I have no problem with the LX leather seat but my wife is uncomfortable in
the psgr side. No thigh support. I also have a 2003 elantra with cloth
and she likes those seats fine. Am going to loosen psgr seat bolts, insert
about 3/8 inch washers on the front side which will change the pitch of the
psgr seat and should help the situation. will let youknow how it turns
out!

 

Darby OGill wrote:

> I can't comment on the lx vs. other models, but I agree the LX seats are
> lacking. Its a shame for a car so otherwise competent. The cushiion is too
> short, and the adjustment is too limited for a person my size-6'1", 250 lbs.
> I have found that I have "gotten used to it" though. I like the car a lot,
> but my volvo seats(exquisite) and buick seats (yes buick) seats are much
> better IMO

Both my Chrysler minivan and Chevy pickup (yes, that isn't a typo, my
1994 Chevy Silverado K1500) have better seats than the 06 Sonata. I
don't find the Sonata seats all that bad, but they aren't as comfortable
after an hour as either of my other vehicles.


Matt

 

Darby OGill wrote:

> I can't comment on the lx vs. other models, but I agree the LX seats are
> lacking. Its a shame for a car so otherwise competent. The cushiion is too
> short, and the adjustment is too limited for a person my size-6'1", 250 lbs.
> I have found that I have "gotten used to it" though. I like the car a lot,
> but my volvo seats(exquisite) and buick seats (yes buick) seats are much
> better IMO

Both my Chrysler minivan and Chevy pickup (yes, that isn't a typo, my
1994 Chevy Silverado K1500) have better seats than the 06 Sonata. I
don't find the Sonata seats all that bad, but they aren't as comfortable
after an hour as either of my other vehicles.


Matt

 

Darby OGill wrote:

> I can't comment on the lx vs. other models, but I agree the LX seats are
> lacking. Its a shame for a car so otherwise competent. The cushiion is too
> short, and the adjustment is too limited for a person my size-6'1", 250 lbs.
> I have found that I have "gotten used to it" though. I like the car a lot,
> but my volvo seats(exquisite) and buick seats (yes buick) seats are much
> better IMO

Both my Chrysler minivan and Chevy pickup (yes, that isn't a typo, my
1994 Chevy Silverado K1500) have better seats than the 06 Sonata. I
don't find the Sonata seats all that bad, but they aren't as comfortable
after an hour as either of my other vehicles.


Matt

 

I drive a 2002 XG-350-L and my wife drives a 2002 Camry LE. They both
have leather seats.

There is no comparison in the comfort between the two. Her Camry wins
hands down. I don't think Hyuandai has figured out the human anatomy.

Otherwise, I still like the car. It's just not as comfortable on a
long trip.

 

I drive a 2002 XG-350-L and my wife drives a 2002 Camry LE. They both
have leather seats.

There is no comparison in the comfort between the two. Her Camry wins
hands down. I don't think Hyuandai has figured out the human anatomy.

Otherwise, I still like the car. It's just not as comfortable on a
long trip.

 

I drive a 2002 XG-350-L and my wife drives a 2002 Camry LE. They both
have leather seats.

There is no comparison in the comfort between the two. Her Camry wins
hands down. I don't think Hyuandai has figured out the human anatomy.

Otherwise, I still like the car. It's just not as comfortable on a
long trip.

 

On 28 Feb 2006 08:46:53 -0800, zigipha@hotmail.com wrote:

>I bought a 2006 LX, which has leather seats. I found them uncomfortable
>from day 1 after 15-20 minutes of driving. I tried every adjustmet
>possible but it just doesn't get much better. My complaint is a
>achiness in my back thighs.
>
>I was on a business trip and was offered a sonata to rent. I figured
>what the heck. It was a 2006 GX V6 with cloth seaths. I found these to
>be more comfortable (more in line with my previous car), and did not
>suffer from the aches.
>
>I know the LX is supposed to have "better" seats, but this is one area
>that is subjective and depends on individual body contour. But will the
>lx seats "break in" (the rental had 9k miles), or will I be facing this
>forever?
>
>Are the cushions of the LX and GX the same? or is it the wrapping that
>is making the LX seats appear harder?
>
>Thanks

We have a 2005 Sonata GLS (cloth) and a 2005 XG-350L (Leather). The
Sonata is, indeed, softer, as the leather seats are firmer and have no
give. I first noticed this when we had a 2000 Sonata GLS and roade in
a friend's Kia Optima SE with leather seats. The Optima seats were
too firm to be pleasant to sit in - as compared with the cloth seats
of the 2000 Sonata.

 

On 28 Feb 2006 08:46:53 -0800, zigipha@hotmail.com wrote:

>I bought a 2006 LX, which has leather seats. I found them uncomfortable
>from day 1 after 15-20 minutes of driving. I tried every adjustmet
>possible but it just doesn't get much better. My complaint is a
>achiness in my back thighs.
>
>I was on a business trip and was offered a sonata to rent. I figured
>what the heck. It was a 2006 GX V6 with cloth seaths. I found these to
>be more comfortable (more in line with my previous car), and did not
>suffer from the aches.
>
>I know the LX is supposed to have "better" seats, but this is one area
>that is subjective and depends on individual body contour. But will the
>lx seats "break in" (the rental had 9k miles), or will I be facing this
>forever?
>
>Are the cushions of the LX and GX the same? or is it the wrapping that
>is making the LX seats appear harder?
>
>Thanks

We have a 2005 Sonata GLS (cloth) and a 2005 XG-350L (Leather). The
Sonata is, indeed, softer, as the leather seats are firmer and have no
give. I first noticed this when we had a 2000 Sonata GLS and roade in
a friend's Kia Optima SE with leather seats. The Optima seats were
too firm to be pleasant to sit in - as compared with the cloth seats
of the 2000 Sonata.

 

On 28 Feb 2006 08:46:53 -0800, zigipha@hotmail.com wrote:

>I bought a 2006 LX, which has leather seats. I found them uncomfortable
>from day 1 after 15-20 minutes of driving. I tried every adjustmet
>possible but it just doesn't get much better. My complaint is a
>achiness in my back thighs.
>
>I was on a business trip and was offered a sonata to rent. I figured
>what the heck. It was a 2006 GX V6 with cloth seaths. I found these to
>be more comfortable (more in line with my previous car), and did not
>suffer from the aches.
>
>I know the LX is supposed to have "better" seats, but this is one area
>that is subjective and depends on individual body contour. But will the
>lx seats "break in" (the rental had 9k miles), or will I be facing this
>forever?
>
>Are the cushions of the LX and GX the same? or is it the wrapping that
>is making the LX seats appear harder?
>
>Thanks

We have a 2005 Sonata GLS (cloth) and a 2005 XG-350L (Leather). The
Sonata is, indeed, softer, as the leather seats are firmer and have no
give. I first noticed this when we had a 2000 Sonata GLS and roade in
a friend's Kia Optima SE with leather seats. The Optima seats were
too firm to be pleasant to sit in - as compared with the cloth seats
of the 2000 Sonata.

 

unbolted the seat front and rear, put 3 washers under the front part of the
seat and re-bolted it down. new angle is better!

 

unbolted the seat front and rear, put 3 washers under the front part of the
seat and re-bolted it down. new angle is better!

 

unbolted the seat front and rear, put 3 washers under the front part of the
seat and re-bolted it down. new angle is better!