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Hyundai Sonata IV EF (1998–2004)

5.0/5
Reliability score Good
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Engine reliability summary

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Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.8 (131 Hp) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 (131 Hp) Automatic No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 (133 Hp) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 (133 Hp) Automatic No reports 0 No issues reported
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2.0 (136 Hp) (Sirius II / G4JP) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 (136 Hp) Automatic (Sirius II / G4JP) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 (147 Hp) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 (147 Hp) Automatic No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 16V GLS (131 Hp) (Sirius II / G4JP) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 16V GLS (131 Hp) Automatic (Sirius II / G4JP) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 i (131 Hp) Automatic (Sirius II / G4JP) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4 (150 Hp) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4 (150 Hp) Automatic No reports 0 No issues reported
2.5 V6 (160 Hp) (Delta / G6BV) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.5 V6 (170 Hp) Automatic (Delta / G6BV) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.5 V6 (175 Hp) (Delta / G6BV) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.5 V6 (175 Hp) Automatic (Delta / G6BV) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.5i V6 GLS (160 Hp) Automatic (Delta / G6BV) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.7 V6 GLS (173 Hp) (Delta / G6BA) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.7 V6 GLS (173 Hp) Automatic (Delta / G6BA) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Sonata III Review

Overall, everything is definitely a plus. The car is inexpensive to buy. A large sedan with a large trunk. Very comfortable for both the driver and passengers. Beautiful in appearance, however, due to it being Korean, visible rust spots on the wheel arches are not surprising. The car is completely reliable, it never failed on a trip. As far as I know, some parts may be difficult to obtain, but parts from other Santa Fe and Coupe models fit. I can wholeheartedly recommend this Korean sedan.

Pros: Inexpensive to buy, Large sedan with ample trunk space, Comfortable for driver and passengers, Beautiful design, Completely reliable, never failed on trips
Cons: Visible rust spots on wheel arches are common, Some parts may be difficult to obtain
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Sonata III Review

I've owned this car for six months and driven 10,000 km. I use it daily and it has never let me down. Luxury for pennies. Parts prices are the same as for a Passat, and the design and technological solutions are well thought out. So far, apart from consumables, I haven't had to invest in anything else. Complete timing belt with water pump for 390 PLN, 8.5 liters of automatic transmission oil + transmission filter for 350 PLN. It's worth taking care of timely replacement of consumables, and the Hyundai will repay you with reliability. It's certainly a good car.

Pros: Luxury at a low price, Thoughtful design and technology, Reliable if maintained, Affordable parts

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