Hyundai GDI engines

[ryster]

Originally Posted By: mrcoolguy
My dad is considering getting a new car and he is leaning towards Toyotas and Hondas. I know Hyundai has gotten a lot better but how reliable are these cars? They introduced a lot of GDI engines within the last few years and I wanted to know how reliable are these engines. My dad is looking for a compact sedan or a full size sedan( Elantra or Sonata). How do these cars compare against camrys, accords, etc in terms of engine reliability? Thanks


I have 52,000 miles on my 2011 2.4L GDI Sonata. Aside from a thermostat failure at 50,000 miles, repaired under warranty, no issues.

This Hyundai has been the most mechanically reliable car I have ever owned. Build quality/fit and finish, however, is less than ideal...lots of interior squeaks, rattles, vibrations, clunks, stripped screws from the factory, etc.

 

[dparm]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Why not get a Chevy Cruze for about the same or less money? Very roomy car for what it is, American made with a good parts content and GM powertrains are second to none. No games with warranty issues either, like Hyundai and Kia.



What "games" are you talking about? Hyundai/Kia offer massive powertrain warranties, which means they have faith in those cars providing 10 years of trouble-free service.

Warranty length is often the best indicator of the car's quality, in my opinion. Have you noticed how the 3/36 standard warranties of the 1990s are now 5/60? Cars are getting more reliable.

 

[mrcoolguy]

After the recent Toyota recalls I think he definitely wont go that route, so I am guessing a Hyundai or Honda. From the looks of it everyone who has a Hyundai is pretty happy with their car so I will relay the message to my dad. Thanks for the replies everyone!

 

[Propflux01]

Originally Posted By: Silverado12
Why not get a Chevy Cruze for about the same or less money? Very roomy car for what it is, American made with a good parts content and GM powertrains are second to none. No games with warranty issues either, like Hyundai and Kia.


Really? No games?
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