Overview & Reviews

After receiving significant upgrades last year, the Sonata receives only minor changes this year. Among these are a battery-saver feature (in the event that any of lights are left on); illuminated window switches; a 12-volt power point in the trunk; and electronic, rather than cable-operated, releases for the trunk lid and fuel door. Additionally, Hyundai announced that it had misstated the horsepower ratings for all of the models in its lineup in previous years, so the Sonata's four-cylinder is now rated at 138 horsepower (down from 149) and its V6 is rated at 170 (down from 181), though the engines themselves are unchanged.

• Excellent warranty, stylish sheet metal, pleasant highway ride, lots of bang for your family-sedan buck.

• Noisy four-cylinder engine, some cheap interior bits.

User Reviews:

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  What a car for the price - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By Charlie C. - November 21 - 10:00 am

  This is a great car for the price I paid. On the same day I purchased this Sonata GLS-V6 with ABS option, my buddy purchased Accord EX 4 Cyl... for about $4500 more. We had almost identical (if not more) options. I love the roomy interior and lots of extra features. Cant beat this car for the price.

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  Wifes Car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By dhoiseth - November 21 - 10:00 am

  I love the handling of the car and for the money, the ride is superior. There is one downside and thats the resale value. I plan on keeping it five years or more with the great warranty anyway.

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  In the end, Sonata was an easy choice! - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By David McCormack - October 9 - 10:00 am

  Me and the wife just bought our 2003 Sonata LX, we own a 2001 Elantra. it still looks brand new, and performs marvelously. The Sonata looks and perfroms like a 30,000.00 dolar car, yet i got mine for 17,500.00 after rebates and dealership loyalty bonuses. My honest tip to anyone who is looking for luxury, performance and quality at a reasonable price must take a serious look at the Sonata LX. Defenitely one of the best purchases i have made in my life.

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  My Toyota Rival - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By john gibbons - September 13 - 2:00 am

  great car in price and value

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  Could have been better - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By Marion - September 1 - 8:33 pm

  Had a 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse Turbo that that the ripe old age of 13 years reliably got me to Texas from Michigan, I love the classy look of this car, but I dont really like the Hyundai dealers that can never find issues that I tell them it has. There is something wrong with the electrical system, the car doesnt unlock at times, all the lights in and out went out one day when I was at the stop light and magically came back on when I pressed the gas pedel, I have had the battery checked all ok, drove the car to a store and had to have it jumped when I came back out?, I dont know if I can trust it. Hyundai is not a big help. To many issues for not being very old. There is more but no room

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  Sonata Elegance - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By Groovy - August 28 - 5:32 pm

  Excellent driving experience! The 2003 Hyundai Sonata- super value, super elegance!

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  not bad for the money - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By pleasedfornow - July 22 - 10:00 am

  The poor mans jag. Nice exterior look. The engine is slow on pick up but once it gets going the engines power is very respectable. The seats comfort and the position of the stearing wheal need improoving. I cant last more than 3 hours in that car without cramping up. I wouldnt want to take that car across the country.

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  Mrs - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By Teresa Wilson - July 16 - 10:00 am

  I love this car! It runs great and has all of the features I wanted.

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  Find a nicer car for less....NOT - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By Tony Qt - July 16 - 10:00 am

  When you take in the price, options and warrenty...how can you beat it? You cant!

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  Wonderful Car & fun to drive - 2003 Hyundai Sonata
  By KPlove - June 4 - 10:00 am

  The V6 engine is great and has wonderful acceleration. Its smooth and quiet.The front and rear seats are very comfortable for long and short trips.This Hyundai is very beautiful. I always get comments and questions like: "Is that a Mercedes " or "That car must have cost you an arm and a leg" If you can find a car at this price with these features, buy it!!!!