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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 1006
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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 1006
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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 1006
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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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- #283 of 1006
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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 1006
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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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- #285 of 1006
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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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- #286 of 1006
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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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- #287 of 1006
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Re: 09 Sonata SE [mike91326]
by chizi
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May 29, 2008 (10:08 pm)
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Replying to: mike91326 (May 27, 2008 12:27 pm)
Yes the 09 Sonata SE's are out. I have the Willow Grey and the only other colors I've seen so far are the Bright Silver and Slate Blue...wasn't impressed with the latter.
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- #288 of 1006
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Re: 09 Sonata SE [chizi]
by backy
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May 30, 2008 (4:35 pm)
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Replying to: chizi (May 29, 2008 10:08 pm)
You are the first person here to own a 2009 SE (I think). Could you please tell us about it? How does it handle with the sport suspension and tires--did you compare it to a 2009 GLS or Limited by chance? Did you test-drive other cars, and if so how does the SE compare? How do you like the leather/cloth interior? What does the metallic dash trim look like? Any other observations you can share? Thanks!
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