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2017 Hyundai SONATA consumer reviews

$21,600 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 SONATA Hyundai
(448 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.7
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Awesome Total Package

Easy and comfortable to drive. It's full of technologies that keep you safe and aware. We were pleasantly surprised.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most comfortable car I've owned

Driving this car is probably the best experience I've ever had, I'm really happy with my purchase. The car is very comfortable and I can't help to notice the huge trunk it has.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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So far, very happy!

I had a good experience with a Hyundai Elantra that I rented, but I wanted something bigger for my kids. So I went for the Sonata and purchased a Limited. The car handles very well and has decent pickup for a four banger. Since it is a Limited, it is decked out with all the bells and whistles and I have found that I enjoy using them. It's a very comfortable ride and the Hyundai "Bluelink" is a very nice feature that I can control and start my car through my phone! I have only owned the car for four weeks, so I cannot comment on maintenance and upkeep. But the warranty is a huge plus!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Car Purchase I've made in awhile

This car drives smooth, has a lot of leg room in the back seat my favorite part is the 2.0 turbo it has great pick up when you need it.. touch screen is really easy to maneuver and the Apple play is great! I like how the leather seats have cloth in the middle of the seats it's not all leather & the back up camera is very useful! The warranty is awesome! Great car and fits a family of five comfortably with 2 teenagers and a 11 yr old.. Highly recommend the Sonata

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliability with style

This is a comfortable and sporty, reliable car!It is a pleasure to drive.I really appreciate all the accessories as standard equipment.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable vehicle with a poorly designed dashboard

For every positive about the Sonata -- my second (2014 + 2017) -- there's a negative: The redesigned radio is an absolute nightmare. (It's been five weeks and I still cannot get it to work.) And while the tank holds an estimated 500 miles of fuel, the air conditioner ate up 47% of my first tankful. But the vehicle handles beautifully on the road and is a joy to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun car

This is a great car. I went from a Hybrid Sonata to Sonata Sport 2.0T. What an amazing car and fun to drive. I am also averaging 36mpg.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Rebates Galore

Hyundai giving cars away over Memorial day.Saved over $6ooo on car ,could not pass up deal.Car rides great and gas mileage very good.Do not know about reliability yet too new to tell.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Blue never felt so good!

I love, love, love every thing about this car...especially the beautiful Lakeside Blue color. I've only owned it for a month but I have absolutely no regrets. It's a very solid ride and very comfortable. I recently picked up a couple of family members from the airport and had plenty of room in the car's BIG trunk. The family members commented how comfortable the seats were and the backseat passenger was amazed at how much room there was in the back seat. I'm also enjoying the backup camera, which is new for me. I'm retired and thought my days of owning a nice car were over because I wasn't willing to pay the high price. The Sonata is a VERY nice car and similar to the Volvo S80 I used to drive for almost half the price! Now I take my time no matter where I'm going because I don't want to get out of the car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Other brands can't touch this car for the price

I needed extra rear seat room due to a car seat for our new girl. The rear seats like a crew cab truck. I have a double cab and the car seat wouldn't fit in it. I ended up buying the 2.0t limited edition and can't believe what came with this vehicle for the price... which with incentives the price negotiated was $8Goff the sticker. Incredibly reliable and very stylish. Rides very smooth and handles the bad weather like a pro. Very satisfied customer.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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