Hyundai

Hyundai Sonata

Price $23,999 – $34,249
Fuel consumption 5.8 – 10.0 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 77%(view ratings)
Although the Sonata comes in only one configuration (sedan), there are three available engines, the most popular of which is the naturally-aspirated 198-hp 2.4L four-cylinder. There’s also the Turbo, with its 2.0L – turbocharged, of course – 274-hp engine. Finally, there’s the Hybrid equipped with a 159-hp 2.4L four-cylinder paired with a 47-hp (35 kW) electric motor for a total of 199 horsepower.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 77%
Driving 7/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 7/10
Winter driving 8/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2014

N/A

Pros

  • Excellent quality-price value
  • Design still looks great
  • Turbo version fairly fuel efficient
  • Easy handling

Cons

  • Trunk not well adapted for hybrid trim
  • Get some lumbar support...
  • And don't leave without the rear-view camera
  • Gas guzzling basic engine
  • Disappointing fuel consumption in the city (hybrid)

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