Hyundai, a world-class car manufacturer, recently, introduced its new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid car in the 2008 Los Angeles International Auto Show. This one is considered at the company’s first production version gas-electric hybrid in the U.S. Earlier, Hyundai was expected to enter the hybrid market with its subcompact hybrids.
While introducing Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Hyundai also announced that it would soon achieve a fleet average of 35 miles per gallon by 2015, which will be five years ahead of the timetable for new fuel economy regulations. This new hybrid car provides a fuel economy of up to 20 to 25%.
Currently, Hyundai Sonata can run for 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will provide a better-combined fuel economy better than 30 miles a gallon. This car comes fitted with Sonata hybrid lithium battery system that provides high power from the gasoline engine and electric motor and even both together.
The new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be seen on roads in 2010. Its pricing is yet to be disclosed.
