• The Sonata is a midsize, four-door sedan from Hyundai with a 4/5 reliability rating from Identifix, which rates car models based on repair shop reports, and a five-year, 60,000 mile basic warranty. The Sonata is available in three trim levels, with two available options packages. Edmunds, a provider of automotive information and reviews, recommends the Sonata as a dependable family sedan or commuter car.
  
  

Mechanical

• All Sonata trim levels are built around a 2.4 liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine rated at 138 hp, with an optional upgrade to a V6 engine. A six-speed manual transmission is standard for the GLS trim levels, while other trims come standard with a six-speed automatic transmission. Gas mileage estimates for the 2003 Sonata are 20 mpg for city driving and 28 mpg on the highway.
  
  

Trim Levels

• The base trim level comes equipped with cruise control, remote trunk release, power doors and mirrors, adjustable steering wheel, anti-theft alarm system, and six-speaker audio system with CD player. The GLS features alloy wheels, heated mirrors, remote locks, and leather and wood trim, while the LX features heated leather seats and an upgraded audio system.
  
  

Safety

• Front seat side-impact airbags, disc brakes, child safety locks, fog lights, electronic brakeforce distribution, and active front head restraints come standard on all trim levels. An alarm system is also standard for all Sonatas.