I am looking to buy a 2002 Sonata. Are they cars reliable. Anything specific
to look for when buying a used 2002 sonata. What are the troubles spots. Any
help or suggestion would be appreciated.

 

>I am looking to buy a 2002 Sonata. Are they cars reliable. Anything specific
>to look for when buying a used 2002 sonata. What are the troubles spots. Any
>help or suggestion would be appreciated.

I've had my '02 GLS for 5+ years with zero problems. If you keep on
the regular schedule of maintenance it'll last a long time. If it's
got more than 65000, make sure the timing belt has been changed and
there is PROOF of it. Other than that, I'd suggest getting the
maintenance records on it from the owner to make sure regular
maintenance has been done: trans flush, etc.

- Thee Chicago Wolf

 

In my opinion, the V6 much more durable that the four. By 2002, most of
the nagging design problems (other than those inherent in the 2.4L four
cylinder engine) had already been worked out. The only thing I can
remember that's been a recurring problem is the power window regulators.
But that's only a small issue, and the new regulators are redesigned, so
they shouldn't fail prematurely.

 

hyundaitech wrote:
> In my opinion, the V6 much more durable that the four. By 2002, most of
> the nagging design problems (other than those inherent in the 2.4L four
> cylinder engine) had already been worked out. The only thing I can
> remember that's been a recurring problem is the power window regulators.
> But that's only a small issue, and the new regulators are redesigned, so
> they shouldn't fail prematurely.
>

I have a 2002 4cyl Sonata 162kmiles. Had it since 34 miles new.

I've replaced all door window regulators, apart from the drivers side
rear window regulator.

Make sure you have proof Timing belt has been changed.

I get 28 to 32 MPG, all highway driving 110 miles per work day.

Hoping to get lots more miles


BWS