2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS

Pros

GFE, Price, Ride, Value, Build Quality

Cons

Seats, Try To Push V6's

Test drove the Limited V6 and standard GLS 4 cylinder and the V6 SE. Great car. I however had a problem with the front seat. The drivers side bottom bolsters eat into your hip- leg. Funny the passenger side front on all cars was better. The Leather was more forgiving as well. This might be a break in issue. For a small frame person not an issue. Over 200 pounds and I think it will be.

No one had a SE 4 cylinder. I test drove a V6 and the 4 cylinder back to back and did not notice any reason to suggest the 4cyl was any deficit. It was smooth, quiet and powerful. They say the SE 4 cyl. will come later this year.

With the rebates and assembly in the USA on the Sonata, its a great choice. My only fear is resale is dismal because many do not yet know how good Hyundai is. My 2000 Elantra is nearing 200K with no issues. That said the new cars are far better.