Hyundai, the hottest-selling manufacturer in the United States, has further intensified the midsize sedan segment by increasing gas mileage and including Blue Link as a standard feature on the 2012 Sonata.
Blue Link® from Hyundai provides up-to-the-minute traffic and weather information and is a lifeline to emergency services and roadside assistance.
Synched to a smart phone, Blue Link will let the owner know where their Sonata is in a crowded baseball stadium parking lot or shopping center.
In addition to Blue Link, the 2012 Sonata will feature more safety, technology and convenience offerings including, HD Radio Technology and new seven-inch touch-screen navigation.
Source: hyundaiusa.com.
Facts & Figures: 2012 Hyundai Sonata
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Economy | 22 city / 33 hwy / 26 combined mpg |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
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