2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS in depth (owner) Review & walk through

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Car reviewer I am not. Car owner I am. This is a very in-depth review of the 2013 Hyundai Sonata which my wife and I recently purchased. We were looking for a mid size sedan and narrowed it down to the Sonata and the Kia Optima. So as you might have guessed we went with the Sonata over the Optima. So through out the review there is comparisons between the two cars.
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00:00 Intor
Under the hood - 2:50
Trunk - 8:07
Front Interior -12:04
Rear Interior - 28:10
Specifications
LENGTH 15ft 9.8in
WIDTH 6ft 0.2in
HEIGHT
4ft 9.9in
Exterior Measurements
WIDTH 6 ft. 0.2 in. (72.2 in.)
HEIGHT 4 ft. 9.9 in. (57.9 in.)
LENGTH 15 ft. 9.8 in. (189.8 in.)
FRONT TRACK 5 ft. 2.9 in. (62.9 in.)
REAR TRACK 5 ft. 2.9 in. (62.9 in.)
WHEEL BASE 9 ft. 2 in. (110 in.)
Interior Measurements
FRONT HEAD ROOM 40.0 in.
FRONT HIP ROOM 55.2 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM 45.5 in.
FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 57.9 in.
REAR HIP ROOM 54.9 in.
REAR HEAD ROOM 37.8 in.
REAR LEG ROOM 34.6 in.
REAR SHOULDER ROOM 56.7 in.
Fuel
ENGINE TYPE Gas
FUEL TYPE Regular unleaded
FUEL TANK CAPACITY 18.5 gal.
EPA MILEAGE EST. (CTY/HWY) 24/35 mpg
Weights and Capacities
EPA INTERIOR VOLUME 120.2 cu.ft.
DRAG COEFFICIENT 0.28 Cd
CURB WEIGHT 3199 lbs.
CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 16.4 cu.ft.
Engine & Performance
BASE ENGINE SIZE 2.4 L CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERS Inline 4
VALVES 16
VALVE TIMING Variable
TORQUE 179 ft-lbs. @ 4250 rpm
HORSEPOWER 190 hp @ 6300 rpm
TURNING CIRCLE 35.8 ft.
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@MOrtiz-ku7wu 7 лет назад

Thanks for your review, the most thorough I've seen. I'm picking up a 2013 Sonata Limited tomorrow!

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Maria Ortiz Happy to help.

@bloodyrose3169 3 года назад

This is the most in-depth and honest review I’ve ever seen, and I love it. I’m looking for a first car and my aunt owns a used car lot and just got one in with legit 40 miles on it, so I wanted to see what they were like. This has helped SO much! Thank you for your review 😁

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

Happy I could help.

@emendedndnnd5250 2 года назад

Is it good

@bloodyrose3169 2 года назад

@@emendedndnnd5250 i wound up not buying it as there were 40 miles on only the new engine- everything else was well over 200k miles, and I didn’t (still don’t) have the money nor time for the potential repairs 😅

@brendancallen3355 8 лет назад

Loved this review! Much greater detail than most auto reviewers and am most likely purchasing this car. Thank you so much!

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Brendan Callen Happy I could help.

@krystlewhitehurst-mitchell5569 10 лет назад

Thank you for making this video. I was torn between the Optima and this car. Test drove this car today and I think I'm sold!

@Stylezsolegit 10 лет назад

For a guy that don't review cars I think this was a great review :-)

@Wanderer001_Reviews 10 лет назад

Thank you very much.

@a1gr8biz 2 года назад

Glad I found your review. Though you did this review in 2013, I just bought a used 2013 Sonata GLS. You explained some features the salesman didn't know (I bought the car used from a Nissan dealership). Thanks for the thorough review.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

I am happy that people still find this helpful. My wife still has this car for her daily driver.

@camtocam46 8 лет назад

I know it's an old video but i am looking to purchase one so i thought i'd look and see what you had to say.Great job love how you went into detail all around the vehicle.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

Happy I could help.

@HuntaKiller91 7 лет назад

Wanderer001 hows the reliability?I found this particular model with 70-80k km with a $12000 pricetag in my country.. judging by ur vid it looks solid though

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+crysisownz Great car, still runs like they day I got it. Only up keep has been general maintenance. Very sold car.

@HuntaKiller91 7 лет назад

Wanderer001 might get it once i can buy it for cash by a year or two, having a hardtime thinking of getting this sonata yf or the civic fd to replace my ageing kia Spectra

@stonecold5373 6 лет назад

I just got one myself and the 2013 is GORGEOUS! I had to wait almost a week to pick it up because it was a recent trade in and needed detailing, inspection/repairs, etc and I couldn't stop thinking about it, lol.

@recoveringnewyorker2243 10 лет назад

I bought 1 myself 3 months ago.Speaking as a retired auto mechanic and vehicle assembler (firetrucks) this car has it all! This is my 4th Hyundai. My 1st was an '89 Excell. I drove it 10 years until it was hit. In "99 I bought an Accent which I'm still driving with 154000k.In 2010 I bought an Accent for my wife which she loves. These cars are durable,fun,and super simple to work on(for me anyway).Treat it right and it'll treat you right.Unlike US cars these give you more for less!

@MrJtaka40 6 лет назад

do you still have it

@rscott7706 8 месяцев назад

We just purchased a 2011 - basically the same look. Thank you so much for a thorough and easy to watch vid

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 месяцев назад

Happy this was able to help you out.

@scottdavidson7543 9 лет назад

Great review! Very helpful

@TheSendakite 10 лет назад

thanx for your kind reply - I got a 2014 coming and I'll let you now how it fits.

@7777lori 4 года назад

I wanted a very good used car and just purchased one and love it!

@DGKendarick 5 лет назад

Awesome in depth review bro. Definitely helpful in making a decision. I’m looking at one with 50k miles and the continued performance and reliability would be the only question I would have. Great review! Thank you for your time.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

Still have the car. It is my wife's daily driver. It does not yet have 50k on it but still runs like a champ.

@gregnael. 5 лет назад

David Gray same my mom looked at a grey version with 58k miles and it looks like a cool car cant wait!

@rosarioperez7509 10 лет назад

Awesome video! I have one myself in grey. If I really had to say one negative thing it would be the steering-wheel. It's a little to soft. Just wish it was a little harder. What I will say it's a nice smooth ride, that looks great too. In comparisons to others out there. Thanks for a real review.

@james-cm5ek 5 лет назад

GREAT JOB ONE OF THE BEST ON LINE

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

Thank you.

@MoesWod 2 года назад

Thank you greatly - I just got this car and l just learned so much !

@sincerer7221 4 года назад

You did the best review video thinking about getting one of these

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

Thanks

@wardmccomiskey2401 10 лет назад

I enjoyed the review. I am buying the 2013 sonata this week,

@Miss_Understood00 4 года назад

Ward McComiskey did you like your Sonta?.

@luckychan1951 5 лет назад

I really appreciate this video. I have a Hyundai sonata as well and I've learned a lot. your in depth explanation was really useful, it covered most of the stuff that was new to me but I'd still like to know more about the cruise controls. Thanks again and can't wait to see another video!

@stonecold5373 4 года назад

I bought my used 2013 Sonata in great condition in 2017 and I have NO regrets. 2 years later it runs like a champ with 71k miles. I HIGHLY recommend this vehicle. It is very quiet and the air conditioning/heater thing is negligible. The double center console is just amazing too, as are the DUAL heated seats. This is a very comfortable and quiet vehicle and beautiful to boot. The only issue I have had on the interior is the vent clips breaking off and the heated seat LED indicators going out, and the plastic coating material on the buttons on the steering wheel worn off. Other then that it's in tip top shape.

@willstepney9828 3 года назад

Just got a 2012 Sonata used had it bout a month love it roomy inside bout to install my sound system

@Libbydar_17 Год назад

Getting mine in frozi color 70k miles and super excited! The back looks so nice and it was nice upgrade for me from 2007 honda civic, hope for the best!😊

@CivilitaryMinuteman 4 года назад

You’ll notice, if you notice that you’re noticing, that you noticed yourself noticing that you noticed 👍 Just playing w/ ya, man. Good video, nice review 💯

@tinytowz4471 2 года назад

"... and how many pickled peppers did Peter Piper pick?"

@curtisallred7250 4 года назад

My mom had a silver 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS with grey leather interior. She bought it at Lance Cunningham Ford in Knoxville, Tennessee. I miss that car. It was a beautiful automobile. I drove it down to the end of my street and back when I lived in Powell, Tennessee. I did good backing out of the driveway but pulling in the driveway was difficult because of how small it is. I'd give anything to have that car back. I also miss the legroom in the backseat.

@jamesommen7093 10 лет назад

Dear Wanderer 001, enjoyed your review as I have a new sonata very like yours except for color. I did compare with a Kia but quickly rejected it because clock lighting was red and difficult for one who is colorblind to see in varying light conditions. I did put "cheater" mirrors on and they will stay. My previous car was a 2006 sonata and they stayed on for years. I think I noticed a chevy symbol on the floor mat under the glove box. I purchased Husky brand fitted floor mats for year round use. In the back seat, I have two sons who are 6' 3" and 6' 7" - they can ride acceptably. Thanks for good review from one who owns.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 10 лет назад

Thanks for letting me know about the cheater mirrors. Also you have a very sharp eye. Those Chevy mats have gone through a few cars. I got them with my first car a S10 Blazer, then then lived in my wifes Saturn and now are in her Sonata. How much did the husky fitted floor mats set you back if you don't mind me asking. I thought about weather tech. but was a little more then I wanted to spend.

@T-for-Tigers 10 лет назад

Hi, it is a great review video. Thanks.

@mytreasureshed 9 лет назад

Thanks for the great review. For anyone that is interested in any Hyundai vehicle, I will say Hyundai and Kia have the best and coldest A/C systems. As a vehicle Sales Consultant, I work at a dealership that carries almost all the makes and models, and when a customer is on a budget and still wants the reliability, features, and looks of a higher end make, I always recommend the Hyundai brand. They are reliable, awesome on fuel, they have cool features, great look and feel, decent size for a family, and an a great power train warranty.

@supreme_tech_reviews 5 лет назад

Great video. I own the very same year and model myself.

@Kyshalise 4 года назад

Great video very informative

@jamesommen7093 10 лет назад

Reply on floor mats - I felt weather tech were a little pricey. I purchased Husky from JC Whitney and paid about $125 for front and rears. Also purchased fitted cargo liner (trunk) for $105.00 I am pleased so far as I have tested the mats with melted snow. Surprised at your prompt reply

@Wanderer001_Reviews 10 лет назад

Vladimir Saghin The name of the color is Indigo Night. In most lights it does have a little more purple then blue for my liking. But it is the color my wife wanted.

@Lumotaku 10 лет назад

excellent review very useful.

@stonecold5373 4 года назад

I fell in love with this model almost instantly. I was contemplating the newer gen 2015 model but found it to be not nearly as curvy and stylish as this model. The 2018 and 2019 are fantastic but the 2020.......on a new level and I cannot wait to save for the 2020 Sonata after a year or two. Hyundai depreciation is fantastic. Until then I will keep my beautiful 2013 grey sonata GLS with only 71k miles! I will probably keep it until it's only worth about $4k trade in which will be a few years yet. It's one of the sexier cars of this generation of mid size cars. Curvy is good :)

@ryanamends9801 2 года назад

I saw this video is from 2013 but I am getting this exact car same year and it's also a GLS just a different color with 50k miles on it and before I do I just wanted to know if this car has been reliable for you because I plan on keeping this car for a while.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Wife still uses it as her daily driver. Have not had any major issues with it. She plans to drive it till it dies.

@jhalisabright9390 2 года назад

Buying this car next week . Thank you 🙏🏽

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Happy to help.

@stonecold5373 6 лет назад

Just bought my first Sonata tonight. Used 2013 with 58k miles. Gray metallic and it's gorgeous! Just a little unhappy that the financial manager told me the lender required me to have GAP, when I found out that that is illegal. WARNING!!!! The 2011-2014? Optimas have had a massive recall for engine failure due to metal shavings left behind in the engine after manufacturing, so if you have a Kia Optima (also a very sporty looking vehicle) make sure you get a new engine for FREE.

@dawnwhite7505 6 лет назад

However, GAP is extremely useful, if you ever have to use it.

@rkalen 3 года назад

I may be buying one this week, thank you for the help

@prettyp654 3 года назад

Me too 😌

@carlosc2849 3 года назад

Cool!

@imaboy. 3 года назад

same here!

@abelyang9977 3 года назад

I just got one 2 weeks ago =)

@cesarriv5446 3 года назад

Me too

@adrianlarazamora1012 7 лет назад

Best review of the car I have seen so far. Buying this car this week. So I have a few question whats the steering actually like and how do u connect to bluetooth

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

Thank you. I am not sure what you are looking for in regards to steering actually being like. The best I can say is that it preforms as you would expect a front wheel drive car to. It might be a little lighter then some cars I have driven needing only a little nudge to move the car in a given direction. As for how to connect to the Bluetooth, rather then writing it out for you I found a video that shows how to. Not the best but it gives you the generals of what you need to do and where you need to go. (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0WMFvki6Gz4.html)

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Mr. Blue @Mr. Blue Yes heated seats are optional. They are part of the GLS package.

@TorontoSparksMusicAcademy 2 года назад

What's the GLS package? Sorry, I am a dummy in cars yet😁

@sherlydure5086 2 года назад

I have my sonata since 2017, I paid it off since 2020 I’m so in love with it never gave me problem

@melvinknoxi4018 2 года назад

Hey is it a 2013 ?! I just bought one from a used car delearship

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Yes it is a 2013.

@HemiLyfestyle Год назад

great review even for 2023!

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

Thanks

@rammy2012 10 лет назад

its a great car, love my old sonata, good stuff,

@reda497 2 года назад

Good review, i might be buying one

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

My wife still loves it.

@reda497 2 года назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews thats good to know.

@terrilee1043 7 лет назад

Thank you.

@justinroberts2011 4 года назад

How do you turn off the AC (person reclining buttons) @24:30 mine is on and cycles through the different modes but I cant figure out how to turn it off compltely

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

With this model year if max ac is set it would only use the recycling air option. However, setting it to just on click before that will let you pick outside air or recycling air.

@975kushal 8 лет назад

dose your steering wheel mounted control change music when phone is paired and music is being played via Bluetooth.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Kushal Shrivastava It will let you scrub through the song you are on but I have not been able to get it to skip right to the next song.

@hansonmick Год назад

I have 2013 sonata (twin exhausts) ? excellent car. GPS doesnt work but I use I phone so NP. Amazing value. I had 2002 sonata GLS before also excellent and super fast as its smaller/lighter with V6. I got the speeding ticket to prove it. OUCH ! again amazing car

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

This has been a great a to b car for my wife.

@Mistablue22 8 лет назад

Was the heated seating optional?

@vladsaghin7644 10 лет назад

What's the name of the color? It seems a bit too purple for me

@neodidi Год назад

Getting it soon.. Maybe within a month.. Hopefully no more than 100k miles on it.. Preferably way less.. But yeah, I've loved this car since I first saw it 5 years ago. Now I can afford a used one, some what, so hopefully I get it soon. Will be getting a silver one, and 2013 model year or 2012. If you have any thoughts to share, kindly let me know.. Great review, enjoyed watching it..

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

Just make sure that the way you pick up has had the "tiktok challange" recall. There should be a sticker on the drives side window. If it has not make sure they do it before taking possession of the car. My wife's car just got this done last week. Before that I had to get a club for the wheel just to be safe.

@neodidi Год назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews alright.. Noted.. Thank you

@PresidentJackBauer 8 лет назад

I'm interested in this or a 2013 limited elantra. My main issue is would the mpg difference between the two give the elantra the edge? I'll be mostly driving city.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+B Blackwell As long as you don't mind the size then, yes the elantra wins hands down for city mpg.

@Anonymous-ji4sb 6 лет назад

I used have a 2013 Elantra limited and I only got 175 miles out of a tank of gas. Now I have a 2015 Sonata se and I get 335 miles out of a tank of gas on all city driving so go with the sonata.

@viyau 8 лет назад

Thanks for the review. I am seriously considering buying a 13 w/16k miles to use as daily driver and UBER.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+viyau Could be a great Uber car if you live where there is snow.

@viyau 8 лет назад

Well, am in Florida. Other than heated seats that I dont need it could be a good car for that yea?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+viyau Yes for sure.

@viyau 8 лет назад

do you know if all GLS came with a compass in the mirror or is that a separate option?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+viyau option, this trim level did not come with it.

@theflow03 8 лет назад

Great extended video!!! Can you tell me about the road noise and if the driver seat is uncomfortable to seat on? Also what are all the pros and cons you found about this car? Thanks for the video!

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Rodolfo Reyes I do not find the road noise to be all the noticeable. It does have a nice quite cabin. For me the site are just fine. I have only done a few 6 hour road trips in it, but it was plenty comfortable for me.

@theflow03 8 лет назад

+Wanderer001 Good to know! Is there anything you dislike about this car? im trying to choose between this and the Elantra.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Rodolfo Reyes If you are looking between those two cars I would say go with the Sonata if you are looking for a bigger car with more power. But you need to be willing to have a little less mpg then you could get with the Elantra.

@theflow03 8 лет назад

+Wanderer001 I guess is better go with the Sonata if there's manny cons. Thanks for the video and info.

@soufdallas 5 лет назад

Im looking to grab one now as a work car, looks like it has a backup camera in the mirror could you notice it? How is it?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

The one I have does not have the camera so I can not speak to that.

@claragreene394 4 года назад

Is this a hybrid? I didn't think it was but with the eco mode I assume it is. Haven't heard great things about hybrids. How is this one?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

This is not a hybrid eco mode just makes it slightly more fuel efficient. My wife likes the car still has it runs great.

@ivana5293 3 года назад

hey does this have Apple Carplay when plugged with a usb cord and a iPhone 12?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

This year no, a newer year model might have it.

@MysticalTy 5 лет назад

I just bought this car a week ago. Confused as to why some versions of my car are push start and others, like mine, have an actual key

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

Trim level maybe.

@bonniemccormack1361 6 лет назад

lol miles to empty same as mine. I don't care for the high/low beam demarcation. Other then that, love the car so far. Yours is a very pretty blue :0)

@thewalkingmeme4031 5 лет назад

So, would you recommend this car for a college student? I’m looking to buy a 2011 or 2013 Sonata or a 2012 Nissan Altima which one would you recommend? (if you have any experience with the Altima)

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

We did look at an altima the same time we were lookin at this. We ended up going with the sonata because the altima was a CVT and my my did not want one. Both would make a good car for a college aged kid. But think the sonata looks a little more sporty.

@thewalkingmeme4031 5 лет назад

Wanderer001 yes it looks more sporty and the interior looks really good I think I might go with the sonata, hopefully the insurance isn’t too expensive

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

Should not be too bad, it should be classified as a 4 door sedan even with the sporty look.

@jeronimochavez8964 5 лет назад

would you recommend having the econ mode on most of the time (not when driving in the highway ) or does that damage the car?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

My wife pretty much leaves it in the echo mode all the time. Have not had any issues.

@Libbydar_17 Год назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviewsi use highway all the time, how about eco mode with that? I’m not that knowledgeable in regards with this factor

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

@@Libbydar_17 Eco mod will get you about 3 to 4 better mpg when using it. On the highway the only thing you will notice a differance in is the speed at which the car accelerates.

@lightningkid09 2 года назад

Great video! I was wondering, do you still own the car today? If you do, was there any major problems that occurred throughout your ownership. I'm looking at a Hyundai Sonata 2013 used for a great price from a family friend and I plan on purchasing it in the next couple of days. But I've been doing some research on the car and there was a decent amount of reviews online saying, the engine is bad which is huge red flag for me. I want to know if you had that problem or any problem with your car. It will help me tremendously on the decision making process. Thank you and god bless!

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Yes I still have this car. It is my wife daily driver. Aside from a few recalls we have not had any major issues with the car. I have seen things about engine issues as well on line, however, I have not experienced anything like that with my car. Hope that helps you out a little. Kepp in mind I am just one random data point for your research.

@ohfoohy 7 лет назад

Nice review. Looking to buy this car used. Are you able to listen to music via the bluetooth connection?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+ohfoohy yes.

@randyfarmer4480 5 лет назад

Hope everyone knows about the engine recall on the gls 2013 and 2014 Sonatas. Engines Lock up. Mine did...only had 78k miles on it.

@missdesireindependance5194 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing this important info. Car complaints website stated the 2011 and 2012 had issues. I didn't know the 2013 had issues. Did you have to get a new engine?

@zachtravers 8 лет назад

Did you know, if you hold down Trip, it brings up a small hidden menu of a few features? We have a 2011 Sonata Limited and couldn't be happier

@derekcarson7976 8 лет назад

for horn auto lock etc.

@corinnecolvin6462 7 лет назад

@Zach just to make sure I am completely understanding you, you mean this menu is on the 2013 or the 2011? Also @Derek Are you saying those are the only two in the extra menu and for the same year or the 2013?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Corinne Colvin 2013

@TorontoSparksMusicAcademy 2 года назад

Hi there, I just purchased a used Sonata. This is my 1st ever car 😁. Sorry for my maybe stupid question - how to charge the battery? Another one is related to the gas. When I went for a test drive, it seemed so sensitive 🥺. Would an option ECO help to have a little resistance? What about this option, ECO - how fuel efficient is it comparing with a regular non-Eco option? Thanks for your answers.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Changing the battery I would just do a RU-vid search for that it's pretty simple to do. It's not like other cars where you have to take Parts out just to replace the battery. Eco mode will help my car feel a little less punchy. As for a fuel economy comparison can't really say for sure as my wife normally just drives it in eco mode all the time.

@ryukdluffy 6 лет назад

i am looking at a 2014 GLS with rear view cam. 40k miles but ive heard some negative things about it and I have no idea if to get it as it's not with warranty

@Wanderer001_Reviews 6 лет назад

My wife's 2013 is still running great with only general maintenance. What issues have you heard about?

@ryukdluffy 6 лет назад

i heard that the steering is very light. Any small push and it will turn. Some said that it has engine problems

@Mikemendez21 9 лет назад

Very nice review in looking into this car as my first thank you. You mentioned it has Bluetooth is that also Bluetooth streaming or do you have to connect via aux cable ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 9 лет назад

It has both. You can use a phone hands free over Bluetooth as well as stream music over Bluetooth. There is also an aux cable if you prefer then method of connection.

@pedrojimenez5849 8 лет назад

quiero ver prrcio

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Pedro Jimenez ?

@Lumotaku 10 лет назад

I melted the cup holders in they were in the way of feet.

@rynehubbs7032 5 лет назад

I've got a 2012 Sonata GLS at 104,000 miles now and it's still going strong. They're very reliable cars and mine is a champion at getting good gas mileage lol. I always get 34 or 35 MPG, and no I don't drive like an old man, I just take it easy on the pedal 😝. Do you still have this car, and if you do how many miles do you got on it now?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

I do but not it does not have quite the amount of miles that yours does.

@6atlantis 4 года назад

A family friend has a 2013 with 55K he picked up at an “auction”, I can’t see the car in person so I’m looking for opinions. We’ve bought other cars from him so I’m not worried about getting a lemon but would like to know if it’s a good buy or not. Any pros/cons, good or bad stories? Engine trouble etc.. I should look out for? Thanks in advance!

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

I still have the car it's my wife's daily driver haven't had any engine issues or anything with it. There are a few minor recalls but just doing general maintenance it's been a champ.

@sheepdog8764 2 года назад

Is it smoother to drive than average sedan? Is it quiet and not hear the noise outside?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Hard for me to say. I am not a car reviewer and my wife and I have only had one other sedan each. So I can say it is as smooth as any other sedan I have driven. Does do a good job a damping road noise from outside.

@TheFatCookie 2 года назад

Getting this car in less than a month. I truly can’t wait. Is it a good first car for 2021?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

My wife still has it and drives it every day.

@ntiboamahdarko3095 7 лет назад

Would I be able to replace the front grill with s chrome one ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

I am not really sure about that. It does come on higher trim levels. But I would assume that if you are handy and could find the part it could be done.

@dougn2350 7 лет назад

You could take the grill off and have custom shop chrome plate it.

@corinnecolvin6462 7 лет назад

I purchased the 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS in September of this year and so far I am happy. For me that is a lot to say because I never liked Hyundai's I was a Honda & Chevy woman and would not move from those models. I do agree with your comments on and about the car @Wanderer001. I do love the quietness of the car when driving.Oh and I Loooove the turbo boost it has as well, that could get me in trouble with me having a heavy foot. I do love the sound system as well, it is not like the Bose in the Chevy nevertheless it pumps. I am however trying to understand the symbols beside the D (Drive); this is an option to go from automatic to stick shift? Am I correct in my understanding of this (I am not car expert and this is the newest model and car I have had) feature? I thought it was to help drive in snow nevertheless I think I am wrong there to. Would you suggest the skidding/traction button be on when driving in snow? Thank you for doing this video, it really helped me and now maybe I can go to my husband a little smarter about the car lol.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Corinne Colvin The things beside the D are a pseudo manual shift. It really does not work that great. Best bet would be just to use it for down shifting in snow. As for traction button unless you need to spin the tires a bit or rock the car leave this option on.

@corinnecolvin6462 7 лет назад

You are Awesome and quick, thank you. We are expecting snow so I figured I needed to get some understanding on this as soon as possible.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Corinne Colvin Drive safe.

@MrJtaka40 6 лет назад

do you still have it

@Wanderer001_Reviews 6 лет назад

Yes.

@kd6337 3 года назад

looking to buy a 2013 sonata gls with 95.1k miles on it for about 9,900$. Would you say it's still a good buy?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

My wife still drives her's everyday. Not as High millage but still as solid as they day we got it.

@qkm27 3 года назад

Got one and has new engine due to the recall! Looking to sell soon.

@sanjogahuja1561 Год назад

what's the actual real life mpg in city and on highway you get?

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

26/36 is the best my wife has gotten.

@rohitgupta565 3 года назад

Great review. I have a qustion though, i just bought it from a dealer with 140k miles already on it. Is it reliable to drive till like 200k miles with just basic regular maintenance ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

I am not a super car guy but have heard from my friends that are that Hyundai, Toyota, Honda, should be able to go 200k with pretty much just general maintenance.

@Bronxbowy_ Год назад

Hey good day I just purchase one if these car today which insurance company I can use.

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

Which ever one gets you the best price.

@chandramohanababu2656 7 лет назад

Why is the Hyundai Sonata has the same sound like you Subaru Forester when you start the car?

@chandramohanababu2656 7 лет назад

Reply please

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

Same type of starter.

@karangajjar7706 2 года назад

I am thinking to buy a used car in Nov 2021. it is 80,000 Kms driven and costs me 10K. Do you think it would be a great deal ? I can keep it for another two years ? Thanks.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Great deal is hard to say. Might want to check the condition vs edmunds value: www.edmunds.com/hyundai/sonata/2013/appraisal-value/. What I can say is my wife still has hers and it drives like a champ as a daily commuter. Can you get 2 years our of it? Well, that depends on how well it drives. It does seem to have pretty low kms for the year.

@frankierios07 Год назад

I have a 2013 Hyundai sonata. Mine seems to look a little different from yours. 1. My car has leather seats, these seem to be cloth seats. 2. I have turn signal indicator. I dnt see any on yours I'm just confused as to why. Any answer will help. Thank you!

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

There are differnt trime levels. This was the base. Also, you can see the blinker stick at 15:22.

@frankierios07 Год назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews so you're saying I have a different version of the sonata?

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

@@frankierios07 That is correct.

@frankierios07 Год назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews Ok. Thanks!

@anon420anon 4 года назад

I had the Limited 2.0T and I was considering getting the GLS. I thought the GLS was better than the one I have. Is the performance better on the GSL and just not as nice looking?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

It is not the limited is a better car.

@anon420anon 4 года назад

wow, thanks for the swift response. Mine got totaled today and I really love the car so I wanted to get the same one and remembered hearing something about a GLS version that was faster.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

Hyundai Sonata GLS www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fg%2F1yddd4gvr&hl=en-US&kgs=c6d0fec4658f282efc9ec999bbb9f232&source=sh/x/ke/kgs&q=2014%20Hyundai%20Sonata%20GLS. It's a good car but not as fast a the 2.0T.

@anon420anon 4 года назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews you're awesome. Thanks!

@ginkadarboe4474 3 года назад

how much miles does the car usually go for ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

In a year about 15k.

@MsClarissa2012 Год назад

I seen one with 104,00 miles for 10,000 is that good ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

I would like to see that under 10k for the milage.

@xxoreolovexx 5 лет назад

Still have it? I have a chance to get one with 62k miles for 8k. How is/was reliability and how would a bigger guy fit in them. I'm 6'5" 375lbs

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

Still have it, just did some recalls today. At 6'5 I am not sure. It seems like it would be a little tight. Have you taken a test drive in it?

@xxoreolovexx 5 лет назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews Not yet I wasn't sure if it would even be worth the time if I don't fit in it lol

@Wanderer001_Reviews 5 лет назад

Got ya. It might be a little small for you, at least to be comfortable in.

@MassaKingWOfficial 4 года назад

Can you tell me what about the interior /dash that made you pick this over the KIA ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

It mostly was the clock display the Kia was just small and an odd color it made it hard to see.

@MassaKingWOfficial 4 года назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews Thanks for the quick reply ! I'm also reading that this car has design flaw that makes changing the tires too often mandatory and also that you have to adjust the steering wheel constantly for it to stay in lane. Are those correct ?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 4 года назад

I have not found that have to replace the tires on this vehicle more than normal. My wife drives the car more than I do she says she does not notice having to adjust the wheel often just to stay in the lane.

@MassaKingWOfficial 4 года назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews Ah okay, thanks again for the feedback buddy !

@230mps 6 лет назад

346 miles on a full tank? I just filled mine up for the first time last week and I coulda swore it was in the 2 hundreds. Hope nothing is wrong with mine.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 6 лет назад

It depends on a lot of factors, how aggressive you are when driving, outdoor temperature, using AC ect.

@yayaslocs6877 3 года назад

What do you think about this car now? I’ll looking to buy one soon

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

It's still my wife daily driver she likes it.

@catherinerousseau6923 6 лет назад

Does the engine sounds loud now ??

@Wanderer001_Reviews 6 лет назад

Not really any louder then it was.

@Libbydar_17 Год назад

Wait we can’t connect Bluetooth phone to the car? How about if we wanna play some songs?

@Wanderer001_Reviews Год назад

Yes you can connect Bluetooth to the car. I just did not do mine as it was my wifes car.

@Skyburnbright 8 лет назад

Do you find that your center console makes annoying clicking type noises if somebody is resting their arm weight on it while driving..? Mine makes a noise, maybe i'm just being picky but its really annoying. Have you noticed that?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+DShepard I only notice a noise if someone leans o it an shifts their weight in their seat. Not if just resting on it.

@tinytowz4471 2 года назад

What about the infamous engine issues?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Knock on wood I have not run into it myself.

@Whitesp44 3 года назад

Do you still have this car? How did it hold up? I'm looking at one for my daughter 65k for miles. Thank you!

@Wanderer001_Reviews 3 года назад

Still my wife's daily driver. So far still holding up quite nicely.

@Whitesp44 3 года назад

@@Wanderer001_Reviews thank you ! Appreciate that. They're as asking 10,900. One owner no accidents. I'll seriously consider it. Looking at the Elantra as well. Appreciate your video and info. Stay healthy.

@dougn2350 7 лет назад

So you still have it? How many miles currently? Any specific problem areas?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Doug N Still have it, has about 19k+. Only really issue has been that people seem to like to back into the rear bumper. Other then that it's been great. Does have one safety recall that I still need to have addresses with the drives lap belt.

@dougn2350 7 лет назад

Wanderer001 19k miles....that's very low. you must not drive it much

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

It is my wife's car, and she does not.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 6 лет назад

+Gintoki Gintama Have not had an issue with the fuel pump as of yet.

@GM-ux3ub 9 лет назад

I love your video but my car has different opptions on the wheel and the air is different on my car as well. I don't have the person for the air its normal nobs for the air placement.

@rammy2012 10 лет назад

got a set of nuts under that hood too

@chandramohanababu2656 7 лет назад

Nice car. Can you please show you how to connect Bluetooth and show depth of your radio. Why do you have Chevrolet mats in the floor of the driver and passenger seat in the front. What about your Malibu and Saturn car. Please send videos of them.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Chandramohana Babu The mats move from car to car so that is why there are in the Sonata. I am sorry but I can not make videos for the other two cars as I do not own them any more.

@chandramohanababu2656 7 лет назад

But you said that the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is your car and the Saturn is you wife's car. You told this in one of the videos.

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Chandramohana Babu Yes the Saturn was my wife's car but she got the Sonata. At the time I filmed this I had a Malibu, but I got a Forester now so we do not have either of the old cars.

@chandramohanababu2656 7 лет назад

+Wanderer001 You sold those cars?

@Wanderer001_Reviews 7 лет назад

+Chandramohana Babu Yes.

@nakeedrajackson7393 2 года назад

What type of gas it take ??

@Wanderer001_Reviews 2 года назад

Regular.

@smittenforfiction 6 лет назад

We're looking at buying a 2013 Sonata...do you still have this car? I know it's been 5 years but figured I'd ask LOL

@Wanderer001_Reviews 6 лет назад

Still do, still works great.

@cristinajohnson3915 8 лет назад

Thanks for sharing. How is this car in the snow???

@Wanderer001_Reviews 8 лет назад

+Cristina Johnson About the same as most front wheel drive cars. If you have a good set of tires on it and take it slow for the most part you will not get bogged down. It is nothing like an AWD car but using lower gears it does pretty good going up snowy hills.

@cristinajohnson3915 8 лет назад

ok good to know. thanks for the prompt response!

@derekcarson7976 8 лет назад

+Cristina Johnson you can not fully disable traction control. if it's bad out and you need to turn it off, it will briefly spin the tires and then disable the throttle and not move.