2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid officially launched

2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Hyundai has launched the Sonata Hybrid equipped with world’s first Active Shift Control (ASC) technology and solar roof system.

The Sonata Hybrid boasts hybrid exclusive design with enhanced dynamic elements. The hybrid model is equipped with unique characterizing cross hole cascading grille, rear spoiler, and alloy wheel which not only accentuate the look and feel of an eco-friendly vehicle but also provide fine-tuned aerodynamics.

Hyundai’s solar roof system makes its debut on the Sonata Hybrid. The system recharges the battery to increase travel distance while preventing unnecessary battery discharge. The solar roof system, with 6 hours of daily charging, is expected to increase travel distance by an extra 1,300 km annually.

Hyundai also applied world first ASC technology to improve the dynamic driving experience and fuel economy of the vehicle.

ASC applies new control logic software to the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU), which then controls the electric motor to align the rotational speeds of the engine and transmission, ultimately reducing gear shift time by 30%.

With the synchronization, ASC not only improves hybrid vehicle’s acceleration performance and fuel economy, but also durability of the transmission by minimizing friction during a gear shift.

The Sonata is equipped with Smartstream G2.0 GDi HEV engine and 6-speed hybrid transmission. The engine’s power output is 152 PS and maximum torque is 188 Nm. The vehicle’s electric motor delivers power output of 52 PS and maximum torque of 205 Nm. Combined system power output is 195 PS and vehicle also boasts combined fuel economy of 20.1 km/l.

Continuing from Sonata, the hybrid has latest high tech convenience features such as Digital Key. Via a dedicated smartphone app, Digital Key utilizes Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, which exhibits a high level of security. The NFC wireless data communication takes place only when the device and the reader are placed several centimeters apart.

Hyundai’s Digital Key can also control selected vehicle systems remotely via smartphone. Using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication, users can lock and unlock the vehicle, activate the alarm and even start the engine.

The level of access to different vehicle functions can be tailored to each user, for a defined period. The vehicle owner can preset the duration of vehicle use or limit the use to only certain features when renting the vehicle.

The Sonata Hybrid also has onboard array of ADAS features including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist and Lane Follow Assist.

2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

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