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4.8
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Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5
4.8
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Nicholas C.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
verified customer Verified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
12/11/2018
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Hyundais are garbage cars and Hyundai Motor Company will charge you for every OEM issue

Needs new trans after 10 years-NO aid. 2 engine rebuilds, battery drain, cooling system leaks, check engine after leaks fixed. A/C compressor, visor, cup holder, change drawer,console latch all broke.
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Sharon M.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/07/2016
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2008 Hyundai Sonata

It's time for another car!!!!
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Stephanie M.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
02/28/2017
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Sonota is a nice car

Smooth ride and easy to work on simple things like headlights, etc. Wish the fuel economy was a little better, but wouldn't trade it for an even smaller car.
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DEANNA H.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
03/10/2018
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Sonota 2008

Overall it's been a good car, good gas mileage. There are some issues that I'm upset about the biggest being that my car needs valve covers for the third time! This is an expensive repair, runs about $700.00. The first two replacements were done at Hyundai service centers. The last replacement was 2-3 years ago, I really think these should last longer than that! Hyundai needs to stand up admit there is a design flaw and take care of the problem! The second issue is the sun visors. They will not stay up or down pushed against the window so can have a clear view. They hang straight down which obstructs vision and when getting into car, you hit your head on them. I have tried Velcro, several different types, this will not hold them in place. Finally I put plate hangers on the visors and pinned them to car top to hold them up. I looked into replacing the visors but they are over $200.00 each and from what I've read, the new ones will be just like the old ones within 6 months. The last issue I'm having is electrical, there various issues with this everything from driver seat adjustment does not work correctly to seatbelt light doesn't work correctly.
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Robert M.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
verified customer Verified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/04/2020
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Left with another problem!

Left the dealership brake problem was fixed (Sat) and they replaced the right rear tail light. Sunday drove the car 97 miles North of Pittsburgh and towards dusk no cluster lights on the dashboard or heater knob lights and the Right tail light was not on and the right front marker light not on. Could not drive the car home in the dark since I had no dashboard lights and traveling on Interstate 79S would have been hazardous. Took my car into today to someone local and the fuses kept blowing out. Making an appt. Monday to have the car looked at not at dealership due to their hourly rate etc. Coincidence I think not, but I will find out when my local guy get's the car in this coming week.
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CATHERINE O.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/05/2020
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Good ol car

This is my first car. My family got it used. So far, I’ve had no mechanical issues, except a tire issue. But nothing internal that’s major. But it’s a good car. It gets the job done. Also, since I don’t drive it that often, I also keep it well.
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Diana P.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/06/2016
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Still looks good

My 2008 Sonata still looks good. I enjoy the smooth drive. Only nagging problem is that the tire pressure light stays on even after several attempts by service personnel to get it to work as it is supposed to. Also had trouble with the air conditioning, and $$$ to get it to work, but the system is working sufficiently now.
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Edward M.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/10/2016
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Warranty

Rear Brakes failed at about 20000 miles. They blamed me for not having the sliders lubricated, but I brought my cat to them for maintenance and they should have told me it was needed and I would have done it. It was their fault but they didn't honor their warranty.
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Vladislav C.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/18/2016
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SONATA '08 - Great Car Giving Great Value

Wonderful car, but has a substandard CD player. it malfunctioned in the 4th year of ownership, but its replacement cost is prohibitive. Also, the car's AC evaporator coil only lasted 8 years. This, too, is a very expensive repair necessitating dashboard removal. My next Hyundai will be a step up in models where hopefully these weaknesses will be strengthened.
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Jeramy A.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
10/22/2016
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Love the car

I love my 2008 Sonata limited 3.3 V6. I've had it 5 years. The only thing is it seems to be going thru the front valve cover gaskets. They leak in the same corner as the alternator and drips oil onto the alternator. I understand this problem was covered under a recall for the Santa Fe but NOT the Sonata. Which doesn't make any since because it's the same motor in BOTH..
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Charles M.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
10/28/2016
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Ron C.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
12/10/2016
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sonata love

it is the best car i have ever owned , super reliable , good fuel mileage , parts are reasonably priced , the newer models keep getting better in comfort and style !!
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Gary O.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/14/2017
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great vehicle

over all good car
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Sylvia G.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/14/2017
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You Get Your Money Worth

It is a very reliable car, comfortable and it has many features that comparing with cars that cost a lot more
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Dwight W.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/23/2017
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Love my Sonata.

My 2008 Sonata has served me very well. Never had a major problem with it. Just routine maintenance work: brake work, oil change, serpentine belt replacement, etc.
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John M.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
09/26/2017
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Vehicle review

I enjoy this vehicle.
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Mark W.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
verified customer Verified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
10/10/2017
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2008 Sonata

Overall a good reliable vehicle that performs well.
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Byron C.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
10/12/2017
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2008 Hyundai sonatA

Very reliable transportation with excellent comfort and mileage pet gallon
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Susan L.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
10/28/2017
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Great car

I purchased a previously used 2008 Sonata , original everything and it’s stoll going strong. I enjoy everything about the car except the front cup holders. I wish they were in a different location.
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Thomas S.
2008 Hyundai Sonata
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
11/17/2017
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Car Review

Car is just what I need for my life style. This is the 2nd Sonata I have had in a row. Just a good model for the value.
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