The history of the Hyundai NF Sonata sedan begins in 1985. Then the first Hyundai Sonata car was released, which was distributed only in Korea. This model lasted on the assembly line until 1988, when the Hyundai Sonata Y2 was released. The new car was designed specifically for the North American market. The design of the car was developed by Giorgetto Giugiaro from the studio Italdesign-Giugiaro S.p.A, and Mitsubishi engineers were engaged in the design of the car together with Hyundai specialists. The model was first shown to the public in June 1987. In 1992, the company carried out a restyling of the car. In 1993, the next generation of Hyundai Sonata debuted - Y3. The base engine of the car was a 126-horsepower 2-liter unit. Some salons also offered cars with a 142-horsepower 3-liter Mitsubishi 6G7x engine. In 1998, the next generation, the Hyundai Sonata EF, went on sale. And in 2002, the world saw a car with an all-aluminum V6 DOHC Hyundai Delta engine. In 2006, the Hyundai NF Sonata model entered the Russian market, which is offered in some stores under the abbreviated name Hyundai NF.

Specifications Hyundai NF Sonata

sedan

Medium auto

• width 1 830mm
• length 4 800mm
• height 1 475mm
• ground clearance 160mm
• places 5

Engine	Name	Price	Fuel	Drive unit	Consumption	Up to a hundred	Max. speed
2.05MT (152 HP)	classic		AI-92	Front	6,4 / 10,2	10.5 s	202 km/h
2.05MT (152 HP)	comfort		AI-92	Front	6,4 / 10,2	10.5 s	202 km/h
2.0AT (152 HP)	classic		AI-92	Front	6,8 / 10,7	11.5 s	194 km/h
2.0AT (152 HP)	comfort		AI-92	Front	6,8 / 10,7	11.5 s	194 km/h
2.4AT (174 HP)	comfort		AI-92	Front	7 / 12,3	10.4 s	202 km/h
2.4AT (174 HP)	gls		AI-92	Front	7 / 12,3	10.4 s	202 km/h

➖ "Thoughtful" machine
➖ Fuel consumption
➖ Noise isolation (wheel arches)

pros

➕ Roomy trunk
➕ Reliability
➕ Suspension
➕ Noise isolation

The advantages and disadvantages of the Hyundai NF 2008 Sonata are identified based on feedback from real owners. More detailed pros and cons of Hyundai NF 2.0 and 2.4 with mechanics and automatic can be found in the stories below:

Owner reviews

Salon: roomy, large, for "any" driver. The place in the rear seats is full, with the front seats fully extended, you sit in the back without bending your knees. The trunk is just huge.

When driving after the purchase, the suspension was immediately evaluated: 350 km, gravel, “exploded asphalt”, and in some places the complete absence of any coating - the suspension worked ALL 100%. I operated the car almost every day in the mode from -48 to +30 (Siberia, after all), no complaints about either the engine or the box.

Driving on the highway: it all depends on the ambitions of a particular driver, since you can go with a flow rate of 8 liters, or you can use 10 liters or more ... In general, it depends on how you press the pedal. There is a display with instant consumption (a trifle, but nice), you focus on it. Acceleration is great!

Consumption in the city is correspondingly higher, and it all depends on the same driver. No matter how, but still 2.4 liters, and you need to “feed” them. In winter, it is warm in the car, even hot, once I really felt cool, well, it was -48 overboard.

Review of Hyundai NF 2.4 automatic transmission 2005

Video review

I didn’t drive a BMW, a Mercedes, or other cars of this kind, but I will say that the Sonata NF is a very, very worthy car. I have a mechanic. Took with mileage 114,000 km 2007 onwards.

Passed 45,000 km and I will say that the car is very, very like it. The car did not let me down (although after the purchase I changed the clutch, but I could still ride with the old one). No more investments (except MOT).

The dynamics are good, fuel consumption is 10-12 liters in the city, and on the highway it all depends on the speed: at 110 km / h - about 8 liters, and at 160 km / h - about 12 liters. I think it's a good result for such a machine.

Noise isolation is good, although, like everyone else, I note the bad Shumkov arches. All in all, a great car for the money. For those who want a good, spacious and reliable car, and even inexpensive to operate — I recommend!

Alexander, review of the Hyundai Sonata NF 2.0 (151 hp) manual transmission 2008

Very high quality car. Over 100 thousand kilometers - not a single breakdown! The running gear just starts to tap hardly noticeably, but I constantly drive in the city on a bad road.

Cons: a little low, the arches are noisy, although the sound insulation is good (especially between the engine, you can’t hear it at all). I also note insufficient wheel rotation for such dimensions.

Everything else is very good, the quality of materials at a high level! The car is not worse than the Toyota Camry, inferior to it only in the name.

Review of Hyundai NF 2.0 with mechanics 2007

Pros:
+ Great car for reasonable money.
+ Large interior, high-quality finishing materials, good sound insulation.
+ Low cost of original spare parts.
+ Good acceleration dynamics.
+ Strong suspension, moderately soft, sails like a ship.

Minuses:
- Loss of value and liquidity of the car due to the lower prestige of the brand in comparison with the Japanese and Germans.
— Banks when passing sharp turns and poor lateral support of the seats.
— Strongly nodding under heavy braking.
— 4th gear on the machine, switching is not always timely.
- In my opinion, high gas mileage for a 2-liter: in the city 13-15 liters.

The owner drives a Hyundai NF 2.0 (151 hp) with a 2008 automatic

The first two weeks I, of course, rejoiced like a baby. Didn't get out of it at all. But I won’t talk about that, I’ll tell you about my impressions now, after the mark of 62,000 km.

Suspension: very soft, swallows almost all bumps, holes, given that I have R17-225/50 wheels. At speed, road bumps are practically not noticeable at all.

Engine: I can’t say that it’s directly racing, but the fact that I have a 2.4 has a definite plus, since it is paired with a 5-speed automatic, rather than a kopeck piece (there is a four-speed one). In the city it comes out from 10 to 13 liters, on the highway (and I recently drive as a pensioner) it turns out even to lower it to 7-7.5. The machine, of course, is stupid - the response is about a second. True, everything becomes much better when switching to manual switching, the car reacts an order of magnitude faster.

Salon: roomy, everything looks neat, pleasant (for my eyes personally) blue lighting, wood inserts, although it is clear that they are far from the ideal quality, they still make a certain look. My height is 194 cm, weight is about 100 kg, and so, I sit down behind me without any problems. The three of us, in my opinion, are uncomfortable: in the middle between the legs there is a huge “hump” (well, it’s too big), and the back of the central seat sticks out, you sit like an idol.

Let's move on to the "cons". The first huge drawback is that there is no handle inside the tailgate (I don't think I'm the first to notice this). It's very inconvenient, really creepy.

The plastic began to creak. The wood inserts creaked especially strongly (in my car). On every bump: creak-creak. And, if I'm not mistaken, the rear shelf also sings along with them.

The high cost of maintenance is also frustrating, although here it is only every 15,000 km instead of 10,000 km.

Alexander, review about Hyundai NF 2.4 (174 hp) AT 2008

I am a driver with more than 50 years of experience and my NF was already the 14th car in my automotive biography. When looking for a new car for 2009, I chose the Sonata NF for its attractive woodgrain interior, decent ground clearance, and various cool features.

Immediately, during the first months, he carried out a complete anti-noise revolution, because. The Sonata was inferior in noise to my previous Laguna. The result was significant, however, it was not possible to reach the noise level of the previous model due to the thickness of the door glasses.

There were no questions about the running system, with the exception of a critical event during a frosty winter with a temperature of -32, when the car stood in the parking lot for 10 days and, when trying to start it, it was not possible to switch to the neutral position for warming up.

The car has never let me down, though it was looked after like a young bride - only garage parking both in the city and in the country, constant care for door seals in winter conditions, care for all door and hood hinges, regular recharging of the battery in winter period. I broke up with her in 2014 on the eve of a sharp change in the ruble exchange rate.

Leonid Shuvalov, review of the Hyundai NF 2.0 Sonata automatic 2009

We are glad to present to your attention the updated sixth generation sedan Hyundai NF (Hyundai NF). This car has a double name in our market. Full name of this model Hyundai Sonata NF. Comparing this car with the previous generation Hyundai Sonata, in Sonata NF designers have improved the design of the interior and exterior, as well as its dynamic characteristics.

Hyundai Sonata NF acquired a more modern look, compared with the previous version, but also retained the features of the external appearance. Immediately striking is the chrome grille, which is deepened by 20 cm and the “ Hyundai”, which now looks quite impressive in view of its placement on four chrome rods in the center. The developers also changed the design of the fog lights. Now the headlights have a corrector MFR. The front moldings and side protection strips are now made in the same style, emphasizing the smooth outlines of the front end. Sonata NF. Modern look updated Hyundai Sonata NF give alloy wheels on 16″ of a new design and extended wheel arches. Complementing the picture are slightly recessed exterior handles in body color.

The interior of the sedan has also been updated. Hyundai Sonata NF. Here, the console in the center and the instrument panel with white and blue backlighting have been changed. Two-stage heating of the front seats will impress any car owner. Also in the design, the location and shape of the deflectors in the air ventilation system were changed. In the center of the cabin in a specially provided niche, you can now store CD / DVD-disks.

In view of improving the ergonomic qualities of the cabin, the control unit for power windows, mirror adjustment and central locking was redesigned. The interior of the car is finished with high-quality materials using black, beige and gray finishes, as well as beautiful woodgrain inserts. For the convenience of the front passenger and driver, the location of the handbrake and cup holders on the central tunnel have been changed.

The new speaker system with a CD changer, with the ability to play six discs and MP3, will not leave you indifferent. It fits in the front center console. In the new Hyundai Sonata NF provided sockets for 12 volts, as well as AUX / USB for iPod.

The car uses new shock absorbers in combination with progressive springs and anti-roll bars. This achieves improved performance in driving, driving performance and a noticeable decrease.

Control Hyundai Sonata NF made even easier by changing the steering gear ratio and reducing the number of steering wheel revolutions to 3.01 (lock to lock).

Now new Hyundai Sonata NF has a powerful Gas engine Theta II series. Its volume is 2.4 liters. This achieves a power of 174 hp, (9 hp more than the earlier model). The engine has a variable valve timing system, an upgraded intake system. The engine is connected to a five-speed automatic transmission.

Price Hyundai Sonata NF an average of 700,000 rubles ( Hyundai NF Sonata GL 2.0 4AT H-Matic), wherein specifications this set includes the following:

• 16 valve gasoline engine - 2.0, 4-cylinder in-line, working volume, cm 3 - 1998. Its power, 151l. With.
• Front-wheel drive
• Multi-link independent front suspension with hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers.
• Multi-link independent rear suspension with hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers.
• Tire size - 215/60 R16
• Diagonal separation of circuits on the hydraulic drive of the front and rear brakes, ABS, disc brakes on all wheels, pad wear sensor.
• Curb / gross weight, kg - 1621/2030
• 194 km/h maximum speed.
• Fuel consumption
  • urban cycle - 10.0
  • suburban cycle - 6.7
  • mixed cycle - 7.9
• Overall dimensions - 4800x1832x1475
• Clearance, mm - 160

Photo Hyundai Sonata NF:

Consider the Korean brand Hyundai and the fifth generation - Sonata nf. Thanks to its good looks, good equipment and good practical qualities, the Sonata was able to become one of the leaders in its segment, displacing the usual favorites.

Gray fit leather
ground clearance white
discs legend nf
version sedan headlights

Sonata of the fifth generation appeared on the market in August 2004. Then Hyundai presented the Sonata for the domestic market of Korea. A year later, the car appeared on the markets of other countries. In Russia, the car was sold under the name Hyundai NF, since the fourth generation Sonatas were already assembled at the Taganrog plant.

In 2008, the sedan underwent a slight restyling. As a result, the shape of the front optics has changed, the car has received a radiator grille, a new front bumper and enlarged brake lights. There are also 10-spoke alloy wheels, and the interior has been noticeably redesigned. 2009 is the last year of the fifth generation. After that, Sonata "retired", giving way to his sixth generation successor.

Appearance Sonata V generation

In many ways, the success of the hyundai sonata nf initially depended on a pleasant appearance. The company's designers turned to their sense of style that they had developed and abandoned the fourth-generation gaudy appearance with its butterfly headlights and incomprehensible shapes. The 5th generation Sonata looks stylish and understated.

The look notices a European-style exterior - neat rectangular headlights, a nice front bumper, a textured hood. The impression of a solid car is complemented by the silhouette of the Sonata with a smooth window sill line, openwork wheel arches and light-alloy wheels.


The rear end sports slanted brake lights, with a long strip of reversing lights, a powerful trunk lid and a stylish rear bumper. In general, the body itself resists corrosion well, but when buying, you need to look at each instance individually. Rust spots on the trunk lid or wheel arches may indicate the Sonata's accident history.

sedan dimensions

Comfortable salon

seat landing leather

Most of the reviews about the Hyundai and its interior decoration are extremely positive. Sonata boasts a huge space inside the cabin. It's no joke - the base of the car is larger than that of the 2010 toyota camry. Thanks to this, you can sit behind the wheel as comfortably as possible.

To the advantages of this model, you can add more materials of good quality, good sound insulation for its class and thoughtful ergonomics. The soft filling of the seats will play into the hands on a long journey, and the informative dashboard will convey all the necessary information in a matter of seconds. The second row with a perfectly molded sofa can easily accommodate two passengers, and if necessary, three.

Of the claims - an old-fashioned center console with a monochrome display. Blue backlight is also an amateur. The materials themselves are durable, but the car is still old and with high mileage, the leather on the seats begins to crack.

Specifications

Why did you love this car?

Sonata fell in love with a combination of positive qualities against the backdrop of an adequate price. So, in terms of reliability, new motors are in the top lines of the rating. Hyundai with an engine capacity of 2 liters will not cause any problems. In total, the new owner, for a small amount, will receive a comfortable, reliable and well-controlled car. However, the Sonata has features that you should pay attention to when buying;

• even problem-free technology can be sentenced. Often this occurs if the previous owners do not want to do anything or do it themselves. Everything is clear about the interior and paintwork: the coating is without chipped dents, and the interior is in good condition;
• before selling, you need to look first of all at the fuel tank. Early cracks in the middle of the fuel bay are a very common thing. And changing the whole tank is a hassle. So you should fill in gasoline to the fullest, and then take the time to call in for a service;
• here it is worth seeing how the ball bearings and front struts behave, check the hubs for bearing play. Another very common feature is steering rack play. For the price, it is very expensive - about 17-20 thousand;
• You can still buy a car with a dead clutch. If the pedal grabs already from above, then its time is already coming to an end. It is not difficult to change it - the cost of the node is 3-4 thousand, and the replacement itself can be done by hand. But if you have seen a car with these shortcomings, then there is a reason to bargain.

Owner reviews Hyundai Sonata NF

Vladimir, 27 years old:

“I decided to take a foreign car for the first time. At first I was leaning towards nissan teana, but I read the reviews on the 2008-2010 sedan and changed my mind. The scales have tipped in favor of a simple Hyundai nf sonata. Revised somewhere 2707 posts until I found a suitable Sonata, just in perfect condition. Right now I'm riding it. While I like it, I think I would not take another car. Good car, that's just the consumption of the engine 2.4 depressing. In the city it crawls out for 17 liters.

Sergey, 32 years old:

Photo of the legendary model

All photos of the Sonata NF will help to examine in detail the external and internal decoration of the car, and the photos of the rear and interior will help to understand the difference between the restyled Sonata and the pre-styling one.

gray bright
landing skin clearance
legend white salon
price version black

Estimated prices Hyundai Sonata NF

At the end of 2019, the minimum cost of a hyundai sonata nf in Russia is 350-360 thousand rubles. The upper price tag for the Sonata can reach 630-650 thousand.

Video test drives

Video test drive hyundai sonata nf will tell you about the features of a car with an engine capacity of 2 liters, its advantages and disadvantages, as well as what you should pay attention to when buying a Sonata.