It's all about the MPG race now.
Hyundai's new 2011 Sonata Hybrid takes a huge step above its competition and shines in the spotlight. Why? Because it combines the great fuel economy of a small hybrid with the elegance of a mid-sized luxury sedan.
With a 36 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway, Hyundai's latest creation ranks in as the most fuel-efficient mid-sized sedan. Combining truly innovative aerodynamics with modern design and styling, the Sonata hybrid is expected to win over the hearts of many consumers who are looking to join in on the hybrid fun.
Although speedsters who are hoping to race along at 90 mph may be disappointed at the Sonata's 75 mph limit, this vehicle's top speed still surpasses its competitors such as the Hybrid Ford Fusion and the Nissan Altima. The top speed, along with innovative aerodynamics such as the drag reducing shutters behind the grill, are just two reasons why the vehicle has its impressive fuel economy.
The vehicle's drivetrain is equally impressive. "The challenge was to come up with our own hybrid system while working around existing patents." Mark Guin, Hyundai Senior Development Engineer said. "We believe that the solution we came up with is elegantly simple."
Hyundai's solution is called a transmission-mounted electrical device, TMED. The device features a powerful electric motor and a solenoid-activated clutch pack. Replacing what would be a traditional torque converter, the TMED system allows for the creation of a conventional automatic transmission without the shortfalls of a torque converter.
"The TMED enables our 40 mpg highway mileage and high-speed EV operation. Because the torque from the motor runs through all of the transmission's six gears, we can keep the motor running at its optimal rpm," Guin explained.
The combination system allows the gearbox to receive either 40.8 horsepower from the 30 kilowatt electric motor, 166 horsepower from the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, or both simultaneously. Hyundai's state of the art system allows the vehicle to achieve its great fuel economy, and even saves customers more money with its reasonable, $25,795 msrp.
Source: Tom's Guide
Hyundai's new 2011 Sonata Hybrid takes a huge step above its competition and shines in the spotlight. Why? Because it combines the great fuel economy of a small hybrid with the elegance of a mid-sized luxury sedan.
With a 36 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway, Hyundai's latest creation ranks in as the most fuel-efficient mid-sized sedan. Combining truly innovative aerodynamics with modern design and styling, the Sonata hybrid is expected to win over the hearts of many consumers who are looking to join in on the hybrid fun.
Although speedsters who are hoping to race along at 90 mph may be disappointed at the Sonata's 75 mph limit, this vehicle's top speed still surpasses its competitors such as the Hybrid Ford Fusion and the Nissan Altima. The top speed, along with innovative aerodynamics such as the drag reducing shutters behind the grill, are just two reasons why the vehicle has its impressive fuel economy.
The vehicle's drivetrain is equally impressive. "The challenge was to come up with our own hybrid system while working around existing patents." Mark Guin, Hyundai Senior Development Engineer said. "We believe that the solution we came up with is elegantly simple."
Hyundai's solution is called a transmission-mounted electrical device, TMED. The device features a powerful electric motor and a solenoid-activated clutch pack. Replacing what would be a traditional torque converter, the TMED system allows for the creation of a conventional automatic transmission without the shortfalls of a torque converter.
"The TMED enables our 40 mpg highway mileage and high-speed EV operation. Because the torque from the motor runs through all of the transmission's six gears, we can keep the motor running at its optimal rpm," Guin explained.
The combination system allows the gearbox to receive either 40.8 horsepower from the 30 kilowatt electric motor, 166 horsepower from the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, or both simultaneously. Hyundai's state of the art system allows the vehicle to achieve its great fuel economy, and even saves customers more money with its reasonable, $25,795 msrp.
Source: Tom's Guide
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