The 5-passenger, 4-door 2011 Hyundai Sonata continues building the Japanese automaker's reputation for excellent value and quality products. The new Sonata is stylish and modern. This sedan features an exterior much more like that of a coupe and is offered in 3 separate trims: Limited, SE and GLS. A 2.4L 198-horse 184 lb-ft directed-injected inline four-cylinder engine powers the Limited and GLS trims. The dual exhaust-equipped SE Sonata bumps the horsepower rating up to 200 utilizing the same 2.4L engine. The standard 6-speed manual transmission of the GLS is upgraded to a 6-speed automatic SHIFTRONIC gearbox on Limited and SE versions. EPA estimations for fuel economy are reported at 24/35 mpg city/highway.

Standard amenities for the 2011 Sonata by Hyundai include:

• Motor driven power steering;
• Automatic air conditioning;
• Satellite radio;
• Auxiliary and USB input jacks;
• Telescopic, tilt steering wheel with audio controls;
• Bluetooth wireless connectivity;

Some of the standard safety features for the Hyundai Sonata 2011 include:

• Electronic traction control;
• Electronic brake assist;
• Occupancy classifications sensor;
• 6 separate airbags;
• Active frontal anti-whiplash head restraints;
• Electronic stability control;
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking;
• Many more...

The Sonata Hyundai GLS 2011 weighs in at 3161 pounds and is 189.8 inches long. With its 72.2 inches of width, it requires 17.9 feet of turning radius. It travels on a 110.0-inch wheelbase and features an overall height of 57.9 inches. Quality materials inside the cabin grace the 40 inches of headroom, 58 inches of shoulder room, 55 inches of hip room and a hammick-hanging 45.5 inches of legroom. Inside of the trunk, 16.4 cubic feet of luggage capacity will be found.

You can opt to include any and all of the available OnStar services if you purchase a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. OnStar adds safety and confidence to every journey by offering:

You'll find loads of standard features and excellent value in the new 2011 Hyundai Sonata. Insert MSRPs here. With excellent financing options available during the company's most recent North American advertising blitz, you'll be sure to find a great deal available right now. Suggested pricing ranges between $19,195 and $25,195.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Review