Saturday, 12 May 2012

New Hyundai Sonata Forays in the Auto Expo 2012


Hyundai launches the all new Sonata at the Auto Expo. The Sonata will have Hyundai`s fluidic design. It looks similar to first gen CLS and sweeps upward in a graceful arc from the front to the rear bootlid. The centre console looks much like the Volvo design with somewhat similar button layout and air con controls. The other features include front and rear ventilation HID xenon lamps, cruise control, paddle shift, six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, rear view camera and smart key with push button start.



Hyundai Sonata will have a boot capacity of 463 litres and there will be 6-14 per cent improvement in performance a reduction of 3-5 per cent in fuel consumption. Moreover, it will have rain sensors and a 2DINstereo. The pricing will be in the Rs 16-17 lakh bracket. The new Hyundai Sonata is based on a new platform and it will be code named GDL. Engine is a new petrol with both manual and auto transmission options. There are no diesel plans at the moment.

The Hyundai Sonata will have a 2.4 liter engine called GDI not GDL, a direct injection, 4-cylinder inline engine with the highest power in segment with a power output of 201PS at 6300rpm and a maximum torque of 25.5kgm at 4250rpm. The new Sonata will have a six-speed manual gear box. It also follows the fluidic design philosophy and derives inspiration from the orchid flower. The side profile looks impressive, very rich and luxurious. The Hyundai Sonata is aptly positioned for the premium segment.

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