2018 Hyundai Sonata SEL

Exterior Features

• Rear Trunk/Liftgate: Sensor-Activated
• Rear Trunk/Liftgate: Power Operated
• Front Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Door Handle Color: Chrome
• Mirror Color: Body-Color
• Exhaust Tip Color: Chrome
• Rear Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Grille Color: Metallic
• Window Trim: Chrome

Comfort Features

• Shift Knob Trim: Leather
• Steering Wheel Trim: Leather
• Interior Accents: Metallic-Tone
• Armrests: Rear Folding
• Armrests: Rear Center With Cupholders
• Floor Material: Carpet
• Door Sill Trim: Scuff Plate
• Door Trim: Leatherette

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Front Air Conditioning
• Air Filtration

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt And Telescopic
• One-Touch Windows: 1
• Reading Lights: Front
• Power Steering: Variable/Speed-proportional
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Multi-Function Remote: Panic Alarm
• Power Windows: Lockout Button
• Courtesy Lights: Door
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Rearview Mirror: Manual Day/Night
• Cupholders: 8
• Push-Button Start
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual Illuminating
• Power Outlet(s): Two 12V Front
• Assist Handle: Rear
• Center Console: Front Console With Armrest And Storage
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Cruise Control
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Phone
• Storage: Front Seatback
• Assist Handle: Front
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Multi-Function Remote: Proximity Entry System
• Cupholders: Rear
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Voice Control
• Storage: Accessory Hook
• Multi-Function Remote: Trunk Release

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Independent
• Front Struts: MacPherson
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Front Suspension Type: Lower Control Arms
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas
• Front Stabilizer Bar: Diameter 23 Mm
• Rear Stabilizer Bar: Diameter 17 Mm

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Disc
• Rear Brake Diameter: 11.2
• Front Brake Diameter: 12
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Braking Assist
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel
• Power Brakes

Drivetrain

• Drive Mode Selector
• Axle Ratio: 2.9

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Hill Holder Control

Engine

• Battery Saver
• Alternator: 150 Amps
• Battery: Maintenance-Free

In Car Entertainment

• Connected In-Car Apps: Google POIs
• Connected In-Car Apps: Google Search
• Connected In-Car Apps: Driving Performance
• Infotainment: Blue Link
• Smartphone Integration: Apple CarPlay
• Smartphone Integration: Android Auto
• Infotainment Screen Size: 7 In.

Audio System

• Radio: Voice Operated
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Bluetooth
• Radio: Touch Screen Display
• Internet Radio App: Pandora
• Antenna Type: Mast
• Total Speakers: 6
• Radio: AM/FM
• Radio Data System
• Speed Sensitive Volume Control
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Jack
• Auxiliary Audio Input: USB
• Radio: HD Radio
• Auxiliary Audio Input: IPod/IPhone
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Instrument Cluster Screen Size: 4.2 In.
• Clock
• Gauge: Tachometer
• Digital Odometer
• External Temperature Display
• Multi-Function Display
• Fuel Economy Display: MPG
• Fuel Economy Display: Range
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Oil Level
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Fuel Level
• Trip Odometer

Telematics

• Electronic Messaging Assistance: With Read Function
• Electronic Messaging Assistance: Voice Operated
• Driver Assistance App: Roadside Assistance
• Smart Device App Function: Maintenance Status
• Smart Device App Function: Lock Operation
• Smart Device App Function: Horn/Light Operation
• Wireless Data Link: Bluetooth

Lights

• Daytime Running Lights: LED
• Headlights: Auto Delay Off
• Headlights: Auto On/Off
• Headlights: Halogen

Tires and Rims

• Wheels: Aluminum Alloy
• Spare Tire Size: Temporary
• Tire Type: All Season
• Spare Tire Mount Location: Inside
• Spare Wheel Type: Steel
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Windows

• Window Defogger: Rear
• Front Wipers: Speed Sensitive
• Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent
• Power Windows: Safety Reverse
• Solar-Tinted Glass

Safety

• Rearview Monitor: In Dash
• Cross Traffic Alert: Rear
• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System
• Emergency Interior Trunk Release
• Camera System: Rearview
• Blind Spot Safety: Sensor/Alert
• Crumple Zones: Front
• Crumple Zones: Rear

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Side Airbags: Front
• Knee Airbags: Driver
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirrors: Integrated Turn Signals
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Manual Folding
• Side Mirrors: Heated

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Alarm
• Anti-Theft System: Vehicle Immobilizer
• Power Door Locks: Auto-Locking

Seats

• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Height
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Height
• Passenger Seat: Heated
• Driver Seat: Heated
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: 10
• Rear Headrests: 3
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 6
• Rear Seat Folding: Split
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Premium Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: 60-40 Split Bench
• Rear Headrests: Fixed
• Front Headrests: Adjustable
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Lumbar
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Reclining

Seatbelts

• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
• Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front
• Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Front
• Rear Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Front Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Emergency Locking Retractors: Front

Steering

• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 2.8
• Steering Ratio: 14.3

The redesigned 2018 Hyundai Sonata enters the market with a new look from the front, side and rear thanks to a "cascading grill," a more assertive profile and an entirely new rear; showcasing a clean and handsome approach with reimagined, slim taillights.

The 2018 Sonata now lights the way with LED daytime running lights. The new Sonata has a refined chassis with improved ride and handling. To achieve this feat, talented engineers increased the torsion bar stiffness within the steering system by 12 percent, which improves steering response and feel in all conditions. They then enhanced that improvement further with new steering calibration, focusing on responsiveness and on-center steering feel. Previous ratings for ride, handling and NVH showed customers were quite satisfied, so engineers just reset an already high bar.

In addition the Sonata receives an updated rear suspension. The trailing arms are 21 percent thicker, making them stiffer and better able to manage heavy suspension loads. New bushings work with the new suspension arms to allow for more ride compliance and yet quicken response time to control all other wheel motions. The result is a communicative, nimble and comfortable sedan.

The top-of-the-line 245 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged engine now includes an eight-speed automatic transmission, which adds ratio range at both the top and bottom of output speeds. The eight-speed allows for extra thrust off-the-line and a quieter, more fuel-efficient dash down the interstate. The 2.0-liter turbo models roll on 18-inch wheels, now with Michelin tires.

The 2018 Sonata features a standard seven-inch color display audio touchscreen with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The Sonata offers more safety features in 2018. In addition to seven standard airbags and a battery of safety systems, comes Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.