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Re: Hyundai 2009 Sonata Break-In Period CONFLICT with Auto Transmission [craigbrooks]
by backy
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May 26, 2008 (4:31 pm)
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Replying to: craigbrooks (May 26, 2008 4:16 pm)
I hope not either, at least not on the Interstate system in the bigger states. I lived in TX so I know what you mean about lots of road between cities.
But speaking of that 2009 Sonata... that would be a nice car to take on a cross-country cruise, huh? 
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Re: Hyundai 2009 Sonata Break-In Period CONFLICT with Auto Transmission [ba
by stone77777
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May 26, 2008 (8:43 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 26, 2008 4:31 pm)
I picked up my 2009 I4 LTD two days ago and absolutely love it. Black with camel interior...the charcoal interior just didnt do it for me. Took it on a mini road trip and was surprised at how smooth and elegant the I4 is. Thought about getting the v6 but didnt want to part with the extra coin. Been drooling over this car for a couple of months and couldnt be happier with the purchase. This is a major improvement over the previous versions of the Sonata and Im so glad I didnt buy one last year but waited for the refresh. And, Backy...I am taking mine on a cross country trip in July...cant wait!
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- #279 of 1003
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Re: Hyundai 2009 Sonata Break-In Period CONFLICT with Auto Transmission [20 [dgs4]
by alamocity
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May 26, 2008 (10:35 pm)
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Replying to: dgs4 (May 26, 2008 3:08 pm)
Wow, what part of TX are you from? Curious as I see the speed limit as anywhere from 60 to 80 MPH, with the bulk of the highways being 70 MPH, even in town the speed limit is 65.
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- #280 of 1003
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Re: Hyundai 2009 Sonata Break-In Period CONFLICT with Auto Transmission [ba
by moocow1
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May 26, 2008 (10:42 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 26, 2008 12:20 pm)
Unfortunately I am not the type to ever do that test. I prefer using my car to get where I need to go. Maybe someone else here can spend some time testing between those speeds.
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- #281 of 1003
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09 V6 Sonata - Difference in MPG at 60 mph average vs. 75 mph average
by chrrmurp
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May 27, 2008 (5:57 am)
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Replying to: moocow1 (May 26, 2008 10:42 pm)
I have the 09 Sonata V6. I've noticed about a pretty significant difference in average MPG when my average speed is around 60 mph compared to an average speed of 75 mph. I typically drive about 6-7mph over the limit. I drive 300 miles per week on a highway where the limit is 70mph and then on most weekends I take a road where the limit is 55mph for about 150 miles. My average MPG on the 70mph highway (keep in mind I typically drive about 6-7mph over) is about 27-28mpg and on the 55mph road, it's around 34mpg (driving around 60 mph). That's about a 5-7 mile per gallon difference, which can really add up.
That being said, it does not slow me down when I drive in the 70mph zone. I agree with moocow1 that time is money. And to me, even though I do enjoy driving this car, driving is such a waste of time . There are so many other productive things I could be doing. I took gas prices into account when purchasing the V6 and I do not have any regrets. I love it.
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- #282 of 1003
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Re: 09 V6 Sonata - Difference in MPG at 60 mph average vs. 75 mph average [chrrmurp]
by moocow1
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May 27, 2008 (8:55 am)
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Replying to: chrrmurp (May 27, 2008 5:57 am)
Ah wait, you have the V6, that explains why your numbers seem a bit low. Still pretty good though! Ya there's definitely going to be some savings if you take the 50-55mph route. But I'm no hypermiler and I never will be. My philosophy is to be as efficient and fast as possible. Doing both well is hard, but it's a fun challenge.
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09 Sonata SE
by mike91326
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May 27, 2008 (12:27 pm)
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Does anyone know if the 09 Sonata SE has come out. If it's not out yet when can we expect to see them at dealers and will they have the 5 speed auto as an option?
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- #284 of 1003
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Re: 09 Sonata SE [mike91326]
by backy
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May 27, 2008 (12:55 pm)
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Replying to: mike91326 (May 27, 2008 12:27 pm)
I haven't seen one yet but you can "build your own" on the hyundaiusa site. Note that it will be just a V6 now, with the 5-speed AT standards. No I4 with stick variant. 
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Re: 09 Sonata SE [backy]
by moocow1
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May 27, 2008 (1:03 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 27, 2008 12:55 pm)
It woulda been damn nice to get the fog lights and alloy wheels from the SE in a I4 GLS too. Ah well, they gotta make cuts somewhere and these are some of the least painful.
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2009 Mudflaps
by moocow1
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May 29, 2008 (10:04 am)
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In case anyone was wondering, I confirmed with my dealership that older sonata mudflaps are not compatable with the new 2009 Sonata. Pretty annoying since the 2009 accessories are not out yet. I guess I'll have to make do until they're released.
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