The new 2018 Hyundai Sonata will be here soon with upgrades for improved performance. The exterior has been refreshed to make this affordable sedan look more stylish and the interior has also been upgraded for greater comfort and convenience.
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata is more spacious and ergonomically designed so that it can carry five passengers quite comfortably. The 2018 Sonata has interior volume of 122.4 cubic feet, which is the best in its class. This is just one of the many new upgrades that this affordable sedan has received for the 2018 model and all these upgrades are focused on making it as good as possible for the drivers.
The new and improved Hyundai Sonata comes with advanced technologies that make its ride more entertaining and ideal for those who do a lot of intra-city driving.
Here is a review of the all-new 2018 Hyundai Sonata with a closer look at its design, upgrades, performance and safety features.
Design of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai brought some major changes to the design of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata. Both the interior and the exterior have been upgraded and refreshed so that the new model is better than ever before. The interior is more comfortable while the exterior is more aggressive and stylish.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata received plenty of significant changes that can be recognised almost immediately, including the overall look, which is now more aggressive and slimmer. There is a chrome trim around the windows to catch the eyes of onlookers and make the sedan look more aesthetically appealing.
At the front, one can find a new cascading grille that has been designed to fit with the new front fascia. The grille is flanked by LED daytime running lights and optional LED headlights for an elegant look.
The exterior is very stylish and confident and this design theme is taken all the way to the rear of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata, which has been given a new sculpted look. The lower body panels have been redesigned to look better, the taillights have been redesigned and the trunk latch has been repositioned, which is now hidden under the Hyundai emblem at the rear of the sedan.
With clean lines, smooth design and multiple colour options, the exterior of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata looks really stunning and handsome.
Interior
Designed to make the cabin calm and comfortable, the interior of the 2018 Sonata has been upgraded in many ways. It’s very capacious compared to the previous vehicles in the series. The adult passengers will have more leg and head room to enjoy the drive and relax.
The interior is made to be inviting and comfortable, while the seats are ergonomically designed so that the passengers can be comfortable while they drive around town. On the dashboard, you will find the new 3-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel that also comes with heating function.
The seats also come with the option of leather upholstery that can be opted for added luxury. The driver’s seat comes with the optional heating and ventilation function with the standard memory feature called Integrated Memory System (IMS) that remembers the driver’s settings for seats and position of side mirrors.
For ultimate comfort, the interior is fitted with dual climate control that allows both the driver and passengers to set different temperatures for front and back seats.
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Performance of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata
The performance of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has been enhanced, thanks to the multiple engine and transmission options. It is a front-wheel drive sedan and will come with three engine options that include:
- 1.6-litre V4 Eco engine that can produce 178 horsepower and a torque of 195 lb-ft. The engine is paired with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission.
- 2.0-litre V4 engine that can produce 245 horsepower and a torque of 260 lb-ft. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that supports steering mounted paddle shifters. It has a fuel efficiency of 23 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway and 26 mpg combined fuel efficiency.
- 2.4-litre V4 engine that can produce 185 horsepower and a torque of 178 lb-ft. The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and has a fuel efficiency of 25 mpg in the city, 36 mpg on the highway and 29 mpg combined fuel efficiency.
Other than that, the rear suspension of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has been upgraded as well for better stability and handling.
Technology in the 2018 Sonata
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata is fitted with plenty of advanced technologies to make this sedan worth the money you spend on it. Take the new Hands-Free Smart Trunk for example, the trunk of the vehicle can now be opened without the use of a key or hands.
The trunk will open automatically in just three seconds when it senses the Proximity Key behind the vehicle (within 3 feet). Other than that, the new 2018 Hyundai Sonata also features in-car technology such as 7-inch colour touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, voice recognition, wireless charging and second and front row USB charging ports features.
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata will also come with 3 years of complimentary Blue Link service along with monthly vehicle health report, Destination Search feature and remote lock and unlock features.
Safety Features
Hyundai has ensured that the new 2018 Hyundai Sonata is very safe on the road and this is the reason why it is bringing a combination of standard and advanced safety features for the drivers. Some of its most stand-out safety features include:
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross-traffic Alert
- Lane Change Assist
- Rear-view Camera
- Vehicle Stability Management System (VSM)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Brake Assist (BA)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
- Rear LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
- Front and Rear Crumple Zones
The optional safety features in the new 2018 Hyundai Sonata include:
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Headlights w/Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) technology
- Automatic High Beam Assist
The Price and Availability of 2018 Hyundai Sonata in the UAE
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata will be available in the summer this year and the price for the affordable Sonata will be revealed close to its release date. However, it is speculated that the price of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata will start from $22,935.
Hyundai has not yet announced the price or the release date of the new 2018 Hyundai Sonata in the UAE. However, this is an affordable sedan with a number of advanced features, so it will fit right in the versatile car market of the UAE.
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