2012 Hyundai Sonata

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2012 Hyundai Sonata

Starting MSRP $19,795–$28,195

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Average Rating

4.4 out of 5
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Comfort:4.2 out of 5
Performance:4.4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.7 out of 5
Interior Design:4.4 out of 5
Value for the Money:4.6 out of 5
Reliability:4.5 out of 5

67 out of 78 people would recommended this car to a friend

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Highway cruiser

by Zendog
from The Villages, Fl | December 23, 2012

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I live in Florida but go once or twice a year to central Indiana. Otherwise few miles. I needed a car for those long trips and did not want to pay a lot. I selected a Hyundai Sonata with all the bells and whistles and a 2.0 Turbo. It has plenty of power, corners very flat, turns smartly. It has a firm but comfortable ride. Mine has all the bells and whistles(power seats, heated front and rear, voice activated Nav, backup TV, blue tooth, etc) and cost a lot less than a similarly equipped cars in the same class. Mine is black on black with tinted windows. It looks and rides as good as any luxury autobahn cruisers. So far I am very pleased."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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Love the Sonata

by PLH
from Olathe, KS | December 12, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Haven't had the car too long but so far it exceeds my expectations. A tremendous value. I bought a Limited with Nav, heated fron and back seats, double sun roof, and all of the rest of goodies. Car is compfortable and the mileage is right on target - 25-26 around town and 35-37 on the highway. Love it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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Dissapointing Gas Mileage

by JJ
from Los Angeles | October 18, 2012

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 2 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 3 out of 5

"I purchased a new Hyundai Sonata GLS in February 2012. This car looks great and drives very nice. I feel that their is excellent value for the money when purchasing the sonata and paying at or below invoice. My greatest dissapointment however, has been with the gas mileage! The car is advertised at 24 MPG city and 35 Highway. After 9 months and 6000 miles I can confirm that you will get 18-19 MPG driving in a city like los angeles. Also, I am not comfortable in the car for any trip longer than 25 minutes. The seats in the GLS have no lumbar support. Make sure to purchase the package with the power lumbar. Great car, but if you are not comfortable in the end what does it really matter. I would recommend a japanese car that gets better MPG in the same class."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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2012 Sonata Limited 2.0T

by Hyundaifan
from Fort Lauderdale, FL | October 10, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I have had my 2012 Sonata since May incrediable car having traded a 2007 infinity M35 I am very impressed with the handeling of the car and the turbo gives effortless power when needed. It is a real joy to drive and is very comfortable on a long drive, I really enjoy the ultra view sunroof as it makes the interior light and open."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Another great Hyun. I have owned, since 1987

by Jimmy's Sonate,SE, with 4cyl. Non-turbo engine
from Lighthousev Point, FL.. | October 9, 2012

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"You, should drive cthe three diferent engines, V6 & 4cyl. & 4 cyl. with turbo, to see what U like! I choose the SE, with the4cyl. non-turbo. without the ECO button,on it moves pretty well!, push ON the ECO, {economy mode}, 4 better gas mileage, to me it loses a LOT of power, and with AC on ,not much better mpg. Here in S FL, we need AC almost every day! At least I do!! It's a great car & very reliable. I have, hadf 11 of them, since,1987 I Never, had a lemon! And service is about a 9, at KING in Deerfield Bch. And a 9 in Coconut Creek, Fl, both N. of Fort Lauderdale. drive them & see !!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Having fun


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Hundai Sonata GLS

by Sedan
from Chicago -IL | October 2, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I have proudly owned a 2012 Sonata GLS and couldn't be happier with the car. Comfort, interior styling and performance are superior compared to comparable cars in this class. no issue have been there from the get go however, e.g., a nice feature in an automatic collapsible rear sunscreen -I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Safety for the wife

by Newtmaker
from Orlando, FL | August 30, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"My wife's old Saturn was running great, but the brakes were horrible. I was so fearful of it that I finally drug her to the Hyundai dealer. Having just bought my Elantra there a year ago they definitely wanted to work with me. So, I ended up with a very good deal on a new Sonata that had everything that the wife wanted and needed. Now we are both happy, but I am happier!!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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nice car

by midooo
from dubai | August 29, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"i love this car its very nice, Very nice shape and their ability is spacious and comfortable in use"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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Incredible car

by Ruby Sonata Kim
from Richmond, Virginia | August 27, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"This car is everything I need. I've owned sports cars, SUVs, from MG to Volvo to Toyota 4Runner SR5 Sport, and this car satisfies my every need. I first drove the 2012 Sonata as a rental when a tire blowout totalled my 4Runner. I had to have one. The styling is sleek, the seats fold down for extra rear packing, the trunk itself without seat fold-down is huge, it's quiet, and the features and standard equipment is unbeatable. Love this car, and family and friends fall in love with it, and not just because it is a stunny Sparkling Ruby body!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Having fun


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Best place to buy a car

by Happy camper
from kearney, ne | August 17, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"The vehicle was everything plus, cleanest car we looked at in 20 cars, I traveled over 1000 miles, they took my trade and handled the financing. No hassle sales...very informative. Will buy another vehicle here!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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