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tradman · 04-08-2021, 10:05 AM

I am looking at buying my wife (well, she is looking at buying) a new car with better MPG since she is about to start back on site working in the next few weeks.

She is really liking the Honda Accord and the Hyundai Sonata. They both offer equivalent room, pretty close on the MPG's... Hyundai offers the better warranty and is a few grand cheaper for comparable trim level BUT Honda holds the better resale value.

Any advice from someone who has owned either of these cars?

flyby · 04-08-2021, 10:34 AM

My wife has a 2014 Kia Optima. 110,000 miles with no issues. Oil changes, brakes, tires, and battery are the only things we've done.

Not sure on Honda or Sonata, but hers did not come with a spare tire or jack. I bought the spare tire package aftermarket- don't want a flat without a spare.

The battery in it is some kind of "smart" battery- only one option and if I remember right it was $250 to replace.

axisbuck · 04-08-2021, 10:41 AM

My cousin drives a Honda Accord with 330K still as a daily driver. if I were in the market for one that's what I would buy.

Kingfisher789 · 04-08-2021, 10:44 AM

Honda

BRust · 04-08-2021, 10:47 AM

Honda all the way, only thing my wife will drive. She has had the Accord, civic and a Pilot no issues with any of them.

kkp005 · 04-08-2021, 10:47 AM

I bought my wife Honda Accord new in 2013.
Still use it as a commuter with about 180k miles on it. Just changed the tires and oil.

My sister in law bought a Sonota new in 2014... Had multiple issues and it left her stranded a few times

tradman · 04-08-2021, 11:03 AM

The Honda Accord looks better anyways! Thanks for the input!!!

riverbowman · 04-08-2021, 11:25 AM

If I'm keeping it for a long time, Honda. No question.

Rubi513 · 04-08-2021, 12:21 PM

Between those 2, Honda.
I am still not sold on turbo charged gas motors and cvt transmissions. Therefore, we went with the Toyota Camry.

txpitdog · 04-08-2021, 12:23 PM

We have a Honda Odyssey and it is the best built vehicle I’ve ever owned. I’ve also been in a wreck with. Hyundai rental car. The crumple zone did what it was supposed to do but the amount of styrofoam and plastic that were exposed was not comforting.

gonzaleziam · 04-08-2021, 12:47 PM

Ive had Hondas in the past. We recently traded Santa Fe for the new Sonora. We love it. Lots of room, great on gas. We also like the 60k mile everything covered warranty. We had a fender fall off because of a mishap. They replaced it for free, no questions asked. I like both but Honda may have better resale value

sideways · 04-08-2021, 01:17 PM

My money is on Honda but you can’t knock the Hyundai for what you get.

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Sharecropper · 04-08-2021, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkp005

I bought my wife Honda Accord new in 2013.
Still use it as a commuter with about 180k miles on it. Just changed the tires and oil.

My sister in law bought a Sonota new in 2014... Had multiple issues and it left her stranded a few times

This . . Bought a Buick Encore . .

tmurray · 04-08-2021, 02:07 PM

My wife had a 2016 Sonata that was the biggest piece of **** I've ever owned. Car was whatever the highest trim level was (Platinum maybe?) so was very comfortable but constantly in the shop, constant oil leaks/burning oil. Over a year worth of taking it to the shop every month for "monitoring" before they finally replaced the head which still didn't fix it. Car was burning a quart per 1k miles. As soon as they fixed it the last time and I saw it was already a quart low again 1000 miles later I traded it in.

gemini2759 · 04-08-2021, 02:32 PM

Honda.

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tvc184 · 04-08-2021, 02:55 PM

I had a Sonata for 12 years. Drove it as far as NYC and crossed the country on long trips 5-6 times. It had the electric window controller replaced under warranty.

Total I have bought 4 Hyundais and had for a total of about 20 years. The controller, two headlights and a radio were the fixes needed.

Mike D · 04-08-2021, 03:07 PM

You should also consider the Toyota Camry as well. We had a 2008 Camry with 285k miles on it and the only non-maintenance repair I did on it was a fuel pump at 280k.

My daughter has it now and is approaching or over 300k miles on it and still going strong.

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JBJTX81 · 04-08-2021, 03:54 PM

Either brand get the 2.0 turbo accord or the 2.5 turbo sonata. They are both running low 5s 0-60. Shocking what fwd commuter cars can do these days

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Jason · 04-08-2021, 04:04 PM

We have a 2014 Sonata that's been a good car. So far, nothing other than routine maintenance.

Been teen driven the last year and 1/2. I figure it must be an ok car to handle that.

tdwinklr · 04-08-2021, 04:45 PM

We started to buy an Accord last time but test drove a late model one and it was the roughest, cheapest feeling car I've ever driven. Moved over to a Hyundai Genesis sedan and is the best car we've ever owned so far. Won't find a much smoother ride either, and quiet inside.
I've never really hear much negative on any Hyundai's.

ThisLadyHunts · 04-08-2021, 05:27 PM

I don't think enough can be said about the quality and longevity of the major Japanese auto brands. I've driven Toyota products for years. At 100K miles, they're just hitting their stride. At 300K miles, they still feel like they did when you drove them off the lot. Their resale value is generally petty good, too.

Davoh · 04-08-2021, 07:03 PM

If you plan to keep it long term, and you're hard on vehicles... Honda or Toyota. Hands down.

If you're someone who puts tons of miles on cars and rotates them out every couple years, you'll probably have ok luck with the Hyundai too

Fishndude · 04-08-2021, 07:04 PM

Was this a serious question?

ShockValue · 04-08-2021, 07:12 PM

I own a Honda, Toyota and Infinity (Nissan). What's missing from this list?

the-butcher · 04-08-2021, 07:14 PM

Honda.

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Rubi513 · 04-08-2021, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShockValue

I own a Honda, Toyota and Infinity (Nissan). What's missing from this list?

A real truck....

ShockValue · 04-08-2021, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rubi513

A real truck....

Haha. Let me guess...Chevy guy? It’s all fun and games until the GM hits 100k miles. My Tundra will still have the new truck smell at 100k.

fish4food · 04-08-2021, 08:54 PM

Wife had a 2016 accord sport. Nice loooking car and lots of leg room. The trunk is huge as well.

Traded it in for an 18 Accord sport. Looked even nicer with just as much room inside.

Both avg 30-32 mpg.

Nothing against Hyundai, that’s just my experience.

Rubi513 · 04-08-2021, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShockValue

Haha. Let me guess...Chevy guy? It’s all fun and games until the GM hits 100k miles. My Tundra will still have the new truck smell at 100k.

Lol! Nope. I have owned them all...Not bias toward any. Currently driving a 16 Powerstroke. 87k miles no issues. BIL with same truck is at 230k miles and no issues...
If I bought a half ton this year it would probably be a tundra. If they go turbocharged after this year, I am out.
I do find it funny tbh tundra owners have no issues, but folks I know that own one don’t think it’s anything special. None have bought another tundra after initial purchase.

KX500 · 04-09-2021, 07:12 AM

Sounds like you should be looking at Accord vs Camry.

Leverhunter · 04-09-2021, 08:02 AM

Toyota. Last as long as the Honda and seems like service is less expensive.

tpack · 04-09-2021, 08:02 AM

We are on our 6th Accord since 1996. Need I say more.

Big Lee · 04-09-2021, 08:05 AM

Car manufacturers have came a long way. They all have their issues. All makes and models will go the distance if taken care of. Go drive them for a day each. Do your regular routine of grocery shopping, bank etc. Whichever one fits your but best and needs best wins the ticket.

tradman · 04-09-2021, 08:58 AM

I appreciate the input guys. I know I have heard that Hyundai cars have gotten a lot better rap over the last decade. My wife chooses cars by how they look, I try to even that out by thinking about longevity and dependability. She likes the looks of the Accord and Sonata so that's why this question was raised. I wasn't sure if Hyundai had come to forefront as a contender in last few years...

While considering her "cute" requirement I am trying to make the best purchase we can!

04-08-2021, 10:05 AM	#1
tradman Four Point Join Date: May 2019 Location: Sherman Hunt In: Grayson	Accord vs. Sonata I am looking at buying my wife (well, she is looking at buying) a new car with better MPG since she is about to start back on site working in the next few weeks. She is really liking the Honda Accord and the Hyundai Sonata. They both offer equivalent room, pretty close on the MPG's... Hyundai offers the better warranty and is a few grand cheaper for comparable trim level BUT Honda holds the better resale value. Any advice from someone who has owned either of these cars?

04-08-2021, 02:55 PM	#16
tvc184 Pope & Young Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Golden Triangle	I had a Sonata for 12 years. Drove it as far as NYC and crossed the country on long trips 5-6 times. It had the electric window controller replaced under warranty. Total I have bought 4 Hyundais and had for a total of about 20 years. The controller, two headlights and a radio were the fixes needed. Last edited by tvc184; 04-08-2021 at 02:57 PM.

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04-08-2021, 10:34 AM	#2
flyby Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: DFW Hunt In: Hamilton County	My wife has a 2014 Kia Optima. 110,000 miles with no issues. Oil changes, brakes, tires, and battery are the only things we've done. Not sure on Honda or Sonata, but hers did not come with a spare tire or jack. I bought the spare tire package aftermarket- don't want a flat without a spare. The battery in it is some kind of "smart" battery- only one option and if I remember right it was $250 to replace.

04-08-2021, 10:41 AM	#3
axisbuck Ten Point Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Antonio Hunt In: Lampasas	My cousin drives a Honda Accord with 330K still as a daily driver. if I were in the market for one that's what I would buy.

04-08-2021, 10:44 AM	#4
Kingfisher789 Ten Point Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Austin. Jim Ned Creek Hunt In: Tivydale. Nix. Brownwood	Honda

04-08-2021, 10:47 AM	#5
BRust Eight Point Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Cypress Tx Hunt In: Around Lake Somerville & Brackettville	Honda all the way, only thing my wife will drive. She has had the Accord, civic and a Pilot no issues with any of them.

04-08-2021, 10:47 AM	#6
kkp005 Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Madisonville Hunt In: Madison County	I bought my wife Honda Accord new in 2013. Still use it as a commuter with about 180k miles on it. Just changed the tires and oil. My sister in law bought a Sonota new in 2014... Had multiple issues and it left her stranded a few times

04-08-2021, 11:03 AM	#7
tradman Four Point Join Date: May 2019 Location: Sherman Hunt In: Grayson	The Honda Accord looks better anyways! Thanks for the input!!!

04-08-2021, 11:25 AM	#8
riverbowman Eight Point Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Highland Village, TX	If I'm keeping it for a long time, Honda. No question.

04-08-2021, 12:21 PM	#9
Rubi513 Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Centerville Hunt In: Walker County	Between those 2, Honda. I am still not sold on turbo charged gas motors and cvt transmissions. Therefore, we went with the Toyota Camry.

04-08-2021, 12:23 PM	#10
txpitdog Pope & Young Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Kingwood Hunt In: Fairfield	We have a Honda Odyssey and it is the best built vehicle I’ve ever owned. I’ve also been in a wreck with. Hyundai rental car. The crumple zone did what it was supposed to do but the amount of styrofoam and plastic that were exposed was not comforting.

04-08-2021, 12:47 PM	#11
gonzaleziam Ten Point Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: South Texas Hunt In: Hidalgo County	Ive had Hondas in the past. We recently traded Santa Fe for the new Sonora. We love it. Lots of room, great on gas. We also like the 60k mile everything covered warranty. We had a fender fall off because of a mishap. They replaced it for free, no questions asked. I like both but Honda may have better resale value

04-08-2021, 01:17 PM	#12
sideways Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2009	My money is on Honda but you can’t knock the Hyundai for what you get. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

04-08-2021, 02:07 PM	#14
tmurray Ten Point Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Cypress, TX Hunt In: Webb County	My wife had a 2016 Sonata that was the biggest piece of **** I've ever owned. Car was whatever the highest trim level was (Platinum maybe?) so was very comfortable but constantly in the shop, constant oil leaks/burning oil. Over a year worth of taking it to the shop every month for "monitoring" before they finally replaced the head which still didn't fix it. Car was burning a quart per 1k miles. As soon as they fixed it the last time and I saw it was already a quart low again 1000 miles later I traded it in.

04-08-2021, 02:32 PM	#15
gemini2759 Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Port Isabel Hunt In: Jim Hogg, public land	Honda. Sent from my moto e5 cruise using Tapatalk

04-08-2021, 03:07 PM	#17
Mike D Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: North Texas Hunt In: Haskell County, TX	You should also consider the Toyota Camry as well. We had a 2008 Camry with 285k miles on it and the only non-maintenance repair I did on it was a fuel pump at 280k. My daughter has it now and is approaching or over 300k miles on it and still going strong. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

04-08-2021, 03:54 PM	#18
JBJTX81 Ten Point Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wise Co Hunt In: Where the wife gives me permission to go.	Either brand get the 2.0 turbo accord or the 2.5 turbo sonata. They are both running low 5s 0-60. Shocking what fwd commuter cars can do these days Sent from my SM-G981U using Tapatalk

04-08-2021, 04:04 PM	#19
Jason Eight Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Katy, TX Hunt In: Nacogdoches/Rusk County	We have a 2014 Sonata that's been a good car. So far, nothing other than routine maintenance. Been teen driven the last year and 1/2. I figure it must be an ok car to handle that.

04-08-2021, 04:45 PM	#20
tdwinklr Ten Point Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Leonard, TX Hunt In: N. Central and N. East TX	We started to buy an Accord last time but test drove a late model one and it was the roughest, cheapest feeling car I've ever driven. Moved over to a Hyundai Genesis sedan and is the best car we've ever owned so far. Won't find a much smoother ride either, and quiet inside. I've never really hear much negative on any Hyundai's.

04-08-2021, 05:27 PM	#21
ThisLadyHunts Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Central Texas Hunt In: Austin, Boerne, Wyoming, South America	I don't think enough can be said about the quality and longevity of the major Japanese auto brands. I've driven Toyota products for years. At 100K miles, they're just hitting their stride. At 300K miles, they still feel like they did when you drove them off the lot. Their resale value is generally petty good, too.

04-08-2021, 07:03 PM	#22
Davoh Ten Point Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Livingston, Tx Hunt In: In my imagination...	If you plan to keep it long term, and you're hard on vehicles... Honda or Toyota. Hands down. If you're someone who puts tons of miles on cars and rotates them out every couple years, you'll probably have ok luck with the Hyundai too

04-08-2021, 07:04 PM	#23
Fishndude Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arlington, Texas Hunt In: Mason, Ellis and Dimmit counties	Was this a serious question?

04-08-2021, 07:12 PM	#24
ShockValue Pope & Young Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Flower Mound, Tx Hunt In: Hill Country	I own a Honda, Toyota and Infinity (Nissan). What's missing from this list?

04-08-2021, 07:14 PM	#25
the-butcher Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: montgomery,texas Hunt In: cushing,tx	Honda. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

04-08-2021, 08:54 PM	#28
fish4food Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Calhoun County	Wife had a 2016 accord sport. Nice loooking car and lots of leg room. The trunk is huge as well. Traded it in for an 18 Accord sport. Looked even nicer with just as much room inside. Both avg 30-32 mpg. Nothing against Hyundai, that’s just my experience.

04-09-2021, 07:12 AM	#30
KX500 Six Point Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: SW Illinois Hunt In: Texas (whenever I can) & Illinois	Sounds like you should be looking at Accord vs Camry.

04-09-2021, 08:02 AM	#31
Leverhunter Eight Point Join Date: Jan 2016	Toyota. Last as long as the Honda and seems like service is less expensive.

04-09-2021, 08:02 AM	#32
tpack Ten Point Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Stephenville Hunt In: Erath	We are on our 6th Accord since 1996. Need I say more.

04-09-2021, 08:05 AM	#33
Big Lee Ten Point Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: TX Hunt In: Central Texas	Car manufacturers have came a long way. They all have their issues. All makes and models will go the distance if taken care of. Go drive them for a day each. Do your regular routine of grocery shopping, bank etc. Whichever one fits your but best and needs best wins the ticket.

04-09-2021, 08:58 AM	#34
tradman Four Point Join Date: May 2019 Location: Sherman Hunt In: Grayson	I appreciate the input guys. I know I have heard that Hyundai cars have gotten a lot better rap over the last decade. My wife chooses cars by how they look, I try to even that out by thinking about longevity and dependability. She likes the looks of the Accord and Sonata so that's why this question was raised. I wasn't sure if Hyundai had come to forefront as a contender in last few years... While considering her "cute" requirement I am trying to make the best purchase we can!