Overview & Reviews

The Hyundai Sonata receives minor exterior styling updates and an all-new interior for 2009, giving it one of the most upscale cabins in the midsize sedan class. Power and fuel economy have also been increased for both four- and six-cylinder engines, while the automatic transmission has been retuned for smoother shift quality. An auxiliary audio jack has been added to the standard features list, while the Limited trim level adds two-level heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control and an optional navigation system.

• Beautiful interior, velvety ride, spacious cabin and trunk, impressive value with long features list, lengthy warranty.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By ArlingtonTx - March 19 - 8:10 pm

  I have purchased GLS Automatic with convenience package. I have only driven 600+ miles. Very smooth, quite and comfortable ride. Great acceleration even better brakes. Lots of room, and two child seats can be easily moved to over-sized trunk. Great visibility and very very good gas millage. The only complain from passengers(wife)is that passenger seat is too low and lacks vertical adjustment. I have tested Camry Accord and Sonata. For the money and based on initial drive comfort going with anything else is throwing money away.

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  Great car! - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By Indiana BOB - February 16 - 8:00 am

  Purchased for size, economy, manual option and warranty. I have drive Subarus for 30 years but the Legacy is much smaller,and has poorer mileage (due to AWD). I have 6k in mileage; On recent trip to Kentucky I got 32.5MPG going around 70- 75mph. The only complaints I have are the manual trans is not as positive is shifting compared to Subaus I have owned and also Honda Accouds/Civics and Mazadas I have driven which are owned by family members. (Even my 86 year old mother drives a Civic with a stick shift!)Hope the trans gets smoother as it breaks in; MPG has increased. Another strange issue is that when back windows are down at highway speed that there is a loud wind noise.

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  Not as great as expected - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By Karen - February 9 - 2:33 am

  Car looks like quality but after driving it a few months can see that I may have overpaid for what I got, Rides stiff (could be the SE model), tires had flat spots, some surprises and some disappointments--lots of storage spaces, vinyl inside doors, dash, seats scratch too easy, good head & leg room, Worst feature is the way all 4 doors unlock when car put into park (I got nervous at a gas station on a recent trip, I was getting my credit card out of my purse before exiting my car and realized some questionable guys nearby were "checking me out" and I wasnt safe with my back doors unlocked--gotta always remember to immediately re-lock the car when parking so no one jumps into backseat or side.

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  Best value I could Find - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By tuckerjm - February 6 - 6:26 am

  Been shopping for a car for 4 years. Intensive research. May not be the best car car, but it is a great car anyway. Definitely the best value for the money in its class hands down. Feature rich vehicle that you dont pay extra for.

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  Hyundai - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By Marc - February 3 - 8:13 am

  I like the car a lot. I really enjoy driving it

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  four and counting - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By redswd - February 2 - 5:23 am

  This is my fourth Hyundai and my third Sonata and they just keep getting better and better. the new 4 cyl. has plenty of power but does its business without harshness or excessive noise. Ride quality has improved noticeably and road and wind noise levels have improved. Havent had it long enough to log my mpg. Will come back when thats sorted out. The exterior changes this year are minimal and add only a little to the already pleasant design. This cars forte is the new interior. Beautiful, quiet, comfortable, spacious about sums it up. Kudos to whoever designs their interiors!

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  Best Value - Price, Perf, Std Features - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By mckim - January 30 - 5:36 am

  I test drove both the Accord and Camry before deciding to purchase the Sonata. The Sonata drove smooth (>Accord, >=Camry) and had the quietest cabin while driving. Add the std safety features and the Sonata was a no brainer. Some people wrote they didnt care for the 2009s updated body lines, but I have a friend with a 2007 and I like the 2009 much better. The taller front grill (now chrome), larger, brighter headlights and overall more angular body lines give the 2009 a more aggressive look. I really like the new interior. The center console looks modern and sports blue lights and a new large display radio. Everything feels solid, esp the doors. Very quiet engine and while driving.

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  Third Sonata - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By JF Parker - January 9 - 7:03 am

  This is our 3rd Sonata and each one is better than the last. It is the best dollar for dollar value on the road, delivering power and comfort whether in the mountains or on the interstate. The dealer service is consistent, thorough, and priced competitively. Any minor issues have been satisfactorily corrected. Steering is tight and responsive with good road feel, acceleration is strong, leather seats are comfortable but firm and secure. Really like the tire pressure monitor gauge. Everyone who has ridden in the car is surprised by its interior space, styling, and comfort. And we still have the 05, a friend is now driving the 01.

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  Not all is perfect - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By ACT - January 1 - 3:03 pm

  Purchased Limited w/nav in Jan 09, traded in 2002 Honda EX and paid 16K, best deal for 4-door sedan bar none. Incredible list of features for the money, and after 5500 miles, I feel this car is superior to Honda. Happy with engine performance, seat comfort, sound system. But considerable body roll and suspension noise on bad pavement, as many people have noted. Gas mileage not as good as advertised, only getting 18mpg in city. Mileage computer only tracks mileage since last fill-up, no lifetime stats. Controls on drivers door not lit, hard to find at night. Limited options for viewing and playing music on USB drive. Trunk is hard to close when holding something, you really have to push down.

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  great buy - 2009 Hyundai Sonata
  By freddy - December 29 - 5:56 pm

  have had the car about a month and cant wait to get behind the wheel every day. it rides like a dream and has lots of bells and whistles for the money.