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2004 Hyundai Sonata - Reviews - Buying Guide

2004 Hyundai Sonata Buying Resources:

2004 Hyundai Sonata Review:

The following scenario happens quite a lot with the Hyundai Sonata: you’re minding your own business, cruising along the freeway, when a silky sedan whips by you out of nowhere. You blink a few times, stare at the vehicle’s elegant back end and wonder, “What kind of a car was that?”

When you find out that it was a Hyundai, the first reaction is usually one of shock. Not many people expect something like that from one of the Korean manufacturer’s models. But it happens all the time.

Rather than be on the gawking end, wouldn’t it be better to be on the passing side? It’s not as if the Hyundai model is expensive—that would be contrary to the company’s mission statement. Plus, you’re covered by the formidable Hyundai warranty: 5-years/60,000-mi. bumper-to-bumper, 10/100,000 powertrain.

Under the Hood

The base version of the front-wheel drive Sonata comes with two engines. The first is a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder model that it shares with a few other Hyundai vehicles. It will produce 138 horsepower and 147 lb-ft of torque. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard; a 4-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift capability is optional. Regardless, both versions have a fuel economy of 22/30 mpg (city/highway).

The engine doing the dirty work for rest of the lineup is a strong 2.7-liter V6. It gives the Sonata a noticeable jump in acceleration and passing power, and is most likely the powertrain that leads to the aforementioned scenario. The 2.7-liter V6 produces 170 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque.

The larger V6 engine can be mate with both transmission types as well. Manual models have a fuel rating of 20/27 mpg (city/highway), while automatics get 19/27 mpg (city/highway).

Standard Features, Options Packages and Style

The base Hyundai Sonata is well equipped for its price. It comes standard with air conditioning, side-impact airbags, an AM/FM/CD audio system, a rear defroster, power mirrors, windows and door locks, a 60/40 split folding rear seat and cruise control.

The GLS is upgraded with deluxe cloth upholstery, woodgrain accents, better carpet, an upgraded stereo, an improved center console, dual map lights and rear cup holders. It also comes with heated mirrors and a power antenna.

Top-line LX trims add on leather seating surfaces, automatic climate control and an eight-way power driver's seat.

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2004 Hyundai Reviews:

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