you are in the market for a new car.
Fog Horn Blues
nodlev33, 10/08/2014
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my Sonata Limited 2.4 Turbo new in 2011. Initial pulling to the left was remedied by local alignment. With 36K on the odometer I noticed a foghorn-like sound emitting from under the hood whenever coming to a stop, and when the outside temperature was high. Initially, I suspected the brake system but then happened to come to a full stop, shift into neutral, and increase rpm's. Voila!!! The turbocharger. A couple of days at the local Hyundai dealer, and all was perfect. The problem has thankfully not re-occurred.
On my third Hyundai
bdb07, 04/07/2013
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned the '03, '05, & the '11 sonata's, and I am sold on the car. I love the look, the reliability, & gas mileage of the car. The front seat is a little uncomfortable. It's just shaped unusual. I love the bluetooth hookup. The stock stereo sounds good, but I don't blast my music. My window tint is holding up very well. I love the huge trunk, & the fact that you can tip the back seats down to make room for longer items from the trunk. Stock tires didn't last long at all, but I've replaced them with better tires with long warranty. The car rides quiet & handles great. When I'm ready to buy another car...I will be looking at another Hyundai
Koreans top the game
AeL, 03/10/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2005 Sonata V6 with everything on it. Loved the car, but needed a CUV for occupation. Mileage on the 2007 Santa Fe SE was miserable. Enough that I decided I wasn't a CUV/SUV person after all. Great CUV, tho, especially for the money. Recently decided I should start looking at sedans once again to get out from under the poor mileage. Took one look at the 2011 Sonata and was hooked just from the exterior styling. I wasn't worried about reliability or safety, since we've owned 4 other Hyundais. What a terrific car for the price, or even for thousands MORE!!! I'm still trying to get used to ALL the features on this car and the ride is quiet, punchy and terrific!
Lovin' it
airforceguy, 06/21/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ok, I have only owned mine for about a month, so I can't speak to reliability yet, but as for everything else, it's near perfect. The car doesn't feel cheap at all. It's intelligently put together, it's an ergonomic dream, the gas mileage is phenominal (I'm averaging about 33.5 mpg and 510 miles to a tank), it's quiet/rides smooth, the optional equipment upgrade(s) are excellent, and it's a great value overall. What more could you want in a car? It is a little "knocky" sounding at low speeds though, I don't like that very much, but it's a great highway car. It's ridiculous how quiet and comfortable this car is on the open road! The lumbar support is great. Buy this car!
Impressed by first Hyundai
fwypilot, 04/18/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is our first Hyundai. Between my wife and I, we have put on about 3500 miles (70/30 Hwy/Cty). Gas mileage has been averaging around 27-28 mpg. I am 6 ft. 3 in. tall and my wife is 5 ft. 2 in. We both find the seats to be comfortable and supportive. Our car had a mid level upgrade that came with Nav/XM/iPod/Bluetooth. The 300+ watt stereo with Dimensions brand speakers produces quality sound (not earth shaking) with a variety of music. Interior fit and finish seem to be spot on. Exterior has been holding up well. I just finished a drive to Vegas from L. A. and found the ride to be very smooth, quiet and solid, qualities we didn't expect with Hyundai. Don't pass this car up!
Overall, it's nice
areacode704, 01/28/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
But I'm concerned. The suspension is too tight--I feel every little bump in the road. And what is obviously something that is going to have to be addressed by Hyundai is the fact the car pulls dramatically to the left at speeds higher than 40 mph. I took it to the dealership shortly after I bought it to get it looked at. I was told that the steering is electronic and that it was due to the crown of the road that the car pulls to the left. Then I got home and did a google search for "Hyundai Sonata pulls to the left" and WOW! Many are having this problem and Hyundai pretends the issue doesn't exist. I'm going to give it a chance and go back to the dealership armed with new knowledge.
102K miles and still going strong
luvmelmuch, 06/12/2014
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 Hyundai Sonata off the showroom floor with 3 miles on it. I travel for a living so reliability and comfort were king. In addition the gas mileage on my model is still 36 MPG. I got 60k miles on the stock tires and put the second set of shoes on and it is a lot quieter. I have had no major or minor repair issues. I keep the oil changed and tires rotated and it has been great. I hope to hit 200K with no problems.
pulling issue
eirehatfield, 05/03/2012
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In June of 2011 I purchased a sonata with 40 miles on it. since day 1 it has had a pulling issue. Struts have been replaced, camber bolt kit has been tried. New tires settle the pull issue mostly but still has problems and does not drive straight. Key cylinder has been replaced due to key sticking. Gas gauge has been replaced because it showed I always needed gas, even when i just fueled up. I have argues the pulling issue with dealearship since day 1. I am being told there is nothing wrong with the vehicle. All my family and mech. friends have driven this car with the same feelings as mine. Something is wrong!! It definetly does not drive straight. Horrible customer service.
GLS 6MT
dunmiffsys, 05/03/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall this is an an amazing car and an excellent value. I drive 400 to 500 miles a week on average and it is very comfortable and gets great gas mileage for the size. I am on my 7th tank of gas and averaging 31-32mpg. Gas mileage goes down quite a bit when speeds exceed 65 and I have gotten 35+ when driving 55-65mph with the cruise control on. Road noise is pretty low most of the time but the low rolling resistance tires can be rather loud on rough road surfaces. For the price this car is an amazing value and is fun to drive and very practical.
Competent Family Car
tristanboy, 06/11/2013
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Stylish car that needs more substance. Although a good effort, still not class leading. Steering feel is a well known issue for modern Hyundai's. It feels extremely numb. The powertrain is very powerful. Get decent gas mileage around 25 mpg combined. Interior materials are nice although the center console plastics are rather cheap and the blue lighting at night is hard to read at a glance. Owned the car since November 2010. Other than routine service, I had to have the rear-view mirror replaced, the A/C actuator fixed, a new key fob. Fairly reliable and holding up well. Car at 29,000 miles.
Impressed with my 2011 SE
mikey86, 04/11/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just picked up my SE and put 200 miles on so far. The car is exceptional , performance, comfort and style are unmatched for a car at this price range. I will update when I put more miles on the car.
Fabulous Car
jetstar88, 03/27/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was initially undecided on whether to buy the Sonata or it's sister, the Kia Optima. Kia also had an impressive exterior. The interior did not impress me at all. (Dash & console) I believe Hyundai just has better resale value to. I viewed the base auto GLS but had to add a few options, such as power seat, alloy wheels. Along with Bluetooth on the steering wheel. I've owned close to 20 cars in my life. Including a brand new 89' Sonata. This car is the most luxurious and well appointed vehicle I have owned and for the least money.
Outstanding Redesign & Value
John of Columbus,NC, 02/19/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in a 2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited. The new 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited is more than I expected. The car is more comfortable than any I have owned in recent past. At highway speeds it holds the road securely. The Radiant Silver exterior is handsome and the black leather interior is the perfect contrast. The Dimension sound system is clear and balanced and a huge improvement. The car has everything one could ask for except navigation. I have a Garmin GPS for that. What a great automobile. Hyundai does it right!
2011 Sonata 2.0 T Limited
Patrick, 11/26/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Definitely worth the wait for the 2.0T. The 2.4 is probably adequate for most, but the turbo is worth extra cost for those wanting more. Limited package is great value.
Great But
Monroe, 11/29/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased this 2011 Sonata LTD Turbo a few weeks ago. Rides great, looks fantastic, (venetian red) but, it drifts to the left. Took it back to have alignment checked and repaired, was out of specs. But now still drifts to the left but not as bad and seems to do it only/mostly when accelerating. Will change lane in 1/4 mile. Dealer stated that it's due to the front wheel drive "torque"?? Awaiting meeting with factory rep. This is not one that falls in the recall for steering column problems. That's why I gave it a 6 in "fun to drive"
The sonata for 2011
bluep, 11/26/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There is only one word great. After having 6 mustangs all high performance this car is one of the best I have had yet. It has all the power and all the quality I want. And getting 28 to 30 miles per gallon. Go go go go go Hyundai.
New Car
dan.mccabe, 11/30/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best car in its class, if I were Lexus, Acura or any other dealer on the high end market, I would be worried!
Looks Great! Drives So So
Ed S, 09/02/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have my Sonata for 6 months now and still find the styling inside and out to be a real eye-catcher. However, driving the car is a completely different experience. I have complained to the dealer twice in 3000 miles about the poor shifting and jerky acceleration during normal driving. The transmission slips and jerks on most upshifts. The road noise and handling can certainly use improvement. Too much tire noise and car tends to wander. It does, however, get excellent gas mileage both around town (28 mpg) and on the highway (36.5 mpg)
Suspension Lets car down
kalmanzar, 04/10/2011
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had the car for 1 yr now with about 15k mi. This is my 13th car owned, and I really like a lot of things about this car. The engine is very powerful for a 4cy, but can be a bit noisy. Like all the features for the price and the styling inside & out. Have 3 major gripes, tires are extremely noisy over certain surfaces, can be really annoying but only over certain surfaces. But the main problem is the suspension, after careful thought it is unacceptably firm. Car hits potholes really, really hard, feels horrible. Enough to the point that I don't enjoy the car b/c of it. Lastly steering is lifeless and vague. Think I would have enjoyed the GLS or Limited more, but Se does look great!
Rain
Steve, 08/24/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Absolutely amazed with the quality of this beast. 4000 miles no rattles no problems. Couple of complaints minor - don't crack the windows in the rain --you will get wet -- the elbow padding could be better -- and the electric steering - I seem to be chasing it alot to keep it straight. 32.7 ave mpg 80 miles a day highway 5 city. Pretty good not as good as my civic but much more comfortable.
Update
akabud, 08/27/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my Limited w/nav for over 2 months now and haven't had a single problem. On strictly hwy driving, I've gotten 41.2 mpg @65-70 mph. Averaging 27.2 mpg overall. In dash mpg readout is almost identical to the mpg when I figure it manually. Comments on noisy tires are probably due to the fact that they are low rolling resistance tires for better mpg. Still, this car is quieter than the Acura TL I traded in. As for the ride, the Sonata rides better than the aforementioned Acura TL. No rattles, no squeaks, no problems with fit and finish, no leather seat issues, etc. The adaptive transmission has not given me any issues and shifts up/down almost unnoticeable. 100% satisfied with the Sonata
Love the car, but bumper is flimsy
Jean, 08/14/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Mpg is great-36-39 on a trip, ride is comfortable, looks modern. Big drawback or design flaw -if you scrape the front bumper you don't have just a cosmetic problem. On driver's side we didn't have any collision or bump and it separated from the fender. We scraped the bumper on a curb on the passenger side while backing out and the entire bumper separated from the body of the car. It is held on by tiny flimsy tongue in groove construction like a snap together kid's toy. We were going about 2 miles per hour. Were told that the bumper would have to be replaced. This is our second sonata (2007 which we loved) but this one is poorly constructed and bumper is poorly designed, too low on sides
Ignition Problem
FionaCameron, 08/14/2010
2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great mileage at 41 mpg - we drive almost exclusively long highway miles. Have had car for 2 months with 6 "no- start" ignition events and 2 trips to dealer about it. Second servicing seems to have fixed it - something to do with a harness connection with the brake, which needs to be depressed to start engine.