2011 Hyundai Sonata
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata represents a modern approach to the traditional midsize sedan segment by using only advanced four-cylinder engines, emotional design and luxury features offered with Hyundai’s strong value proposition.
The exterior of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata is long, light and low. The high beltline allows for a long, sleek roofline accented by the third window. A monoform side profile includes flowing lines highlighted by a Hyundai signature chrome accent that spans the length of the car. On the new Hyundai Sonata, this trim extends out from the headlamps, juts up along the hood and through the beltline.
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata will launch with Hyundai’s new Theta II GDI 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a Gasoline Direct-Injection (GDI) fuel delivery system, which contributes to improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Hyundai Sonata is the first midsize sedan to adopt GDI technology as standard equipment in a naturally aspirated powertain.
2011 Hyundai Sonata delivers an impressive 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway fuel economy rating with the available six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®. (When equipped with the six-speed manual, the Hyundai Sonata achieves 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway fuel economy rating).
































An AWD Sonara would be a really interesting addition to the Hyundai line up. I apso doubt a AWD Sonata would cannibalize Tucson and Santa Fe sales since they are SUV’s and i know for a fact that people looking for an AWD saloon (including myself) are not in the market for an SUV.