All New 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata front

It seems, Hyundai tired and strongly tends to give the lead. 2011 Hynudai Sonata is more like a luxury car, entry-level than on a traditional sedan, and costs $ 1500 – $ 2500 cheaper than the Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima and Honda Accord of the same configuration. The price for the model will vary from $ 19,915 to $ 28,115, fuel economy of 10.7 liters per 100km in the city and 6.7 liters per 100 km on the highway.

2011 Hyundai Sonata side

Inside and outside the new 2011 Hyundai Sonata looks like a luxury car. Apart from the fact that the car is spacious enough (EPA classifies as a large car than a mid-size), it demonstrates the attention of the manufacturer to detail (much like Lexus): nice design of the instrument panel, climate control like a Volvo and some other features of a luxury car.

But there are also quite inexpensive attributes, such as a plastic panel, for instance, which recalls the low price of the car. And by the way, with regard to cost, the cheapest Sonata GLS is priced at $ 19,915. For comparison, Camry LE average level of the same configuration will cost $ 21600. GLS is offered with all kinds of electronics, handsfree technology Bluetooth, electronic stability control and heated exterior mirrors.

Hyundai expects the majority of buyers will choose the GLS with automatic transmission and a set of Popular Equipment Package, which includes power driver’s seat, alloy wheels, automatic headlights. The price for a model with a complete set is $ 21,665 or $ 1,400 less than the latest Camry LE, at the wheel which I sat.

Even if you choose a top-end Limited, which is offered with leather interior, navigation, panoramic sunroof, stereo system, premium system stop start, front and rear heated seats, it cost only $ 28,115.

The car has a pretty good handling, in addition, it feels comfortable, and he behaves so softly that I could teach a lesson to Mercedes. Nevertheless, Sonata can not be compared with the Mazda6 in terms of driving pleasure, but, of course, the old Sonata was not to compare (or the current Camry, for example). Standard engine Sonata – 2,4-liter four-cylinder unit with direct injection capacity 198 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque (200 hp and 186 Nm at SE).

The engine is paired with a new six-speed automatic gearbox, which will help you easily forget you’re driving a car with four-cylinder engine, at least as long as the gas pedal will not go into the floor – the noise and cold faster return to reality. Although most medium sedans offer a V6 option, Hyundai will offer a turbocharged four-cylinder unit, and soon the hybrid version.

But still, I’ll bet that most people will choose the option Hyundai Sonata 2011 on the 2.4-liter with automatic transmission, as its fuel efficiency is 10.69 l / 100 km in the city and an impressive 6.7 liters per 100 km on the highway. (GLS is available with a six-speed transmission, its fuel economy is 10.69 l / 100 km in the city and 6.7 liters per 100 km on the highway.)