Hyundai Sonata

Interior:

The contemporary exterior layout of Hyundai Sonata gives you prepossessing insight of its cabin. Its redesigned indoors are made attractive by adding new perks to the overall layout by packing it up with advanced technologies, utility segments and entertainment features. Keeping in mind driver's best-seating position, dashboard, utility switches and steering wheel are set in harmony with each other in a way that you need not stretch an extra inch while sitting on the driver's seat. In addition, steering wheel is mounted with audio remote control and cruise control switches that promotes safety aspect and simplify handling of the wheel. The interior trim comes packed in beige, black or brown colored seats as per your choice and variant you pick. 4.2-inch color TFT LCD display gives you necessary information like fuel economy, speed, control lights and more. Thus, its interiors are equipped with all the features that will make you appreciate this car.

Interior Comfort:

Packed in plenty of comfort features for driver and co-passengers is the specialty of Hyundai Sonata. The very-well deserved driver seat has got special attention in terms of reduced weariness & exhaustion. It is made especially as low elastic made headrest, increased depth of the seat from sides for support and comfort. Also, front and rear seats are appointed with heating function that can be easily operated via the buttons. Air ventilation has been provided for rear seat passengers also along with the front cabin vents. Auto defogging system removes mist & moisture and cleanses the glass automatically for clear vision of the driver. IMS (Integrated memory system) keeps the status updated of your favorite seating position and outside mirrors. In case, if you want more privacy/ relief from scorching sunrays you can take use of electric backlite curtain at the touch of a button.

Interior Measurements:

Coming to the cargo volume segment, you have 510-litres of boot space as per standard seating configuration of rear seats. This can be further extended via arranging backseats in the ratio of 60/40. Also, it is worthy to note that you need not require manual input opening the boot lid, just stand there for 3 seconds carrying smart key in the pocket and it'll automatically open.

Stereo and Accessories:

This segment is the essence of our lives as well of any car in the class. It is for sure you will not get bored sitting inside Hyundai Sonata. It is packed in basic audio system integrated with radio, CD, MP3 player and Bluetooth connectivity through which you can play your favorite tunes anytime you feel like hearing. The system also enables streaming of music by connecting your devices via auxiliary, USB jack and iPod connectors. The premium music surround system features 4 speakers, 2 tweeters, front centre and rear sub-woofers that tend you to tap feet in sync with the rhythm. Also, Sonata facilitates navigation feature that can be operated via an 8-inch touch screen molded on the dashboard.

Exterior:

The all-new Hyundai Sonatas’ exteriors have been completely refurbished in 'modish' penny plain design. Sculpted in less curves and complicated design, it has immense power of concentration. The cynosure of the attraction is its sweeping rear profile that flows in single streak from roof line to boot-lid gate. Also, the front facade is embraced in the presence of chrome-finish wide radiator grille along with bright young lamp molding on either sides of the grille. The high set of LED rear combination lamps and LED high-mounted stop lamp (HMSL) hinges with the quirky silhouette of Hyundai Sonata and reduces energy consumption. In addition, puddle lamps integrated with outside side mirrors keep your passengers safe while moving out of the vehicle in dark.

Exterior Measurements:

This mid-size sedan may appear smaller in size but still its overall length and associated wheelbase is large enough to accommodate passengers in extreme comfort. The standard dimensions of Sonata stand out to be 4855 x 1865 x 1475mm (L x W x H) and the wheelbase provided measures 2805mm.

Wheels:

Hyundai Sonata is employed with 18-inch alloy wheels and tires of measurement 235/45 R18 that increases the grip of vehicle on uneven road surface and efficiently transfers the power on road.

Mileage and Fuel economy:

The advanced engines of Hyundai Sonata are capable enough to give out more power and at the same time more mileage. The revolutionary Hyundai Sonata engine start/stop system avoids use of extra fuel tank, has been installed in the car and is favorable for your pocket as well as the environment. The advanced 2.4-litre gasoline fuel engine delivers an average fuel economy of 8.0 l/100km.

Engine and Performance:

Hyundai Sonata is offered to its customers equipped in an advanced gasoline engine that delivers significant power results. All the variants of this car are coupled with 6-speed automatic transmission that smoothen gear shifts and henceforth durability of the engine. 2.4-litre DOHC Theta II engine gives out maximum power output of 178 PS at 6000 rpm alongwith the peak torque of 242 Nm at 4000 rpm.

Power:

When it comes to power, Hyundai Sonata doesn't disappoint. It is offered in engine house equipped in gasoline power-trains – 2.4 DOHC Theta II that generates maximum power output of 178 PS at 6000 rpm alongwith the peak torque of 242 Nm at 4000 rpm.

Acceleration & Pickup:

Hyundai Sonata offers a decent acceleration. With the 2.4-litre engine, you can achieve 0-100 km/hr mark in mere 9.9 seconds and can clock a top speed of an astounding 205 km/hr. These figures are adequate keeping in mind that Sonata is a family car and not a gushing sports car.

Braking and Handling:

For better handling and braking of this car, it comes outfitted in front McPherson strut type suspension and rear multi-link suspension that retains stability of the car. This suspension system keeps your vehicle firm driving at high speeds, taking turns and rolling rugged surfaces. Although, you can also switch to drive mode control system that features 3 different modes – normal, sports and eco. You can simply press the button and traverse in your favorite mode depending upon the driving layout. Besides, Antilock braking system (ABS) works side-by-side giving you superior handling even on the roughest terrains restricting the wheels from getting inter-locked.

Safety and Security:

Hopping up to the safety segment, it is notable that base structure of this car is made in advance high strength steel (AHSS) that absorbs maximum collision energy in case of any fatality and even distributes it to minimum distorted parts. Electronic stability control (ESC) keeps regular check on the entire mechanical segment including brakes, power and steering. When emergency brakes are applied, ESC prevents vehicle from skidding and keep it balanced. Blind spot detection (BSD) aware the driver for cross-traffic and vehicles running parallel on the road using radars & sensors technology. Acting for passive safety, this car is packed with front side airbags, front and rear curtain airbags and driver & passengers airbag. Other safety aspects laden in this car includes static bending lights (SBL), hill-start assist control (HAC), electric parking brake (EPB), electronic chromic mirror (ECM), rain sensor, aero blade wipers, rear parking sensors, amplitude selective shock absorber and much more.