AVOIR

1996 Hyundai Sonata

Ownership intelligence · Midsize Cars · Regular Gasoline
77
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 92
Longevity 84
Maintenance 84
Depreciation 75
Performance 54
Efficiency 36

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 1996 Hyundai Sonata reliable?

AVOIR rates the 1996 Hyundai Sonata's reliability 92/100 — excellent — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 77/100 (Good).

How long will a 1996 Hyundai Sonata last?

AVOIR scores the 1996 Hyundai Sonata's longevity 84/100 (excellent), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 1996 Hyundai Sonata?

AVOIR scores the 1996 Hyundai Sonata on maintenance 84/100 and depreciation 75/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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