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85K miles on my 2012 Sonata SE
Tracey, 10/19/2015
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I've been very pleased with this car! Bought it new and have had it 3 1/2 years now. I put a lot of miles on my vehicles (avg 22K - 24K per year) however I take very good care of them, following manufacturer's suggested maintenance schedule, getting regular oil changes, tire rotation, etc. I typically keep cars for 150K miles at a minimum. I average appx 28 MPG in Atlanta traffic (which is stop and go). No complaints whatsoever. Convinced my Dad and stepmom to buy a Sonata and they love theirs as well!
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Awesome Car!
cswank2000, 04/10/2012
2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The 2012 Sonata is amazing! I have had 3 Toyota Camrys in the past and intended to buy another. However, I decided to compare vehicles, so I test drove the Camry and the Honda Accord as well. The Sonata was definitely the best pick! I love the styling (inside & out), the ride is quiet and comfortable (and it's just plain fun to drive), interior room is incredible, the warranty is great and the gas mileage is awesome (averaging 34.9 MPG). I also like the Bluetooth and the new Blue Link feature. It's not only a great safety feature, but it gives you alot of other perks. Highly recommend this vehicle!!
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Great value
howies, 01/03/2012
2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
You get a great value compared to other cars in its class (e.g. Camry, Accord). Especially since what comes standard on this car will cost you a lot more elsewhere. Reliability rating for this Sonata generation was a big plus as well. Would be nice if Hyundai cars wasn't tethered to XM radio (initial trial period) but offered a free HD radio instead. The Bluelink (like OnStar) are also subscription-happy offers that I will never take and a waste of technology on my car. Other automobile companies do the same thing so this is a general industry trend I despise.
2012 Limited 2.0T
sandstorm05, 02/24/2014
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
All in all I must say I'm impressed with my Sonata. I've had one issue thus far, problem with the waste gate being out of spec. Evidently there is a Technical Bulletin out regarding it. I have the black on grey leather. Very appealing look, plenty of power, and on long rides it can average 35-38 mpg on the highway. I run 5w40 Amsoil and premium gas.
Not happy
tuna6, 08/23/2012
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2012 sonata SE new in January 2012. About 2 weeks ago my car stopped working properly and they initially thought it was the push start ignition. Replaced the push start and the problem still persisted. They then removed the oil pan to discover pieces of metal in the oil. Long story short the engine needs to be replaced and the car has 16,500 miles on it. I am not happy with the overall experience and being without a car that I need for my daily commute. No car should have to have the engine replaced after being driven for only 7 months.