2008 Hyundai Sonata

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Interior

Inside Sonata’s roomy interior every control and feature is well within reach and properly placed for your convenience and safety.
Heated front seats with high-quality leather upholstery take the chill out of winter and are standard on the GLS, GLS V6 and Limited models.
Carry hockey equipment or luggage with ease in the roomy 462L trunk.
All Sonata models are equipped with standard power windows, locks & mirrors along with keyless remote entry with alarm.
All models are equipped with a 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system.
A premium audio system with XM Satellite Radio, 6-CD changer and 7-speakers is standard on the GLS and Limited models.
Steering wheel-mounted audio controls are standard on all models except the GL.
Enjoy an 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support on all models except the GL, which features a manual 8-way adjustable seat with lumbar support.
Non-CFC air conditioning is a standard feature. GLS and Limited models also feature automatic temperature control and external temperature display.
Every model is equipped with steering-wheel mounted cruise control.

 

Exterior

Sonata was voted EnerGuide’s most Fuel-Efficient Full-Size Car by Natural Resources Canada’s Fuel Consumption Guide in 2007
Sonata boasts a sleek sophisticated style that marries perfectly with an incredible sense of comfort, roominess and fuel-smart performance.
New for 2008: Chrome door handles are standard on the GLS and Limited models.
Duel chrome-tipped exhausts boost performance while adding good looks. Standard on all V6 models.
Sonata is the first Hyundai to be manufactured right here in North America, at Hyundai’s manufacturing plant in Montgomery, Alabama.
A power tilt-and-slide sunroof comes standard with most Sonata equipment packages.
Wheel choices on the Sonata include 16-inch steel, 16-inch alloy or 17-inch alloy.
The Sonata was awarded the Consumer Digest Best Buy Award in 2007.
Body colour, power, heated outside mirrors are standard on all models.

 

Mechanical

A 2.4L 162 hp 4-cylinder engine with continuously variable valve timing is standard the GL and GLS models.
An available 3.3L 234hp, 24-valve DOHC V6 engine delivers satisfying power yet remains satisfyingly fuel-efficient.
Sonata’s dual-mode automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC gives you the control to fully engage with the road while driving.
The GL features a standard 5-speed manual transmission or an available 4-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC.
The Sonata can tow up to 454kg without a trailer brake.
4-wheel disc brakes are standard on all models.
Hyundai embarked on its quality mission in 1999 with the launch of its “Zero Defects” program. The results are obvious.
ABS brakes are standard on all models from the GL Premium Package all the way up to the Limited V6.

 

Safety

Sonata has received 5-star crash test ratings for both front and side impacts from the NHTSA.
Every Sonata comes equipped with a 6-airbag system including front, seat-mounted side-impact and roof-mounted side curtain airbags.
Sonata’s reinforced unibody construction is comprised of high-tensile steel to protect passengers.
Front/rear crumple zones, body-side reinforcements, hood-buckling creases and an energy-absorbing steering column help protect passengers.
Electronic Stability Control with the Traction Control System works with ABS braking to keep you on the road. Available on Sonata Limited V6.
Height adjustable headrests and 3-point seatbelts are standard in every seating position on the Sonata.
A remote keyless entry system with alarm means no more fumbling with your keys in the parking lot.
The LATCH child-restraint system is standard and helps ensure easy and accurate installation of child seats.

 

Accessories

A plastic hood protector prevents dents and scratches caused by road and vehicle debris.
Designed to meet all your towing needs, a Hyundai hitch can also accommodate a wide variety of hitch-mounted accessories.
This roof rack is durable and quick-locking and lets you transport cargo without sacrificing interior cargo room.
Add a touch of style and sportiness to your vehicle with an aerodynamic rear spoiler.

 

Warranty

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a 5-year/100,000 km Comprehensive Limited Warranty.
2. Sonata is covered by a 5-year/100,000km Powertrain Warranty.
You will never be stranded with the 3-year/Unlmited km Hyundai Roadside Assistance Program.
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