Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai Sonata
Power
250HP
Torque
304Nm
Consumption
9.9l/100
Emissions
235g/km
0-100 km/h
7.7s
Top Speed
230km/h
Weight
1584kg
Price
21,450€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
523 L
70 L
184 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai Sonata 3.3 V6 Premium Aut. · 250 CV (2010-2011)
General description
The Hyundai Sonata 3.3 V6 is an echo of an era when sedans were not afraid to show their power through a generous engine. Far from the downsizing era, this Sonata offered an honest and powerful proposition: a six-cylinder heart, exceptional ride comfort, and superb interior space, all wrapped in a discretion that today feels like a rare elegance.
Driving experience
Driving this Sonata is an experience of pure smoothness and linear thrust. Its 250 horsepower is delivered without abruptness, with the nobility of a naturally aspirated V6 that invites you to devour miles on the highway. It is not a sports car, but a great tourer. The suspension masterfully filters out irregularities and the silence on board isolates you from the outside world, creating a bubble of tranquility where the only protagonist is the distant purr of the engine.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a reflection of the sobriety and elegance of the late 2000s. At 4.8 meters long, its proportions are classic and balanced, without seeking stridency. It is a car that imposes by size rather than aesthetic boldness. Inside, space is the real luxury, with remarkable roominess both in the front and back. The materials and the layout of the controls, although perceived as from another generation today, convey a sense of solidity and durability.
Technology and features
At the time, the Premium trim meant being very well equipped, with an automatic transmission, climate control, and a good level of comfort. However, time takes its toll. You won't find giant touch screens or advanced driving assistants here. Its technology is that of a car of its time: functional, reliable, and direct, focused on mechanics and occupant comfort rather than digital connectivity.
Competition
In its fight for a place in the market, it faced well-established European and Japanese mainstream sedans. Models like the Ford Mondeo, Volkswagen Passat, Honda Accord, or Toyota Avensis were its direct competitors. The Sonata played the card of offering a V6 engine and very complete equipment at a more competitive price, a strategy that gave it an excellent relationship between power, size, and cost.
Conclusion
The Hyundai Sonata V6 is a magnificent sedan for those who value ride comfort, smooth power, and space over the latest technology or fuel efficiency. It is a smart buy on the second-hand market, a robust and reliable car that offers a travel quality typical of higher segments. It represents an extinct automotive philosophy, that of the large naturally aspirated engine as the soul of a tireless cruiser.