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@@4-TE Until you get the DCT (dual clutch transmission) from Hyundai are as bad as the one in Ford Focus, and many VW. broke all the time, just matter of when not if well below typical Toyota lifetime
I'm not a fan of Hyundai or Kia, but my mom has owned three Kia Optimas in a row and has put hundreds of thousands of miles on them and has not had a single problem with any of them. She has literally only changed the oil, tires, and air filters. That's pretty extraordinary imo.
They coming slowly to take over unless Japanese autos open their eyes when it comes to style and tech. We got so used to think only Mercedes is the ultimate luxury car not knowing Korean models have more features than Mercedes and actually other manufacturers are trying to keep with Koreans now and prices used to be cheap but steadily increasing
I just sold a 2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 with 200,000 miles. Changed oil, changed brakes and tires and that's it..transmission shifted as well as the day I bought it. car was a stud... the Koreans are making quality vehicles... 👌
@@ckbun I can't say for certain, but I have the 2.0T in my 2013 Santa Fe sport and it's been exemplar. Runs as smoothly as the day I bought it. I currently have 90k miles on it and I drive rather spiritly. My next will probably be the 2.5T.
I’ve owned two Elantra’s (2013) and now a 2017. 389,000 miles on the 2013 with zero problems with the exception of coils, 3 sets of plugs, and 3 batteries. I was hit in the rear and it was totaled. The 2017 now has 159,887 miles and I’ve replaced the coils and plugs and that’s it. The two best cars I’ve ever owned. Not so much as a water pump on either car.
I had a 2017 and in 84k miles it only went to be repaired once because a plow truck backed into it. Mechanically I got the oil changed and routine maintanence. Traded it in last summer for a 2016 f150 because i needed a truck. I just bought a brand new 22 elantra n line for a 2nd vehicle with better mpg. Havent picked it up yet as its in transit.
I learned to drive on a Hyundai Elantra and now use a Toyota Camry as my daily driver. I still like the Elantra but I have less anxiety with how my Toyota looks under the hood
Had a Hyundai Elantra that went over 200,000mils before I sold it, heard the new owner put on over 100,000 before giving it to his son. 3000mil oil change, brake cleaning twice a year, replace worn part like brake pads, wheel bearings, timing belt, never an issue with the power train! A great car.
I am driving my second Sonata. First was a 2007 model with the 2.4 liter engine. Drove it until 2014/135k miles when I sold it because I was moving out of the country for a job. When I returned in 2016, I bought a 2016 model with the same engine. This one now has 89k miles and drives like the day I bought it. Never had any issues with them. When I gift this one to my daughter next year when she starts driving, I'll get another Sonata for sure.
@@guidedbygreen1480 I disagree I had a 13,Elantra and it always got me around 167,000 with the 1.8l piston slap now I have an 2018 Elantra with 28,000 miles
Same, my 2002 Elantra just rolled over 283,000 and I just changed the timing belt/water pump shooting for 400,000😂. Got it with 195,000 and never put me down. Won't get rid of it until it gets rid of me, best car I've ever owned.
Hyundai talked a lot of German engineers from the big companies to move to their company. The result is stiffer bodies, many German innovations being transferred to Hyundai. many well maintained Hyundais are now hitting 300k miles now.
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@@lailanitaganap2402 , 2009 sedan with a 4.6 v8, original transmission , original silver paint still looks good and no chips, with 258, 000 now, still my dally driver, mostly highway miles, driven 80- 110 mph daily, as i commute to work, i once cruised at 120 with a corvette, she is a beast.
@@thinkcorrectly407 give us a update when you hit 300 thousand? Who knows how long that tank can last? There is a Elantra 2013 that has over a million miles and still going.
@@lailanitaganap2402 , oh boy, that's a lot of miles, im thinking to have her refurbished when time comes, recently brought new original rims, as i messed the others up, with some spray cleaner, she is set to pass inspection later this month, you asked about the transmission, did you have an issue with yours
@@lailanitaganap2402 , btw i have replaced alternator, starter and left side headlight and turn signal bulbs, twice, no sure why those 2 items have burned out twice, headlight is hard to replace, the low beam is a tough one.
Hi Scotty your right. Hyundai and kia are making good cars. I had a santa fe 2016 sport. since I got it, I didn't had any issues until now it's running like new.
Lotta Hyundai love in the comments, Scotty. I'm in there w/them--2013 (89K miles) and 2007 (190K miles) Sonatas, both still on the road, going strong. A friend just traded in her 2005 Elantra w/well over 200K miles on it. Still ran well. Thank you for the review of the Sonata! 😎
Hi Scotty, I'm also a Toyota guy. Take good care for my car and it keeps running. 7 years ago I decided to buy a 2nd car, a Hyundai Sonata. Treat the car as I always do with my Toyota. Let the oil changed every 10.000 km etc. The Sonata did now run 130.000 km and it still runs smoothly. Still surprised how it drives and without rust due to my anti-rust Tectyl. I love Toyota, but nowdays Hyundai too.
Where have you been Scotty -;I’ve owned two different Sonatas in 10 years and have had less trouble with them than my Toyota or Honda. Get with it Scotty these cars sell like hot cakes.
Got a 2015 Hyundai Sonata with 134k miles 4 weeks ago and the engine went out on the highway. Towed it to the Hyundai dealership and got approved for a new engine for free under the lawsuit warranty! Edit: Got my vehicle back three days ago running smooth!!
Had a 05 sonata drove for 200k sold to my son he drove it to 325 k plus sold it to 16 year old kid that’s still delivering pizzas with it. Best car I ever owned
That generation of Hyundai and Kia are relatively solid. Mechanically at least. I still have a 04 Spectra and the engine runs like a top, but anything electronic on it is in constant failure.
In my country they buy these used sonatas for 3k. they last normally 150k miles. They sell like hotcakes but I always see them on the mechanic of broken in the sidewalk
@Ahmad El Hout new ones are too. You just need to make sure the vin number starts with a K. Or at least request it at the dealer. Got a 21 Tucson made in korea and a 05 elantra the same. Made in america models and Santa Fes no sir re
2011 Sonata 2.0. They replaced my engine free of charge at 130k Miles out of warranty under recall. Funny thing was, I had zero issues with the old engine. Other than regular maintenance, I’ve had zero issues. Hyundai has the best warranty. I’m at 164k but the new engine has about 35k on it, still running good. I owe nothing on it and it does the job for me!
Im looking at one now and a 2010 toyota camry but, question , with the hyundai you have has there been any major or minor problems ? And does yours have bluetooth or aux in the car ?
2013 Hyundai Accent with 185k miles on it , I’ve been pretty good as well using intake cleaner every two oil changes to keep the carbon build up on the valves to a minimum . My only gripe was a crank sensor I had to change at 150k but it’s been good so far
I did walnut blasting on the intake valves on my 2014 RB prior before I had the head repaired. So far it’s been good and approaching 130k miles. Also put in a oil catch can to help stopping carbon build up.
Oil catch can was a game changer for me! Sooo much crap not going onto the valves!!! I love it! Also, i use ATS 505 CRO/CFO to clean out the fuel lines/injectors and inside the engine before an oil change. Helps a lot with oil consumption issues as well as de-gunking the engine.
Scotty. I have a 2010 Hyundai Sonata V6. It has 254K miles and is still going. I took it to the dealership today to have them service it and they only suggested transmission fluid (change not flush) and a brake fluid flush. I took it for a coolant flush and fill. And still going strong. My finding, after driving this for 10 years, is the interior. It's made with cheap plastic parts. They last, but just feel cheap. Other than that not bad. I will continue to drive it until it breaks.
I have a 2017 Kia Sportage with 105K miles with 0 issues. I also have a 2019 Kia Optima with 26k miles with 0 issues. Both cars purchased new. A lot of people talk a bunch of smack about Korean cars because they are completely ignorant!
Bought a $3k used 2006 Hyundai Azera with 140k miles with my gf 7 months ago. The 3.8L v6 is an absolute beast and the car drives like a dream. It’s our first car for both of us so we hope to keep it for a long time :)
I bought a 07 gt tiburon year ago 135k I'm second owner of her. Now 143k and running like a top. I hope we all continue to enjoy are hyundai built machines
@@kennedyvillard3297 I think you are right about the recalls. I have a 2017. Had it for about 4 months and has been to the dealer for repairs MULTIPLE times. Purchased it with 30k miles.
I have a 2021 sonata. Been sitting at the dealership for over 2 weeks waiting for parts to come in. Bought new 4 months ago and the air wasn't working. Took to dealer and found out it came from the factory with no freon in ac. They didn't have the new freon for the 2021 yet so they put in 2020 and now my car blows out 50 degree air. I was told that it's the best they could do. Still waiting on the parts to fix the sensors ( back ordered). Brand new car mind you. 4 months old. Yes I'm in the middle of getting an answer back from consumer affairs for Hyundai. They actually wrote on my service paper they gave me that the air just keep up with the heat when it gets hot out.
@@timburks3806 I’m glad you wrote to consumer affairs. First and last time I will buy a Hyundai or Kia. I don’t have time to roll the dice on cars like this.
@@kfx3907 it's not about the engine failure, we're all human we all make mistakes. It's about how it is handled. My engine is under a powertrain warranty in addition my engine has also fallen under a class action lawsuit / recall. Despite this Hyundai is still refusing to replace my engine that is failing and I am one of hundreds of thousands of people who are in the same position as I am with a stranded asset Customer service is Everything, they don't care about us. you have no idea what I'm going thru
@@guidedbygreen1480 Lol every company has models with major flaws. Even Toyota had awful oil burning defective engines on their 98-02 Corollas & 2009 Corolla
My parents gave me a Hyundai and they do an oil change every 3 thousand miles. It's still driving well and it has 260,000 miles on it. I'm about to buy another one.
@@austing4321 it's a 2002 Hyundai elantra. I was surprised it still passed smog last year. Someone just crashed into it a couple of days ago. It was parked on my street 😔
@@adalbertodominguez4128 yeah those are reliable as hell. The newer Elantras are usually good too (minus the 2011s). But Hyundais issues lay in their 2.4 Theta GDI which is incidentally in this car which I’m shocked Scotty neglected to bash it for. It’s hard work to take them over 150k on the OG engine even when taken care of. Other than that, Hyundai makes fine engines as long as their oil is changed.
I had a 2007 Hyundai Sonata, I kept the oil changed and it ran like a top for years. I sold it to a buddy and it now has over 200.000 miles and is still going strong. He just drove it from Ohio to North Carolina. I bought myself a 2011 Sonata with 73.000 miles on it and it runs and drives like a dream..my mom has a 2015 Sonata sport and has only put like 10.000 miles on it so far...If you take care of these cars they will be dependable forever..keep the oil changed and flush the Tranny every 25.000 miles and you should have no troubles at all..
@@morinkhuur4945 wow. Mines is much lower around 100,000 the age is basically older than the miles but glad to hear the beta 2.0 engine on it is super reliable I've heard and goes over 500,000 easy.
@@robmalcolm8042 it also helps that I don't have a lead foot. Driving habits. When the light turns green, I'm not rushing to speed to that red light that's down the road, if you know what I mean. Just drive smart. :-)
Korean cars are very good cars ... most of cars here in Syria are koreans (Hyundais/Kias) and they proven very relible i have had a first gen Kia Rio and i drove it for 250k km before selling it now i have a 2nd gen Kia Rio and it's very relible ... i've seen some of them with 600k km without any major repairs especially the manual gearbox ones
@Aztec Fan1 nah the korean made vin number ones sold in America are solid it's the american made ones that had issues and almost brought back the old stereotypes of hyundai which is why I always buy Hyundais made in korea. The palisade is made in Japan tho
Love both of them brother. Was guna get a mazda 3 originally but got a 05 elantra instead for the price. One owner and been super reliable. Hyundai is much closer to toyota now a days not exactly there yet but very close to being perfect like them. Mazda always been on toyotas level the miata always hit a million miles
@@LXT43 to each their own I guess. But I just bought a new hyundai for a great price and I couldn’t be happier! It’s soo nice :) And before my Hyundai I had a Mazda. It was amazing too!! Absolutely fantastic car
@@LXT43 ohh so you must be a psychic, right?! So cool! Tell me, will I get married? (My family has been buying Hyundai’s and Mazda’s for years. Never once had a major problem)
In my country here in the middle east, Hyundai's got really popular in the last couple years especially those Sonatas. People seem to love them here because they're reliable cars and they offer way better options and interior than Toyotas and they're way cheaper too also their maintenance is dirt cheap. dunno why Scotty isn't a fan of these :/
Hyundai has made enormous progress over the last decade. Overall their cars are stylish and good quality. Toyota still leads the way especially with dependability but hyundai is catching up..
agree. hyundai n kia have come a long way n much better now. lots of older high mileage hyundais n kias still on the road just like the old toyotas n hondas.
Hyundai Theta II GDI engines 2.0,2.4l - reported engine knocking, excessive oil consumption, engine stalling, engine failure… and if that isn’t enough, spontaneous fires.Problems could start after only 20k miles, most engines will have them before 100k miles.
@@vsrap71 The government here in Alabama been working on bringing foreign companies here. Now we got the Mazda, Toyota engine plant on Huntsville. Kind of glad. Somebody have to create jobs not just take bailouts and move overseas but that's another subject.
I bought a used 2011 Sonata with 99k miles in 2016. In 2018, I got a brand new engine due to the recall. Now in 2021 I have 210 miles still enjoying the car because the engine got very low miles despite what the dash says so I got a literally new car for $5k. I won on this gamble. lol
@@jeremyotto8401 I believe a dealership is giving my mother a hard time with her 2011 Optima with the 2.4 It began Burning oil around 120k after they repaired something that was replaced in the engine. Then they had to fix a gasket on the oil pan I believe. Transmission went out at 136k. But she's had to take it in 4 or 5 times for this oil consumption test. Now it sounds like they don't want to give her an engine. The test had to have started at 135k
In 2015, against my better judgment, I purchased a 2011 Sonata. I had always been a Honda or Toyota owner but I needed a vehicle that was good on gas for my 60 miles, one way trips to work. In 2018, at 148,000 the engine blew. Hyundai would NOT replace my engine. I would NEVER purchase another Hyundai vehicle. The cars nickel and dime you to death. In 2020, I purchased a 2011 Lexus Rx 350 and yesterday, I purchased a 2008 Toyota Highlander Sport. I think I am set for a while. No more Hyundai's for me.
Just bought my very first Toyota which is a 2007 Camry LE from a 2017 Kia Forte S. My Kia got rear ended and ended up buying another car after been totaled by my insurance. My Kia Forte has 51,000 miles and the now Toyota Camry has 164,000 miles. No regrets and it's made in Japan.
I have the same car and the engine seized up at 78k!!! Only used Mobile 1. Known issue apparently was part of the same issue from 2011-2014. Hyundai has paid over 10k in warranty on my car. Now have 132k. It’s actually doing well.
I know people that have had Hyundai/Kias and it seems like they are either mostly trouble free and they love them or they break down daily and they hate them.
There was/is a batch of 2.4l engines that had a manufacturing defect and essentially if you get one and don't know about it you might be out thousands but if you go to the dealer they'll swap the engine out
They’re very inconsistent. My wife’s 2017 Kia Forte has been a fantastic car with zero problems. My 2017 Sonata burns oil so bad that there was nothing on the dipstick the last time I got my oil changed. It will probably need a new transmission before it hits 100K because it’s already shuttering in first and second gear.
Hopefully they fixed the problems with their engines. I just traded in my 2015 Elantra sport because the engine was starting to go. 128000kms. I would never buy one again
If you listen to Scotty, Toyota’s are the best thing ever. If a Toyota had a vibration at 100,000 miles it would be like, “Oh well. It has 100,000 miles.” But you let a GM car decal fade he bashed them.
My Sonatas engine blew at 80K miles the day after Thanksgiving and by December 5th I had it back with a brand new engine. They put all new belts and wires in as well. No questions asked. All I had to do was sign at the end. I'm satisfied. Apparently, my warranty is good for 120K miles or so. I plan to trade it or sell it when I hit that mark.
hyundai n kia will go a long time before it stops. and when it stops, just get another one just as one would do with a toyota and / or honda. lots n lots of hyundais n kias( and toyotas n hondas) out there.
I had a 2012 kia rio with 225,000. And I treated it horribly, like 12k between oil changes. I finally started dating a girl who knew about cars from her dad and they got me taking care of it but that was after 100,000 miles. My nephew is driving it now and it's on its last legs but over all seemed like a decent car.
I had three Hyundai all of them treats me well, until the radiator sprung a leak and the new driver continue to drive it after seeing the needle on red, it was 203.000 miles A 2010 Hyundai Genesis 3.8, 115k miles and as I mention earlier and the 2004 Hyundai XG350L ,I don't care what others say, why would I buy three Hyundai if they weren't good, you have to do your oil change etc, maintenance even though I was not so loyal on my maintenance.
I had a 2017 Sonata Sport with the same engine. I took excellent care of it like this one and it started burning some oil around 30k. I had been experiencing spark knock under moderate acceleration for over a year. At 66k, there was a valve seal leak and was repaired under warranty after a week at the dealership. The spark knock went away after the repair but soon came back. I loved this car but I knew that it wasn’t going to go the distance. I traded it in for a 2020 Camry. Not even half the bells & whistles as the Sonata but the difference in quality is very apparent.
Sadly I’m having the same problem. I have a 2017 that’s only got 58K and it burns oil BAD. I just bought the damn car last year and I already want it gone.
@@ryanwarsh wow man…only 58k. Oil burning is a dealer breaker for me. Good luck to you. I traded mine in at the Toyota dealership in March ‘21 when I bought my Camry and they gave me exactly what I wanted for it.
I have the 2017 and at 45k miles I got the P1326 which is related to the recall. I took it to the dealer and they said updating the ECM and replaced fuel injectors fixed the problems they found. Since I am the second owner, it no longer has warranty and I still have two years left of payments. I am going to trade it in for a brand new 2021 Elantra to have that 10 year 100,000 mile warranty and deal with 5 years of payments. I rather have full warranty on a 5 year payment plan than to have no warranty and still have 2 years of payments. Especially when the car at 45k miles gave out error code P1326.
@@jawolamin2171 hope you dont mean it like its a bad thing.. cars are a depreciating asset. the cheaper the better (while still maintaining reliability ofcourse)
I drove a 2021 Accent the other day. That vehicle to me is Hyundai's best kept secret. I was impressed and I don't impress easily. 10 years/100,000 drive train warranty. How can you beat it?
I used to rent Sonatas all the time. My customers liked them. I like them. They do a great job on I-5 in Northern California, but they also do a good job on curvier roads too.
Avoid any Hyundai or Kia with the Theta engine. The NHTSA forced a recall of hundreds of thousands of these cars because the engines were locking up in traffic and causing accidents. A fine of $210 million was part of the recall. The NHTSA was not concerned with the engine problems, the recall was a safety recall because so many of the cars stalled in traffic. 400,000 vehicles with the Gamma, Nu, Theta II, and Lambda engines from 2012 to 2016 were recalled. The engine design seems to be okay, but manufacturing defects caused the failures.
No lie scotty, I’m really thinking about purchasing a hyundai I never thought i would be saying this but these cars have really been impressing me lately.
Happy to hear this from Scotty. I just bought a 2022 Tucson, and trading my 2020 Cadillac XT6 for a 2021 Highlander Platinum tomorrow. We should be all set for a little while.
I own a 2016 Sonata, 170K miles, just put a new set of tires... Scotty's right, maintain 'em and they'll run like champs. Makes me smile seeing and hearing him eat crow on those Sonatas.
Yeah way better than when he reviewed that 03. He tore that one apart with insults lol but it's crazy cause 03 sonatas usually Are very reliable and don't deteriorate like that one I assume it's just the owner who did all that
Me and my daughters have two Toyota and one Hyundai. The two Toyotas have more mileage than the Hyundai. The Hyundai has already have a broken AC compressor, the evaporator coil, both the CV joins, all the 4 shock absobers, noisy steering pump, leaking head gasket. The electrical connectors on the ignition coils are all crumbling. The radiator top cover was leaking. The dash board rattles. The two Toyotas have no issues whatsoever. Parts for the Hyundai are also more expensive than the Toyota. So my vote still goes to the Toyota. I will never buy a Hyundai again.
I work for a rental company who has a branch out of a larger body shop. I asked about the scarcity of parts for Mercedes and he told me that Mercedes has been much better about having available parts after an accident. What he followed up with is don't get a Hyundai or Kia. As it turns out that if you have an accident in one parts are very hard to get. A woman left the shop yesterday after being told that there will be a long wait for the rear bumper on her new Stinger.
My ‘16 Elantra base only cost me 7900$ brand new .. nearing 80,000 miles and have had no trouble with it, aiming for 200,000 before I consider getting something new
@@MrRoundthetwist Exactly, Toyota also recalled 1.9 million this year for potential engine fires as well. Most manufacturers have similar problems here and there. Most of criticism I see about Hyundai and Kia are usually people who are basing their opinion on how they were in the 90's and in early 00's. Overall in recent years they have made some reliable and above average cars and they are usually at a steal of a price when compared to other similar reliable vehicles.
A friend of mine, who delivers legal papers in the greater LA area, purchased a 2009 Hyundai Accent and got 297,000 before the trans went out. I have a 2010 Accent and have 169,000 on it with out any problems, I had a neighbor who had a 2008 Hyundai and with less than 100,000 went through three engines. Another neighbor purchased a sporty Hyundai something and had engine problems. Later Hyundai gave those people lifetime warranty. My 2010 Accent has a Mitsubishi according to friends who are knowledgeable about those things. Like your channel.
Hyundai developed 4 cyl engines in partnership with Mitsubishi and Chrysler back in the 2000s. They each made their own variations for specific applications. So your engine is shared with Mitsubishi but it's actually a Hyundai variation.
Nope the engine your Accent has is actually the first engine ever fully designed by Hyundai it's called the Alpha 2. Bullet proof engine only problem early models had a timing belt instead of chains.
My wife just sold her 2019 Sonata SE early because she's had all kinds of issues the past 6 months with only 13k miles on the vehicle. The Android Auto system died 6 months into the lease, the AC blower motor died last summer and last month the engine started to idle rough. Luckily used car prices are so high that we were able to sell her leased vehicle for $1.5k more than it's worth so we didn't have to worry about paying the rest of the lease.
This is helpful thx. I’m gonna stick with the 2017 SE Hyundai ELANTRA good’ol six speed automatic transmission. Helps with my purchasing approach. Thank you, sir.
Hyundai makes amazing cars & my 2004 Elantra GT ran for over 600k miles before I got a 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate. I think he really needs to reexamine Hyundai. I personally think Toyotas are ugly boring toasters w wheels & Hondas are ugly boxes to me. I want to love the car I'm driving - I drive a lot.
I’ve had more than five Elantras, two of them were over 295k, one was sent to a junker because it had been leaking fluid out over time, and the other went into a rear end accident. Both of them, the transmissions were solid, both the 4-speed auto, and the five speed manual! Solidly build, the beta II engine is, but the Theta-II 2.4L engines are the ones to watch out for...
@@naveenthemachine Like how is this possible? One of our customers has a 2010 Mercedes B-Class and had to change the struts after 7 years in 2017 and only 19.800miles. They were just worn out it wouldn't have gotten the MOT without new ones.
We owned an Elantra way back when....put 160 thousand on her.....replaced a headlight. Some years later, after going through several/various makes and manufacturers we went back to Hyundai and bought a new 2017 Elantra. 100,000 miles later.....replaced the brakes once. They simply don't rust, either.....UNLIKE MAZDA!
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How would you compare Hyundai over Nissan?
@@jhxz23 Considering that he hasn't seen any issues with the transmission, that automatically makes it better quality than Nissan and their awful CVTs
@@4-TE Until you get the DCT (dual clutch transmission) from Hyundai are as bad as the one in Ford Focus, and many VW. broke all the time, just matter of when not if well below typical Toyota lifetime
Didn't itchypussy make the motors for hyundai
Don't they still catch on fire?
Scotty's outfit has lasted longer than most GM products
Most of their trucks and SUVs from the 90s-2010 last a long time tho. Just look at earlier model Yukons and Tahoes.
I picture Scotty's closet full of only multiples of "Scotty" collared shirts, Jean jackets, and black cargo pants. Smart man.
Alot of their cars in the last 5 years are pretty good.
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Lol. So true!
I'm not a fan of Hyundai or Kia, but my mom has owned three Kia Optimas in a row and has put hundreds of thousands of miles on them and has not had a single problem with any of them. She has literally only changed the oil, tires, and air filters. That's pretty extraordinary imo.
None of mine have had any problems either
Optima is one of Kia's top tier cars! 👍🏻💯
They coming slowly to take over unless Japanese autos open their eyes when it comes to style and tech. We got so used to think only Mercedes is the ultimate luxury car not knowing Korean models have more features than Mercedes and actually other manufacturers are trying to keep with Koreans now and prices used to be cheap but steadily increasing
They really are decent cars if you take good care of the fluids.
@John Deere You sound like some one who prefers a really expensive high end horse carriage.
I'm a dealer and Hyundai is one of my best sellers. They are cheaper to buy and very reliable.
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If you are a dealer, then you know the Elantra won car of the year which is great, I like the sonatas, still have a fully loaded 2013.
Not really
Yeah we like our used hybrid got a good deal, it's a Lexus light for WAY less money really decent car.
Same here bud. I sell in Muskegon MI. The lot is looking barren these days though. ☹️
I just sold a 2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 with 200,000 miles. Changed oil, changed brakes and tires and that's it..transmission shifted as well as the day I bought it. car was a stud... the Koreans are making quality vehicles... 👌
you think the 2.0t could go that high in miles? i have a 2013 genesis coupe
@@ckbun I can't say for certain, but I have the 2.0T in my 2013 Santa Fe sport and it's been exemplar. Runs as smoothly as the day I bought it. I currently have 90k miles on it and I drive rather spiritly. My next will probably be the 2.5T.
Love hearing that. I purchased a 2016 Genesis 3.8 AWD in December with 62Kmiles. Hoping it lasts to 250K miles :)
Don't drive it like shitt@@ckbun
I’ve owned two Elantra’s (2013) and now a 2017. 389,000 miles on the 2013 with zero problems with the exception of coils, 3 sets of plugs, and 3 batteries. I was hit in the rear and it was totaled. The 2017 now has 159,887 miles and I’ve replaced the coils and plugs and that’s it. The two best cars I’ve ever owned. Not so much as a water pump on either car.
Hyundai is very reliable. I own three hyundais... nerver have problem
I had a 2017 and in 84k miles it only went to be repaired once because a plow truck backed into it. Mechanically I got the oil changed and routine maintanence. Traded it in last summer for a 2016 f150 because i needed a truck. I just bought a brand new 22 elantra n line for a 2nd vehicle with better mpg. Havent picked it up yet as its in transit.
Thinking about getting a 2017 Hyundai Elantra value edition
I’ve owned a 2013, ran amazing but ten years later some jerk totalled it so I got a used 2017, runs even better. Love these cars
My dad has a 2008 Sonata with 370K km and its still going strong
not any major issues other than one blown gasket that was fixed.
my 15 hyundai genesis coupe 3.8 198k.....still goin strong
Engine specs please
I learned to drive on a Hyundai Elantra and now use a Toyota Camry as my daily driver. I still like the Elantra but I have less anxiety with how my Toyota looks under the hood
Had a Hyundai Elantra that went over 200,000mils before I sold it, heard the new owner put on over 100,000 before giving it to his son. 3000mil oil change, brake cleaning twice a year, replace worn part like brake pads, wheel bearings, timing belt, never an issue with the power train! A great car.
Mine just hit 200,000. I had to get some work done but not much. No engine light on or anything. Good little car
But have too much issues with ignition coils and spark plugs after every 70-80k kms.
@@AK-wd9vt What type of spark plugs?? Copper?? Iridiums should last approximately 100k.. also, never buy cheap parts..
@@AK-wd9vt You have to change them. Takes about 15 minutes.
Scotty I have multiple hyundai's from 2003 to 2021 and all of them still run perfect, I've got 300,000 in my 03 elantra, and 200,000 on my 2012 sanata
I have 280k on my 2013 optima. No problems here.💪
Approaching 90k miles on my 2013 Elantra GT. Still runs just fine. Hyundai reliability is underrated.
Ron DeMeio - Hyundais
2013 Hyundai Sonata bought in 2012 with 96K miles reporting. Oil changes and brakes. No more, no less. Will run it until the wheels fall off.
Is scotty. Unless is Toyota or Honda is a bad car
lol. My 2010 Hyundai Elantra is going strong at 225,000 miles! Drive it til it dies!
I am driving my second Sonata. First was a 2007 model with the 2.4 liter engine. Drove it until 2014/135k miles when I sold it because I was moving out of the country for a job. When I returned in 2016, I bought a 2016 model with the same engine. This one now has 89k miles and drives like the day I bought it. Never had any issues with them. When I gift this one to my daughter next year when she starts driving, I'll get another Sonata for sure.
Toyota is way better
As a Hyundai owner, I approve. They are super reliable.
Except from 2011-2019
@@guidedbygreen1480 I disagree I had a 13,Elantra and it always got me around 167,000 with the 1.8l piston slap now I have an 2018 Elantra with 28,000 miles
@Isaiah Davis wow I'm happy it's working out for you
Any tips on maintaining it?? I just got a 2021 Elantra
@@guidedbygreen1480 I have a 2016 Tucson, no issues whatsoever.
I’ve got a 2002 Elantra with over 260,000 miles. Time to get another Elantra. They’re great!
I agree
Same, my 2002 Elantra just rolled over 283,000 and I just changed the timing belt/water pump shooting for 400,000😂. Got it with 195,000 and never put me down. Won't get rid of it until it gets rid of me, best car I've ever owned.
My wife drives a 2017 sonata and I gotta say I'm impressed with it. We have the next step up non turbo. 18 inch rims and dual exhaust. 👍🏼
Why did you change to non turbo?
Thanks
Turbo is efficient but puts more stress on engine...not reliable for longer miles@sarkinyakinjabo7607
Hyundai talked a lot of German engineers from the big companies to move to their company. The result is stiffer bodies, many German innovations being transferred to Hyundai. many well maintained Hyundais are now hitting 300k miles now.
Would these Deutschmen have had any influence on my 2008 Accent, or negative?
German tech with Asian affordable prices ^_^
German tech is garbage. BMW lol.
*My Japanese Microwave cooks better than my American wife.* Rev Up Your Imports.
that's sad
Trade her! Lol
You guys are terrible. So mean. 😊
Same here buddy.
😂
Being a gambler who has been at car drawings at casinos, trust me, he’s paid more than 1200 for this
Just like when LV casinos provide free adult beverages to gamblers, you'll sometimes end up paying $50 for a single beverage while waiting/gambling for the waitress to come back with your "freebie." hah
That’s a lie
@@CC_Marauder Probably had to pay federal and state income taxes on the value, plus any sales tax.
Just curious how much do you think he paid on it?
I lost 675k last weekend lmao. Aaahhh idk what to do
I have my Hyundai genesis with 255,000 trouble free miles, she's still my daily driver, and her motor is very clean.
What year is it and what motor do have? Also how long did your transmission last?
@@lailanitaganap2402 , 2009 sedan with a 4.6 v8, original transmission , original silver paint still looks good and no chips, with 258, 000 now, still my dally driver, mostly highway miles, driven 80- 110 mph daily, as i commute to work, i once cruised at 120 with a corvette, she is a beast.
@@thinkcorrectly407 give us a update when you hit 300 thousand? Who knows how long that tank can last? There is a Elantra 2013 that has over a million miles and still going.
@@lailanitaganap2402 , oh boy, that's a lot of miles, im thinking to have her refurbished when time comes, recently brought new original rims, as i messed the others up, with some spray cleaner, she is set to pass inspection later this month, you asked about the transmission, did you have an issue with yours
@@lailanitaganap2402 , btw i have replaced alternator, starter and left side headlight and turn signal bulbs, twice, no sure why those 2 items have burned out twice, headlight is hard to replace, the low beam is a tough one.
Hi Scotty your right. Hyundai and kia are making good cars. I had a santa fe 2016 sport. since I got it, I didn't had any issues until now it's running like new.
Lotta Hyundai love in the comments, Scotty. I'm in there w/them--2013 (89K miles) and 2007 (190K miles) Sonatas, both still on the road, going strong. A friend just traded in her 2005 Elantra w/well over 200K miles on it. Still ran well. Thank you for the review of the Sonata! 😎
Probably got regular oil changes and system checks. That really matters. Some ppl don't think about it when their cars have trouble.
Wish I never bought a Hyundai. Throw away cars POS!
Is it worth buying i seen plp saying they recall
@@shahoneyyy Hyundai is garbage but their electric might be built well?
@@shahoneyyyIf it's an older one, then yes.
Hi Scotty, I'm also a Toyota guy. Take good care for my car and it keeps running. 7 years ago I decided to buy a 2nd car, a Hyundai Sonata. Treat the car as I always do with my Toyota. Let the oil changed every 10.000 km etc. The Sonata did now run 130.000 km and it still runs smoothly. Still surprised how it drives and without rust due to my anti-rust Tectyl. I love Toyota, but nowdays Hyundai too.
what is tectyl?
@@AJ-xm4xc yeah what is it?
@@AJ-xm4xc a rust protection product, it sprays on the whole underside of the car, protects it from salt in the winter time.
Where have you been Scotty -;I’ve owned two different Sonatas in 10 years and have had less trouble with them than my Toyota or Honda. Get with it Scotty these cars sell like hot cakes.
Got a 2015 Hyundai Sonata with 134k miles 4 weeks ago and the engine went out on the highway. Towed it to the Hyundai dealership and got approved for a new engine for free under the lawsuit warranty!
Edit: Got my vehicle back three days ago running smooth!!
I got the same one at 75k miles. I'm going to get an extended warranty. I like how supportive the brand is
Had a 05 sonata drove for 200k sold to my son he drove it to 325 k plus sold it to 16 year old kid that’s still delivering pizzas with it. Best car I ever owned
That generation of Hyundai and Kia are relatively solid. Mechanically at least. I still have a 04 Spectra and the engine runs like a top, but anything electronic on it is in constant failure.
You must’ve driven some pretty shitty cars before the sonata.
yes hyundai used to make OK cars. because they all had mitsubishi engines in them.
NOT ANY MORE.
In my country they buy these used sonatas for 3k. they last normally 150k miles. They sell like hotcakes but I always see them on the mechanic of broken in the sidewalk
@Ahmad El Hout new ones are too. You just need to make sure the vin number starts with a K. Or at least request it at the dealer. Got a 21 Tucson made in korea and a 05 elantra the same. Made in america models and Santa Fes no sir re
2011 Sonata 2.0. They replaced my engine free of charge at 130k Miles out of warranty under recall. Funny thing was, I had zero issues with the old engine. Other than regular maintenance, I’ve had zero issues. Hyundai has the best warranty. I’m at 164k but the new engine has about 35k on it, still running good. I owe nothing on it and it does the job for me!
Nothing beats slightly free!
Get a Mitsubishi Mirage g4 and change your oil every 70 miles
I got a 99 TL with 215k miles for free. AC still blows ice cold!
@@diablocls55 good luck with that transmission.
@@anthonyfletcher8053 it was a free car. It’s literally my throwaway car. When the transmission blows it’s getting scrapped. I have 3 other cars
@@diablocls55 ah that’s good then. Those v6 auto transmissions were problematic.
Scotty pleasantly surprised at the Hyundai and me extremely shocked at Scotty. A man full of surprises.
😂😂😂
Hyundai models have gotten really good over the years.
@@ErvinTagoe exactly
@@ErvinTagoe they have definitely. It's why he puts them at #4 even tho he still bashes them.
I love my Hyundai! I have a 2011 Sonata Limited with 135k miles. 2nd owner.. Dealer maintained. No problems.
Does yours take regular gas or 89 and up?
@@Blessedbeyondmeasure190 it can take regular but I put 89 (middle grade) in my car.
Im looking at one now and a 2010 toyota camry but, question , with the hyundai you have has there been any major or minor problems ? And does yours have bluetooth or aux in the car ?
2013 Hyundai Accent with 185k miles on it , I’ve been pretty good as well using intake cleaner every two oil changes to keep the carbon build up on the valves to a minimum . My only gripe was a crank sensor I had to change at 150k but it’s been good so far
I did walnut blasting on the intake valves on my 2014 RB prior before I had the head repaired. So far it’s been good and approaching 130k miles. Also put in a oil catch can to help stopping carbon build up.
Oil catch can was a game changer for me! Sooo much crap not going onto the valves!!! I love it!
Also, i use ATS 505 CRO/CFO to clean out the fuel lines/injectors and inside the engine before an oil change. Helps a lot with oil consumption issues as well as de-gunking the engine.
Scotty. I have a 2010 Hyundai Sonata V6. It has 254K miles and is still going. I took it to the dealership today to have them service it and they only suggested transmission fluid (change not flush) and a brake fluid flush. I took it for a coolant flush and fill. And still going strong. My finding, after driving this for 10 years, is the interior. It's made with cheap plastic parts. They last, but just feel cheap. Other than that not bad. I will continue to drive it until it breaks.
Hyundai sonata is a good car.. Every car with good maintenance can last for long
That's a lie. Dont kid people
@@johnathan1737 He's not wrong, I have one as well. Certain years, though are something else.
Scotty been in the industry so long his jean jacket used to be blue. Always love your video's Scotty
videos
Will eventually be back in style
I have a 2017 Kia Sportage with 105K miles with 0 issues. I also have a 2019 Kia Optima with 26k miles with 0 issues. Both cars purchased new. A lot of people talk a bunch of smack about Korean cars because they are completely ignorant!
Bought a $3k used 2006 Hyundai Azera with 140k miles with my gf 7 months ago. The 3.8L v6 is an absolute beast and the car drives like a dream. It’s our first car for both of us so we hope to keep it for a long time :)
I bought a 07 gt tiburon year ago 135k I'm second owner of her. Now 143k and running like a top.
I hope we all continue to enjoy are hyundai built machines
Good buy. Even if it lasts 2 years you win.
Just do the oil changes and air filter regularly
I bought an '07 Avera Limited new wirh the 3.8 and love it.
I have a 2008 Hyundai Sonata 2.4l and it’s got 228,000. Doesn’t leak anything and it runs great
I owned the 15 model and went through hell and back. Traded it in 3 years ago for a 4runner.
Yeah the "2015 model of the Hyundai Sonata is riddled with factory recalls. Just check the NTHSA website
@@kennedyvillard3297 I think you are right about the recalls. I have a 2017. Had it for about 4 months and has been to the dealer for repairs MULTIPLE times. Purchased it with 30k miles.
@@unspokentenacity That's rough. I was contemplating buying one, but I've reconsidered.
I have a 2021 sonata. Been sitting at the dealership for over 2 weeks waiting for parts to come in. Bought new 4 months ago and the air wasn't working. Took to dealer and found out it came from the factory with no freon in ac. They didn't have the new freon for the 2021 yet so they put in 2020 and now my car blows out 50 degree air. I was told that it's the best they could do. Still waiting on the parts to fix the sensors ( back ordered). Brand new car mind you. 4 months old. Yes I'm in the middle of getting an answer back from consumer affairs for Hyundai. They actually wrote on my service paper they gave me that the air just keep up with the heat when it gets hot out.
@@timburks3806 I’m glad you wrote to consumer affairs. First and last time I will buy a Hyundai or Kia. I don’t have time to roll the dice on cars like this.
I LOVE my 2018 Sonata. Dollar for dollar better than any Camry I've sat in. The Camry has survived on its reputation from the 90s.
The crazy thing is that this is just the beginning of Hyundai’s innovation and ascendency to the top. Mark my words.
It's almost as if they don't have engine failures from 2011-2019. If they could fix that issue, yah maybe. Lol! They are a horrible company
@@guidedbygreen1480 You are talking like every other companies except Hyundai didn't have a engine failures or somethin lol
@@kfx3907 it's not about the engine failure, we're all human we all make mistakes. It's about how it is handled. My engine is under a powertrain warranty in addition my engine has also fallen under a class action lawsuit / recall. Despite this Hyundai is still refusing to replace my engine that is failing and I am one of hundreds of thousands of people who are in the same position as I am with a stranded asset
Customer service is Everything, they don't care about us. you have no idea what I'm going thru
@@guidedbygreen1480 Lol every company has models with major flaws. Even Toyota had awful oil burning defective engines on their 98-02 Corollas & 2009 Corolla
@@Spiral232 precisely, it's all about how it's handled or if the error is corrected in later models
Don’t sleep 💤 on Hyundai. I got a 2011 Sonata with 160k on it and it runs like a champ
You're lucky. My '12 is trash and I'm fighting Hyundai now with the engine failures
@@guidedbygreen1480 didn’t it have warrenty?
@@ci6516 probably not lol
Hi..have you fixed anything on the your car up to date..like the brake pads..am tyna buy one I heard the brake always go bad quickly
@@calvinmoyo5576 the oil burns quickly. Brakes are brakes have them installed by a professional lubricate everything well
JCB designed and produced the pothole machine, they're based near my hometown of Stoke-on-Trent 🇬🇧 so happy you talked about JCB Scotty!
My parents gave me a Hyundai and they do an oil change every 3 thousand miles. It's still driving well and it has 260,000 miles on it. I'm about to buy another one.
What model and year?
Learn how to do the oil change yourself. Easy, sooner or later you'll need to anyway.
@@austing4321 it's a 2002 Hyundai elantra. I was surprised it still passed smog last year. Someone just crashed into it a couple of days ago. It was parked on my street 😔
@@adalbertodominguez4128 yeah those are reliable as hell. The newer Elantras are usually good too (minus the 2011s). But Hyundais issues lay in their 2.4 Theta GDI which is incidentally in this car which I’m shocked Scotty neglected to bash it for. It’s hard work to take them over 150k on the OG engine even when taken care of. Other than that, Hyundai makes fine engines as long as their oil is changed.
I bought an elantra in 2017. It's a fantastic car and was a great value with all the bells and whistles. The transmission shifts sooo smooth.
I had a 2007 Hyundai Sonata, I kept the oil changed and it ran like a top for years. I sold it to a buddy and it now has over 200.000 miles and is still going strong. He just drove it from Ohio to North Carolina. I bought myself a 2011 Sonata with 73.000 miles on it and it runs and drives like a dream..my mom has a 2015 Sonata sport and has only put like 10.000 miles on it so far...If you take care of these cars they will be dependable forever..keep the oil changed and flush the Tranny every 25.000 miles and you should have no troubles at all..
My 2006 sonata has 200k+ miles, and it’s had no major issues either!
199,000 miles so far on my 2007 Elantra. Love it. I have told my wife I want to replace it with a used Lexus one of these days!
2005 Elantra. Been 16 years and 330,000 + miles and still going strong.
08 Elantra 175000 still going strong
@@morinkhuur4945 wow. Mines is much lower around 100,000 the age is basically older than the miles but glad to hear the beta 2.0 engine on it is super reliable I've heard and goes over 500,000 easy.
@@robmalcolm8042 it also helps that I don't have a lead foot. Driving habits. When the light turns green, I'm not rushing to speed to that red light that's down the road, if you know what I mean. Just drive smart. :-)
Korean cars are very good cars ... most of cars here in Syria are koreans (Hyundais/Kias)
and they proven very relible
i have had a first gen Kia Rio and i drove it for 250k km before selling it
now i have a 2nd gen Kia Rio and it's very relible ... i've seen some of them with 600k km without any major repairs especially the manual gearbox ones
Where in Syria are you from?
@@internet_internet Latakia
@Aztec Fan1 nah the korean made vin number ones sold in America are solid it's the american made ones that had issues and almost brought back the old stereotypes of hyundai which is why I always buy Hyundais made in korea. The palisade is made in Japan tho
I have a Hyundai Veracruz 2007 with 190K now it runs very nice .
Hyundai and Mazda are catching up to Toyota and Honda. Which I’m so happy about because I love Mazda and Hyundai! They make such beautiful cars
Love both of them brother. Was guna get a mazda 3 originally but got a 05 elantra instead for the price. One owner and been super reliable. Hyundai is much closer to toyota now a days not exactly there yet but very close to being perfect like them. Mazda always been on toyotas level the miata always hit a million miles
You guys dont know what you're talking about
@@LXT43 to each their own I guess. But I just bought a new hyundai for a great price and I couldn’t be happier! It’s soo nice :)
And before my Hyundai I had a Mazda. It was amazing too!! Absolutely fantastic car
@@LXT43 ohh so you must be a psychic, right?! So cool! Tell me, will I get married?
(My family has been buying Hyundai’s and Mazda’s for years. Never once had a major problem)
I always pick a rental Elantra when i head to Florida. Last year i bought one, they're great cars for what they are.
been driving an elantra for almost 4 years. so far, so good......no issues.
just regular maintenance.
@@driver4011 what is regular maintenance?
@@ukisbeggar8462
oil change ( 3500- 4500 miles ) , tires (rotate, pressure ck), air filter,
other fluids change ( 36 k miles, 3 years), etc.
I heard their engines eat themselves up after 5 years
@@janko7245 that's correct if you never change oil
In my country here in the middle east, Hyundai's got really popular in the last couple years especially those Sonatas. People seem to love them here because they're reliable cars and they offer way better options and interior than Toyotas and they're way cheaper too also their maintenance is dirt cheap. dunno why Scotty isn't a fan of these :/
Just Bought a 2007 Hyundai Accent with 61K. Absolutely Love It - and I'm a FORD Guy...
well... if you coming of ford, yea you will love any asian car really, the expectation coming from ford is quite low
Hyundai has made enormous progress over the last decade. Overall their cars are stylish and good quality. Toyota still leads the way especially with dependability but hyundai is catching up..
agree. hyundai n kia have come a long way n much better now. lots of older high mileage hyundais n kias still on the road just like the old toyotas n hondas.
Yup.
In terms of car reliability class, 1. Toyota, 2. Honda and Mazda, 3. Hyundai/KIA and Ford, 4. Crysler and GM, 5. VW and FIAT
True!
Hyundai has countless people who engines blew before 100K Miles. Look it up, they still make garbage cars. Oh, also engines catching fire. Google it
Scotty, With you we are not alone! Even as we watch the failing efforts of the town to fix the pot holes!!
Hyundai Theta II GDI engines 2.0,2.4l - reported engine knocking, excessive oil consumption, engine stalling, engine failure… and if that isn’t enough, spontaneous fires.Problems could start after only 20k miles, most engines will have them before 100k miles.
I have a 3.8 Genesis Track for 12 yrs with zero issues. Very reliable.
Very wonderful
As a Korean car lover I've been waiting months for this. He's finally seeing the improvements found in the Sonatas
I hope Genesis proves their reliability in the future too
These Hyundai may have korean name but they more american than GM , Southern too. Montgomery Alabama. Times have changed.
@@luisgonzalez3057 soo basically they did exactly what Toyota and Honda did
@@vsrap71 The government here in Alabama been working on bringing foreign companies here. Now we got the Mazda, Toyota engine plant on Huntsville. Kind of glad. Somebody have to create jobs not just take bailouts and move overseas but that's another subject.
@@luisgonzalez3057 RTR
I bought a used 2011 Sonata with 99k miles in 2016. In 2018, I got a brand new engine due to the recall. Now in 2021 I have 210 miles still enjoying the car because the engine got very low miles despite what the dash says so I got a literally new car for $5k. I won on this gamble. lol
How many miles did you have on the motor that needed ti be replaced? And did they make you do the tedious oil consumption check?
i got a coworker with a 2015 who's going thru the same issue. he said it had 122k when they decided to replace the engine.
@@jeremyotto8401 I believe a dealership is giving my mother a hard time with her 2011 Optima with the 2.4 It began Burning oil around 120k after they repaired something that was replaced in the engine. Then they had to fix a gasket on the oil pan I believe. Transmission went out at 136k. But she's had to take it in 4 or 5 times for this oil consumption test. Now it sounds like they don't want to give her an engine. The test had to have started at 135k
In 2015, against my better judgment, I purchased a 2011 Sonata. I had always been a Honda or Toyota owner but I needed a vehicle that was good on gas for my 60 miles, one way trips to work. In 2018, at 148,000 the engine blew. Hyundai would NOT replace my engine. I would NEVER purchase another Hyundai vehicle. The cars nickel and dime you to death. In 2020, I purchased a 2011 Lexus Rx 350 and yesterday, I purchased a 2008 Toyota Highlander Sport. I think I am set for a while. No more Hyundai's for me.
Nice!
2014 sonata here 🙋🏻♂️ i can approve its very reliable
Just bought my very first Toyota which is a 2007 Camry LE from a 2017 Kia Forte S. My Kia got rear ended and ended up buying another car after been totaled by my insurance. My Kia Forte has 51,000 miles and the now Toyota Camry has 164,000 miles. No regrets and it's made in Japan.
I have the same car and the engine seized up at 78k!!! Only used Mobile 1. Known issue apparently was part of the same issue from 2011-2014. Hyundai has paid over 10k in warranty on my car. Now have 132k. It’s actually doing well.
I know people that have had Hyundai/Kias and it seems like they are either mostly trouble free and they love them or they break down daily and they hate them.
There was/is a batch of 2.4l engines that had a manufacturing defect and essentially if you get one and don't know about it you might be out thousands but if you go to the dealer they'll swap the engine out
They’re very inconsistent. My wife’s 2017 Kia Forte has been a fantastic car with zero problems. My 2017 Sonata burns oil so bad that there was nothing on the dipstick the last time I got my oil changed. It will probably need a new transmission before it hits 100K because it’s already shuttering in first and second gear.
I just bought a 2021 elantra it runs beautifully
Those new ones look so damn good inside and out.
@@departedgardens9262 yeah I love the new futuristic design and it looks like an audi but for 20,000 dollars that’s a pretty great deal
2021 Elantra < 2018 Elantra
Hopefully they fixed the problems with their engines. I just traded in my 2015 Elantra sport because the engine was starting to go. 128000kms. I would never buy one again
@@Aaron-fd7tm Was your car made in America?
I have my Hyundai 25years now still works like a champ
I own a 2016 Sonata and i love it!
No you don't.
211,000 miles plus on my 2013 Hyundai sonata. Just starting to consume about half a quart per thousand miles.
Try some Lucas engine oil additive
It might stop the oil consumption 🙂
I heard Mazda and Toyota are partners. Anything Toyota touches turns to gold.
Toyota and suzuki
...bmw to?lol
Except Saturn!
@Bill Sbac Mazda 3 2009 hatch and new corolla hatch looks similar
Yep they are scion ia
If you listen to Scotty, Toyota’s are the best thing ever. If a Toyota had a vibration at 100,000 miles it would be like, “Oh well. It has 100,000 miles.” But you let a GM car decal fade he bashed them.
My Sonatas engine blew at 80K miles the day after Thanksgiving and by December 5th I had it back with a brand new engine. They put all new belts and wires in as well. No questions asked. All I had to do was sign at the end. I'm satisfied. Apparently, my warranty is good for 120K miles or so. I plan to trade it or sell it when I hit that mark.
Yikes, maybe I shouldn’t get the Santa Fe I was thinking about.
I bought a 2017 Sonata from CarMax with their extended warranty. Sounds like I made the right choice.
Scotty I'm driving a 2004 Hyundai XG350L with 225 .000 miles still running strong and I'm going to drivee it until it stops.
2012 elantra with 551,000
2015 Kia Soul with the 1.6L at 231,000 miles 😄
hyundai n kia will go a long time before it stops. and when it stops, just get another one just as one would do with a toyota and / or honda. lots
n lots of hyundais n kias( and toyotas n hondas) out there.
I had a 2012 kia rio with 225,000. And I treated it horribly, like 12k between oil changes. I finally started dating a girl who knew about cars from her dad and they got me taking care of it but that was after 100,000 miles. My nephew is driving it now and it's on its last legs but over all seemed like a decent car.
I had three Hyundai all of them treats me well, until the radiator sprung a leak and the new driver continue to drive it after seeing the needle on red, it was 203.000 miles A 2010 Hyundai Genesis 3.8, 115k miles and as I mention earlier and the 2004 Hyundai XG350L ,I don't care what others say, why would I buy three Hyundai if they weren't good, you have to do your oil change etc, maintenance even though I was not so loyal on my maintenance.
I had a 2017 Sonata Sport with the same engine. I took excellent care of it like this one and it started burning some oil around 30k. I had been experiencing spark knock under moderate acceleration for over a year. At 66k, there was a valve seal leak and was repaired under warranty after a week at the dealership. The spark knock went away after the repair but soon came back. I loved this car but I knew that it wasn’t going to go the distance. I traded it in for a 2020 Camry. Not even half the bells & whistles as the Sonata but the difference in quality is very apparent.
"You got to know when to hold them, know when to fold them"--my apologies to Kenny Rogers.....
Sadly I’m having the same problem. I have a 2017 that’s only got 58K and it burns oil BAD. I just bought the damn car last year and I already want it gone.
@@ryanwarsh wow man…only 58k. Oil burning is a dealer breaker for me. Good luck to you. I traded mine in at the Toyota dealership in March ‘21 when I bought my Camry and they gave me exactly what I wanted for it.
I have the 2017 and at 45k miles I got the P1326 which is related to the recall. I took it to the dealer and they said updating the ECM and replaced fuel injectors fixed the problems they found. Since I am the second owner, it no longer has warranty and I still have two years left of payments.
I am going to trade it in for a brand new 2021 Elantra to have that 10 year 100,000 mile warranty and deal with 5 years of payments.
I rather have full warranty on a 5 year payment plan than to have no warranty and still have 2 years of payments. Especially when the car at 45k miles gave out error code P1326.
I had an 09 Sonata. I wrecked it with 170k on it but it was still running and driving great at the time.
in the last 10 years Hyundai proof that it's one of the best car maker ever in Saudi Hyundai Elantra is the most sold car in 2020
Because it’s a cheap car.
@@jawolamin2171 not true, they're as good as Toyota.
@@jawolamin2171 true 😂
@@jawolamin2171 hope you dont mean it like its a bad thing.. cars are a depreciating asset. the cheaper the better (while still maintaining reliability ofcourse)
Good for drifting as well
I drove a 2021 Accent the other day. That vehicle to me is Hyundai's best kept secret. I was impressed and I don't impress easily. 10 years/100,000 drive train warranty. How can you beat it?
I used to rent Sonatas all the time. My customers liked them. I like them. They do a great job on I-5 in Northern California, but they also do a good job on curvier roads too.
2008 Sonata with 215k and counting. Nothing major fixed, just basic maintenance so far. Great vehicle.
Avoid any Hyundai or Kia with the Theta engine. The NHTSA forced a recall of hundreds of thousands of these cars because the engines were locking up in traffic and causing accidents. A fine of $210 million was part of the recall. The NHTSA was not concerned with the engine problems, the recall was a safety recall because so many of the cars stalled in traffic. 400,000 vehicles with the Gamma, Nu, Theta II, and Lambda engines from 2012 to 2016 were recalled. The engine design seems to be okay, but manufacturing defects caused the failures.
I recently sold my 2006 Honda accord, and bought a 2021 Hyundai Elantra, are amazing these new models.
I had a 2013 Elantra gls 167000 and traded it in for 2018 Elantra sel that has 28,000
They have come a long way, kia and Hyundai. My Kia Stinger has been fantastic for 3 years now; no issue at all. Going strong at 89,000 miles.
I owned a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. Absolutely loved driving it around! Lost it in a crash.
Were you satisfied? Did you have any problems in the accident?
I have a Hyundai Elantra 2009 and I have 448 k kilometers. Hyundai is very underrated
No lie scotty, I’m really thinking about purchasing a hyundai I never thought i would be saying this but these cars have really been impressing me lately.
I’m on the same boat as you..not to mention all the cool tech they have..definitely considering...that Santa Cruz looks unique
I don’t know the flawless statement that Hyundai take the globe
Happy to hear this from Scotty. I just bought a 2022 Tucson, and trading my 2020 Cadillac XT6 for a 2021 Highlander Platinum tomorrow. We should be all set for a little while.
I own a 2016 Sonata, 170K miles, just put a new set of tires... Scotty's right, maintain 'em and they'll run like champs. Makes me smile seeing and hearing him eat crow on those Sonatas.
Yeah way better than when he reviewed that 03. He tore that one apart with insults lol but it's crazy cause 03 sonatas usually Are very reliable and don't deteriorate like that one I assume it's just the owner who did all that
What is your Maintenance schedule and driving conditions?
Also what engine is your 2016 and is it gdi?
@@henrytom5824 2.4 gdi, full synthetic, every 5K, replaced tranny fluid, changed spark plugs once, y'know, regular maintenance.
Also runs a K&N filter since the first oil change. Bought the car when it had 8 (eight) miles on it.
Me and my daughters have two Toyota and one Hyundai. The two Toyotas have more mileage than the Hyundai. The Hyundai has already have a broken AC compressor, the evaporator coil, both the CV joins, all the 4 shock absobers, noisy steering pump, leaking head gasket. The electrical connectors on the ignition coils are all crumbling. The radiator top cover was leaking. The dash board rattles. The two Toyotas have no issues whatsoever. Parts for the Hyundai are also more expensive than the Toyota. So my vote still goes to the Toyota. I will never buy a Hyundai again.
My dad got a free engine replacement in his 2012 Sonata back in 2018, also Hyundais and Kia’s seem to always have a taillight not working.
2018 Sonata Eco… 26K… loaded trim… love it! Can’t beat the warranty!
My coworker who commutes to work often has 106,000 miles on his 2017 and zero issues!
I work for a rental company who has a branch out of a larger body shop. I asked about the scarcity of parts for Mercedes and he told me that Mercedes has been much better about having available parts after an accident. What he followed up with is don't get a Hyundai or Kia. As it turns out that if you have an accident in one parts are very hard to get. A woman left the shop yesterday after being told that there will be a long wait for the rear bumper on her new Stinger.
I think Hyundai has been making some good cars the past 10 years or so and you can get them at a decent price too.
My ‘16 Elantra base only cost me 7900$ brand new .. nearing 80,000 miles and have had no trouble with it, aiming for 200,000 before I consider getting something new
hyundai cars catch fire. google it
@@fffwe3876 Honda recalls 1.4 million cars due to fire hazard 2020 .. google it (ie:what’s your point)
@@MrRoundthetwist Exactly, Toyota also recalled 1.9 million this year for potential engine fires as well. Most manufacturers have similar problems here and there. Most of criticism I see about Hyundai and Kia are usually people who are basing their opinion on how they were in the 90's and in early 00's. Overall in recent years they have made some reliable and above average cars and they are usually at a steal of a price when compared to other similar reliable vehicles.
A friend of mine, who delivers legal papers in the greater LA area, purchased a 2009 Hyundai Accent and got 297,000 before the trans went out. I have a 2010 Accent and have 169,000 on it with out any problems, I had a neighbor who had a 2008 Hyundai and with less than 100,000 went through three engines. Another neighbor purchased a sporty Hyundai something and had engine problems. Later Hyundai gave those people lifetime warranty. My 2010 Accent has a Mitsubishi according to friends who are knowledgeable about those things. Like your channel.
Hyundai developed 4 cyl engines in partnership with Mitsubishi and Chrysler back in the 2000s. They each made their own variations for specific applications.
So your engine is shared with Mitsubishi but it's actually a Hyundai variation.
Nope the engine your Accent has is actually the first engine ever fully designed by Hyundai it's called the Alpha 2. Bullet proof engine only problem early models had a timing belt instead of chains.
I've had a 2013 Hyundai Elantra for 7 years and it hasn't given me any trouble at all.
I like it a lot. Great gas mileage.
The Koreans are very good these days
My wife just sold her 2019 Sonata SE early because she's had all kinds of issues the past 6 months with only 13k miles on the vehicle. The Android Auto system died 6 months into the lease, the AC blower motor died last summer and last month the engine started to idle rough. Luckily used car prices are so high that we were able to sell her leased vehicle for $1.5k more than it's worth so we didn't have to worry about paying the rest of the lease.
This is helpful thx. I’m gonna stick with the 2017 SE Hyundai ELANTRA good’ol six speed automatic transmission. Helps with my purchasing approach. Thank you, sir.
Hyundai makes amazing cars & my 2004 Elantra GT ran for over 600k miles before I got a 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Ultimate. I think he really needs to reexamine Hyundai. I personally think Toyotas are ugly boring toasters w wheels & Hondas are ugly boxes to me. I want to love the car I'm driving - I drive a lot.
I’ve had more than five Elantras, two of them were over 295k, one was sent to a junker because it had been leaking fluid out over time, and the other went into a rear end accident. Both of them, the transmissions were solid, both the 4-speed auto, and the five speed manual! Solidly build, the beta II engine is, but the Theta-II 2.4L engines are the ones to watch out for...
I have a 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 Rspec with 200k mi and it still runs great. Not all Hyundais are crap like you usually say.
The last Hyundai I had caught fire on start up. And that was back in the 90’s
I don’t get your point. We all know Hyundai was a total joke in the 90’s.
My family owns a 2002 Elantra GLS. I think 180K miles. Other than needing new struts car still runs perfectly
@@naveenthemachine Like how is this possible? One of our customers has a 2010 Mercedes B-Class and had to change the struts after 7 years in 2017 and only 19.800miles.
They were just worn out it wouldn't have gotten the MOT without new ones.
Maybe it was the Mafia that tried to off you
@@chriskonte1909 19,800 miles and you had to change the struts?
Never thought I’d say it, but I LOVE my 2009 Hyundai Sonata. There’s a reason why you see them EVERYWHERE on the road still.
That was the last of the good ones before their reliability all went down the toilet.
My folks just purchased a 2021 Hyundai Accent last weekend...Yay Stimmy! Cheers Scotty!
We owned an Elantra way back when....put 160 thousand on her.....replaced a headlight. Some years later, after going through several/various makes and manufacturers we went back to Hyundai and bought a new 2017 Elantra. 100,000 miles later.....replaced the brakes once. They simply don't rust, either.....UNLIKE MAZDA!