Hyundai Sonata vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Hyundai Sonata or Mitsubishi Lancer reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Hyundai Sonata and the Mitsubishi Lancer truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Hyundai Sonata and Mitsubishi Lancer reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Hyundai Sonata and the Mitsubishi Lancer were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Hyundai Sonata and the Mitsubishi Lancer have been recently.
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Hyundai Sonata Reliability through March 31, 2013
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.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Hyundai Sonata
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| Reliability and Durability of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about Mitsubishi Lancer Reliability and Durability
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