2001 Hyundai Sonata Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
20 -21 City / 27 -28 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
149 -170
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Tanner S
I have a Hyundai sonata a very nice choice for daily commute or even travel.
My Hyundai sonata is a very durable well built vehicle. I have had no mechanical problems for the two years I've had it. I've drove it camping multiple times on rough terrain and cross country with no problems. The interior is made with the customers comfort in mind and the seats are very comfortable and supportive.
accountCircle Angela H
This car is very mechanically strong.
This car is very comfortable. This car is also very reliable. The car has 300, 000 miles and I still very reliable and strong in the mechanical department. The leather seats have really held up well. I have had no mechanical problems with this car at all. I bought it for$2000 and it was worth every dollar.
accountCircle Cynthia E
Reliable and safe.good gas mileage and comfortable
Nothing I dislike.I love everything about it.good gas mileage.safety features
accountCircle Christian B
It is beautiful and golden.
I really like my car, it has good gas mileage, and acceleration. It was roughly twenty-five hundred dollars but it was well worth it. I get from point A to point B just like a that. It is nice and shiny and gold. The car has a high enough top speed to allow interstate travel and intercity travel.
accountCircle Ann B
That it came with a 10 year warranty and 2 free oil changes as long as I own the car
I love this car, gas mileage is good, since warranty ran out, I have not had any major problems
accountCircle Mike P
Although its a 2001 , It runs great ~
The Sonata runs great. I have never had any serious problems with it. I keep up the typical maintenance schedule , , including changing the oil , rotating the tires , and changing out the air filter . The car runs great.
accountCircle Denise H
They are affordable and reliable. A solid vehicle.
It is very reliable, Does not use that much gas. No complaints!!
accountCircle Kojo Isaac
Basic and meets my demands
I have a 2001 Sonata. Im the 3rd owner. I changed the engine as I bought it and a new spray work. It pulls well. Heavy. Enough space. 4 cylinder but with leather heated seats. Its 5 speed manual.Good acceleration. Has a bit of electrical issues. Sometimes my clock desides not to work sometimes it shows up. Same with Speedometer.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kalea T
The life of a Hyundai Sonata
This car is okay. It gets me to and from places. It has a crack in the windshield. The power windows work.
accountCircle Taylor W
Basic car, but very reliable!
It has lasted a long time. It has 226,000 miles on it now. It just doesn't want to quit. Very reliable. Not very many features besides just basics. You won't really fit to well if you are tall. The seats don't go down far enough. It is pretty decent in the gas mileage for an older car.
accountCircle Jaclyn T
The car ran great until it first broke down. It's broken down five times in three months, and over $1000 worth of problems at least and still not fixed.
I loved my car when I first got it from a family friend, it drove great. After a few months of having it though it broke down and bought a new battery, then broke down again a day after I got the battery. Then I got a new alternator and another battery, broke down. Then Rick Johnson put a new belt and harmonic sensor on, and broke down again. Then a new alternator again. It's something electrical supposedly, and am waiting for it to be fixed again.
accountCircle Randy L
My Hyundai Sonata is old but still runs good.
Its a 2001 Hyundai Sonata. I just got it about 6 months ago it has 220000 miles. I like it because it still has good power when you step on haven't had any issues with it yet for as old as it is I am surprised had to do the brakes on it but that's all I have done.
accountCircle Britany S
Drives pretty good besides the exhaust leak.
Nothing major is wrong with my car. I have a small exhaust leak and I need a new solenoid for my gas tank.
accountCircle Danielle S
Hard on gas but otherwise a great choice in a care
It is very hard on gas, that is my biggest complaint really. Besides that it is a great car, it is spacious, drives well, no problems really especially considering it is a 17 year old car.

Hyundai Sonata Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
149 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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GLS
170 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats
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2001 Hyundai Sonata Owner Reviews

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5 stars 37%
4 stars 32%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 11%
1 star 5%
accountCircle Kojo Isaac on June 15, 2021
Basic and meets my demands
I have a 2001 Sonata. Im the 3rd owner. I changed the engine as I bought it and a new spray work. It pulls well. Heavy. Enough space. 4 cylinder but with leather heated seats. Its 5 speed manual.Good acceleration. Has a bit of electrical issues. Sometimes my clock desides not to work sometimes it shows up. Same with Speedometer.
accountCircle Tanner S on February 11, 2021
I have a Hyundai sonata a very nice choice for daily commute or even travel.
My Hyundai sonata is a very durable well built vehicle. I have had no mechanical problems for the two years I've had it. I've drove it camping multiple times on rough terrain and cross country with no problems. The interior is made with the customers comfort in mind and the seats are very comfortable and supportive.
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Ranks #9 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2001 Hyundai Sonata has an average owner rating of 3.90 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
4.35
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2001 Toyota Camry Solara
4.26
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2001 Hyundai Sonata
3.84

Ranks #4 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Hyundai Sonata has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #4 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
32 MPG
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2001 Buick Regal
30 MPG
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28 MPG

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Frequently Asked Questions

2001 Hyundai Sonata: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2001 Hyundai Sonata uses SAE 5w-20 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of about 4 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of Your engine lubricated and it also removes dirt, sludge, and other impurities...

What kind of oil does the 2001 Hyundai Sonata use?

Answer: The kind of oil the 2001 Hyundai Sonata uses iS5w-20. Your oil needs to be changed eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't change it, there will be problems with the...
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Safety & Reliability

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Side

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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