#16

in Affordable Midsize Cars

Based on analysis of 75 Sonata reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $18,700 - $26,550
Invoice: $17,922 - $24,809
MPG: 21 City / 32 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.2
Performance:7.6
Exterior:7.2
Interior:8.3
Safety:NA
Reliability:7.0
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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

The Sonata underwent a mild styling refresh for 2009.  Reviewers agree that the changes didn't lift the Sonata out of the ranks of the bland.

  • "Changes to the exterior were fairly subtle." -- AutoWeek
  • "It does benefit from a bolder grille, restyled headlights and taillamps, new wheels and available chrome inserts on the front bumper." -- Chattanooga Times Free Press
  • "There's a hint of other cars' architecture, most notably segment heavyweights like the Camry, Accord, and Malibu." -- New Car Test Drive
  • "Anonymous exterior styling. ... The big negative about the Sonata, at least for me, is its bland and forgettable exterior styling." -- BusinessWeek
Review Last Updated: 9/8/09