Review: 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

The beauty that you see in the above image and with whom you would love to fall in love with is a car wonderfully designed by Hyundai in the category of luxury sedans named Sonata Hybrid. The 2012 version carries a different look that is more stylish when compared to the previous version Sonata Hybrid 2011. This car is equipped with a gasoline engine and so it also tops the chart of environment friendly cars. Hyundai performance street festival is expected to provide every inch of information about this car and also prove to be an exciting experience for the drivers.

2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

What does it offer?

An affordable price is the first advantage that this car would provide you. It is featured with a navigation system that allows ease in driving, LED lamps, a 2.4 liter gasoline engine and an electric motor. It provides you with saving of gas as the gas engine can be easily turned off at places where you plan to stop. The most distinguished factor that this car would provide you with is the use of lithium polymer batteries. This technology is lighter and as compared to the other hybrid models, it is also more compact. You would be fascinated to know that you also have Bluetooth connectivity as one of the features of this car. Moreover, a satellite radio and a USB port for iPod is available. The steering wheel is featured with cruise control to provide ease in handling.

The beauty

The basic aim of the designers of this wonderful car was to provide superior performance as compared to other hybrids. It would provide you with comfort with the seating arrangement that this car is featured with. The shape has been improved when compared with the previous versions and the concept of a navigation system with voice recognition feature adds extra advantage to it. The dashboard (touch screen) too gives you an impression of a luxury class.

The beast

The four cylinder engine packs a potent punch with a threatening power of 206 hp. It also ranks high in fuel efficiency with the gasoline engine. The system applied in it is GDI (gasoline direct injection) system and it is featured with a six speed automatic transmission system that results in a dual combination of speed and fuel economy. The engine is featured with an VIS (variable induction system), thus resulting in greater efficiency.

The thrill

This fuel economic car would provide a considerable 35 mpg (highway). The engine is capable of delivering 200 hp in the SE trim mode of the car and a torque that exceeds 4000 rpm.

Interiors

The interior would definitely impress you with features like Bluetooth connectivity, touch screen system for navigation purposes and a standard satellite radio. Also, the seats are woven in such a manner so as to provide comfort to the driver.

Exteriors

The 16 inch steel wheels add to the beauty of the car and moreover, provide benefit to the driver in terms of comfortable driving. The other variants are 17 inch and 18 inch wheels made of alloy.

Should I buy one?

Definitely YES. Reasons? A fair price for a hybrid sedan, beautiful looks, fuel economy, speed and power.

Price and availability

A worthy price of $33,000 is associated with this beauty. This sum is worth paying for all the features that this car provides. It would be available by the time September ends.

Industry buzz

The Hyundai performance street festival is expected to be the meeting point of various spectators and drivers and it is expected to be a success as the car is featured with extraordinary additions.

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2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a luxury sedan with specs and high performance