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2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo Debuts at NYIAS 2010

Hyundai introduced its 2.0-liter Theta II turbocharged gasoline direct-injection (GDI) engine in the 2011 Sonata at the NYIAS event today, revealing the new powerplant is capable of delivering an estimated 34 mpg highway rating, and 274 horsepower.

According to the carmaker, the new Sonata is the first Hyundai vehicle to have both GDI technology and a turbocharger. The power unit is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual control.

Drivers can access the SHIFTRONIC feature by moving the gear selector into a separate gate. Pushing the selector forward or pulling it rearward will shift the transmission up or down sequentially,
adding to driver control.

An LCD display on the instrument panel shows the gear being used. This new six-speed automatic is 26.4 pounds lighter than the five-speed it replaces and 1.6 inches shorter

"The Sonata 2.0T is a great example of what our Blue Drive product strategy is doing for consumers,"
John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America president and CEO, said in a release. "Think about it – more horsepower than any of our V6 competitors, with better gas mileage than any competitive 4-cylinder model. We're not fans of compromising at Hyundai, and the Sonata really demonstrates this aspect of our business approach."

The 2.0T engine will be available on the SE and Limited trim level, with the 2.0T Limited getting additional upgrades, including panoramic sunroof, 18-inch hyper silver alloy wheels, dual exhaust system and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
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