Dependable, Sturdy, and Inexpensive
We bought the Sonata in 2009 because it seemed nearly as quiet and effective as a Camry yet cost almost $5k less and had a much better guarantee. The car has not only not had unexpected maintenance issues, but at 11 years we have not yet replaced the shocks/struts, water pump, radiator, alternator, or even the muffler/tail pipe. I am used to replacing mufflers every 3-4 years. We have had a few dashboard idiot lights go off, but it has never died on us by the roadside. It still is comfortable and remarkably quiet and rides smoothly. It also has little body rot, even though we live close the the biggest salt mine in the U.S.A.
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