1991 Hyundai Sonata GLS SE Auto
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- Photo: '88-'89 Hyundai Sonata GLS (Front) by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Hyundai Sonata Y2 PE (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Sonata GLS 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Sonata Pin Generation by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '88-'89 Hyundai Sonata GLS (Rear) by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1991 Hyundai Sonata GLS SE Auto is a 142-hp V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,375 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 142 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Sonata measures 184.3 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,840 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,375 ($36,688 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Sigma G6AT 3.0L SOHC V6, MPI, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 142 hp |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 91.1 x 76 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.3 in |
| Width | 68.9 in |
| Height | 55.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,840 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.3 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1991 Hyundai Sonata GLS SE Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Hyundai SONATA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 29, 1993 · SEAT BELTS
THE MOTORIZED SHOULDER BELT CAN TRAVEL SLOWLY OR CHATTER IN THE TRACK AND MAY EVENTUALLY STOP TRACKING AND BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Consequence: SLOWING, CHATTERING, OR FAILURE OF THE MOTORIZED SHOULDERBELT MAY DISCOURAGE USE OF THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURYIN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL LUBRICATE THE TRACK ASSEMBLY AND, IF ANY SYSTEMS ARE FOUND INOPERATIVE, THE SYSTEM WILL BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED, AS REQUIRED.
NHTSA campaign 93V196000
30 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Hyundai SONATA
Owner Complaints
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Hyundai SONATA (3 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 9 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1991 HYUNDAI SONATA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.