HYUNDAI has unveiled a complete replace to its eighth-generation Sonata sedan on-line forward of the mannequin’s formal debut at subsequent week’s Seoul motor present.
Claimed to be “greater than a easy facelift” of the mannequin that debuted 4 years in the past, Hyundai says the Sonata’s four-door coupe styling embraces its Sensuous Sportiness design philosophy.
The Sonata’s aggressively sporty design is characterised by a protracted bonnet and decrease, broader frontal remedy that’s adorned with Hyundai’s Seamless Horizon Lamp between the headlights for a “extra aggressive picture”.
A extra aerodynamic physique is claimed to enhance gasoline effectivity and high-speed stability in comparison with the Sonata’s direct rivals, which embody the Mazda6 (from $35,540 earlier than on-road prices), Skoda Octavia (from $39,290 + ORC) and Toyota Camry (from $32,490 + ORC).
Normal and N-Line variants of the brand new Sonata might be provided, each sporting linear design components, a black garnish alongside the beltline, and a swooping spoiler-shaped boot lid to “reinforce the impression of a high-performance sports activities sedan”.
N-Line variants additional undertake quad exhaust suggestions and bespoke 19-inch alloy wheels.
Domestically, the present Sonata is obtainable solely in N-Line kind and priced from $52,065 plus on-road prices.
The Korean producer says the driver-centric inside structure of the brand new Sonata is punctuated with “delicate high-end particulars”, signalling a transfer upmarket and sure value uplift.
In-cabin know-how additionally takes a leap ahead with a brand new curved show encompassing each the 12.3-inch driver’s instrumentation display and 12.3-inch infotainment array as one. This “future oriented” association additionally serves to boost the horizontal styling cues and expanded sense of house throughout the cabin, says Hyundai, and features a touch-type local weather management unit to supply a “high-tech vibe”.
The cabin is claimed to have undergone vital upgrades to profit cabin house and the “passenger expertise” with tasteful décor color combos that concurrently “improve the ship of sportiness and premium character” inside.
A brand new shift-by-wire transmission controller frees up house on the centre console, which is now fitted with a palm relaxation, bigger cup holders and storage tray the place the gear selector as soon as was.
Hyundai will debut the all-new Sonata to most people on the Seoul motor present from March 30. It’s anticipated the mannequin will make its native debut earlier than the top of this yr.
