My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi

bigron · 25th June 2016, 16:02

I got a suspension overhaul at around 120,000 KMS. So you in the same ball park.
Ask your SA to give you a list of items he intends to replace and their individual pricing. Stuff like upper control arms are expensive for a pair. But for a complete over haul the parts cost between 15 to 20k plus labour.

aboveallkaran · 25th June 2016, 16:44

Hello bigron, can you please elaborate about the parts which were changed during your vehicle's overhaul. Because I was expecting around 20k budget for suspension overhaul, but the hyundai guys told me it will be around 50k.
Thanks in advance.

bigron · 25th June 2016, 17:12

It should not cost 50k no matter what they change.
I dont re collect now what all got replaced in my car but from what I can remember :
Control Arm with ball Joints Pair
Inner and outer Tie Rod Ends
Shock Absorbers ( not replaced in my case)
Bar Linkages
Mounting Kits

aboveallkaran · 25th June 2016, 17:33

Okay. The parts were changed for front only or rear suspension parts too?

sarthakbhp · 31st August 2016, 00:20

Hi bigron,

Would you advise me regarding the buying decision of a Fluidic Sonata M/T version(Petrol). Should I go for it ?? I am bit skeptical and would be grateful if you can guide me with the same. It is a 2012 model and I am getting a sweet deal. Please help.

bigron · 31st August 2016, 01:26

The car is a genuine upgrade over the transform in terms of comfort, features and safety. Very spacious inside with superb rear seat comfort. Also reliability is not an issue as I know people who have covered over 200,000 kms in their fluidic sonatas. The FE is going to be in single digits. If sedate driving is your style this cant be beat.

sarthakbhp · 4th September 2016, 01:28

Hi Bigron,
Thanks a lot for the response. Fuel economy in Mumbai is in single digits even for the Hyundai Verna, so I was always sure about the Sonata in this regard too. But then since the car is out of production since Feb 2015, I was just worried about the service and parts availability and Hyundai's sincerity towards the handful of Fluidic Sonata owners. But your mention of 2lakh kms plus happy customers example just eased my tension off.. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I am sure once I buy the car, I shall post my first ownership thread here. Glad

prankey · 30th May 2017, 12:13

Looks like this thread is mostly idle. I am using a transform 2011 (bought used with tampered milometer) and love every bit of it.

I do long drives like Delhi to Bangalore, Katra, Gangotri, Raipur, etc. quite often and except for a handful of occasions, no one has ever been able to match my speed.

Handling is outstanding on this car even with worn out Yokohama A348 tyres. When replaced with used Bridgestones with lower speed rating of 95H, I get far better handling now.

I get mileage of around 13KMpL most of the times and at times close to 15KMpL as well. I haven't seen major change in mileage on the highway. Cruising at decent speed seems to be most economical for this car at 5th or 6th gear depending on throttle response.

I have replaced the right upper arm bushes last year and now the left ones are worn out. So in terms of maintenance, that's the only expense I see on this car despite clocking around 1.5Lacs KMs. I have driven about 25k KMs since Sept 2015 (mostly on highways and rough roads). I drive continuously for 1000+ KM most of the time with an overall average speed of around 85KMph. Biggest killer of average speed on highways are tolls and trucks blocking the road while slowly overtaking.

I have changed Engine oil only twice and never change after 6 months or recommended 10k KM while continuously monitoring viscosity and other parameters. I know it could be damaging to the engine but I have hardly seen any adverse side effects on my other vehicles.

Now my vehicle is due another oil change and wondering which one should be the most VFM oil to put with OE filter I have bought from Trident Hyundai at a whopping cost of around 1k (any good alternative as I find filter to be the most important part to replace?)

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sarthakbhp · 30th May 2017, 14:16

I shall soon post a comprehensive review of a used Hyundai Fluidic Sonata. Just waiting for the deal to happen. But Mr Prankey - I would be really grateful if you can give me some insight or user reviews from Hyundai Sonata owners if you know anyone in your social circle having such an association with Sonata

prankey · 2nd June 2017, 22:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by sarthakbhp

I shall soon post a comprehensive review of a used Hyundai Fluidic Sonata. Just waiting for the deal to happen. But Mr Prankey - I would be really grateful if you can give me some insight or user reviews from Hyundai Sonata owners if you know anyone in your social circle having such an association with Sonata

I know a dealer who sells these Sonata's regularly through a leasing company. Let me know how the deal goes. I believe Fluidic is about an year old?

sarthakbhp · 2nd June 2017, 23:40

Hi Mr Prankey,
The fluidic Sonata was introduced in Indian markets in Early 2012 and Hyundai pulled the plugs in Feb 2015.

25th June 2016, 16:02	#121
bigron Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NSEW Posts: 1,309 Thanked: 2,706 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi I got a suspension overhaul at around 120,000 KMS. So you in the same ball park. Ask your SA to give you a list of items he intends to replace and their individual pricing. Stuff like upper control arms are expensive for a pair. But for a complete over haul the parts cost between 15 to 20k plus labour.
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25th June 2016, 16:44	#122
aboveallkaran BHPian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nagpur Posts: 65 Thanked: 20 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi Hello bigron, can you please elaborate about the parts which were changed during your vehicle's overhaul. Because I was expecting around 20k budget for suspension overhaul, but the hyundai guys told me it will be around 50k. Thanks in advance.
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25th June 2016, 17:12	#123
bigron Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NSEW Posts: 1,309 Thanked: 2,706 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi It should not cost 50k no matter what they change. I dont re collect now what all got replaced in my car but from what I can remember : Control Arm with ball Joints Pair Inner and outer Tie Rod Ends Shock Absorbers ( not replaced in my case) Bar Linkages Mounting Kits Last edited by bigron : 25th June 2016 at 17:15.
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25th June 2016, 17:33	#124
aboveallkaran BHPian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nagpur Posts: 65 Thanked: 20 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi Okay. The parts were changed for front only or rear suspension parts too?
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31st August 2016, 00:20	#125
sarthakbhp Newbie Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9 Thanked: 4 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi Hi bigron, Would you advise me regarding the buying decision of a Fluidic Sonata M/T version(Petrol). Should I go for it ?? I am bit skeptical and would be grateful if you can guide me with the same. It is a 2012 model and I am getting a sweet deal. Please help. Last edited by bblost : 31st August 2016 at 01:05. Reason: Removed extra ..., please avoid this style of writing.
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31st August 2016, 01:26	#126
bigron Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NSEW Posts: 1,309 Thanked: 2,706 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi The car is a genuine upgrade over the transform in terms of comfort, features and safety. Very spacious inside with superb rear seat comfort. Also reliability is not an issue as I know people who have covered over 200,000 kms in their fluidic sonatas. The FE is going to be in single digits. If sedate driving is your style this cant be beat.
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4th September 2016, 01:28	#127
sarthakbhp Newbie Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9 Thanked: 4 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi Hi Bigron, Thanks a lot for the response. Fuel economy in Mumbai is in single digits even for the Hyundai Verna, so I was always sure about the Sonata in this regard too. But then since the car is out of production since Feb 2015, I was just worried about the service and parts availability and Hyundai's sincerity towards the handful of Fluidic Sonata owners. But your mention of 2lakh kms plus happy customers example just eased my tension off.. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I am sure once I buy the car, I shall post my first ownership thread here. Glad
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30th May 2017, 12:13	#128
prankey Newbie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 14 Thanked: 18 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi Looks like this thread is mostly idle. I am using a transform 2011 (bought used with tampered milometer) and love every bit of it. I do long drives like Delhi to Bangalore, Katra, Gangotri, Raipur, etc. quite often and except for a handful of occasions, no one has ever been able to match my speed. Handling is outstanding on this car even with worn out Yokohama A348 tyres. When replaced with used Bridgestones with lower speed rating of 95H, I get far better handling now. I get mileage of around 13KMpL most of the times and at times close to 15KMpL as well. I haven't seen major change in mileage on the highway. Cruising at decent speed seems to be most economical for this car at 5th or 6th gear depending on throttle response. I have replaced the right upper arm bushes last year and now the left ones are worn out. So in terms of maintenance, that's the only expense I see on this car despite clocking around 1.5Lacs KMs. I have driven about 25k KMs since Sept 2015 (mostly on highways and rough roads). I drive continuously for 1000+ KM most of the time with an overall average speed of around 85KMph. Biggest killer of average speed on highways are tolls and trucks blocking the road while slowly overtaking. I have changed Engine oil only twice and never change after 6 months or recommended 10k KM while continuously monitoring viscosity and other parameters. I know it could be damaging to the engine but I have hardly seen any adverse side effects on my other vehicles. Now my vehicle is due another oil change and wondering which one should be the most VFM oil to put with OE filter I have bought from Trident Hyundai at a whopping cost of around 1k (any good alternative as I find filter to be the most important part to replace?) Mod Note: Post edited. Team-BHP strongly discourages unsafe driving practices that put yourself and other road users at risk. Please do NOT post about illegally high speeds on public roads. We advise you to read the Forum Rules before proceeding any further. Last edited by Rudra Sen : 30th May 2017 at 12:43.
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30th May 2017, 14:16	#129
sarthakbhp Newbie Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9 Thanked: 4 Times	I shall soon post a comprehensive review of a used Hyundai Fluidic Sonata. Just waiting for the deal to happen. But Mr Prankey - I would be really grateful if you can give me some insight or user reviews from Hyundai Sonata owners if you know anyone in your social circle having such an association with Sonata
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2nd June 2017, 23:40	#131
sarthakbhp Newbie Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9 Thanked: 4 Times	Re: My Hyundai Sonata Transform CRDi Hi Mr Prankey, The fluidic Sonata was introduced in Indian markets in Early 2012 and Hyundai pulled the plugs in Feb 2015.
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