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Hyundai Sonata vs. Volkswagen Passat Reliability Comparisons

Hyundai Sonata Reliability vs. Volkswagen Passat Reliability:
Hyundai Sonata Reliability vs. Volkswagen Passat Reliability:

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Hyundai Sonata Reliability through December 31, 2012

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

 

Year Make/Model Repair Frequencysuccessful repair trips per 100 cars per year Compared to all models for the same year  
2013 Volkswagen Passat   17 Passats, 3.1 months of data per Passat, average 4500 miles

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2013 Hyundai Sonata   18 Sonatas, 4.8 months of data per Sonata, average 4700 miles

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2012 Hyundai Sonata 50 Sonatas, 8.2 months of data per Sonata, average 9600 miles29
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Volkswagen Passat 75 Passats, 8.2 months of data per Passat, average 10000 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Rough start earlier, much improved lately.35
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Hyundai Sonata 140 Sonatas, 9.2 months of data per Sonata, average 24600 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Very common problem with brake light switch. When it fails car won't start. Also some turbo and engine failures with the turbocharged engine.52
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Hyundai Sonata   23 Sonatas, 10.1 months of data per Sonata, average 38600 miles

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2010 Volkswagen Passat   19 Passats, 10.1 months of data per Passat, average 29700 miles

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2009 Hyundai Sonata 70 Sonatas, 10.0 months of data per Sonata, average 47300 miles

24
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Volkswagen Passat   18 Passats, 10.1 months of data per Passat, average 48900 miles

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2008 Hyundai Sonata 29 Sonatas, 10.1 months of data per Sonata, average 64800 miles

20
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2008 Volkswagen Passat 51 Passats, 9.4 months of data per Passat, average 47500 miles

63
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Hyundai Sonata 32 Sonatas, 8.8 months of data per Sonata, average 73300 miles

30
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Volkswagen Passat 49 Passats, 9.4 months of data per Passat, average 70600 miles65
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Hyundai Sonata 62 Sonatas, 8.9 months of data per Sonata, average 83000 miles39
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Volkswagen Passat 40 Passats, 9.3 months of data per Passat, average 75200 miles

Redesigned for this model year.77
70% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2005 Hyundai Sonata   13 Sonatas, 7.2 months of data per Sonata, average 82700 miles

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 27 Passats, 10.3 months of data per Passat, average 102700 miles95
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2004 Volkswagen Passat   17 Passats, 8.4 months of data per Passat, average 98900 miles

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2004 Hyundai Sonata   22 Sonatas, 9.8 months of data per Sonata, average 102800 miles

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 41 Passats, 9.6 months of data per Passat, average 119700 miles101
70% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2002 Volkswagen Passat 42 Passats, 9.2 months of data per Passat, average 106900 miles

103
70% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2001 Volkswagen Passat   14 Passats, 9.2 months of data per Passat, average 118600 miles

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2000 Volkswagen Passat   17 Passats, 7.5 months of data per Passat, average 151600 miles

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1999 Volkswagen Passat   17 Passats, 7.4 months of data per Passat, average 144600 miles

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What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Hyundai Sonata

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What Our Members Are Saying about Hyundai Sonata Reliability and Durability

Reliability and Durability of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 "It Has The Best Warranty In The Business."
2011 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 5/60,000 bumper to bumper warrantee 10/100,000 - (for me, I got LIFETIME!!) drive train warranty
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Reputation for reliability and quality.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Warranty: bumper to bumper for 5 years/60,000 miles.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Long track record of major component reliability. The car will last without major issues for 5 years -statistically.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 So Far so good with 13,000 miles. Knock on wood.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Long warranty and above average reliability according to many sources.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I have about 9000 miles on it now with zero problems,I just love it and I am 66 years old and owned lots of new cars in my lifetime.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Bought with 41000 miles and no issues, now has over 750000 miles and no major issues
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 No problems in 22 months of ownership
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Great warranty & reported reliability by Consumer Reports
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I have driven the vehicle for 2 years now and it has held up quite well. No issues.
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 We have had no problems from day one.
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 CR rated just under Toyota and Honda overall for this catagory plus I have owned a 99 Sonata before this one. Every new generation of Sonata brings this amazing car company higher to the top of the catagory. Best car I have EVER owned by a wide margin.
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 the NF model Sonata is far better than the Honda and Bmw Models had in the past .As we are in a harsh dusty environment This vehicle has held up better than all others in the fleet Strong and tough as nails + a bit of luxury
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 No problems in 34,000 miles. Excellent vehicle.
2006 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 JD Power & Associates customer satisfaction and "used vehicle" recommendations
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 as good as the Japanese vehicles
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 in 3 years driving, it had two problems (windshield washer and auto-dim rear view mirror) which were repaired under warranty. The car is dead solid reliable.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 have used this as a commuting vehicle for over 3 years. had the timing belt tensioner done when i bought it (15k miles) has been VERY reliable up to 97k miles. now the flexplate is coming apart and no longer under warranty. 1000-1500 to replace
2006 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Everything! 84,000 serviced at the dealer regularly . Not one single problem. Original brake shoes, Original tires lasted 60,000 miles. Good gas milage. Safest car on the mountain roads my wife travels daily.
2003 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.7L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 We have had our car for seven years and nearly 85K miles without any malfunctions other than some replacement circuit breakers and the normal maintenance.
Reliability and Durability of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Suspension noises, Burning Rubber smell thrtough air vents, Faulty Electronics. So far; I am not please with the R & D of the car as I have spent over 23 Hours in the service waiting area in 6 Motnhs.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 if you are not the original owner i would sell before 90k miles

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