We’re talking about a 2.4-liter I4 engine with 16 valves. The horsepower put out is 198 at 6,300 rpm and torque is 184 pound-feet at 4,250 rpm. The transmission is a 6-speed automatic. For fuel economy, you should expect 22 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. That’s not bad for the class.

The Yahoo! Green Rating is 68 out of a 100 so environmentalists can feel relatively comfortable driving this vehicle.

Standard features of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited include:

• Vehicle anti-theft by alarm and engine immobilizer
• Valet lockout
• Programmable power door locks
• Child safety locks on rear doors
• Traction control
• Brake assist
• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution
• Wireless communication access for Bluetooth-enabled devices
• HD AM/FM Radio With 360-Watts and 7 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; XM(R) Satellite Radio
• Daytime running lights
• Projector beam halogen headlights
• Front foglights
• Automatic climate control
• Voice activation for Bluetooth-enabled devices
• Steering wheel mounted controls for audio, cruise control, and wireless devices
• Tire pressure monitoring
• Front power glass tilt and slide moonroof

And there are plenty more features as well. For options, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited offers:

• Wheel locks
• Limited Navigation Package
• Bumper applique
• Wind deflector
• Remote start
• Cargo net

And much, much more. This is a great vehicle for the price point.

Starting at MSRP $18,700, this vehicle is affordable and easy to drive. It’s 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine delivers 175 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 168 pound feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. The 17.7 gallon fuel tank supports an estimated 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. Combined, the number is 25.

The 2010 Hyundai Sonata SE falls into the mid-size class and seats 5 comfortably. It also offers 16.3 cubic feet of luggage capacity and 40.1 inches of headroom in the front seats. Leg room for the front passengers stretches out to 43.7 inches while the rear passengers can sit comfortably with 37.4 inches of leg room. That’s not bad for a sedan.

The drivetrain is a 5-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The seats are leather with cloth upholstery, making it a comfortable ride.

Safety features include:

• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
• Traction control
• Stability control
• Standard airbags for the driver and passengers

A step up from the GLS trim, the SE features 17 inch alloy wheels with performance tires. It also features a rear spoiler, a sport-tuned suspension, steering wheel mounted audio controls and 8-way power driver’s seat. Optional features include an auto-dimming rearview mirror, sunroof, Bluetooth system, and a 240-watt Infinity sound system with 6-CD disc changer.

Standard audio features include AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 playback, element antenna and 6 speakers.

The SE trim also has two step up trim levels, the SE PZEV and SE V6. All three are front wheel drive, but the SE V6 increases the power of the Hyundai Sonata with a 3.3-liter 6-cylinder V6 engine, but it sacrifices a little bit in fuel economy. The interior and luggage capacity are the same as the SE with its smaller engine.

If you want a family car that gets around and looks pretty doing it, with practicality, fuel efficiency and comfort then the 2010 Hundai Sonata SE is a great pick.

Hyundai Motor America just announced that the all new 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS was named best in residual value by Automotive Lease Guide (ALG), the industry leader for establishing automotive residual values.  As stated in the Hyundai press release, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata, now available at Lehigh Valley Hyundai, outperformed “competitive 2010 models from Toyota, Nissan, Ford and Chevrolet in addition to premium brands such as Lexus, BMW, and Mercedes.”

This is quite an accomplishment for Hyundai and firmly establishes the brand as a big time player in the American retail automobile market.  Stop by and check out the all new 2011 Hyundai Sonata at your local Allentown Hyundai dealer.