Hyundai Sonata

The Hyundai Sonata (Korean: 현대 쏘나타 ) is a mid-size car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 1985. The very first generation Sonata was introduced in 1985, which was a facelifted Stellar with an engine upgrade, and was withdrawn from the market in two years due to poor customer reactions. [Two] While the original was only sold in South Korea, with limited exports to Canada and Fresh Zealand, [Three] the 2nd generation of one thousand nine hundred eighty eight was widely exported. [Four] [Five]

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The very first Sonata was introduced to challenge with the Daewoo Royale series and was built using main components from the Stellar. It included cruise control, power seats, head lamp washers, power brakes, electrical operated adjustable side mirrors and chrome bumper trims. The Sonata was available with two trim options in Korea: Luxury and Super (the latter only available with a Two.0-liter engine). In the domestic market Hyundai sold the Sonata as an executive car using catchphrases like “Luxury car for VIP”, however as the Sonata was based on the Stellar without any redesigning it was seen by the public as no different than a luxury version of the Stellar. In one thousand nine hundred eighty seven Hyundai added two tone color schemes and a excursion computer option but sales soon went down and the car was discontinued in December of that year. The Sonata was sold only in a few markets, such as in Korea and for export markets such as Canada and Fresh Zealand, as the Stellar II. The vehicle was unveiled in South Korea on four November 1985. It did not meet the United States emission standards and thus was not available in that market.

Engine choices included 1.6-liter Mitsubishi Saturn (only available outside the domestic market), 1.8- and Two.0-liter Mitsubishi Sirius inline-fours. The latter unit also found its way into the one thousand nine hundred eighty seven and later Stellar, and in MPI form the one thousand nine hundred eighty six Hyundai Grandeur. The assets was a largely unchanged Hyundai Stellar. [6]

It was sold in Fresh Zealand (right palm drive) with the 1.6-liter Mitsubishi engine with the five-speed manual gearbox; an automatic transmission was an optional extra. The original importer was a unit of the Auckland-based Giltrap Motor Group.

There was a version of the Stellar known as the Stellar eighty eight launched to feast the one thousand nine hundred eighty eight Summer Olympics in Seoul. After Stellar 88, Hyundai discontinued the Stellar series and switched it to the Sonata series. [7]

1987 Hyundai Sonata (South Korea)

The Y2 Sonata was part of Hyundai’s expansion in North America after the success of the Excel. It was introduced in South Korea on one June 1988. [8] It was then introduced in Canada in September one thousand nine hundred eighty eight as a one thousand nine hundred eighty nine model, on fourteen November one thousand nine hundred eighty eight in the United States as a one thousand nine hundred eighty nine model, and in March one thousand nine hundred eighty nine in Australia. The exterior was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of ItalDesign. The vehicle received a mid-term facelift in 1991. It substituted the Stellar as Hyundai’s large family car. Sonatas were built in Ulsan, Korea, and in Bromont, Quebec.

The Sonata was designed by Hyundai and featured Mitsubishi’s engineering, including the platform from the Galant Σ and its Two.4-liter, one hundred ten hp (82 kW) Sirius inline-four engine as used in American-market models. A Three.0-liter V6 engine based on the Mitsubishi 6G72 arrived in 1990. Other markets received 1.8- and Two.0-liter engines carried over from the very first generation, but tooled with MPI, substituting their carbureted counterparts used in the Y1 Sonata. The U.S. model received the Two.0-liter engine for the 1992, substituting the original Two.4-liter engine. [6]

Trim levels in the US were:

Hyundai Sonata (Canada; pre-facelift)

Hyundai Sonata (Spain; facelift)

Hyundai Sonata (Spain; facelift)

The Y3 Sonata debuted in 1993. The base engine in most markets was a Two.0-liter seventy seven kW (103 hp) Sirius I4, but there was a Trio.0-liter, one hundred seven kW (143 hp) Mitsubishi V6 option in some markets. This generation continued after the demise of the Bromont, Quebec plant in September 1993. After that, all Sonatas would be built in Korea, until the opening of the Beijing Hyundai plant in December 2002.

The third generation Y3 model was also produced as the Hyundai Marcia inbetween one thousand nine hundred ninety five and 1998, selling alongside the Sonata in South Korea only. The Marcia differed from the Sonata with its restyled front and rear fascias.

1996 Hyundai Marcia (South Korea)

1996 Hyundai Marcia (South Korea)

1994-1996 Hyundai Sonata (Australia)

Facelift (1996–1998) Edit

A facelift for the Y3 in one thousand nine hundred ninety six spotted modifications to the front and rear. The four-cylinder engine output was also enlargened to ninety two kW (123 hp) for that year as well. The Y3 facelift was the last Sonata produced in Ulsan.

Facelift Hyundai Sonata (Y3; US)

Facelift Hyundai Sonata (Y3;Chile)

Hyundai Sonata Viv (South Africa)

Hyundai Sonata Prima (Egypt)

Beijing, China (facelift)

Facelift: Four,745 mm (186.8 in)

Facelift: 1,820 mm (71.7 in)

Facelift: 1,420 mm (55.9 in)

A fresh model arrived in 1998, launching the (EF) series.

Engines were the Two.0-liter with one hundred thirty six hp (101 kW), Two.4-liter at one hundred thirty eight hp (103 kW) Hyundai Sirius and a Two.5-liter with one hundred sixty eight hp (125 kW)—the G6BW model of Hyundai Delta V6.

The Kia Optima (called the Magentis outside of the United States) was based on the same automobile platform of this generation of Sonata and collective the same doors and some other panels.

This Sonata also collective a platform with the first-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, a compact crossover SUV.

Facelift (2001–2004) Edit

Hyundai issued a facelift for the EF series in two thousand one for the two thousand two model year, known as the EF-B series. Fresh front and rear styling featured, the original EF rear vehicle registration plate alcove repositioned from the bottom bumper to the trunk lid.

This facelift model featured the all-aluminum, the G6BA series Two.7-liter Delta V6 with one hundred seventy two hp (128 kW). It also featured the same Sirius II inline-four rated at one hundred forty nine hp (111 kW) and one hundred fifty seven lb·ft (213 N·m) of torque.

This generation of Sonata is still being built (since 2002) and sold in China from December 2002, by Beijing Hyundai. A facelifted Sonata was produced by that company in two thousand nine called the Moinca. This model is only available in the Chinese market and comes with a Two.0-liter engine with transmission choices consisting of a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.

The Sonata was produced by TagAZ in Russia until 2012. [11]

Beijing-Hyundai Sonata Yu Xiang

Beijing-Hyundai Sonata Ling Xiang

Hyundai NF Sonata (Russia)

Hyundai Sonata CVVT-i (Malaysia)

Hyundai Sonata Convert (Facelift)

Hyundai Sonata Embera (India)

Hyundai Sonica (Italy)

2005-2010 (North America)

2006-2010 (North America)

6-speed manual (Two.0 CRDI)

Sonata Ling Xiang:Four,815 mm (189.6 in)

The NF Sonata was launched in August two thousand four in Korea, based on a fresh platform created from the project NF. The company’s very first all-aluminum I4 engine, dubbed Theta, debuted in the fresh Sonata. Engine choices at launch were a Two.4-liter I4 rated one hundred sixty four hp (122 kW) at five thousand eight hundred rpm and a Trio.3-liter V6 rated two hundred thirty seven hp (177 kW) V6. In Korea, the Two.4-liter option was sold as the F24S (24 = Two.4L, S = Special). The Two.0-liter gasoline version was only sold in Korea and proved more popular there due to added gas, tax and insurance savings. Diesel versions are available in Europe, Fresh Zealand and Singapore, where they are a popular replacement for the Toyota Convenience taxi cab.

The U.S. May two thousand five launch of the fresh Sonata coincided with the production commencement at the company’s very first U.S. assembly plant, in Montgomery, Alabama.

Classified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a large car, the fourth generation was two in (51 mm) longer and taller and one in (25 mm) broader than the previous generation. Standard features in U.S. models included anti-lock braking system/electronic stability control/traction control system as well as six airbags (driver/front passenger front and side, and side curtain). [15]

Safety Edit

Europe: two thousand six year models received the following European Fresh Car Assessment Program (Euro NCAP) ratings:

• Adult Occupant: , score 27
• Child Occupant: , score 37
• Pedestrian: , score 12

In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests the Sonata received a “Good” overall in the frontal influence crash test, an “Acceptable” overall score in the side influence crash test, and a “Good” rating for rear crash protection. In the roof strength evaluation nine and ten models were rated “Marginal”. [16]

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Facelift (2008–2009) Edit

The redesigned vehicle was unveiled at the two thousand eight Chicago Auto Display as a two thousand nine model year vehicle. [Legitimate] The production version was sold as the Hyundai Sonata Convert in Korea, and the model debuted elsewhere as an ‘early’ two thousand nine model.

The styling was done primarily at Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) in Superior Township, Michigan in 2006. [Nineteen]

The redesign features revised engines, front fascia and chrome three bar grille, taillights (turn signals became crimson), jewel-projector headlights, fresh 10-spoke alloy wheel design for the Limited models (as opposed to sharing the 5-spoke design from the SE model), and an extensively revised IP (Instrument Panel). [20] Hyundai adopted “slush molding”, a production technology that enables a much higher grade of texturing and shaping of the IP surface. [21]

Redesigned gauges feature a blue backlight, and a touch-screen navigation system, optional on the Limited trim level only, includes satellite radio capability. [22] Bluetooth capability is available as an optional unit, separate from the audio or navigation system, and all models include both a USB port along with an auxiliary input jack. An optional USB adaptor cord permits integration of an iPod, and chrome interior door treats are standard on the Limited trim.

The Two.4-liter G4KC Theta engine was rated one hundred sixty two hp (121 kW) at six thousand rpm and one hundred sixty eight lb·ft (228 N·m) (164 hp (122 kW) for PZEV model), Two.0-liter G4KA Theta engine was rated one hundred forty three hp (107 kW) at six thousand rpm and one hundred forty lb·ft (190 N·m) at four thousand two hundred fifty rpm and the Three.3-liter Lambda V6 was rated two hundred thirty five hp (175 kW) at six thousand rpm and two hundred twenty nine lb·ft (310 N·m) at four thousand five hundred rpm.

The base model GLS is available with a manual five-speed transmission. GLS, SE and Limited models feature a freshly available, by hand shiftable five-speed automatic transmission marketed as “Shiftronic.”

There are minimal switches for the two thousand ten model, which includes the optional navigation system on the SE as opposed to being a Limited-exclusive option, and the V6 engine is no longer suggested on the GLS model.

Sonata Ling Xiang Edit

Beijing Hyundai launched a redesigned Sonata called the Ling Xiang, also known as NFC Sonata, for the Chinese market for 2009, with an updated exterior and revised rear seating. [23] Following Hyundai’s success with their Hyundai Elantra Yue Dong, Ling Xiang was created specifically to target the Chinese market. Hyundai very first introduced this car to the market at The 6th China Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition in 2008. [24]

Engine choices include Two.0- or Two.4-liter engines.

Hyundai commenced development of the YF Sonata in 2005, with a development cost of ₩450 billion (US$372 million). In the Australian, [27] Fresh Zealand, Singaporean, and Colombian markets, the YF is retailed under the name Hyundai i45, following the alphanumeric i-series nomenclature established by Hyundai in these markets. The vehicle was badged as a “Sonata” in Eastern Europe, just as in North America and South Korea.

Sales of the YF Sonata in South Korea began on two September 2009, before the production vehicle’s South Korean launch. [28] The US version of the sixth generation Sonata was unveiled at the two thousand nine Los Angeles Auto Showcase, with sales beginning in two thousand ten for model year 2011. The Sonata was the 2nd vehicle, after the Tucson, to carry Hyundai’s then-radical “Fluidic Sculpture” design language. [29]

For the US market, the sixth generation Sonata boasted a direct-injection Two.4-liter four-cylinder engine. This fresh engine improves fuel economy and produces a maximum of two hundred PS (147 kW; one hundred ninety seven hp) at six thousand three hundred rpm and 25.Five kg·m (250 N·m; one hundred eighty four lb·ft) at four thousand two hundred fifty rpm. [30] It is part of the Theta II engine lineup. Furthermore, all engines are suggested with a fresh six-speed automatic transmission. [31] This Sonata is built with hot-stamped ultra high-strength steel. In South Korea, the YF Sonata is delivered with a Two.0-liter Theta II MPi gasoline engine (Max output one hundred sixty five PS (121 kW; one hundred sixty three hp), Max torque of 20.2㎏·m). Its fuel economy has improved 11%. A direct-injection Two.4-liter four cylinder engine and a Two.0 turbocharged engine was available.

Off the hook options for the Korean model includes a three-piece panoramic moonroof, electroluminescent instrumentation, fender-mounted turn signals, and a special Premier Beige model. Upgraded audio uses a JBL system, and certain navigation packages come with a telecommunications system with Hyundai’s Mozen system.

For the North American model, GLS, SE, and Limited trims were suggested. A six-speed manual transmission came standard on the GLS, and a six-speed automatic is available. Differences with the Korean model include differences with the GLS model, which features a body-colored grille and door treats, and different steel wheel covers. Limited models and optional stereos on the GLS and SE now have “Dimension” audio systems, and the Limited trim has an optional Infinity stereo. Limited models have standard front and rear heated seats, the very first such suggesting in this segment. [32] Extra differences include different cupholders, a redesigned straight leather shifter as rather than the gated one on Korean models, and an extra exterior color choice, Indigo Blue Pearl. The 6th Hyundai Sonata was awarded Top Safety Pick from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States. [33] The Sonata Two.0T was released in December 2010.

For the two thousand twelve model year, Hyundai’s fresh Blue Link system was suggested as standard equipment, and the Limited model included a fresh standard three-piece panoramic sunroof. SE models had an optional backup camera included with navigation packages, and navigation systems included a fresh 7-inch display from the previous 6.5-inch.

For 2013, the list of standard features was switched slightly, including heated front seats on SE models, and heated rear seats on Limited models. An automatic transmission also came standard on GLS models, the manual was no longer suggested. The GLS Popular Equipment Package now included fog lights and heated front seats. The Limited trims now no longer included the panoramic sunroof, but instead included a standard size sunroof. A panoramic sunroof suggested on the Limited Premium Package. [34]

In January two thousand thirteen the i45 was discontinued in Australia following slow sales and limited supplies. In turn, the expanded i40 range packed the gap left by the i45. The i45 has also been discontinued in Colombia, and substituted with the smaller i40 sedan, leaving Singapore and Fresh Zealand as the only two markets still selling the vehicle under the i45 name at that time.

Facelift (2012–2014) Edit

In 2012, the Korean-produced Sonata received a mild mid-life facelift. Exterior switches include a fresh grille, slimmer LED mirror indicators, fresh front fog lights incorporating LED daytime running lamps (DRLs), fresh alloy wheel designs, as well as redesigned LED taillights. Interior switches include a fresh color touchscreen display for audio systems (on certain models), as well as redesigned dual-zone automatic climate controls, which now incorporate a petite LCD display. A Driver Selectable Steering Mode was standard on all trims. Front parking sensors are now available on certain models, as well as an electronic parking brake. The facelifted model was very first released in Korea in 2012, followed by international markets in early 2013. North American produced Sonatas received a facelift in late 2013, for the two thousand fourteen model year.

Safety Edit

• Frontal influence crash test: “Good”
• Side influence crash test: “Good”
• Rear crash protection: “Good”
• Roof strength evaluation: “Good”

Later release (manufactured on or after two July 2010) version of Model Year 2011: by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under two thousand ten fresh test rules [38]

The two thousand eleven Sonata is one of six vehicles rated Five Starlet under fresh rules as of November 2010. [39] [40]

• Overall Frontal Rating:
• Frontal Rating (Driver):
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• Side Overall Rating (Rear):
• Side Barrier Rating (Front):
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• Side Pole Rating (Driver):
• Rollover:

Early release (manufactured before two July 2010) version of model year 2011: [41]

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Australasian NCAP – The Hyundai Sonata scored the highest possible rating of five starlets “ANCAP Safety ratings: two thousand eleven Hyundai Sonata”. ANCAP.

Korean NCAP – The Hyundai Sonata scored the highest possible ratings across the frontal, offset and side crash tests “KNCAP Safety ratings: two thousand eleven Hyundai Sonata”. KNCAP.

China NCAP – The Hyundai Sonata scored the highest possible rating of six starlets “CNCAP Safety ratings: two thousand eleven Hyundai Sonata”. CNCAP.

Sonata Hybrid Edit

At the two thousand eight Los Angeles Auto Demonstrate, Hyundai unveiled the Hyundai Blue Drive powertrain for the then next generation Sonata, which uses lithium polymer battery technology. [42] It was reported to be based on Hyundai BLUE-DRIVE concept. [43]

The two thousand eleven Hyundai Sonata Hybrid sales in the U.S. began near the end of February 2011. [44] [45] The Sonata Hybrid drivetrain combines a Two.4-liter engine with six-speed automatic transmission, and a thirty kW electrified motor and lightweight lithium polymer batteries to produce a total gasoline-electric hybrid with thirty seven miles per US gallon (6.Four L/100 km; forty four mpg‑imp) in the city and forty miles per US gallon (Five.9 L/100 km; forty eight mpg‑imp) on the highway. [46] This powertrain is collective with the two thousand eleven Kia Optima Hybrid. [47]

two thousand thirteen Sonata Hybrid

The two thousand thirteen Sonata Hybrid has noticeable improvements and has ranked 3rd out of twenty Affordable Midsize Cars (based on U.S. News’ analysis of nineteen published reviews and test drives as well as their analysis of reliability and safety data). [48] The two thousand thirteen hybrid has a long warranty and a spacious, high-quality interior. Its base price ranges from $26,445–$31,324 and weights 3450–3550 pounds. [49] As a hybrid, it emits 0.51 pounds of CO2 per mile and has an EPA fuel economy ratings of 36/40 mpg city/highway.

Cumulative sales of the Sonata Hybrid in the U.S. reached 7,906 units through July 2011, indicating twenty percent of Sonata sales at the time, according to Hyundai. [50] The Sonata Hybrid was the number two selling hybrid since June, outsold only by the Prius. [50] [51] [52] [53] Considering cumulative sales in the U.S. market through December 2011, with Nineteen,672 units sold, the Sonata Hybrid and the Kia Optima Hybrid together ranked 2nd in hybrid sales for calendar year 2011, after the Toyota Prius, and surpassed the Honda Insight in September. [52] [53] [54]

It comes with a thirty five kW electrified motor (up from 30) and a lithium-polymer battery that is thirty eight percent larger and more energy dense. The newer electrified motor can run up to sixty two mph (100 km/h), meaning that it can run on violet wand at higher speeds, saving more fuel. [55] It also retains the Two.4-liter, multi-port fuel injected, four-cylinder engine, which uses a modified Atkinson cycle achieved via VVT and a compression ratio of 13:1. Upgraded computer programming smooths the transitions inbetween gas and electrified power modes. [56] The hybrid’s zero to sixty mph (0 to ninety seven km/h) time decreased from 9.Five to 8.1 seconds (note: the non-hybrid Sonata’s time is 7.9). [55]

Standard features include Bluetooth, Satellite radio, dual-zone climate control, auxiliary and USB jacks, a CD Player, six-speaker surround system, 16-inch permit wheels, automatic headlights, LED running lights, fog lights, heated mirrors, keyless ignition/entry, push-button commence, cruise control, an eight-way power driver seat, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, heated front seats, and Hyundai’s BlueLink emergency communications system. Extra options include touchscreen navigation, a rearview camera, panoramic sunroof, HD radio, Infinity audio system (nine speakers), 17-inch alloy wheels, leather seating surfaces, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, power driver seat with lumbar support, heated rear seat, auto-dimming rearview mirror. [48]

The hybrid Sonata received top five-star ratings for overall crash protection and overall side protection as well as four-ratings for overall frontal protection.Safety features include antilock brakes, stability control, traction control, front side-impact airbags, full-length curtain airbags, and active front head restraints. [56]

Turbo Edit

To substitute the V6 power option for the Hyundai Sonata in certain markets, Hyundai has developed a turbo-powered Two.0-liter engine that has direct injection and is intercooled. The Theta-II engine produces two hundred seventy four horsepower (204 kW) and two hundred sixty nine lb·ft (365 N·m) of torque while achieving an efficiency rating of thirty four mpg‑US (6.9 L/100 km; forty one mpg‑imp) highway, striking the specs provided by the Three.3-liter Lambda V6 suggested in the previous model. The fresh model is badged as the Two.0T and is available on the SE or Limited trim lines. [57] [58] All turbo models get standard dual zone climate control, steering wheel spanking paddle shifters, chrome-tipped dual harass, and 18-inch wheels that are collective with the non-turbo SE models. Limited Two.0T models receive all of these options as well as a heated leather interior, sunroof and other features. [32]

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