Hyundai Sonata Bio

Europe: models received the following European New Car Assessment Program (Euro NCAP) ratings: Adult Occupant: , score 27 Child Occupant: , score 37 Pedestrian: , score 12. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded the Sonata with 5 Stars in frontal and side crashes.[2] In IIHS tests the Sonata received a "Good" overall in the frontal impact crash test, an "Acceptable" overall score in the side impact crash test, and a "Good" rating for rear crash protection. [edit] Facelift 2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS (US) Hyundai facelifted the Sonata for the 2009 model year, marketing the revised model as the Hyundai Sonata Transform in Korea, and debuting the model elsewhere as an 'early' 2009 model. While the original 2006 fourth generation model was designed primarily in Korea, the restyling was designed primarily at HATCI (Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center, Inc) in Superior Township, MI — its first major assignment.[3] The redesign features revised engines, front fascia and grill, taillights, headlights, wheel cover designs and an extensively revised IP (Instrument Panel). Hyundai adopted the "slush molding,” production technique that enables much a much higher grade of texturing and shaping of the IP surface.[4] Redesigned gauges feature a blue backlight, and a touch-screen navigation system, optional on the 'Limited' trim level only, includes satellite radio capability.[5] Bluetooth capability is available as an optional unit, separate from the audio or navigation system, and all models include both a USB port along with an auxiliary input jack. An optional USB adaptor cord allows integration of an iPod, and chrome interior door handles are standard on the Limited trim. The 2.4L Theta II engine receives an eight-percent increase in power to 175hp (168 hp with PZEV) and the 3.3L Lambda V6 receives an increase from 234 to 249�hp (186�kW). Fuel efficiency is EPA rated at 22/32 for the I4 and 19/29 for the V6.[6] The base model GLS is available with a manual five speed transmission. GLS, SE and Limited models feature a newly available, manually-shiftable five-speed automatic transmission marketed as "Shiftronic." [edit] Sonata Ling Xiang Beijing Hyundai launched a redesigned 4th generation Sonata called the Ling Xiang for the Chinese market with an updated exterior and revised rear seating.[7] [edit] Sonata Hybrid Hyundai has scheduled a hybrid electric Sonata, featuring lithium polymer battery technology, to make its debut at the Los Angeles International Auto Show in November 2008 — and projects its release in the U.S. market in 2010.[8]