2003 Hyundai Sonata Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, drivers are quite satisfied with the 2003 Hyundai Sonata, appreciating its reliability, performance, and spacious interior. Many loved the power and acceleration, even from the four-cylinder engine. However, some mentioned issues with the responsiveness of the brakes and occasional electrical problems. Despite these minor issues, the Sonata is often recommended for its value and functionality."
This is my wife's vehicle. I helped her drive it across the US last year. Even on bald tires and over packed she still handled and performed wonderfully. Since then, the car has continued to perform well. Maintenace costs have been minimal, with just normal wear and tear.
October 28, 2014This car is amazing. Suprisingly as a stock model, it packs a powerful punch in overall acceleration. Passing is good. Breaking is good. Roomy interior. Stereo is great. Solid cabin. Very quiet. Plenty of trunk space. Overall its got Mercedes class for 1/4 of the price. Never had a problem under the hood. Never a problem with electrical. Handles like a truck on snow. Never would have expected this from a Hyundai. The car is beautiful stock, (GLS LX Models w/ stock Alloy Hyundai Rims not hubcaps) but I wish it could be a little more versatile on the JDM/KDM market. I want a more solid bodykit. As well as the engine sharing parts with other Hyundai/Kia models, it doesnt make it custom even though its a family car and not a tuner/ricer. Perfect family car. Perfect four-door sedan. Almost perfect tuner. 10/10 rating.
July 24, 2008I absolutely love this car, it has minor cosmetic issues but thats it. I bought it with 25K and now has 86K, i have never had a problem with it except for minor cosmetic issues, and the stock system is fantastic!!
June 25, 2008What owners say
This is my wife's vehicle. I helped her drive it across the US last year. Even on bald tires and over packed she still handled and performed wonderfully. Since then, the car has continued to perform well. Maintenace costs have been minimal, with just normal wear and tear.
October 28, 2014This car is amazing. Suprisingly as a stock model, it packs a powerful punch in overall acceleration. Passing is good. Breaking is good. Roomy interior. Stereo is great. Solid cabin. Very quiet. Plenty of trunk space. Overall its got Mercedes class for 1/4 of the price. Never had a problem under the hood. Never a problem with electrical. Handles like a truck on snow. Never would have expected this from a Hyundai. The car is beautiful stock, (GLS LX Models w/ stock Alloy Hyundai Rims not hubcaps) but I wish it could be a little more versatile on the JDM/KDM market. I want a more solid bodykit. As well as the engine sharing parts with other Hyundai/Kia models, it doesnt make it custom even though its a family car and not a tuner/ricer. Perfect family car. Perfect four-door sedan. Almost perfect tuner. 10/10 rating.
July 24, 2008I absolutely love this car, it has minor cosmetic issues but thats it. I bought it with 25K and now has 86K, i have never had a problem with it except for minor cosmetic issues, and the stock system is fantastic!!
June 25, 2008Great features and great value. Loved that it had a CD & Cassette Player. Bought my Sonata V6 GLS new in November 2002. Had over 300,000 miles on it as of March 2021, when it stopped working due to some major electrical problems. Were they not so expensive, I would have fixed them and kept the car for longer. Have rented, leased, and owned other Sonatas since, but none looked as striking for their time as the 2002-2005 models. Would definitely recommend Hyundai Sonatas to anyone looking for a great value.
August 21, 2021This car is 21 years old and has 189000 miles almost 305000km, hardly any issues - original engine and transmission. Service regularly and very responsive still - did suspension work all around but its New York City driving where roads are not the friendliest. Been reliable - never had to be towed. Maintain and will go another 300000 miles easily
July 17, 2024I have a 2003 hyundai sonata it has 786,000 miles its still has the original v6 engine and transmission
September 4, 2023I bought this car in 2003 brand new and it has delivered. Extremely reliable, excellent handling and a beautiful look & feel to it. The only real issue I have had has been the air conditioning has acted up a few times.
December 15, 2014Performance is better than expected, reliable, load of space in the car. We bit thirsty, but expected with the engine. Cheap to repair and insure. Like the shape - kinda poor-mans Jag lookalike. Like the Semi Auto gear box, which helps the performance when needed
August 13, 2009I like the acceleratoin and the silver paint-job. It's easy to drive. I wish the brakes responsiveness was quicker, but owning the car is pretty sweet. Just cuz the car's a 4-cylinder, doesnt mean it cant have any umph to it. It goes when you tell it to, and the RPM's tack up quickly too. i just love this car.
May 10, 2009
