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1993 Hyundai Sonata Base 5MT

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1993 Hyundai Sonata – front Unverified
Photo: '88-'89 Hyundai Sonata GLS (Front) by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (Y2, 1989–1993); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: '88-'89 Hyundai Sonata GLS (Front) by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1991 Hyundai Sonata Y2 PE (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Hyundai Sonata GLS 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Hyundai Sonata Pin Generation by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: '88-'89 Hyundai Sonata GLS (Rear) by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1993 Hyundai Sonata Base 5MT is a 126-hp inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $12,804 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 126 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Sonata measures 184.3 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,723 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$12,804 ($28,798 *)
Engine
Engine TypeSirius G4CP 2.0L DOHC inline-4, MPI, naturally aspirated
Horsepower126 hp
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke85 x 88
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length184.3 in
Width68.9 in
Height55.4 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Cargo Volume14 ft³
Curb Weight2,723 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.5 in
Headroom Rear37.4 in
Legroom Front42.9 in
Legroom Rear37.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1993 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

27 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1993 Hyundai SONATA

Owner Complaints

27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Hyundai SONATA (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Power Train9
Electrical System6
Steering4
Hydraulic2
Seat Belts2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 24, 2005 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“DT: JUST BOUGHT THE VEHICLE USED AND IT STARTED SMOKING. ALSO, FLUID WAS COMING OUT OF IT, HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO BROTHER'S HOUSE. DEALER HASDNOT LOOKED AT VEHICLE. *AK”
Feb 19, 2001 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“THE ENGINE SMOKES ON START UP AND THE LIFTERS RATTLE AND KNOCK WAS IN AND OUT OF THE DEALERSHIP FOR MONTHS. EVERY 850+ MILES BURNS A QUART OF OIL WAS TOLD THAT THE WAY THAT ENGINE WORKS.THE CAR WAS…”
Jan 26, 2001 · Seat Belts
“ACTUALLY A QUESTION RE A CURRENT RECALL: 93V196000. I'M GETTING A RUNAROUND FROM HYUNDAI. THEY SAY MY VIN IS FOR A CANADIAN VEHICLE (?) AND SO THEY CAN'T ASSIST WITH THE SEAT BELT TRACKING PROBLEM. I…”
Nov 6, 2000 · Steering, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
“BRAKE SYSTEM REPLACED AT PURCHASE BECAUSE OF SLOW REACTION AND NOISE, TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON HILL IN 5 O'CLOCK TRAFFIC, VALVE SEALS REPLACED AFTER CAR CONTINUALLY BLEW SMOKE FROM BURNING THE OIL…”
Oct 16, 2000 · Steering, Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
“HAVE REPLACED TRANSMISSION, FRONT CAM, LIFTERS, ROCKER, TIMING BELT, CATALYTIC CONVERTER, POWER STEERING PUMP, VALVE SEALS, WATER PUMP, THERMOSTAT, BRAKES. TO BE REPAIRED ENGINE-WISE: REAR CAM, DRIVE…”

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 1993 HYUNDAI SONATA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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