The sixth-generation Sonata sees Hyundai tackling the premium sedan segment head on, with a product which is more upmarket than its predecessors without straying from the company’s core focus on value.
Beginning with the “Fluidic Sculpture” design language, the new Sonata echoes the timeless elegance of flowing liquid, and is immediately desirable on aesthetics alone.
With Hynudai’s “Fluidic Sculpture” design language, the new Sonata is not only eye-catching, but promises a spacious and open cabin for improved passenger comfort and enjoyment. The new Sonata boasts higher quality materials and interior trimmings than the previous generation.
Beneath the stylish sheetmetal, Hyundai has employed their own in-house engineering with a 6-speed transaxle automatic gearbox. The drivetrain has been designed to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions with the use of ‘Alternator Management System’ and ‘Eco Coach’ that assists the driver in extracting the most mileage from each fuel tank. Combined with a new 2.4-litre Theta II engine, the 131 kW Sonata promises leading fuel economy without compromising on the power befitting a premium luxury sedan.
Further benefiting economy as well as the dynamics of the new Sonata, are the lightweight four-wheel independent suspension components. This setup provides a compliant but controlled ride under all conditions, while keeping the weight of the vehicle to a minimum.
The new Hyundai Sonata ushers in a new era for Hyundai as a powerful force in the executive saloon market. The company intends their latest sedan to bring the beauty and serenity of top-class motoring engineering to a more affordable price level.
| Prices | |
| Hyundai Sonata 2.4 GLS A/T | R279 900 |
| Hyundai Sonata 2.4 GLS A/T Exec | R299 900 |
The all-new Sonata comes standard with a 5-year/150 000 km warranty and roadside assistance offering. A 5-year/90 000km service plan is also included. Service intervals are every 15 000 kms.
