Hyundai Sonata

MPH HEARTS MPG.

Whether you choose the 200-horsepower* 2.4L GDI engine or the 274-horsepower 2.0T twin-scroll turbo, you get the power you want, with the fuel efficiency you didn’t expect. Opposites really do attract.

* 200 horsepower on SE, 198 ULEV / 190 PZEV on GLS and LIMITED.

DYNAMIC DUO

Sonata engineers decided that instead of creating a 4-cylinder and a 6-cylinder option like the competition, they would simply get more power out of a better, fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engine. The result is two of the most revolutionary engines available.

The Sonata’s 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine is the most powerful naturally aspirated 4-cylinder in its class. Delivering up to 200 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft. of torque, the 2.4L gets a segment-leading 35 miles from every gallon of gas on the highway. This allows it to meet Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) standards, and in some states, a version even qualifies for Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) status.

The Sonata 2.0T is a game-changer. This 4-cylinder twin-scroll turbo pumps out 274 horsepower and 269 lb.-ft. of torque—more than the V6 Camry, Accord and Altima. And at 34 highway MPG, blows them all away on fuel economy as well. Why spring for an expensive, less-economical V6 when you can get more power and better MPG with the 2.0T?

SONATA SE

Endless tweaking transformed the Sonata into the sport-tuned SE. Modified suspension and steering deliver a sportier ride and increased steering response. Larger stabilizer bars reduce body roll and improve handling on curves. A stylish dual exhaust makes the most of either the 2.4L or the 2.0T, while paddle shifters mounted on the leather-wrapped steering wheel put it all at the driver’s fingertips.

Front fog lights, leather-bolstered and cloth insert sport seats, and 18-inch Hyper Silver alloy wheels with performance tires complete the transformation, and Proximity Key entry with push button start mean you can go from admiring it to flooring it in seconds.

FEEL FREE TO JUDGE IT BY THE WAY IT LOOKS.

The first thing you’ll notice is the styling. Raked roofline, shark-fin antenna, sculpted grille—the Sonata has taken the lead in a new wave of Hyundai design called “Fluidic Sculpture”. The California influence is evident in its forward-thinking style, fusing beauty, performance and efficiency in one complete package.

SE AND LIMITED

The SE and Limited add a few touches to the already well-appointed GLS, like a chrome grille and door handles, front fog lights and chrome-tipped dual exhaust(disclaimer: dual exhaust not available on 2.4L Limited). The Limited takes it a step further with side mirror turn-signal indicators that increase visibility and safety.

HIGH-TECH VISIBILITY

Heated side mirrors ward off frost, while solar control windows block UV rays to protect the interior, and you, from the wrath of the sun. The intentionally large windows increase visibility, reduce blind spots and contribute to a feeling of spaciousness and ride comfort for you and your passengers.

AWARDED A ‘TOP SAFETY PICK’ BY THE IIHS.

Thanks to airbags galore, 4-wheel ABS brakes, front and rear crumple zones, and a whole host of modern safety technologies, the Sonata received a 2011 ‘Top Pick’ award from the IIHS. And with a name like the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, you can bet they take their testing very seriously.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

NHTSA analysis estimates that passenger cars equipped with ESC may experience 35% fewer single-vehicle crashes, and 30% fewer single-vehicle fatalities*. ESC sensors measure the difference between a driver’s intended path—when a turn is less or more than intended—and applies appropriate braking force to individual wheels to help regain control. ESC also includes Traction Control System (TCS), which reduces wheelspin when accelerating.

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

By reducing wheelspin in various adverse traction conditions, including inclement weather, Traction Control gives more stable and predictable acceleration characteristics for a more confident, controlled driving experience.