2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid:

Though the regular Sonata has been renovated, but Sonata hybrid has been offered just unchanged from the last year.

Introduction of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid:

The car will enable you to enjoy features, space and safety of a small sedan that offers fuel economy to its users as well. This is the basic idea behind offering 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has been equipped with the same combined EPA ratings i.e. 37 miles per gallon as is offered by the Scion is runabout and yet it has everything to offer peace of mind and luxurious feelings that comes with driving Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Moreover this vehicle has been priced lower as compared to its rival hybrids.

What is there not to like in 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid:

One thing is that this car is still based on older design of Sonata. The conventional Sonata has been renovated largely with a sporty style inside and out, ride and handling characteristics have been improved as well along with a new feature set. But the battery assist mode was not ready in time and hence 2015 turn’s outto be a zombie year for the Sonata. It is just the same car with old design and features. If you are not careful towards having latest style and features in your car then buying it can be a great opportunity for you in every manner.

Another drawback in latest Sonata is in terms of fuel economy as compared to its rivals. Though it has impressive EPA ratings and it has its own merits but in fact Hyundai gets less than 40 miles per gallon combined. Earlier it was considered difficult to put EPA numbers in real world driving for Sonata. However its six speed automatic transmission which is an attractive feature in the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Standard equipment offered in 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid:

Standard equipment’s offered by this vehicle are as follows:

·         16-inch alloy wheels

·         automatic headlights

·         LED running lights

·         Fog lights

·         LED taillights

·         heated mirrors

·         keyless ignition

·         keyless entry

·         LED interior lighting

·         dual-zone automatic climate control

·         cruise control

·         a trip computer with a hybrid-specific status display

·         heated front seats

·         a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with auxiliary controls

·         Bluetooth phone

·         audio connectivity

·         Hyundai's Blue Linkemergency communications system

·         a rearview camera

·         a six-speaker sound system with a 4.3-inch touchscreen

·         satellite and HD radio

·         iPod/USB

·         auxiliary audio inputs

·         a CD player

Safety features offered by the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid:

In crash testing, the Sonata Hybrid got five out of five stars. Among these four starts were given for frontal impacts and five stars for side impacts. Also it has been awarded with highway safety award.

Special features of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid:

The2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid does not have fresh design this year. But still it is pretty and respectable quality material, intuitive control and straight forward. Sonata Hybrid has unique slick looking gauge cluster. Also there is a separate LCD display that has been designed to offer fuel efficient driving experience. The fresh 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybridis adorned with refreshed layout and is more contemporary as offered in regular 2015 Sonata in function and form or even both.

Front seats of the Hyundai Hybrid are very nicely padded as well as shaped for long journeys. Its bottom cushions are short enough to offer complete thigh support for people who have long legs. The back seat offers plenty of space for two adults. But if they are tall then there might be some issue. It offers 12.1 cubic feet for the users.

Driving impressions:

The acceleration of 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a pleasant surprise for the users. It reaches to maximum speed from 0 to 60 in just 8 seconds. Strength of the electric motor of the car is stronger as compared to the numbers suggest about it. Another factor is that conventional Sonata is more responsive than the CVT found in hybrid sedans. In order to match the EPA estimated value of conventional Sonata much focused is needed. Owners must expect 30 miles per gallon or better.

The 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers agreeable ride on roads and noise of its cabin stays within the reasonable limits. While taking turns, the car offers secure and stable driving experience. In case you are fond of sports cars and you can’t afford to have it then buying the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is best idea offering sporty look to the users.

Biggest dynamic drawback of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is unusual brake pedal resource. Most of the sedans are little odd because of their regenerative braking systems but quirks of Hyundai are apparent more than usual.

In short, the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has something to offer to all its users somehow or the other at its best.