The 2007 Hyundai Sonata moves the brand closer to Honda, Toyota and Nissan, and competes for buyers considering Ford or Chevrolet. There's nothing unique or especially exciting about driving the new Sonata, save for the fact it's a Hyundai. By that yardstick, and what that portends for shoppers in the class, it's a blast.
NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from San Francisco.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
Model Lineup:
Hyundai Sonata GLS ($17,195); SE ($20,995); Limited ($22,995)
Engines:
3.3-liter dohc 24-valve V6
Transmissions:
5-speed Shiftronic automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):
driver and front-seat passenger dual-stage frontal airbags; front-seat side-impact airbags; front- and rear-seat side curtain airbags; electronic stability control with traction control; antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution; front-seat active head restraints; 3-point seatbelts at all five seating positions; child safety seat anchors (LATCH)
Saftey Equipment (optional):
none
Basic Warranty:
5 years/60,000 miles
Assembled In:
Montgomery, Alabama
Specifications As Tested
Model Tested (MSRP):
Hyundai Sonata SE ($20,995)
Standard Equipment:
air conditioning; AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six speakers; power locks, outside mirrors and windows; cruise control;; tilt steering wheel; remote keyless entry; trip computer; fog lights; 17-inch alloy wheels
Options As Tested (MSRP):
Premium Package ($1950) includes 8-way power driver's seat; power tilt/slide glass sunroof; auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with, HomeLink programmable garage door/security system remote and compass; premium audio with subwoofer and amplifier
Destination Charge:
600
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):
23545
Layout:
front-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
234 @ 6000
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
226 @ 3500
Transmission:
5-speed Shiftronic automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
20/30
Wheelbase:
107.4
Length/width/height:
188.9/72.1/58.0
Track, f/r:
62.0/61.4
Turning circle:
35.8
Seating capacity:
5
Head/hip/leg room, f:
40.1/55.5/43.7
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:
38.2/55.3/37.4
Cargo volume:
16.3
Payload:
Towing capacity:
2000
Suspension, f:
independent, double wishbones, coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar
Suspension, r:
independent, multi-link, coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar
Ground clearance:
6.3
Curb weight:
3458
Tires:
P225/50R17
Brakes, f/r:
disc/disc with ABS and EBD
Fuel capacity:
17.7
2007 Hyundai Sonata consumer reviews:
overall rating
value
comfort
reliability
Very nice ride, quick, quiet, comfy. MPG could be better, but might improve with more miles. I am extremely happy with it's safety features and standard features that are options on other Cars. I also think it looks better than the competition. I just hope gas mileage improves.
posted by Jesus on Oct 06 2008
overall rating
value
comfort
reliability
It's very peppy. I love the interior! Very luxurious feel to it. The trunk space is incredible and the options it came with was unbeatable. Feel very secure with the excellent warranty too. It needs fold away exterior mirrors; Other than that don't change a thing!
posted by Cole Ashton on May 07 2007
overall rating
value
comfort
reliability
The styling and the comfort of the car are amazing! Great warranty and outstanding ride. I am very pleased and highly recommend the Sonta. Hyundai truly are a quality auto manufacturer.
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