Did You Know Every New Car Has a Secret Price?
...It's the low price you'll never see published in the paper...
Discover the dealer's secret price:
Over the past month we helped 55,174 new car buyers save money on their new cars!

2012 Hyundai Sonata Overview

Price Range: $19,795 to $28,195

Your Price: Ask Us

One of the biggest surprises in 2011, the Hyundai Sonata picks up where it left off in 2012 as a real contender in the crowded midsize market.

Pretty much every carmaker makes some sort of midsize sedan, so the Sonata’s ability to breakthrough last year in terms of style and sales was surprising and welcome. The first thing that you notice about the Sonata is its look, which is a prime example of Hyundai’s “fluidic design” philosophy which features plenty of curves and folds in the hood and fenders. 

For 2012, there aren’t many changes to the Sonata as it was redesigned only last year. Hyundai’s new BlueLink telematics system, similar to the OnStar system from GM, is standard on all models. The Limited trim now offers a three-piece panoramic sunroof to let rays in, and a 7-inch touchscreen navigation with HD radio is also available.

Under the hood, the 2012 Sonata keeps the same engine options, starting with a 198-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder which is one of the most powerful base engines to be found in this segment. Transmission options include a six-speed manual or automatic, and a Sonata with this engine will get 24 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.

Instead of the V-6 you’d find in most competitors like the Accord and Camry, the Sonata opts for a turbocharged four-cylinder as its more powerful engine. The 274-horsepower engine also produces 269 pounds-feet of torque and opting for less cylinders means that fuel economy numbers remain high – 22 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.

Inside, the quality of fit and finish is high with soft touch materials abounding. We also particularly like the Sonata’s center console design and its unique climate control setup which. The 2012 Sonata offers plenty of standard features, including Bluetooth® connectivity, the aforementioned BlueLink, auxiliary/USB audio inputs, air conditioning, and steering wheel controls for the audio/Bluetooth/cruise control. Also available are push button start, leather upholstery, the renovated navigation system, and the panoramic sunroof.

As if all this wasn’t enough, the 2012 Sonata is also an IIHS Top Safety Pick and got a full five-star crash test rating from the NHTSA.

In short, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata offers great value and gas mileage, as well as impeccable safety ratings which make it a great choice for anyone shopping the midsize segment, whether you need a car for the commute or to take the family around.

Uncover Rebates & Incentives

Want to keep even more money in your pocket? Find available Rebates & Incentives in your area by entering your ZIP code above.

These additional manufacturer savings programs can help you get your best deal.*

  1. Cash Rebates
  2. Low Interest Financing
  3. Special Leasing Options

Some manufacturers also provide first-time buyer, military, and other programs to target specific customer segments.

*Incentive programs are subject to change at any time by the manufacturer.

Secret 1
Consumer Incentives

Zero percent financing, employee discount, cash back, out-the-door price tags...

Most dealers work hard to offer the public competitive prices. These incentives can grab your attention, but they can also obscure the actual terms you're getting on your purchase.

How can you fully understand incentives to get the lowest possible price on your car?

Get our free quote, and we'll tell you the secret.

Secret 2
Finance & Insurance

Most state franchise laws prohibit manufacturers from selling cars directly to the public, so the dealer will be your middleman. But in terms of financing and insurance, you can choose a bank or the dealer directly.

How can you determine what's in your best interest?

Get our free quote, and we'll tell you the secret.

Secret 3
Additional Costs

Destination charges, taxes, license and title fees, advertising fees... When going to a dealership, you must ask for an explanation of any fee you don't understand. But you need to choose your battles wisely. Your local car dealer may have taken a loss or slim profit along the way, and your fighting over something like a doc fee when the deal is nearly wrapped up may be counterproductive.

In any case, there are many fees and charges in the sale process: some inevitable, others questionable. How do you tell them apart?

Get our free quote, and we'll tell you the secret.

Secret 4
Trade-in Value

If you currently own a car, it probably represents profit. The question is, whose profit will it be?

With few exceptions, you'll get the most money for your used car by selling it privately. That's because dealers pay wholesale prices — not retail prices — for used cars, and they sell them at retail.

Your current car's value can be used to lower the price on your new car. However, most people underestimate their used car's value when going to a dealership. How can you maximize your value?

Get our free quote, and we'll tell you the secret.

Secret 5
Dealer Holdback

The car manufacturer holds back a fraction of the price of all vehicles the dealership sells. Then, it returns the money to the dealership, usually on a quarterly basis.

Dealer holdback began its life as a safety net that ensured the manufacturers would have a security deposit of sorts if a dealership missed payments, and the dealerships would have money on hand to cover overhead costs when the holdback was returned.

How can you take advantage of dealer holdbacks to get the bottom line price?

Get our free quote, and we'll tell you the secret.

Secret 6
Dealer Incentives

Unlike consumer incentives, dealer incentives are factory-to-dealer incentives that reduce the dealer's true cost to buy the vehicle from the factory to below invoice.

Manufacturers offer these incentives on a regional basis to generate sales on specific models. These incentives are sometimes referred to as "spiffs," and they can touch off competition among dealers to move slower-selling stock.

For instance, a dealer incentive may kick in when a certain sales target is reached, with each subsequent sale resulting in a higher factory-to-dealer rebate. How can you benefit from that?

Get our free quote, and we'll tell you the secret.

Why Enter My ZIP Code?

Our state-of-the-art technology uses your ZIP code to find accredited dealers in your area that can sell vehicles below sticker price.

Close Window