I'm not going to go so far as to say the Sonata is the hands-down class leader, because there are too many good cars in the midsize class, with varying biases toward sport and/or comfort. The Sonata is, however, one of the best at balancing the sport/comfort equation, and therefore should find an ever increasing following.
Specifications:
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): $21,900 - $28,000
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Base Engine: 162-hp, 164 lb-ft of torque, 2.4L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
- Optional Engine: 235-hp, 226 lb-ft of torque, 3.3L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
- Transmission: 5-spd manual (optional 4-spd auto with manual mode, 5-spd auto with manual mode)
- Brakes: disc/disc (optional ABS)
- Curb Weight: 1,476 - 1,569 kg (3,254 - 3,459 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 462 L (16.3 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 9.6 / 6.3 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 60/100,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: Chevrolet Epica / Impala, Chrysler Sebring / 300, Honda Accord, Mazda6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima, Pontiac G6, Subaru Legacy, Suzuki Verona, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Jetta / Passat
- Web Site: www.hyundaicanada.com
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