The company is not relying on design refinements alone to help the Sonata compete in the midsize segment, as the 2015 edition is also slightly cheaper than the outgoing model. The MSRP now sits at $21,960 for the SE trim level with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine.
“A strong value proposition has always been a cornerstone for Hyundai and the 2015 Sonata continues that tradition, with the base model priced $300 less than the model it replaces,” said Hyundai Motor America’s VP of sales, Bob Pradzinski.
The Sonata’s revamped styling reflects Hyundai’s “Fluidic Sculpture 2.0″ design language, with a Genesis-inspired hexagonal grille, new tail lamps, redesigned headlights and fresh wheel designs. The interior has also been updated with a larger center console and other tweaks.
The basic 2.4-liter engine and turbocharged 2.0-liter mill have been retuned for more torque and better responsiveness in the low- to mid-RPM range, however the peak output specs have not been upgraded. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Hyundai expects the first 2015 Sonatas to begin arriving at US showrooms by the end of the month.
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