Hyundai Sonata-based hybrid will get unique styling, October 2010 U.S. launch

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Hyundai’s first hybrid will feature a 2.4L petrol engine and 30kW electric motor running on lithium-polymer batteries.

Viknesh Vijayenthiran - Motor Authority - Mar. 9, 2009

Hyundai quality has really improved lately... this could be an interesting vehicle. --Ed.

At last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show Hyundai rolled out a concept version of its Sonata sedan fitted with the company’s new ‘Blue Drive’ hybrid powertrain. Blue Drive is actually a new branding for Hyundai’s future range of eco-friendly models and will encompass everything from hybrids, to flex-fuel models and even aerodynamically-enhanced diesels.

Hyundai has been relatively quiet on its plans for its upcoming hybrid but the company’s R&D chief Woong-chul Yang has now revealed some important details about it. Speaking with Automotive News, Yang confirmed the vehicle will be Hyundai’s first petrol-electric hybrid when it launches in the U.S. in October next year. Yang also revealed that... [Read More]

[ChenZhen]

Thanks for the info. I get asked quite a bit about a future Hyundai hybrid.

[Right Lane Cruiser]

I'm glad you found new business by switching to Hyundai -- they make a good car and are quickly improving.