There has been news that the 2020 Hyundai Sonata might just make it to India. More specifically the eight-generation Sonata that was showcased in the New York Auto Show back in March of 2019.
In recent news, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata (and the Sonata Hybrid) has been awarded 5 stars (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) in NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) crash test safety. The test was conducted with multiple situations and impact points into consideration. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata also earned the the “Top Safety Pick” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
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Check out the video of the 2020 Hyundai Sonata crash test:
2020 Hyundai Sonata Safety Features
Interestingly, the Sonata also marks the debut on Hyundai’s new third-gen modular car platform. This particular platform is specially developed with safety in mind with revolutionary features like multi-load path structure; which distributes the impact in the chassis (isolating the cabin) and use of high-tensile, hot-stamped steel for the frame. The wheels on the new Sonata are designed in a way that they move away from the body to avoid spinning the vehicle causing another impact.
Features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist & Lane Follow Assist are also included in the list in the new sedan
Watch this video to know more:
2020 Hyundai Sonata Design Features
The new 2020 Sonata has also been refreshed in terms of design. The sedan now carries elements from the Hyundai Le Fil Rouge concept that was showcased back in the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.
Upfront, you will notice, what Hyundai calls a Digital Pulse Cascading Grille integrated down the bonnet with hidden light elements (somewhat like in the New 2020 Creta). The same design philosophy is seen on the backside which will remind you a lot of the Hyundai Aura with the bold lettering spelling out SONATA.
Hyundai Sonata Engine Options
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata comes with a myriad of engine options available in the global market:
- A 176 bhp, 1.6-litre twin-turbocharged petrol engine
- A 245bhp, 2.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol engine
- And a 185 bhp, 2.4-litre inline-four petrol motor
In some market, the 2020 Sonata is also available in a Petro-LPG and Petrol-Hybrid variant.
Hyundai Sonata Launch and Price in India
As of now, Hyundai is scouting the Indian automobile market to scoop out an opportunity for the 2020 Sonata. If and when launched, the new Sonata will compete against the Skoda Superb, Toyota Camry and the Volkswagen Passat in India.
Expect the pricing of the New Sonata to be in the range of 35 lakhs to 38 lakhs (Ex-Showroom).
