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  • Hyundai Sonata

    Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled the design of the new SONATA, which marks the eighth generation of the midsize sedan. The new model features a sportier design than its predecessor, with a low-slung and elegant profile, more aggressive styling, and advanced technology. The updated exterior design is based on Hyundai’s “Sensuous Sportiness” philosophy and takes a fresh approach to the four-door coupe concept.

    The new SONATA boasts an N Line-based exterior design that conveys a sports coupe style with a long hood, low front-end, and fastback roof line. The horizontal front-end layout integrates Hyundai’s signature Seamless Horizon Lamp, hidden headlamps, wide grille, and air intake, giving the vehicle a more dynamic and aggressive appearance. At the rear, the new H-lights emphasize the car’s high-tech image and wide stance.

    The interior of the new SONATA features a driver-centric layout that matches the sporty exterior design and implements a future mobility sensibility with high-tech details to support modern lifestyles. The panoramic curved display, for the first time in a Hyundai model, combines both the 12.3-inch driver information clusters and 12.3-inch AVN infotainment system in a modern and simple dashboard layout that emphasizes the horizontal lines and creates a sense of expanded space. The interior features tasteful color combinations to enhance the sense of sportiness and premium character.

    Overall, the new SONATA presents a dynamic and progressive new model that embodies Hyundai’s “Sensuous Sportiness” design philosophy. Its exterior design exudes “The Sportiness” with sharp, linear elements and clean, supple surfaces, while the interior creates a futuristic mood with a “floating” theme and high-tech details that cater to modern lifestyles. The new SONATA is a significant upgrade from its predecessor and promises to deliver a more advanced and enjoyable driving experience.

  • Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid win a 5-star rating from NHTSA

    2020 Hyundai Sonata SEL 910 - Front AngleAll-new Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid have achieved the highest five-star safety rating from NHTSA. After attaining high scores from each of the rating categories in the latest tests, both models demonstrated enhanced rigidity and flexibility as it comes to safety and its manifestation in real-life conditions.

    2020 Sonata Overview

    This is the eighth-generation Sonata and unlike its predecessors, this new family member features Hyundai’s Sensuous Sportiness design concept philosophy and comes with a revised Smartstream 2.5-liter GDI power unit and segment-first technology that allows for enhanced personalization options.

    Safety features

    New Sonata maximizes occupant safety through a range of active and passive safety features and brand’s latest SmartSense advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), which includes:

    • Nine airbags
    • Advanced Assistance System
    • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (standard)
    • Lane Keeping Assist (standard)
    • Advanced Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (standard)
    • Highway Driving Assist (optional)
    • Additional convenience technologies

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    New Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid also come with Touch Sensor Outside Door Handles. These goodies increase the ease of use and further refine the design. In order to lock the door, the driver needs only to touch the sensor on the outside of the handle. By doing so, a larger sensor is activated and thus the door is being opened.

    Remote Start

    2020 Hyundai Sonata SEL - Rear Angle

    This one has been part of the Hyundai Blue Link system for years. It works by using a cellular data connection in order to warm up or cool down the vehicle when it is out of sight of the owner. In order to make the system even more efficient, Hyundai engineers added Remote Start to the key fob – this allows a remote start to be performed when the vehicle is within the owner’s line of sight.

    Performance and Chassis

    The all-new Sonata is the first model in Hyundai’s lineup to feature the brand’s third-generation vehicle platform. It offers even more flexibility for vehicle development across numerous segments and enables massive innovations in design to be applied, all along with improvements in safety, efficiency, and driving performance.

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    Source: Hyundai 

  • Kelley Blue Book awards new Sonata with 2020 Best Auto Tech Award

    2020 Hyundai Sonata The all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata has been awarded the 2020 Best Auto Tech Award by Kelley Blue Book. The award helps shoppers identify the models with the best use of in-car technology at a reasonable price. Best Auto Tech Award also honors the vehicle with the most infotainment, convenience and active safety features.

    New Hyundai Sonata offers tons of advanced technology and digital enhancements that altogether rival those on vehicles at double the price. This contemporary midsize sedan takes a different approach, compared to its predecessors and showcases Hyundai’s Sensuous Sportiness design concept.

    Furthermore, the eighth-generation Hyundai Sonata uses the extensive application of next-gen technologies that boost the overall comfort, convenience, safety and the overall pleasure of driving. What is new about this model is the Digital Key Technology – it allows the vehicle to be unlocked, started and driven without the use of a physical key. The new Digital Key can be utilized by up to four authorized users – they can also store their individual settings in such a way that the vehicle can instantly recognize every single one by a single push of a button.

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    Additionally, Sonata offers advanced comfort and convenience features as standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, and an 8-inch LCD monitor. The vehicle comes with brand’s SmartSense advanced driver assistance systems that include Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Following Assist, Advanced Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Rear Occupant Alert and Driver Attention Warning. Optionally, every model can be specified with Blind View Monitor, Highway Drive Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist and Remote Smart Parking Assist – which in certain limited situations enables your Hyundai to park itself with a push of your Smart Key Button.

    2020 Hyundai Sonata has a starting price of $23,600 and is available at dealerships across the US.

    Source: Hyundai 

  • 2020 Hyundai Sonata receives a prestigious award!

    2020 Hyundai SonataHyundai Sonata was named “Sedan of the Show” by the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA) at the 49th annual Miami International Auto Show. The recognition was given at the association’s annual auto show luncheon and awards presentation at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Determined by a jury team consisting of industry leading automotive journalists, Hyundai Sonata was up against the 2020 Cadillac CT4.

    SAMA presents is awards during its annual luncheon on the opening day of the Miami International Auto Show. A panel of SAMA members walked the floor of the show prior to opening in order to review the vehicles and choose the models that would receive the prestigious prizes.

    As you might know, Sonata remains Hyundai’s longest-standing and most-successful model, offering a bold and distinctive design, numerous advanced technologies and next-gen of safety features. In fact, Sonata is also the first sedan to showcase brand’s latest Sensous Sportiness design language. The vehicle showcases a sporty body language and emotional and stylish curves and lines at the same time.

    Furthermore, the latest Sonata is the first model to be based on Hyundai’s innovative vehicle platform, which delivers improvements in overall driving performance. New Sonata uses extensive application of advanced technologies that altogether boost comfort, convenience and active safety.

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    The vehicle has begun production at the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA). Pricing and additional details will soon be announced.

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  • Hyundai Sonata and Le Fil Rouge Concept receive recognition from IDEA

    2020 Hyundai Sonata Concept The new 2020 Hyundai Sonata and Le Fil Rouge Concept have been awarded as finalists at the 2019 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). As you know, IDEA honors design excellence and overall adaptive and futuristic engineering concepts.

    2020 Sonata features a distinct tension on the side that harmoniously blends elegant body lines and aerodynamic frame. Concave and convex forms also contribute to the overall sexy and sleek design. However, what makes Sonata stand out from the crowd is the overall wide, long and layered hood, low-hanging stance and sleek roofline.

    On the other hand, Le Fil Rogue concept is an interpretation of Hyundai’s sporty design spirit, which first introduced back in 1974 with the unveiling of Coupe Concept Car, created by the famous Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro. Le Fil Rouge comes with neat proportions, muscular stance and tons of technology features.

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    IDEA is a premier international design competition that recognizes design excellence across wide array of industries and disciplines. Organized by the Industrial Designers Society of America, submissions are judged according to criteria such as Design Innovation, Benefit to the User, Benefit to the Client, Benefit to Society and Appropriate Aesthetics.

    2020 Hyundai Le Fil Rouge Concept

    Source: Hyundai 

  • Hyundai presents new solar roof technology with 2020 Sonata lineup

    2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Hyundai Motor launches its first vehicle with a solar roof charging system. This is considered a groundbreaking eco-friendly technology that would provide vehicles with additional power and fuel efficiency. This system makes its debut with the new Sonata Hybrid and will support the vehicle’s electric power source.

    The solar roof includes a structure of silicon solar panels and is able to charging of up to 60 percent of the battery per day. With six hours of daily charging, we do expect that the traveling distance will expand with additional 1,300km annually.

    What this system is comprised of are a solar panel and a controller. Electricity is produced when the solar energy activates the panel’s surface, which converts the energy by using photons of light from the sun. This process creates electric-hole pairs in silicon cells that generate electricity. Although it sounds like a technology taken from a sci-fi movie, it is completely real and as it seems it works just fine.

    Although the solar roof plays a supporting role, it opens up possibilities for additional upgrades and optimizations.

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    It is super cool to see how brands evolve and adapt to contemporary demands. By incorporating technology like this one, Hyundai team showcases that the future of automobiles is cleaner that we thought.

    Source: Hyundai 

  • Hyundai announces details for its third-gen Vehicle Platform. Check it out!

    2019 Hyundai Sonata Third Generation Platform Hyundai Motor team announced that the new third-generation vehicle platform will be integrated in the latest Sonata model. The vehicle is scheduled to go on sale later in March and will feature tons of improvements and upgrades, compared to predecessor models.

    This new platform is expected to improve the market competitiveness of new Sonata and other future models. In team’s own words, the machine will come with greater flexibility, efficiency and power. Let’s check out more!

    In fact, the latest generation Sonata will also offer reduced weight and improved fuel efficiency, while it will retain this stronger durability with the new platform. It also allows new Hyundai to incorporate sporty and stylish design elements. Neat!

    2019 Hyundai Sonata Third Generation Platform

    All-new Sonata will also come with improved power and driving capabilities. It has been developed for working in perfect harmony with the new Smartstream Powertrain. This means that the drivetrain system will benefit from improved air flow and overall excellent engine performance rates.

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    Furthermore, stability is enhanced by lowering the position of heavy equipment in the platform, which reduces weight and lowers the center of gravity. In addition, it enables precise handling and expands lateral stiffness and positioning for the wheel center. It also provides stabile and balanced driving performance by implementing tire-optimization technology.

    2019 Hyundai Sonata Third Generation Platform

    And all this is achieved by changing the vehicle platform! Outstanding!

    Source: Hyundai 

     

  • Hyundai Releases Special Value Edition Upgrade Packages

    2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport Hyundai Sonata lineup will receive countless improvements and additional features, thanks to the all-new Value Edition packages on the 2016 Sonata Sport trim. The pack will be offered for less than $1000 and do add incredible levels of comfort and performance features.

    Only some of these goodies include conventional sunroof and proximity hey with push-button start; segment-first technology Hands-free Smart Trunk, numerous interior improvements as sporty seats, leather and cloth inserts, heated front seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.

    As we all know, Hyundai Sonata lineup continues to prove itself worthy among fans and critics and with the stylish and functional appearance, this sweetie becomes even more appealing.

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    2016 Sonata Sport is visually different and offers unique front fascia and grille, side shock panels, chrome-tipped dual exhaust and distinctive 17-inch alloy wheels. Further goodies include LED daytime running lights, 8-way power driver seat with lumbar support, 7-inch Display Audio system with Android Auto operating system and rear view camera. And the already available Value Edition pack will further enhance the quality and functionality of the vehicle with additional features and goodies.

    Already available, the new Value Edition pack will offer some upgrades even for the current Premium and Tech packages on Sonata Sport.

    Source: Hyundai 

  • Hyundai Starts Selling 2016 Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Across the United States

    Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Front and Side View2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle is the next PHEV vehicle, which you can find in the dealerships. It has arrived this weekend in select showrooms across the United States, offering competitive price and exceptional 27-mile all-electric range.

    The details and benefits of this car start with Sonata Plug-in Hybrid’s 9.8 kWh lithium polymer battery system. It is around five times larger than the Sonata Hybrid’s battery, thus helping in achieving 99 MPGe. What is more, the battery system can be charged via an external electric power source using either a Level-One 120V power outlet. And it all takes less than nine hours or a Level-Two 240V charging station in under three hours, to make a full charge.

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    Continuing to the 2.0-liter Nu four-cylinder GDI engine, it is connected to a 50kW electric motor. This combination makes it possible for the PHEV to produce a total system output of 202 horsepower (149 kW) at 6,000 rpm.

    Standard and Optional Features

    Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Rear View and Charging

    The standard equipment for 2016 includes various goodies like 17-inch Eco-spoke alloy wheels, hands-free Smart Trunk, Dimension premium audio system, 8-inch touchscreen navigation and Blind Spot Detection System with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.

    In addition, Hyundai engineers added a lot of safety technologies such as Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Automatic High Beam Assist and rear parking sensors. If these standard features are not enough then you can opt for the optional electronic parking brake with automatic vehicle hold, driver memory seat, heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, power front seats with 4-way adjustable driver lumbar and Smart Cruise Control.

    Owners can also charge car’s battery remotely via their smartphone have and schedule the specific charging time by setting a date and hour  in order to take advantage of off-peak electric rates.

    2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid has a starting price of $34,600 USD.

    2016 Sonata Plug-in Hybrid MSRP Net MSRP with Federal Tax Incentive*
    • Sonata Plug-in Hybrid
    • $34,600
    • $29,681
    • Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Limited
    • $38,600
    • $33,681
    Eligible for a *$4,919 federal tax credit based on class-leading 9.8 kWh battery capacity. Additional local incentives also may be available depending on the state of residency.

    Source: Hyundai 

  • 2016 Hyundai Sonata Is Almost Here!

    2016 Hyundai Sonata After its launch last year, the seventh-generation Sonata has gained incredible popularity and even received prestigious prizes. The vehicle is named “Best Midsize Car for the Money” by U.S. News & World Report and even “Most Affordable Midsize Sedan” by prestigious companies.

    And now, for 2016, Sonata will include more features for its interior, starting with the 7-inch color touch screen Display Audio System, Android Auto and Rear Camera. How cool is that? Furthermore, the vehicle is geared with sunroof on the Sport and Limited trims.

    There are also some visual enhancements to the Limited model which include a kind of more aggressive-looking front bumper and a 3-bar grille, fresh 17-inch alloy wheels and woodgrain pattern interior trim. Cool, right? But this is not all. The vehicle will also reduce unsprung weight and improve handling with additional aluminum components instead of steel ones. And the steering knuckle and the lower control arm and the assist arm are also aluminum.

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    And with the nice weight reduction, the 2016 Hyundai Sonata will continue the well-known drivetrain affair. The model is geared with the 2.4-liter Theta II GDI unit with a total output of 185 hp (136 kW) and 178 lb.ft. of torque for the SE, Limited and Sport models. On the other hand, there is a 2.0-liter Theta II turbocharged GDI and Limited 2.0T units that produce 245 hp (180 kW) and 260 lb. ft. of torque. And there are also some minor changes for the 2016 models. For example, the smaller turbine and compressor wheel. This slight change contributes to better responsiveness and more torque in the low RPM range. Both the engines are paired to a six-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic gearbox.

    And the standard equipment includes remote keyless entry, body color heated exterior power mirrors, LED Daytime Running Lights, Cruise Control and a special Bluetooth hands-free phone system. There are also optional premium features like the HID Xenon headlights, panoramic sunroof and 10-speaker Infinity 400-watt audio system.

    It sounds good, right? What do you think about the new Sonata?

    Source: Hyundai

  • Hyundai Sonata Celebrates 30th Anniversary!

    Hyundai celebrates the 30th anniversary for the Sonata mid-size sedan. The vehicle has been first debuted in 1985 in Korea and since then plays important role in Hyundai’s growth and reputation. The brand has sold more than 7.3 million Sonata vehicles and since its debut the Sonata is one of the most loved and anticipated family vehicles all around the world. And when it comes to US customers, Sonata was first introduced in 1988 and marked one of Hyundai’s most important market expansions in brand’s history. And since the debut on American land, Hyundai has sold more than 2.3 million vehicles, that include alomost 80, 000 Sonata Hybrid units since 2011. And for the brand’s celebration we decided to show you different Sonata models, that have been demonstrated throughout all the 30 years of Sonata’s history.And here there are. All the Sonata generations:

    1st Generation Sonata (1985)

    The First Generation Sonata was built by in-house design teams and it started the Sonata legacy. Why? Because it sold more than 1 million units in Korea only. Impressive start for an impressive model.

    2nd Generation Sonata (1988)

    The Second Generation brings different features. The biggest one is the front-wheel drive. Unlike the 1st Generation, the 1988 version focuses on enhanced interior and luggage volume expansion. Other changes include the more organic and aerodynamic design. And for this model there is one interesting fact. This is the generation, that adopts the redesigned Hyundai logo, that was launched in 1991.

    3rd Generation Sonata (1993)

    1990s are a special decade. This is a decade of changes and embracing fresh ideas. Some of you might remember, that besides everything, that happened in the 90s, one of the most interesting changes was the embrace of digital technologies.  And the Hyundai team saw wonderful possibility for brand’s development. The 3rd generation Sonata is geared with numerous advanced features, that include automatic side mirrors, anti-lock braking system and many more.

    4th Generation Sonata (1998)

    The 4th generation was the best-selling model in Korea from February 1999 to August 2000. This generation was equipped with impressive in-house engine and a Hyundai Intelligent Vehicle Electronic Control (HIVEC) transmission.  It was also the highest-scoring sedan in the 2004 J.D. Power Initial Quality Survey in US.

    5th Generation Sonata (2004)

    This generation has the ambition to be a world-class mid-size sedan. It adopts European design theme and offers premium features and incredible drive experience. The 5th Generation brings incredible features and has wonderful media and customer feedback.

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    6th Generation Sonata (2009)

    This Generation adopts the industry-leading Fluidic Sculpture design concept. It is muscular, beautiful and powerful. This Generation comes with great flexibility and power efficiency. This is by far the best-selling Hyundai model and the most recognizable one. In 2010 There was introduced a Hybrid model, based on the 6th Generation.

    7th Generation Sonata (2014)

    By far, this is the latest Generation. The vehicle is further upgraded and tuned to bring the well-know Fluidic Sculpture design and improved performance. Furthermore, Sonata offers expanded options of engine models. In fact, recently in 2015 Sonata Plug-In Hybrid was introduced in North America. So, here they are. All the generations so far. We congratulate Hyundai brand and wish them even greater improvements and expansions! Source: Hyundai

     

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  • Art and High-Performance Blend in John Pangilinan’s SEMA-based Sonata [VIDEO]

    John-Pangilinan-Hyundai-Sonata-THUMBAt the SEMA show we are used to see Hyundai displaying a range of exceptional custom vehicles. For this year the company is set to raise the standards even more by blending art and performance … literally. The embodiment of this philosophy is John Pangilinan’s SEMA based Sonata, which strives to change the perception of what the regular sedan is by combining high performance driving dynamics with the striking visuals of Los Angeles street art.

    The design vision for the JP Edition Sonata is included in details in the video below. It is called “Hyundai SEMA 2014: Meet the Builders” and it shows how it is possible to build the connection between the fashion and street art and the tons of horsepower.

    JP Edition Sonata keeps the stock white paintwork as the visual base. In this way, John Pangilinan wanted to represent a blank white canvas, upon which he would create his work of art. The artist has worked together with Flexfit | BSCMP and Mr. 44 – a renowned Los Angeles-based street artist. The result is exceptional: the trio was able to create a Sonata that reflects a union between equally passionate street art and auto-enthusiast cultures.

    In addition, the Sonata also got a performance boost via the added AEM cold air intake, a MagnaFlow exhaust kit and a hot charge pipe from Bisimoto engineering. The chassis has also been changed with the addition of KW coilovers.

    LTMW wide body and lip kit make the JP Sonata more aggressive. The same effect is additionally strengthened with the exclusive 19 inch RAYS Gram Lights 57Getter wheels wrapped in Toyo R888 tires.

    Inside, the tuning consists only in the substitution of the standard seats with Recaro cross sportster seats and the addition of BP Auto Sound with Alpine and Scosche electronics, which we definitely don’t find enough for a project which is to be exhibited at SEMA.

    Don’t miss to check out what inspires these tuning veterans to build this Hyundai car for the SEMA show. Are they missing something and will their work be as successful as they claim? Leave your thoughts below in the comment section and stay tuned for more details around this project!

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    JP Hyundai Sonata Specifications:

    ENGINE MODIFICATIONS:

    • AEM Cold Air Intake
    • MagnaFlow Exhaust
    • Bisimoto Hot Charge Pipe

    CHASSIS/SUSPENSION MODIFICATIONS

    • Progress Sport Springs
    • RAYS Gram Lights 57Getter Wheels (19 x 9.5-in. Front, 19 x 10.5-in. Rear)
    • Toyo Tires Proxes R888 (245/40 R19 Front, 295/35 R19 Rear)

    INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

    • Custom Widebody and Lip Kit by LTMW
    • Custom Vinyl Art by Mr. 44
    • The Retrofit Source and Retrofit House Custom JP Edition Headlights with VLEDs

    INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

    • RECARO Cross Sportster Seats
    • Bisimoto Custom-Fabricated Seat Brackets
    • Katzkin Re-Upholstery Leather Seats
    • Alpine Electronics System built by BP Autosound
    • Scosche Electronics
    • V-LEDs Lighting

    Video Source: YouTube

    Source: Hyundai