Styled at Hyundai’s Irvine, California, studio, the Sonata 2011 is really a fresh design that can take a couple of subtle cues in the Subaru Legacy and Volkswagen CC.
Slightly bigger compared to existing Sonata, the Sonata 2011 feels substantially roomier inside. Special attention continues to be compensated to materials and design, that is substantially more upmarket than before.
Underhood, the Theta II gasoline direct-injection 2.4-liter four creates 198 horsepower (knocked as much as a level 200 ponies about the sportier SE trim level) and 184 lb-foot. of torque yet provides an believed class-leading 35 mpg on the road using the optional six-speed automatic transmission (a six-speed manual is standard about the base GLS). No matter transmission, the Sonata 2011 is anticipated to become ranked at 23 mpg within the city, however the manual is going to be ranked at 34 mpg on the road.
The 16-valve four-cylinder features continuously variable valve timing and variable induction and Hyundai states that some marketplaces will receive a PZEV variant. Unlike the outgoing model, Hyundai states it doesn’t plan to provide a six-cylinder powertrain — but Hyundai has both a couple.-liter Turbo model along with a hybrid model.
Hyundai will offer you the all-new Sonata 2011 in three trim levels, each offering a number of optional equipment packages. For $750, the GLS automatic could be optioned using the Popular Equipment Package, which adds 16-inch alloy wheels, a energy driver’s chair with adjustable lumbar, upgraded interior trim and automatic mind lamps. Another $950 adds a navigation system and premium audio upgrade.
The GLS gives method to the SE, which adds a middling two horsepower but additionally 18-inch alloy wheels, unique dark chrome exterior touches, fog lights, dual exhaust, an activity-updated suspension and steering combination, closeness entry with push-button start along with a leather-wrapped controls and gear knob. The SE only comes using the automatic and begins at $22,595. An additional $2,600 adds a moonroof, navigation and premium audio.
After that, the Limited adds leather seats, dual zone automatic heating and cooling, automatic-dimming mirror with compass, Compact disc changer, HD radio, upgraded audio, 17-inch alloy wheels, moonroof, exterior mirror-mounted turn signals, upgraded interior trim and rear chair vents. The Limited has the standard 198-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder and begins at $25,295. Another $2,100 adds a package which includes navigation, a rear backup camera and Infinity-top quality loudspeakers.
Hyundai is particularly happy with the trio of audio systems customized towards the all-new Sonata 2011. GLS and SE models have an AM/FM/Compact disc player with six loudspeakers and XM capacity, however they will offer you a Dimension-top quality premium system having a touch-screen navigation. Limited models come standard using the Dimension sound system along with a Compact disc changer but provide a 400-watt Infinity sound system.