Starting MSRP $19,195 – $25,295
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata is a midsize sedan that has been redesigned with styling reminiscent of the Mercedes-Benz CLS and increased gas mileage.
The Sonata now features a wide chrome grille and long, thin headlights that run into the fenders. The chrome trim has been extended from the the bottom of the windows to the headlights.
The base GLS trim level comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels with hubcaps. The Limited version has 17-inch alloy wheels. The SE has 18-inch alloy wheels.
The base GLS trim level comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels with hubcaps. The Limited version has 17-inch alloy wheels. The SE has 18-inch alloy wheels.
The Sonata had updated the interior with the 2009 model and began using better materials. But, the interior design of the 2011 model is all-new. But, unfortunately, the faux wood and silver accents in the middle of the dash on the Limited model does not seem up to the standards of the new refinement.
The sloping and sleek new exterior design, while classy looking, has reduced the headroom in the backseat.
The sloping and sleek new exterior design, while classy looking, has reduced the headroom in the backseat.
The Hyundai Sonata is powered by a 198-hp, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that's paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 4-cylinder features direct injection for better gas mileage, more power and lower emissions. A turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and a hybrid model are coming later in 2010.
Six airbags are standard, as are active front head restraints, an electronic stability system with traction control, and antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.
Six airbags are standard, as are active front head restraints, an electronic stability system with traction control, and antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
The Sonata Hybrid combines a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder with a 30-kilowatt electric motor for a total output of 209 hp, which is slightly more than the base 4-cylinder Sonata's output. Gas mileage is expected to be 37/39 mpg city/highway.
The Sonata now has a large, hexagonal front air dam; unique headlights and taillights; new side sills; and the requisite hybrid badges. An LCD screen around the gauges shows the energy flow between the various drivetrain components, as well as indicators for electric mode, battery charge and gas mileage.
Hyundai Sonata Turbo
The Sonata 2.0T has a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that creates 274 hp and 269 pounds-feet of torque. The Sonata Turbo gets a fuel-efficient 22/34 mpg city/highway without the need of premium gasoline. The 2.0T has a 6-speed automatic transmission, 18-inch wheels, steering-wheel paddle shifters and dual tailpipes. The 2.0T comes in either SE or Limited trim levels. The Limited 2.0T has a panoramic moonroof.
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