# New Hybrid Sonata **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [March 31, 2010, 10:59am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518 "2010-03-31T10:59:41Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Viper966](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/viper966/32/7268_2.png) [@Viper966](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Viper966)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 10:59am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/1 "2010-03-31T10:59:41Z")
It wasn’t that many years ago that no one really took the engineering capabilities of [Hyundai](http://www.autoblog.com/make/hyundai/) all that seriously. Thanks to recent introductions like the [Genesis coupe](http://www.autoblog.com/model/genesis+coupe) and [sedan](http://www.autoblog.com/model/genesis+sedan), the [Tucson](http://www.autoblog.com/model/sonata) and the [Sonata](http://www.autoblog.com/model/sonata), as well as consistently improving quality, the Korean automaker is rapidly gaining respect. Today at the [2010 New York Auto Show](http://www.autoblog.com/category/New-York-Auto-Show/), Hyundai debuted its first production hybrid model for the U.S. market based on the recently launched 2011 Sonata. As we saw in the teaser photo released last Friday, Hyundai has set its hybrid apart from conventional models with an all-new front fascia. However, the changes go well beyond the new grille and headlights. The new wheels combine with extended rocker panels to improve airflow across the flanks. At the back end, the bumper cover has been reshaped with sharp creases at the corners to control the air coming off and minimize drag, and there are set of really interesting taillamps with a sort of neutron molecule-like quality to them. The body alterations drops the hybrid’s projected drag coefficient from the standard Sonata’s already slippery 0.28 to just 0.25. As you might suspect, the really important stuff, however, is under the skin. [Follow the jump](http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/31/hyundai-sonata-hybrid-new-york-2010/#continued) to learn more and check out a video. ![http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/2011sonatahybrid001opt.jpg](http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/2011sonatahybrid001opt.jpg) ![http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/sonatahybrid244.jpg](http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/sonatahybrid244.jpg) ![http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/sonata-hybrid-9792.jpg](http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/sonata-hybrid-9792.jpg) ![http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/sonatahybrid233.jpg](http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2010/03/sonatahybrid233.jpg) more here ---
**Author:** ![TsiTalon](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tsitalon/32/5012_2.png) [@TsiTalon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TsiTalon)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 11:10am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/2 "2010-03-31T11:10:15Z")
> [@Viper966"](#): > > more here Where? ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 11:14am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/3 "2010-03-31T11:14:07Z")
Looks nice. Any price? I think it is funny how serious they are getting about drag. The new Chevy Cruze Eco will have shutters that close off the lower grille at higher speeds. I guess they are doing whatever it takes to get 40 mpg out of a decent sized econobox on gasoline alone. ---
**Author:** ![Viper966](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/viper966/32/7268_2.png) [@Viper966](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Viper966)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 11:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/4 "2010-03-31T11:16:03Z")
> **[New York 2010: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid gets unique look and 37/39 MPG rating...](https://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/31/hyundai-sonata-hybrid-new-york-2010/)** > > The motor generates 30 kilowatts (40.2 horsepower) and 151 pound-feet of torque and handles drive and regenerative braking duties. That's well short of the 106 hp of the Ford Fusion motor and the 141 hp of the Toyota Camry motor. Nevertheless,... ---
**Author:** ![system](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/2X/b/b7170c8eddc0b95ece6b88172b2f416a08489a45.png) [@system](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/system)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 11:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/5 "2010-03-31T11:16:10Z")
damn, Hyundia is really making an impression. Those taillights are a piece of art. ---
**Author:** ![Paulo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/paulo/32/7328_2.png) [@Paulo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Paulo)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 12:18pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/6 "2010-03-31T12:18:24Z")
> [@mafdark](#): > > damn, Hyundia is really making an impression. Those taillights are a piece of art. x2. I really like those. On a sidenote, are Hyundai warranties transferable? ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 12:43pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/7 "2010-03-31T12:43:11Z")
> 10-YEAR / 100,000-MILE POWERTRAIN PROTECTIONCovers repair or replacement of powertrain components (i.e., selected engine and transmission/transaxle components), originally manufactured or installed by Hyundai that are defective in material or factory workmanship, under normal use and maintenance. **Coverage applies to original owner only** , effective with 2004 model year and newer model year vehicles. On 1999 - 2003 model years, coverage applies to original owner and immediate family members (i.e., wife, husband, daughter, son, stepdaughter, stepson). > > Second and/or subsequent owners have powertrain components coverage under the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Excludes coverage for vehicles in commercial use (i.e., taxi, route delivery, delivery service, rental, etc.). > > 5-YEAR / 60,000-MILE NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTYCovers repair or replacement of any component manufactured or originally installed by Hyundai that is defective in material or factory workmanship, under normal use and maintenance. > > The following components are covered for time and mileage limits indicated: > > Radio and audio systems (i.e., radio, compact disc player, DVD player, navigation system, and Bluetooth®): 3 years / 36,000 miles > Paint: 3 years / 36,000 miles > Battery: 3 years / unlimited miles (100% covered 2 years / unlimited miles; after 2 years and within 3 years, 25% cost of battery and 100% labor cost covered) > Air conditioner refrigerant charge: 1 year / unlimited miles > Adjustments: 1 year / 12,000 miles > Wear items: 1 year / 12,000 miles (e.g., belts, brake pads and linings, clutch linings, filters, wiper blades, bulbs, fuses) Good for someone looking to keep the car for a long time and drives less than 10k miles a year. Interesting that they have not made the powertrain transferable like other companies. ---
**Author:** ![Geehee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/geehee/32/7238_2.png) [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 1:11pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/8 "2010-03-31T13:11:18Z")
i feel dirty but i like it. ---
**Author:** ![Viper966](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/viper966/32/7268_2.png) [@Viper966](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Viper966)\ **Post date:** [March 31, 2010, 3:05pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-hybrid-sonata/152518/9 "2010-03-31T15:05:17Z")
Hyundai usually will warranty the power train, but i belive it drops down to 5/60 for a 2nd owner