Hyundai launches 2011 Sonata Hybrid in New York International Auto Show 2010

HYUNDAI MOTORS unveiled a gas-electric hybrid version of its popular Sonata midsize sedan at the New York International Auto Show 2010 on Wednesday, April 6. The Sonata Hybrid is Hyundai’s first hybrid car in the United States market.

Hyundai Motor America President John Krafcik said, The 2011 model will get an estimated 39 highway mpg and 37 city mpg. It also can run fully on electricity at speeds up to 62 mph. He also said the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is the new kid on the block, but it’s not a follower. Hyundai Sonata gasoline engine engagement depends on the vehicle’s state of charge, acceleration and speed. Its two propulsion units develop a total output of 209hp at 6,000 rpm and delivering 195lb-ft of torque.

Sonata’s Hybrid system stores its electrical charge in a 270V Lithium polymer rechargeable battery and the Hybrid Blue Drive runs on the fuel-efficient 2.4L Theta II engine (169hp at 6,000rpm and 156lb-ft of torque at 4,500rpm) mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and a 30kW (151lb-ft) electric motor to extract the best fuel economy.

The Sonata is Hyundai's second-most popular vehicle in the U.S., where it sold 7,500 units in February. It is expected that the 2011 model of Sonata Hybrid will be available from the later this year. The price of this car is still not revealed but car industry insiders expect the new car will carry a price tag of roughly $27,000.

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