Hyundai Sonata

First generation (Y1)
Overview
Production	1985–1987
Assembly	Ulsan, South Korea
Body and chassis
Related	Hyundai Stellar Hyundai Stellar II
Powertrain
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,579 mm (101.5 in)
Length	4,578 mm (180.2 in)
Width	1,755 mm (69.1 in)
Height	1,380 mm (54.3 in)

The first Sonata was introduced to compete with the Daewoo Royale series and was a more luxurious version of the Stellar. It included cruise control, power seats, head lamp washers, power brakes, electric operated adjustable side mirrors and chrome bumper trims. The Sonata was available with two trim options in Korea: Luxury and Super (the latter only available with a 2.0-liter engine). In the domestic market Hyundai attempted to sell the Sonata as an executive car using catchphrases like "Luxury car for VIP"; however, as the Sonata was based on the Stellar without any redesigning it was seen by the public as no different than a luxury version of the Stellar. In 1987 Hyundai added two tone color schemes and a trip computer option but sales soon went down and the car was discontinued in December of that year. The Sonata was sold only in the South Korean domestic markets. The vehicle was unveiled in South Korea on 4 November 1985.

Engine choices included 1.6-liter Mitsubishi Saturn (only available outside the domestic market), 1.8- and 2.0-liter Mitsubishi Sirius inline-fours. The latter unit also found its way into the 1987 and later Stellar, and in MPI form the 1986 Hyundai Grandeur. The body was a largely unchanged Hyundai Stellar.[6]

It was sold in New Zealand (right hand drive) with the 1.6-liter Mitsubishi engine with the five-speed manual gearbox; an automatic transmission was an optional extra. The original importer was a unit of the Auckland-based Giltrap Motor Group.

The final version of the Stellar was known as the Stellar 88 and was launched to celebrate the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. Afterwards, Hyundai discontinued the Stellar and replaced it with the all-new Sonata.[7]

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  1987 Hyundai Sonata (South Korea)

Second generation (Y2)
Overview
Production	1988–1993
Assembly	Bromont, Quebec, Canada Ulsan, South Korea
Designer	Giorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign (1986)
Body and chassis
Related	Mitsubishi Galant Σ
Powertrain
Engine	1.8 SOHC Mitsubishi Sirius engine 105PS 2.0 Mitsubishi Sirius engine 110PS 2.0 L 4G63 I4 (131 hp) 2.4 L 4G64 I4 (110 hp) 3.0 L 6G72 V6 (146 hp)
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length	4,680 mm (184.3 in)
Width	1,750 mm (68.9 in)
Height	1,410 mm (55.5 in)

The Y2 Sonata was part of Hyundai's expansion in North America after the success of the Excel. It was introduced in South Korea on 1 June 1988.[8] It was then introduced in Canada in September 1988 as a 1989 model, on 14 November 1988 in the United States as a 1989 model, and in March 1989 in Australia. The exterior was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of ItalDesign. The vehicle received a mid-term facelift in 1991. It replaced the Stellar as Hyundai's large family car. Sonatas were built in Ulsan, Korea, and in Bromont, Quebec.

The Sonata was launched in Europe in June 1989, as the third model to be sold there following the Hyundai brand's European launch in 1982. It was aimed at buyers of cars including the Ford Granada Scorpio, but was priced to compete with smaller cars like the Ford Sierra.

The Sonata was designed by Hyundai and featured Mitsubishi's engineering, including the platform from the Galant Σ and its 2.4-liter, the mitsubishi designed engines were made under license in Korea, and had Hyundai codes stamped on them, but otherwise were almost identical to motors used by Mitsubishi 110 hp (82 kW) Sirius inline-four engine as used in American-market models. A 3.0-liter V6 engine based on the Mitsubishi 6G72 arrived in 1990. Other markets received 1.8- and 2.0-liter engines carried over from the first generation, but equipped with Hyundai's own MPI, replacing their carbureted counterparts used in the Y1 Sonata. The U.S. model received the DOHC 2.0-liter G4CP engine for the 1992 model year, replacing the original 2.4-liter SOHC G4CS engine.[6]

Trim levels in the US were offered with:

• GL ("89-"91 2.4 single overhead cam engine [engine code G4CS] "92-"93 2.0 DOHC engine [engine code G4CP])
• GLS (3.0 engine)

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  Hyundai Sonata (Canada; pre-facelift)
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  Hyundai Sonata (Spain; facelift)
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  Hyundai Sonata (Spain; facelift)

Third generation (Y3)
Overview
Also called	Hyundai Sonica (Italy) Hyundai Marcia (South Korea)
Production	1993–1998
Assembly	Ulsan, South Korea (1993–1996) Asan, South Korea (1996–1998) Gaborone, Botswana (TMBC)[9]
Body and chassis
Platform	Hyundai-Kia Y3
Powertrain
Engine	1.8 L I4 2.0 L 4G63 I4 3.0 L 6G72 V6
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	4,700 mm (185.0 in)
Width	1,770 mm (69.7 in)
Height	1,405 mm (55.3 in)

The Y3 Sonata debuted in 1993. The base engine in most markets was a 2.0-liter 77 kW (103 hp) Sirius I4, but there was a 3.0-liter, 107 kW (143 hp) Mitsubishi V6 option in some markets. This generation continued after the demise of the Bromont, Quebec plant in September 1993. After that, all Sonatas would be built in Korea, until the opening of the Beijing Hyundai plant in December 2002.

The third generation Y3 model was also produced as the Hyundai Marcia between 1995 and 1998, selling alongside the Sonata in South Korea only. The Marcia differed from the Sonata with its restyled front and rear fascias.

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  1996 Hyundai Marcia (South Korea)
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  1996 Hyundai Marcia (South Korea)
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  1994–1996 Hyundai Sonata (Australia)

Fourth generation (EF)
Overview
Also called	Hyundai Sonica (Italy) Hyundai Sonata Vivante (South Africa) Hyundai Sonata Prima (Egypt) Hyundai Moinca (China) Hyundai Sonata Gold (India)
Production	1998–2004 (South Korea) 2001–2005 (India) 2002–2017 (China) 2005–2012 (Russia)
Assembly	Asan, Korea Gaborone, Botswana (TMBC)[9] Chennai, India Cairo, Egypt (AAV) Beijing, China (facelifted version) Taganrog, Russia (TagAZ; facelifted version)[10]
Body and chassis
Platform	Hyundai-Kia Y4
Related	Kia Optima
Powertrain
Engine	1.8 L G4GB I4 (China) 2.0 L G4GC I4 (China) 2.4 L Sirius I4 2.5 L Delta V6 (pre-facelift) 2.7 L Delta V6 (facelift)
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	Pre-facelift: 4,710 mm (185.4 in) Facelift: 4,745 mm (186.8 in)
Width	Pre-facelift: 1,815 mm (71.5 in) Facelift: 1,820 mm (71.7 in)
Height	Pre-facelift: 1,410 mm (55.5 in) Facelift: 1,420 mm (55.9 in)

Pre-facelift Hyundai Sonata (EF)

The new EF series Sonata arrived in 1998, debuting the new Hyundai-Kia Y4 platform. Compared to the Y3 predecessor, the EF grew ever so slightly in size, but shared the same 2,700 mm (106.3 in) wheelbase. It also introduced double wishbone front suspension and independent, multi-link rear suspension. Initial engines from launch were the 2.0-litre with 136 hp (101 kW), and a 2.5-litre with 168 hp (125 kW)—the G6BW model of Hyundai Delta V6.

The EF Sonata shares its underpinnings with the Hyundai Trajet and first-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, which became the company's first compact crossover SUV. The first generation Kia Optima (called the Magentis outside of the United States) was also based on the EF Sonata, and while both shared the same doors and roof panels, the Optima took a squarer approach in design.

Facelift (2001–2004)

2001 facelift (EF-B)

Hyundai Moinca – facelifted fourth generation Sonata (only in China)

Hyundai issued a significant facelift for the EF series in 2001 for the 2002 model year, known as the EF-B series.

With the facelift brought a redesigned front end featuring a new bonnet, grille and quad ovoid headlights, while the rear featured rounded tail-lights and a repositioned rear vehicle registration plate alcove from the bottom bumper to the trunk lid. Inside, a redesigned dashboard and newly shaped seats take place.

Amid a below-par safety rating, Hyundai strengthened the body shell and firewall, widened the rear track, included anti-submarining front seat pans and added thicker front brake discs for the update.

Engine wise, the EF-B model featured an all-aluminum, G6BAY series 2.7-litre Delta V6 with 177 hp (132 kW). It also featured the same Sirius II 2.4-litre inline-four rated at 139 hp (104 kW) and 150 lb⋅ft (200 N⋅m) of torque.

This generation of Sonata is still being built (since 2002) and sold in China from December 2002, by Beijing Hyundai. A facelifted Sonata was produced by that company in August 2009 called the Moinca. This model is only available in the Chinese market and comes with a 1.8 or 2.0 litre engine with transmission choices consisting of a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.[11]

The Sonata was produced by TagAZ in Russia until 2012.[12]

Fifth generation (NF)
Overview
Also called	Hyundai NF (Russia) Hyundai NF Sonata (Russia, facelifted version) Hyundai Sonata Embera (India) Hyundai Sonica (Italy)
Production	2004–2009 2005–2010 (North America) 2005–2011 (China)
Model years	2005–2009 2006–2010 (North America) 2006–2011 (China)
Assembly	Asan, South Korea Montgomery, Alabama, United States Chennai, India Beijing, China İzmit, Turkey (Hyundai Assan) Cairo, Egypt (Ghabbour Group) Thonburi, Thailand (TAAP)[13] Al Jazirah state, Sudan (Giad)[14]
Designer	Choi Jong Min (2002)[15]
Body and chassis
Related	Kia Optima
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 L Theta I4 2.0 L Theta I4 (Petrol/CNG) 2.4 L Theta I4 3.3 L Lambda V6 2.0 L CRDi I4
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual 6-speed manual (2.0 CRDI) 5-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,730 mm (107.5 in)
Length	4,800 mm (189.0 in) Sonata Ling Xiang:4,815 mm (189.6 in)
Width	1,830 mm (72.0 in)
Height	1,475 mm (58.1 in)

Interior (Facelift)

The NF Sonata was launched in August 2004 in Korea, based on a new platform created from the project NF. The company's first all-aluminum I4 engine, dubbed Theta, debuted in the new Sonata. Engine choices at launch were a 2.4-liter I4 rated 164 hp (122 kW) at 5800 rpm and a 3.3-liter V6 rated 237 hp (177 kW) V6. In Korea, the 2.4-liter option was sold as the F24S (24 = 2.4L, S = Special). The 2.0-liter gasoline version was only sold in Korea and proved more popular there due to added gas, tax and insurance savings. Diesel versions are available in Europe, New Zealand and Singapore, where they are a popular replacement for the Toyota Comfort taxi cab.

The U.S. May 2005 launch of the new Sonata coincided with the production commencement at the company's first U.S. assembly plant, in Montgomery, Alabama.

Classified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a mid-size car, the fourth generation was 2 in (51 mm) longer and taller and 1 in (25 mm) wider than the previous generation. Standard features in U.S. models included anti-lock braking system/electronic stability control/traction control system as well as six airbags (driver/front passenger front and side, and side curtain).[16]

Sonata Ling Xiang

2009–2011 Hyundai Sonata Ling Xiang (China)

Beijing Hyundai launched a redesigned Sonata called the Ling Xiang, also known as NFC Sonata, for the Chinese market. Production commenced in December 2008 for the 2009 model year. This variant has an updated exterior and revised rear seating.[24] Following Hyundai's success with their Hyundai Elantra Yue Dong, Ling Xiang was created specifically to target the Chinese market. Hyundai first introduced this car to the market at The 6th China Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition in 2008.[25]

Engine and transmission choices include the 2.0 litre and 2.4 litre Theta engine paired to 3 gear separate gearboxes, a 5 speed manual, 5 speed automatic and 4 speed automatic. Trim levels consisted of the 2.0GL Manual and Automatic, 2.0 GLS Manual and Automatic, 2.0 DLX AT, 2.0 Top, 2.4 GLS, 2.4DLX AT and 2.4 Top.

Sixth generation (YF)
Overview
Also called	Hyundai i45 Hyundai Sonata Sport (Thailand)
Production	2009–2014 2010–2015 (Hybrid) 2011–2014 (Thailand)
Model years	2010–2014 2011–2014 (North America) 2012–2014 (China)
Assembly	South Korea: Asan United States: Montgomery, Alabama China: Beijing India: Pune
Designer	Andre Hudson (2007)
Body and chassis
Related	Kia Optima/Magentis/K5 Hyundai i40[26]
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 L Nu CVVL I4 2.0 L Theta 163 hp (122 kW), I4 2.0 L Theta Turbo GDi, 274 hp (204 kW), I4[27] 2.4 L Theta II 176 hp (131 kW), I4 2.4 L Theta GDi, 200 hp (150 kW), I4
Transmission	6-speed automatic 6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,795 mm (110.0 in)
Length	4,820 mm (189.8 in)
Width	1,835 mm (72.2 in)
Height	1,470 mm (57.9 in)
Curb weight	1,451–1,504 kg (3,199–3,316 lb) (2.4L) 1,514–1,566 kg (3,338–3,452 lb) (2.0L Turbo)

Hyundai commenced development of the YF Sonata in 2005, with a development cost of ₩450 billion (US$372 million). In the Australian,[28] New Zealand, Singapore, and Colombian markets, the YF is retailed under the name Hyundai i45, following the alphanumeric i-series nomenclature established by Hyundai in these markets. The vehicle was badged as a "Sonata" in Eastern Europe, just as in North America and South Korea.

Sales of the YF Sonata in South Korea began on 2 September 2009, before the production vehicle's South Korean launch.[29] The US version of the sixth generation Sonata was unveiled at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show, with sales beginning in 2010 for the 2011 model year. The Sonata was the second vehicle, after the Tucson, to carry Hyundai's then-radical "Fluidic Sculpture" design language.[30]

Interior (pre-facelift)

For the US market, the sixth generation Sonata boasted a direct-injection 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. This new engine improves fuel economy and produces a maximum of 200 PS (147 kW; 197 hp) at 6300 rpm and 25.5 kg⋅m (250 N⋅m; 184 lb⋅ft) at 4250 rpm.[31] It is part of the Theta II engine lineup. Furthermore, a timing chain was introduced along with a new six-speed automatic transmission.[32] This Sonata is built with hot-stamped ultra high-strength steel. In South Korea, the YF Sonata is delivered with a 2.0-liter Theta II MPi gasoline engine (Max output 165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp), Max torque of 20.2㎏·m). Its fuel economy has improved 11%. A direct-injection 2.4-liter four cylinder engine and a 2.0 turbocharged engine was available.

Exclusive options for the Korean model includes a three-piece panoramic moonroof, electroluminescent instrumentation, fender-mounted turn signals, and a special Premier Beige model. Upgraded audio uses a JBL system, and certain navigation packages come with a telecommunications system with Hyundai's Mozen system.

For the North American model, GLS, SE, and Limited trims were offered. A six-speed manual transmission came standard on the GLS, and a six-speed automatic is available. Differences with the Korean model include differences with the GLS model, which features a body-colored grille and door handles, and different steel wheel covers. Limited models and optional stereos on the GLS and SE now have "Dimension" audio systems, and the Limited trim has an optional Infinity stereo. Limited models have standard front and rear heated seats, the first such offering in this segment.[33] Additional differences include different cupholders, a redesigned straight leather shifter as rather than the gated one on Korean models, and an additional exterior color choice, Indigo Blue Pearl. The 6th Hyundai Sonata was awarded Top Safety Pick from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States.[34] The Sonata 2.0T was released in December 2010.

For the 2012 model year, Hyundai's new Blue Link system was offered as standard equipment, and the Limited model included a new standard three-piece panoramic sunroof. SE models had an optional backup camera included with navigation packages, and navigation systems included a new 7-inch display from the previous 6.5-inch.

For 2013, the list of standard features was changed slightly, including heated front seats on SE models, and heated rear seats on Limited models. An automatic transmission also came standard on GLS models, the manual was no longer offered. The GLS Popular Equipment Package now included fog lights and heated front seats. The Limited trims now no longer included the panoramic sunroof, but instead included a standard size sunroof. A panoramic sunroof offered on the Limited Premium Package.[35]

In January 2013 the i45 was discontinued in Australia following slow sales and limited supplies. In turn, the expanded i40 range filled the gap left by the i45. The i45 has also been discontinued in Colombia, and replaced with the smaller i40 sedan, leaving Singapore and New Zealand as the only two markets still selling the vehicle under the i45 name at that time.

Sonata Hybrid

2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (US)

Instrument panel of the Sonata Hybrid

At the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai unveiled the Hyundai Blue Drive powertrain for the then next generation Sonata, which uses lithium polymer battery technology.[43] It was reported to be based on Hyundai BLUE-DRIVE concept.[44]

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid sales in the U.S. began near the end of February 2011.[45][46] The Sonata Hybrid drivetrain combines a 2.4-liter engine with six-speed automatic transmission, and a 30 kW electric motor and lightweight lithium polymer batteries to produce a full gasoline-electric hybrid with 37 miles per US gallon (6.4 L/100 km; 44 mpg_‑imp) in the city and 40 miles per US gallon (5.9 L/100 km; 48 mpg_‑imp) on the highway.[47] This powertrain is shared with the 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid.;[48] 2013 Sonata Hybrid

Seventh generation (LF)
Overview
Production	2014–2019 2018–present (Russia) 2019–present (Algeria)
Model years	2015–present
Assembly	South Korea: Asan (Hyundai Motor Company Asan Plant) United States: Montgomery, Alabama (Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama) China: Beijing Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)
Designer	Tae-Hoon Kim (2011)[60]
Powertrain
Engine	1.6 L G4FJ I4 (turbocharged gasoline) 2.0 L Nu I4 (gasoline) 2.0 L Theta I4 (turbocharged gasoline) 2.4 L Theta I4 (gasoline) 2.4 L Theta GDi 'I4 (gasoline) 1.7 L U2 I4 (turbocharged diesel)
Transmission	6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic 7-speed dual-clutch automatic 6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,805 mm (110.4 in)
Length	4,855 mm (191.1 in)
Width	1,865 mm (73.4 in)
Height	1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Curb weight	1,435–1,640 kg (3,164–3,616 lb)

Interior

Originally internally coded as LFA, the 2015 Sonata was unveiled in South Korea on March 24, 2014.[61] It made its North American debut at the 2014 New York International Auto Show. While the previous model incorporated significant aesthetic changes and sold successfully within the U.S, sales in Korea failed to meet expectations. A more conservative approach was thus taken, to appease the Korean market, resulting in Fluidic Sculpture 2.0. The car inherits many styling features from Hyundai's Hyundai HCD-14 Concept unveiled at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. The car also takes interior and exterior styling based on the 2014 Hyundai Aslan. In Australia and New Zealand, Hyundai have reverted to the use of the Sonata badge, replacing the i45 badge that was used only on the sixth generation Sonata in that market.[62]

In the United States, the all-new 2015 Sonata was available in base SE, economy-minded Eco, midlevel Sport, and range-topping Limited trim levels. All 2015 Sonatas (except for the Eco) were powered by a 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDi) Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gasoline engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The Eco trim was powered by a 1.6L Turbocharged Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gasoline engine paired with a seven-speed Dual Clutch (DCT) automatic transmission. Available on Sport and Limited trims was a 2.0L Turbocharged Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gasoline engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. All 2015 Sonatas were exclusively available with Front Wheel Drive (FWD). The Sonata Hybrid did not debut until the 2016 model year, as the 2015 Sonata Hybrid was a carryover model from the 2014 model year.

All models of the all-new 2015 Sonata were well-equipped with features such as an A/M-F/M radio with SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth for hands-free calling and wireless stereo audio streaming via A2DP and USB and auxiliary audio inputs, a six-speaker audio system, steering wheel-mounted audio system and Bluetooth phone controls, a digital clock, power windows and door locks, aluminum-alloy wheels, a remote trunk release, a color LCD driver information center in the instrument cluster, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, air conditioning, and a split-folding rear bench seat. Most trim levels also featured a color LCD touchscreen audio system, a rearview backup camera system, a keyless access system with push-button start, carpeted floor mats, the Hyundai Blue Link in-vehicle telematics system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a power-adjustable front driver's seat, and wood or aluminum interior trim.

Some cars had to be recalled because of manufacturing defects that affected safety.[63]

Sonata Plug-in Hybrid

Sonata Plug-in Hybrid

As part of the seventh-generation Sonata, Hyundai announced the release of a plug-in hybrid variant scheduled for market launch in the second half of 2015. Technical details of the Sonata PHEV were announced at the 2015 North American International Auto Show.[65] The Sonata PHEV was released in selected markets in the United States in November 2015. It is available only in California and nine other states that share the same zero-emissions vehicle requirements as California.[66]

The Sonata plug-in all-electric range in blended mode is up to 27 mi (43 km) as rated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and a total range of 600 miles (970 km). Since the Sonata PHEV uses some gasoline during the all-electric mode, the EPA considers the actual all-electric range is between 0 to 27 miles (0 to 43 km). The EPA fuel economy rating is 99 miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPG-e) (2.4 L/100 km; 119 mpg-imp) in charge-depleting (all-electric) mode and a combined city/highway rating of 40 mpg_‑US (5.9 L/100 km; 48 mpg_‑imp) in hybrid mode.[67] In contrast, the conventional 2016 model year Sonata gasoline-electric hybrid has an EPA rated combined fuel economy of 41 miles per US gallon (5.7 L/100 km; 49 mpg_‑imp), 39 miles per US gallon (6.0 L/100 km; 47 mpg_‑imp) in the city and 43 miles per US gallon (5.5 L/100 km; 52 mpg_‑imp) on the highway.[68]

Eighth generation (DN8)
Overview
Production	2019–present
Model years	2020–present
Assembly	South Korea: Asan United States: Montgomery, Alabama (Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama) China: Beijing
Designer	Luc Donckerwolke, Sang Yup Lee, Ji Heon Lee, Kevin Kang, Song Hyun
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door fastback
Platform	Hyundai Motor Group’s 3rd-Generation Platform
Powertrain
Engine	Gasoline: 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi I4 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 LPi/MPi I4 2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 MPi/GDi I4 Hybrid gasoline: 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 GDi I4
Transmission	6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,840 mm (111.8 in) 2,890 mm (113.8 in) (China)
Length	4,900 mm (192.9 in) 4,955 mm (195.1 in) (China)
Width	1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height	1,445 mm (56.9 in)
Curb weight	1,388–1,514 kg (3,060–3,338 lb) (2.0) 1,415–1,543 kg (3,120–3,402 lb) (2.5) 1,425–1,513 kg (3,142–3,336 lb) (1.6 T) 1,586–1,615 kg (3,497–3,560 lb) (Hybrid) 1,715–1,730 kg (3,781–3,814 lb) (Plug-in Hybrid)

The 2020 Sonata was previewed in early March 2019 and officially launched on March 21 in South Korea.[69] It was also debuted during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show for the Chinese market and made its North American debut at the 2019 New York International Auto Show on April 17 for the North American market.

The eighth generation Sonata uses a new third-generation architecture and showcases Hyundai's latest "Sensuous Sportiness" design language which was first previewed by the Le Fil Rouge concept. The styling is less conservative and more pronounced compared to the previous generation. It now sports a fastback-like shape, and features driving lights which run all the way up the hood and full-width, C-shaped taillamps. The interior has been redesigned significantly as well, with an optional 12.3 inch digital cluster and 10.3 inch center screen.[70]

It would be available with two engines at launch, both of which are inline-fours: a turbocharged 1.6-litre unit with 180 horsepower and a naturally aspirated dual port injection 2.5-litre unit with 198 horsepower. The latter engine replaces the previous 185-hp 2.4-litre unit. A performance-oriented "N-Line" model will also be available in the near future.

Standard features on every 2020 Sonata include Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC), Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Automatic High Beam Assist, Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), Lane Follow Assist, Driver Attention Warning, LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps (DRL's), LED tail lamps, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. New features available for the first time on the Sonata include an NFC Digital Key, Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), Around View Monitor (AVM), a 10.25-inch (10.25") navigation infotainment system, a 12.3-inch (12.3") LCD instrument cluster display, a Bose premium audio system, next-generation Hyundai Blue Link technology and a color heads-up display. Trim levels for the Sonata are SE, SEL, SEL Plus and Limited.[71]

The safety system, which comprises three radar systems, five cameras and thirteen ultrasonic sensors, allows for driver-assist features such as standard adaptive cruise control, forward-collision braking and lane-following assist.

After launch, it was the best-selling car in South Korea.

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