Guessing from these renderings, it looks like the Hyundai Sonata will go through a quite major design remodeling soon.
Hyundai Motor revealed two different sketches on its Facebook, each sketch reveals four different Sonatas: the illustrations on the left depict a facelifted design while the best 2 drawings reveal older versions of the vehicle. Strangely enough, the leftmost Sonata envisioned in the teaser receives a “turbo” badge, meaning a new trim level for the midsizer.
The brand-new hexagonal grille takes after the making of other new Hyundai products, consisting of the 2018 Accent and 2018 Elantra GT. Together with a significant hood style, the facelifted model likewise includes a smooth back end that appears like it belongs on a sport coupe.
Hyundai presented a new Sonata for the 2015 year, so it’s due for a refresh anytime soon in the US. It’s likely the Sonata will get at least some of the same engine options, which consist 2.4-liter four-cylinder creating 185 hp, a 1.6-liter turbo-four with 178 hp, and a 2.0-liter turbo-four with 245 hp. Standard hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions are also offered.
The model remains Hyundai’s 2nd very popular product in the US, behind just the Elantra. While the sedan stays a solid alternative, Hyundai will have to resolve issues with improvement and driving characteristics before the Sonata ends up being a top choice in the midsize sector.
