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ConsumerSearch.com Recognises Hyundai Sonata


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DANDENONG SOUTH, AUSTRALIA – July 9, 2009: In the U.S., Hyundai Motor Company’s Sonata beat out competitors Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima (not sold in Australia) for the top spot of “Best Budget Family Car” by ConsumerSearch.com, a web site that analyses expert and user-generated consumer product reviews and recommends the best products to purchase based on their findings. Sonata received positive remarks from expert reviewers and users including:

  • Reliable and well-made
  • Roomy, high-quality interior
  • Lots of standard features
  • Good fuel economy (with 2.4 litre petrol engine)
  • Long warranty

    The ConsumerSearch.com report sorts through various expert and user reviews, scientific testing by non-profit and government agencies to identify the Top Four Best Reviewed cars. This year there were four categories: “Best Family Car Overall,” “Best Budget Family Car,” “Fun to Drive Family Sedan” and “Large Family Car.” A family car is defined as a midsize or large four-door sedan with a starting price of around US$18,000 up to US$30,000.

    “If money matters most, experts like the budget-priced Hyundai Sonata better than more expensive big-name sedans, including the Toyota Camry,” said ConsumerSearch.com editors. “Critics have a hard time finding anything at all to dislike about the Sonata, especially considering the low price. It’s one of the most fuel-efficient, spacious and reliable midsize sedans you can buy, and Hyundai backs it with a longer warranty than its pricey competitors offer.”

    The recognition demonstrates Hyundai’s commitment to providing consumers with high-quality, dependable vehicles that offer exceptional value.

    The fuel-efficient Sonata combines refined design, spirited performance and an extensive list of standard features that increase its appeal to a broad range of customers.

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