2008 Hyundai Sonata

1. ConsumerReports.orgDetails/Subscribe

Consumer Reports tests the Hyundai Sonata along with close to every other family sedan available. One of the top elements of this review is Consumer Reports' estimates of predicted reliability, based on past-model-year data from reader surveys. The editors here try to evaluate reliability, ride quality, handling and safety.

Review: 2008 Hyundai Sonata Review, Editors of Consumer Reports

2. Car and DriverDetails/Subscribe

This comparative evaluation rates the 2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited against six other notable family cars. Editors road-tested each entrant, judging them on performance, design and comfort. The 2009 Sonata places fourth here, though the judges say they were pleased with the upgrades they noticed during their sneak peek at next year's model. Their ultimate conclusion was that the Sonata needs a bit more fine-tuning before making a bid for the number-one slot, but that it's definitely an appealing up-and-comer.

Review: The Buzzard-and-Baloney Brigade: Comparison Test, John Phillips, Mar. 2008

3. ConsumerGuide.com

While Consumer Guide reports its test results primarily in a numerical format that isn't the most user-friendly, the thorough nature of the performance analysis as well as the editors' value-based recommendations make this a helpful resource for most shoppers. Here the Sonata scores around the average for its class, but its affordable pricetag, nice complement of standard safety features and long warranty coverage inspire Consumer Guide's editors to award the Sonata their "Recommended" label.

Review: 2008 Hyundai Sonata Review, Editors at ConsumerGuide.com, Feb. 29, 2008

4. Motor TrendDetails/Subscribe

While not a traditional comparative road test, this year-long, intensive evaluation of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata's performance and quality should prove a valuable resource for most car shoppers. Judges report on a number of concerns that aren't typically covered in standard road-test reviews, such as recalls, maintenance costs and residual value. The Sonata performs well here, leading editors to note that Korean manufacturer Hyundai is emerging as a dominant force in this class.

Review: Long-Term Verdict: 2006 Hyundai Sonata LX, Editors at Motor Trend

5. KBB.com

Though not a formal comparison, this resource provides price-based lists of editors' top picks for family sedans. Vehicle-specific reviews, which offer comprehensive, easy-to-read, consumer-friendly overviews of each model's performance and value, are accessible from here. Kelley Blue Book calls the Sonata a "feature-filled mid-size sedan that can also be fun to drive."

Review: Recommended Shopping Lists: Mid-Size Sedans, Editors at KBB.com

6. Cars.com

Reviewer Joe Wiesenfelder considers criteria such as safety, practicality, comfort and performance when selecting Cars.com's Best Bets each year. The attached reviews aren't long or comparative, but this lengthy list does offer a balanced perspective. Interested shoppers can follow links to more detailed and comprehensive reviews from other sources; Cars.com also provides consumer reviews and a side-by-side comparison tool.

Review: Best Bets: New Passenger Cars, Joe Wiesenfelder