The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is basically a big 5-seating hatchback which has been redesigned to deliver more reliable and comfort driving experience than ever before. The advantages of having this family wagon are roomy interior, enjoyable ride, greater and more efficient engine, innovative interior storage and an abundant of advanced features. Moreover, the carmaker states that Sonata can be considered as sporty wagon with European styling that has been designed for comfort, utility and ease of driving.
Interior
In terms of interior design, the 2014 Hyundai Sonata comes packed with several advanced equipments which include The cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, 8-way power driver seat, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, reclining rear seats, auto-dimming rear view mirror, cargo cover, Bluetooth audio and phone connectivity, 6-speaker sound system with a touch screen interface, CD player, an auxiliary audio jack and an iPod/USB audio interface. Other expected interior features will be the heated front seats, 4-way power passenger seat, driver seat memory functions, leather upholstery, satellite radio and HD radio with iTunes compatibility.
Exterior
Towards the exterior styling and features, you will have the combination of an interior space of SUV with the lower center of gravity and family friendliness of a big wagon. In addition, the Hyundai Sonata has been added with restyled upper and lower grilles, a windshield wiper de-icer, privacy glass, a blind-spot mirror, a power lift-gate, panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon headlights, automatic high beams, LED running lights, tweaked tail-lights and fog lamps, standard 19 inches alloy wheels or optional 20 inches wheels along with the brand new and attractive three paint colors.
Engine
Under the bonnet, there will be a 2.7L inline-4 engine mated with either front or all-wheel drive that will deliver 181 hp and 182 lb-ft. of maximum torque. The standard transmission option is a 6-speed automatic transmission. Using this kind of engine, Sonata can accelerate from zero to 60 MPH in approximately 9.3 seconds. The estimated fuel economy of this family wagon is at 20 MPG city or 26 MPG highway and 23 MPG combined, while the all-wheel-drive version stands at 22 MPG combined. This engine has also been included antilock braking system and an electronic stability system. The automaker also claims that consumers may also choose the V6 version that will certainly offer faster acceleration and greater fuel economy as well.
Price
The base price of all-new 2014 Hyundai Sonata may start from around $25,750–$41,350 (cheaper than 2014 Rolls-Royce Wraith).
