So, just how satisfying is the all-new 2011 Hyundai Sonata? Well, it’s so impressive that a renowned automotive consulting firm had to come up with a brand-new award just to honor it properly. Based on record-breaking consumer ratings in 48 separate measures—including comfort, convenience, performance and fuel efficiency—AutoPacific recently recognized Hyundai’s popular mid-size sedan with its very first “President’s Award.”
“Quite frankly, we were blown away by the results,” said George Peterson, who is, in fact, the president of AutoPacific. “The sheer magnitude of the 2011 Sonata’s score made recognition necessary. With a score of 775 out of 1,000, the Sonata exceeded everyone’s expectations. The Sonata’s unique styling was rated almost perfect and was a key driver to its overall superior performance in this research. Clearly, 2011 Hyundai Sonata drivers are extremely satisfied with their purchase.”
And that’s a lot of drivers, too. The Sonata sold 21,195 units in May, up 92 percent over the same month last year. That also was the third consecutive month the Sonata was the third-best-selling mid-size sedan in America on a retail basis, beating out rivals like the Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima and Chevrolet Malibu. A key factor in this performance: A unique combination of high content levels, engaging driving experience and stellar fuel economy, all at a very affordable price.
The dramatically styled Sonata offers standard features like remote start, a six-speaker sound system, an eight-way power driver’s seat and power windows/locks, along with a responsive 200 hp engine and the ability to achieve 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway, all for a starting price of just $22,595. But the Sonata is a tough package to beat regardless of potential rivals’ sticker prices.
“No vehicle has achieved a score of 775 before in our satisfaction research,” added Peterson. “The Sonata’s top score surpasses anything we have ever seen, including vehicles costing twice as much.”
Now just wait until customers see the Hyundia Sonata Turbo—offering best-in-class fuel efficiency (34 mpg highway) and performance (274 hp and 269 lb.-ft. of torque)—and the Sonata Hybrid—with estimated fuel economy numbers of 37 mpg city/39 mpg highway and a class-leading electric-only top speed of 62 mph. These two vehicles will put the current President’s Award winner up for re-election beginning later this year.
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