The 2018 Hyundai Sonata arrives this summer in U.S.
dealerships, with the company revealing pricing and range details. The new 2018
Hyundai Sonata features an extensive exterior redesign, with highlights
including the cascading front grille and the overall cleaner shape.
The rear end is also all-new, with the license plate
relocated in the bumper. Hyundai has used all-new sheet metal for the hood,
front fenders and trunk, along with redesigned alloy wheels to give the new
Sonata a more dynamic appearance.
The interior benefits from a renewed center stack
and instrument panel which aim to give the cabin a more premium feel. A new
sporty three-spoke steering wheel, piano-key buttons for the HVAC controls and
a standard seven-inch display are also present.
The chassis has been upgraded with 21 percent
thicker trailing arms, new bushings and a revised steering rack. Range-topping
2.0T models also get a new eight-speed automatic transmission for improved
performance and efficiency.
The range of driver assistance systems has been
enhanced with Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert as standard,
with a rearview backup camera and a Lane Departure Warning system available as
well.
Prices for the new 2018 Hyundai Sonata kick off at US$ 22,050 for the SE 2.4L models and reach up to US$ 32,450 for the Limited 2.0T
version.
