The Hyundai Sonata is a midsize sedan that competes with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and Ford Fusion in the crowded family-car segment. The front-wheel-drive five-seat Sonata comes with a naturally aspirated or turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
(Skip to details on the: Sonata Turbo) New for 2014 Exterior changes include a new grille and newly available xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights and LED taillights. A variable steering effort system that lets the driver choose between Comfort, Normal or Sport modes is standard while the SE 2.0T trim level gets a sport-tuned exhaust system. A blind spot warning system is available.
Inside, new available features include a ventilated driver’s seat, carbon fiber trim and a color trip computer between the gauges. Horsepower and torque ratings for the standard 2.4-liter engine are lower this year to comply with EPA standards.
Exterior Highlights
16-inch alloy wheels; available 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
Heated side mirrors
Available dual exhaust tips
Available power sunroof or panoramic sunroof
Available xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
Available fog lights
Available LED taillights
Interior Highlights
Cloth upholstery; cloth/leather or leather available
Available heated front and rear seats
Available ventilated driver’s seat
60/40-split folding backseat with center armrest
Air conditioning; dual-zone automatic climate control available
Cruise control
Bluetooth connectivity
CD stereo with USB port and MP3 jack; available touch-screen stereo
Available leather-wrapped steering wheel
Available color trip computer
Available push-button start
Available touch-screen navigation system
Under the Hood
190-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine (192 hp for SE)
Six-speed automatic transmission
Front-wheel drive
Stiffer rear suspension for SE
Safety Features
Six standard airbags
Active front head restraints
Electronic stability system with traction control
Antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist
Available backup camera
Available blind spot warning system
Sonata Turbo The Sonata Turbo has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes a V-6-like 274 hp and 269 pounds-feet of torque. Available in SE or Limited trim, the Sonata Turbo uses a six-speed automatic transmission.
