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Summary
If a manufacturer is committed to building confidence in its products, its starts by improving quality and backing it up with a good warranty. That's what Hyundai has done with the Sonata.Yet quality and confidence don't mean much if the product falls short in other respects. The Sonata brings stand-apart styling, a comfortable cabin and decent performance. It's enjoyable to drive and even easier to live with, at a price that sets it apart from other mid-size sedans. If value is a priority, the Hyundai Sonata is absolutely worth a look.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Sonata ($14,999); GLS ($16,999) |
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Engines:
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2.5-liter dohc V-6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, dual front side air bags, front seat belt pretensioners, 5-mph bumpers standard; ABS optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Ulsan, Korea |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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GLS Sedan ($16,999) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, power windows, door locks and mirrors, cruise control, AM/FM with compact disc player, tilt steering wheel, remote release for trunk and fuel filler door, alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Package 13 ($2,575) includes power sun roof, premium stereo with compact disc player and cassette, leather package with power driver's seat, antilock brakes (ABS) with traction control |
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Destination Charge:
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435 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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20009 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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170 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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166 @4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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20/27 |
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Wheelbase:
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106.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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185.4/71.6/55.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.8/59.8 |
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Turning circle:
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27.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.3/55.9/43.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.6/54.3/36.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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13.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Double wishbone |
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Suspension, r:
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multi-link |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3107 |
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Tires:
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P205/60HR15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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17.2 |
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