2012 Hyundai Sonata

How does the Hyundai Sonata get any better than it already is?  Check out this article from Cars.com on the changes for the 2012 Hyundai Sonata.








For the 2012 model year, all Hyundai Sonata models (including Turbo and Hybrid) get a new communication system and a large screen navigation option. Most importantly, Hyundai has improved the already class-leading fuel-economy ratings for the non-hybrid Sonata versions. Hyundai has recalibrated the base 198-horsepower four-cylinder engine to improve its fuel economy. Now both the automatic- and manual-transmission models achieve 24/35/28 mpg city/highway/combined. That’s a 2 mpg city improvement for the automatic transmission model, which is the way most models come equipped. The new rating makes the Sonata the most fuel-efficient midsize car, according to Hyundai. The 274-hp, turbo 2.0-liter also gets a 1 mpg highway improvement; it’s now rated at 22/34/26 mpg.
All models come with a standard communication system, which Hyundai calls BlueLink. It works much the same as GM’s OnStar, offering vehicle protection and convenience and emergency features: For more information on BlueLink, go here.
The optional touch-screen navigation has been upgraded to a 7-inch high-resolution screen, which is up from 6.5 inches in 2011. Sonata Limited trims now come with a three-piece panoramic sunroof as standard equipment. A backup camera is now available on the SE trim when equipped with a navigation and sunroof option. Only Limited trims had that option in 2011.
Hyundai hasn’t announced a launch date for the 2012 model or released any pricing information.