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258 messages, Last post on Mar 12, 2009 at 6:39 PM
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Hey folks seems like you get a lotta bang for your buck with the 08 Sonata Se V6 .Ratings for the late model Sonatas are tops and look to purchase one.Took a test drive this weekend and how this auto tranny shifts(seems like rpms go flat between gears)anyhow does the V6 have a timing belt or chain and how are the 09s pushing almost 250 horeses (more hp than 08 same engine), Thanks Vince
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Replying to: vince17 (Mar 02, 2008 5:01 pm) The 09 model year is a facelift, with major revision on the interior and sutble exterior refreshes. And, as you stated, the 09s feature new generations of base (4 cylinder) and (optional 6 cylinder) engines, each comes with higher horsepower and even better fuel economy. If I recall correctly, the new I-4 is now best-in-class in that regard, and the V6 is also within the top 2. Of course, the current 08 model year also has excellent power and fuel economy. Your thoughts on the Sonata test drive? What did you think? |
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Replying to: vince17 (Mar 02, 2008 5:01 pm) The Sonata's automatic transmissions has an "adaptive" feature, and "trains" itself to your driving style. Default settings are on the side of fuel economy, so the shift points will be at lower RPM and feel a bit "mushy". I think it takes a few hundred miles for the transmission to adapt the shift points to your driving style. Having said that, the transmission will never feel real sporty or snappy. The manual shift feature is very intuitive and easy to use, and makes the car a lot of fun to drive. I'm chatting with people that thought they would never use the manual feature that are enjoying it. And yes, the car looks great! 2009 Sonata Interior
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Just want yhas to know I thank yhas for the info and it confirms my decision on the Sonata SE V6. Was taking a look at the Ford Fusion but for the bucks the Sonata takes it. I was a Toyota fan since 1990 but second Corrolla had stuff fail (steering rack,transmission being rebuilt, all before 162,000. My feeling is a cars gotta turn the odometer twice when its properly maintained. I do the work myself for stuff like tune ups oil change ect (synthetic by the way). Gota kia too (Sedona 03 ).Some issues there but the message postings keep you ahead of the curve and I am fortunate to access them.Thanks again ! Vince17
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Replying to: vince17 (Mar 03, 2008 3:52 pm) Congrats  
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Replying to: bobad (Mar 03, 2008 5:42 am)
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Replying to: vince17 (Mar 06, 2008 4:57 pm) That's a great idea. Why didn't I think of that?
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Replying to: bobad (Mar 07, 2008 5:41 am)
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Replying to: asdf9 (Mar 26, 2008 11:55 am)  But the standard ESC and traction control will help a lot on lesser amounts. Not as good as AWD obviously. If you need to drive in a foot of snow, might want to consider a 4WD SUV/truck with more ground clearance. |
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| Have 2 Santa Fe's, one is a 4, other is a 6, is a very big difference in idle noise. How is the Sonata 4 either the 2008 or 2009? Love the Santa Fe | |
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