Hyundai's all-new 2011 Sonata goes on sale at dealers all over North America in the next few weeks and now it has an official price tag. The "fluidic design" challenger stakes a claim in the biggest segment in the U.S., starting at $19,195 (plus $720 for destination and delivery) for the GLS sedan with a six-speed manual transmission. That's $500 more than the base 2010 model, but $200 less than the current class champion, the Toyota Camry.
At launch all Sonatas are powered by Hyundai's new direct injected 2.4-liter inline-four, paired with either manual or automatic six-speed gearbox. The GLS and Limited are rated at 198 horsepower while the dual exhaust on the SE rounds it up to a nice round 200 hp. A maxed-out Limited with navigation will set you back $28,115, including D&D.
The Sonata Limited is the first entrant into the mid-size segment to get leather covered heated seats front and rear, and the manual transmission GLS also tops the segment in fuel economy for non-hybrids with a rating of 24 mpg city and 35 mpg highway. We'll have our first opportunity to drive the new Sonata next week and we'll finally find out if the dynamics live up to its new styling.
[Source: Hyundai]
PRESS RELEASE
HYUNDAI ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR THE ALL-NEW 2011 SONATA
Bold New Design, Large Car Interior, Best-in-Class Fuel Economy Starting at $19,195
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 1, 2010 – Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for the all-new 2011 Sonata. The completely redesigned 2011 Sonata delivers best-in-class fuel economy, an EPA-designated Large Car interior, 198 horsepower and a starting price of $19,195 for the well-equipped GLS model. The 200-horsepower SE model starts at $22,595 and the top-of-the-line Limited model is available for $25,295.
"With the 2011 Sonata, our focus was a no-compromise engineering approach that would allow Sonata owners to have their cake, and eat it too. That focus led to a set of attributes that have not been seen in the midsize car category – attributes such as 35 mpg and 200 horsepower, bold design and an EPA Large Car interior, world-class quality and a class-leading value position" said John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America president and CEO. "At Hyundai, we're big fans of resetting conventional wisdom, and we think we may have done it here with the 2011 Sonata."
2011 Sonata Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Pricing
| Model | Engine | Transmission | MSRP |
| GLS | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed M/T | $19,195 |
| GLS | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $20,195 |
| GLS with Pop. Equip. Pkg. | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $20,945 |
| GLS with Pop. Equip. Pkg. + Navi. | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $22,645 |
| SE | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $22,595 |
| SE with Navi. & Sunroof Package | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $25,195 |
| Limited | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $25,295 |
| Limited with Navi. Pkg. | 2.4-liter GDI I4 | Six-Speed A/T | $27,395 |
Hyundai is the most fuel-efficient car maker in the U.S., and its commitment to continued fuel economy leadership is evident in the all-new Sonata. It has a best-in-class 35 mpg highway fuel economy rating thanks to a new 2.4-liter Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) four-cylinder engine, new six-speed manual and automatic transmissions and highly refined aerodynamics. In addition to the advancements in fuel economy, the GDI engine produces a standard 198 horsepower, surpassing Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Fusion. The Sonata GLS manual has best-in-class overall fuel economy with a 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway fuel economy rating, with all other Sonata models achieving 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway.
The all-new Sonata raises the bar when it comes to features and technology offered within the midsize car segment. In addition to standard XM Satellite® radio, the Sonata boasts segment-first standard Bluetooth® hands-free phone system, available HD Radio Technology™ with multicasting (allowing the broadcast of alternative side-band content on HD stations) and heated front and rear heated seats. The Sonata is the first vehicle in its segment with advanced touchscreen navigation available on all trim levels. At $22,645, the Sonata GLS with the Popular Equipment Package + Navigation is the lowest priced midsize sedan with navigation. All navigation systems also include a 90-day complimentary subscription to real-time XM NavTraffic®, XM NavWeather®, XM Sports Ticker and XM Stock Ticker.
The 2006 Sonata was the first popular midsize car to offer standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and six airbags. The 2011 Sonata builds on this leadership, with exceptional standard safety features including front driver and passenger airbags, front seat side impact and curtain airbags, ESC and Traction Control System (TCS), Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), front active head restraints, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and a Bluetooth® hands-free phone system.
While Sonata will compete for customers against cars like Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima and Chevrolet Malibu, Sonata's performance capabilities, craftsmanship standards and luxury features were benchmarked against vehicles from Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Lexus. In true Hyundai fashion, Sonata makes a premium driving experience accessible to a wide range of customers, delivering the kind of value equation American car buyers have come to expect from Hyundai.
HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2011 SONATA
All-new sixth generation Sonata midsize sedan
Bold Fluidic Sculpture design
All four-cylinder engine lineup meets smart customer demands
Launches with new Theta II 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in-house six-speed automatic transmission
Class-leading fuel economy of 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway
Class-leading 198 horsepower standard (200 horsepower on SE trim)
Built in America at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama
XM Satellite Radio™, real-time XM NavTraffic, XM Data Services, touchscreen navigation and iPod®/USB inputs
Segment first: HD Radio Technology™ with multicasting
Segment first: Standard Bluetooth®
GLS: WELL EQUIPPED WITH A WIDE RANGE OF OPTIONS
Sonata GLS I4 M/T - $19,195
2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
Six-speed manual transmission
16-inch steel wheels with full covers
ESC/TCS/ABS/TPMS
Front active head restraints
Front, front seat side and curtain airbags
Bodycolor front grille
Chrome window belt-line moldings
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel with cruise and audio controls
Metalgrain interior accents
AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 with iPod/USB and Aux input jacks
Remote keyless entry and alarm
Power windows, locks, heated mirrors
Air conditioning
Advanced trip computer with custom settings
Integrated Bluetooth with phonebook transfer
Eco indicator
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Sonata GLS I4 A/T – $20,195
(In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 M/T equipment):
Six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®
Popular Equipment Package - $750
16-inch alloy wheels
Power driver seat
Driver's lumbar support
Chrome interior door handles
Leatherette interior panel door inserts
Automatic light control
Popular Equipment Package plus Navigation - $1,700
Requires Popular Equipment Package
Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
SE: SPORTY FEATURES AND DRIVING DYNAMICS
Sonata SE I4 A/T - $22,595
(In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 A/T equipment):
2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 200 HP
Six-speed automatic with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters
18-inch Hyper Silver alloy wheels with performance tires
Dark chrome front grille
Chrome exterior door handles
Sport-tuned suspension and steering
Sport seats featuring leather bolsters with cloth inserts
Proximity entry with push button start
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Front fog lights
Dual exhaust
Navigation and Sunroof Package - $2,600
Power sunroof with tilt and slide
Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
LIMITED: PREMIUM MODEL FOR BUYERS DESIRING LEATHER AND OTHER UPSCALE FEATURES
Sonata Limited I4 A/T - $25,295
(In addition to or in place of Sonata SE I4 A/T equipment; excluding SE sport-tuned suspension):
2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
Leather seating surfaces with heated front and rear seats
Dual automatic temperature control
Auto-dimming mirror/HomeLink/compass
Premium door sill plates/"Limited" badge
In-dash six-disc CD-changer
HD Radio technology with multicasting
Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
17-inch alloy wheels with standard tire
Side mirror turn signal indicators
Power tilt and slide sunroof
Unique interior accents (Piano Black or Woodgrain)
Floor console mounted rear vents
Navigation Package - $2,100
Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display (replaces six-disc CD changer)
Rear backup camera
Infinity premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
Deletes HD Radio Technology with multicasting
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
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