2012 Hyundai Sonata review
Hyundai Sonata highlights
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Pros
- Lots of standard and optional features
- Stylish interior design
- Strong acceleration
Cons
- Sleek styling affects rear headroom
- The ride in the SE trim feels a little rough
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 34 highway, 26 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Hyundai Sonata?
- Sonata trims have been upgraded with Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment this year.
- Leatherette Seats features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2012 Hyundai Sonata
1. Stay on the road longer
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata should be appreciated for what can make a car great: fuel economy. If your priority is gas mileage, you'll love the Sonata's EPA-estimated 24 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.
2. Available alloy wheels
Perhaps the colorful slick rims of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata caught your eye in the parking lot, but these rims are more than eye candy. Alloy wheels—which are made of a mixture of metals like aluminum and magnesium—offer improved performance, weight balance, and corrosion resistance compared to their steel counterparts. That means smoother steering and braking, thanks to sophisticated heat conduction. Upgrade to the Limited or SE trim on the 2012 Sonata to enjoy this improved wheel technology.
3. Two powerful engine options
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata offers two engine options: a standard 2.4L four-cylinder with 190 hp and 179 lb-ft of torque or a 2.0L four-cylinder that packs anywhere from 198 to 274 hp, depending on the trim (Limited or SE only). All these models come standard with 2WD, which makes them solid commuter vehicles and lifestyle cruisers.
4. A feast of available features
The base GLS model of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata has cruise control, power locks, mirrors and windows, side airbags, and traction control. If you're looking for more, the next-level Limited trim adds front seat heaters, a smart key, and a turbocharged engine. Optional features you can find on certain models include leatherette and cloth upholstery, Bluetooth® connectivity, a Dimension sound system, and a panoramic sunroof.
5. A roomy ride in a compact frame
If you need a compact sedan that can squeeze into tight parking spots and also make room for passengers and cargo, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata is a worthy contender. With seating for five, the Sonata offers 45.5 inches of front-row legroom and 34.6 inches in the rear row. At 189.8 inches in overall length, the Sonata is a great choice for swooping around city streets while you're waiting to pick up the kids from school, or for taking your crew on a weekend getaway.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Hyundai Sonata an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Hyundai Sonata 9th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
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GLS 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Power Seat(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
190
Torque (ft-lbs)
179
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
110"
Overall length
189.8"
Width
72.2"
Height
57.9"
Leg room
F 45.5"/R 34.6"
Head room
F 40"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P205/65R16
Rear tires
P205/65R16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Hyundai Sonata FAQ
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- GLS: 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- Limited: 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- SE: 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
The Hyundai Sonata received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Hyundai Sonata as 8 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Hyundai Sonata, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Hyundai Sonata Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Hyundai Sonata:
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Leatherette Seats
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