2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Limited Review

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2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Limited Review
by Mathieu St-Pierre / Auto123.com
The affordable mid-size family sedan hasn't changed except for the fact that it has been completely reinvented. Consider for a moment the challenge that Hyundai faced a few years ago when they sat down planning the next Sonata. Not only had they become brand-conscious, but competition in the huge segment had never been so strong.

Hyundai had to come out swinging big-time. They did and hit a home run.

The affordable mid-size family sedan hasn't changed except for the fact that it has been completely reinvented. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com)

Content is the buzzword around these parts. In the car business, value and bang for the buck have been replaced by the C-word as the other two themes conjured up images of cheap cars for bargain-basement prices.

Hyundai remains a leader in delivering the goods to consumers, however the way they do so is now very different. Take the latest Tucson and Elantra; they still represent value and good deals, but just take a look at them. They certainly do not give off an econobox aura for the less fortunate among us.

The new Sonata still poses as one of the best buys in its category and consumers know this. Whether contemplating a base $22,649, 6-speed manual GL car or a full-load $33,499 2.0T Limited with navigation, consider yourself a smart buyer. Kit and equipment levels meet or surpass what is available elsewhere, no doubt, and can even rival with more-expensive cars.

Not only are you wise, but passersby and your neighbours will likely be jealous of the beautiful piece of machinery you have brought home.

Hyundai has pie-in-the-faced Japanese and American makers with designs that actually stir feelings and emotions as opposed to having ad campaigns telling you that this is what the car does to its immediate entourage. In other words, the cars are hot.

Whether contemplating a base $22,649, 6-speed manual GL car or a full-load $33,499 2.0T Limited with navigation, consider yourself a smart buyer. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com)

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Inspired by Nature.

Influences are all around us. We absorb them, then we create.

What can be more compelling than taking your design cue from the orchid?

Refined and elegant, the pure contours and effortless grace of this most precious of creations were the natural inspiration for the Hyundai Sonata. With its gently undulating silhouette and distinctive, sweeping character lines, this is automotive design distilled down to fluid, innate beauty. And as with all successful design concepts, nothing is superfluous. Looking, touching, driving, you know you're in the presence of something unique.

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The Crossover, Realized.

Hyundai's definitive crossover utility vehicle.

Designed to de-stress you.

Before the SUV came the wagon. Its basic purpose: to carry more cargo than a sedan while using similar amounts of space and natural resources. The SUV gained popularity in the '90s because it satisfied a desire for increased room and ruggedness, and offered the all-weather security of four-wheel drive.

The Santa Fe stands for style.

We presented our interior designers with a formidable challenge: to complement the Santa Fe's upscale exterior styling with an equally impressive interior. They started by making every effort to ensure the generous technological content was easy to use, then chose materials, colors and textures you'd expect in a luxury brand. Their overarching goal: that every Santa Fe owner experience a refined and well-equipped vehicle.

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Leading, not following.

Hyundai's stylish, all-new crossover utility vehicle.

To think outside the box, we first threw away the box.

Designed and engineered at Hyundai's Frankfurt design centre, the Tucson's European origins are evident in its aggressive, stable stance. The styling of its sculpted hood, wrap-around headlights and rear roof spoiler further set it apart from every other CUV on the road.

Hyundai's stylish, all-new crossover utility vehicle.

The Tucson is the CUV that does it all. A great alternative to a minivan or an SUV, it's the right size for daily use around the city, with space for five people and enough cargo room for a long weekend away. And if that weekend trip leads you down a few slippery or snowy roads, you'll love Tucson's available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) that delivers a 50/50 torque split to the front and rear wheels for maximum traction.

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Morning greets the New Elantra.

A little style and a lot of substance in a very efficient package.

Advertise your I.Q., not your income.

Completely redesigned from the ground up, the new Elantra makes room for your next generation and more with added cabin space, a bigger trunk and a longer wheelbase for greater passenger comfort. It promises stepped-up performance with greater power, more sophisticated styling, improved handling and enhanced fuel economy. The Elantra has upgraded to a 1.6CVVT gasoline engine and added safety features such as ESP, front side and curtain airbags and active headrests. Elantra opens the door to new possibilities.

It is, dare we say, luxurious.

A statement which might sound immodest, until you browse the Hyundai Elantra's many standard features: power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry, dual power heated side mirrors, tilt steering wheel and driver seat with 6-way adjustment.

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Get a lot of a car for a little money.

Enjoy reliability, fuel efficiency and affordability in one small package.

Curb appeal makes it attractive, but roominess, affordability and MPG make it irresistible.

When you're looking for a new small car, you want the best you can get for the money. With that in mind, it's tough to do better than the Accent Sedan.

Hides its practicality well.

The Accent 4-door is a stylish car that stands out from its boxier, clunkier competitors. A sculpted hood, aerodynamic body, and chrome accented grille, complement the bodycolor door handles, side mirrors and bodyside details, to make sure this car stands out in any parking lot.

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