The 2018 Hyundai Sonata has received a “dramatic design change” to give the vehicle a sportier and more refined appeal. Coming with a redesigned exterior and interior, the all-new Sonata is a midsize sedan that now looks more modern than ever before.
The interior of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has been designed to offer a quiet ride while the occupants also enjoy ample headroom in the cabin for utmost comfort. Latest technologies have been added to the ergonomically designed cabin to ensure that the driver and occupants have everything within their easy reach.
With two powertrain options and three trim levels, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata is available in the UAE with two new colors and many new advanced safety features. The sedan offers a smooth performance and a dynamic drive to ensure that every ride in this midsize sedan is a memorable one.
Here is a review of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and more.
Design of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata has been redesigned to give the midsize sedan a modern appeal that stands out. The exterior of the 2018 Sonata has been completely redesigned to give it a stylish and elegant look while the interior has been redesigned to be more comfortable for all occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has received an extensive redesign so that the vehicle can look stunning from every angle. Aggressive and edgy, the sedan comes with some new design elements that make it a sight to behold.
The front of 2018 Sonata features the brand new Cascading Radiator Grille that covers the complete front fascia. With bright and bold chrome accents, the grille stands out and adds to the sporty appeal of the sedan. At the sides of the grille are large and stylish LED Daytime Running Lights that work in combination with the highly efficient LED Headlamps to improve the visibility of road and surroundings for the driver.
Chrome accents can be seen at the lower front bumper, around the headlights, door handles windows, lower rear bumper and rear lights. The hood curves down towards the grille to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle, while the sharp and sculpted look of the hood enhances its sporty appeal and make it appear more attractive.
The stance of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata is wide and sporty, which has been further accentuated by the 16-inch alloy wheels, however, there are options of 17-inch alloy wheels and 18-inch alloy wheels. A sharp character line can be seen starting from the front fenders going all the way to the taillights. The rear of the 2018 Sonata features a rear spoiler and LED High-mounted Stop Lamp and LED Rear Combination Lamps to improve the visibility of the vehicle.
To add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata features dual muffler tailpipes with chrome tips. The exterior of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata is available in 7 colors that are Quartz White Pearl, Phantom Black, Symphony Silver, Scarlet Red, Machine Gray, Lakeside Blue and Electric Blue.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has been designed to be spacious and comfortable with plenty of headroom for all occupants. The seats are upholstered with premium cloth material for the comfort of its occupants, however, there is an option for leather upholstery to further improve the luxurious appeal of the vehicle.
The in-cabin features that make commuting memorable in the all-new Hyundai Sonata include 4.2-inch Driver Display, Automatic Air Conditioning System, 7-inch Color Touchscreen Infotainment System, 6-speakers Audio System, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and more.
The optional interior features include, Real Wood Trim, Aluminum Pedals, Wireless Device Charging, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, HD Radio Technology, 10-speakers Infinity Premium Audio System, 8-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System with Navigation, Dual Automatic Temperature Control, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats, 10-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat, 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Heated Steering Wheel, Panoramic Sunroof and more.
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Performance of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata is a front-wheel drive sedan that is available in the UAE with two powertrain options. The first powertrain option is a 2.4-litre Inline 4-Cylinder engine that has been paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine can generate 176 horsepower and 229Nm of torque and offers a fuel efficiency of 12.5 Km/L. With this engine, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has a top speed of 208 Km/h and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 9.5 seconds.
The second powertrain option is a 2.0-litre Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder engine that has been paired with the new 8-speed automatic transmission. This engine is capable of producing 242 horsepower and 350Nm of torque and delivers a fuel efficiency of 10.5 Km/L. With this engine, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 7.5 seconds and has a top speed of 235 Km/h.
The 2018 Sonata has been fitted with “Noise, Vibration, Harshness (NVH) System” that reduces the road and engine noise to deliver a quiet and enjoyable ride. The 2018 Hyundai Sonata features Drive Mode Control System that comes with Normal, Sport and ECO modes, which can be selected according to the preference of the driver.
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Safety Features
Designed to enhance safety and stability, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata has been fitted with latest safety features to ensure that the driver is in control of the vehicle at all times. Some of the standout safety features in the 2018 Hyundai Sonata include:
- Blind Spot Detection System
- Electronic Stability Control System
- Dynamic Bending Lights
- Hill-start Assist Control System
- Advanced Smart Cruise Control System
- Advanced Airbag System
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Traction Control System
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with Individual Tyre Pressure Indicator
- LATCH
- Electronic Parking Brake
The optional safety features in the 2018 Hyundai Sonata include:
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Auto Emergency Braking System
- Pedestrian Detection System
- Lane Keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automatic High Beam Assist
Price of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata in the UAE
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata is already available in the UAE in three trim levels (GL, GLS and Turbo Sport) and two powertrain options. The starting price of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata GL is AED 69,900, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata GLS has a starting price of AED 106,000 and the most high-end trim level available in the UAE is the 2018 Hyundai Sonata Turbo Sport, which has a starting price of AED 118,000.
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