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Hyundai Sonata II (Y2) 1.8 (97 Hp)
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Hyundai Sonata:
The Hyundai Sonata is a mid-size car that has been manufactured by Hyundai since 1985. The first generation Sonata, which was introduced in 1985, was a facelifted version of the Hyundai Stellar with an engine upgrade, and was withdrawn from the market in two years due to poor customer reaction. While the nameplate was originally only sold in South Korea, the second generation of 1988 was widely exported.
The Sonata is currently manufactured in South Korea, China, and Pakistan. It was named after the musical term, sonata. It was formerly manufactured in the United States from 2005 until 2022, though after 2022, American production was phased out....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (Y2) Overview:
Hyundai Sonata (II (Y2)). With 146 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1200 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (97 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An entry-level engine, offering modest performance suitable for city driving but can feel strained on highways.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy at 8.8 l/100 km for a base model, making it an economical choice for its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Good value for money compared to Japanese rivals
- • Wide range of engine options, including a smooth V6
- • Generally robust and reliable for its era
- • Distinctive styling for its time
Cons:
- • Handling not as refined as some competitors
- • Fuel economy on larger engines can be high
- • Automatic transmissions can feel dated and sluggish
- • Lack of advanced safety features (common for the era)
- • Interior materials could feel less premium than some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Y): 1985 - 1987).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Sonata |
| Generation: | II (Y2) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (97 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54 Hp/l [102mm more] |
| Torque: | 146 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1200 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 473 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4680 mm mm [102mm more] |
| Width: | 1750 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [29mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [71mm more] |
| Front track: | 1461 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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