Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a gas-electric hybrid automobile that will make its United States debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2008. It will be Hyundai's first gas-electric hybrid automobile, and the first Korean hybrid vehicle to arrive for sale in the United States.¹ The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid should be available for purchase in 2010.

Fast Facts

1. Passengers: 4
2. Engine: gas-electric
3. Fuel Efficiency: over 30 mpg²
4. 0-60: Currently unknown
5. MSRP: Approximately $30,000²

Trend Toward Hybrids

Hybrid and electric vehicles are popular at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, due in part to the price of oil and gas coupled with the economic recession. In addition to financial concerns, the public is becoming more aware of the environment and the impact of fossil fuel consumptions. Whatever the reason, manufacturers like BMW, Chrysler, and Dodge are all debuting electric or gas-electric hybrid vehicles and prototypes at the Los Angeles Car Show, reflecting a public desire for fuel efficient, green automobiles.

Competitors

• Chrysler EV
• Dodge EV
• Mini E
• Chevrolet Volt
• Toyota Prius
• Toyota Camry Hybrid
• Saturn VUE hybrid
• Saturn Aura hybrid

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Chrysler EV | Dodge EV | Mini E | Chevrolet Volt | Toyota Prius | Toyota Camry Hybrid | Saturn VUE | Saturn Aura | Los Angeles Auto Show

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