Customers will be treated to many more great features in addition to the Blue Link technology. The 2012 Sonata GDI now leads the entire midsize car segment in all fuel economy figures. An all-four cylinder engine lineup helps provide fantastic fuel efficiency for FL Hyundai drivers.

The 2012 Sonata GDI achieves an incredible 24-mpg city, 35-mpg highway, and 28-mpg combined. The 2012 Sonata 2.0T achieves 34-mpg highway, making it more efficient than the 2011 model.

Additionally, FL Hyundai Sonata shoppers can choose from three fuel-efficient powertrains: an original 2.4-liter GDI I4 engine, a 2.0-liter turbo I4 engine, or the 40-mpg hybrid model. Other great features for the 2012 Sonata include a seven-inch touch screen navigation with HD Radio Technology, rear backup camera, and a three-piece panoramic sunroof for the 2012 Sonata Limited model.

The standard Blue Link device offers FL Hyundai Sonata shoppers a safety, service and infotainment telematics system to improve the overall driving experience. The Blue Link keeps track of everything 2012 Sonata owners need to know. Hyundai drivers will be given up to the minute traffic, weather reports, and emergency and roadside assistance services. Additionally, the Blue Link can be synched to smart phones to help find the 2012 Sonata in crowded parking lots.

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In addition to fun convenience features, the Blue Link provides 2012 Sonata shoppers with many key safety amenities. Parents can be informed where their kids are driving and how fast they’re going. Plus, the Blue Link can run diagnostics, provide maintenance alerts, check fuel efficiency, and even locate gas stations with the best prices. Over 30 amazing features makes the 2012 Sonata the smartest Hyundai has ever build.

The 2012 Sonata features many safety features to keep all FL Hyundai Sonata drivers and passengers safe. The first measures start with a ultra high strength steel body structure, advanced airbags and the life-saving Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has tested this key feature and tests show the ESC results in 35% fewer single-vehicle crashes and 30% fewer single vehicle fatalities in passenger cars.

The 2012 Sonata also features four-wheel disc brakes, an anti-lock braking system, and electronic brake-force distribution. Six top-notch airbags throughout the car will keep all FLHyundai passengers safe if an accident should occur. Additional protection includes head restraints, three-point seatbelts, and a LATCH system for child seats

To learn more about the impressive 2012 Sonata at Hyundai of St. Augustine, please call 888-292-9681 or visit http://www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com.

The International Car of the Year award is based on how a car is compatible for the lifestyles of drivers and the car meets the needs and goals of consumers. FL Hyundai Sonata drivers agree that the 2011 Sonata is perfect for driving through FL and beyond on road trips.

“With a completely new look for 2011, the Sonata really took us by surprise,” said Courtney Caldwell, ICOTY Executive Producer. “Hyundai laces the new Sonata with serious hardware including sporty suspension tuning and a strong powertrain that achieves best-in-class fuel economy scores. Combine that with a stunning shape and design, it truly is a complete package that will satisfy the emotional connection consumers seek when shopping for a mid-size sedan.”

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If that is not impressive enough, the 2011 FL Hyundai Sonata also scored the highest out of 14-years of ranking cars off of the point system created by Strategic Vision. The Sonata even beat out the competitors that were categorized as luxury vehicles.

“When the data came back on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata, it was so impressive it prompted us to re-examine the data several times to be certain,” said Strategic Vision President Alexander Edwards. “The findings were solid with particular superiority with owners ranking Value for Money, Technical Innovation, Standard Equipment, Fuel Economy and great Warranty all wrapped in a vehicle with eye-catching styling.”

The 2011 Sonata features new Theta II 2.4 –liter gasoline direct injection, 198 standard horsepower, HD Radio Technology, Bluetooth, and XM Satellite Radio. Safety features include occupant classification system, driver and front passenger side-impact airbags, active front head restraints, and electronic stability control system. The 2011 model is the complete package that will make any FL Hyundai Sonata driver completely happy.

Additionally, the 2011 FL Hyundai Sonata was recently awarded as one of the Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com Best Family Cars for 2011. The 35-mpg highway capability and numerous safety features lead the 2011 model to winning this coveted award.

To learn more about the 2011 FL Hyundai Sonata and the awards it has won, or to test-drive one for yourself, head to a prominent FL Hyundai Sonata dealer, Hyundai of St. Augustine. You can also check out http://www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com/ or call 888-292-9681 to get a price quote today.

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has been a top choice for Jacksonville shoppers who don’t want to sacrifice safety for style and efficiency.

Sonata is built from the ground up with safety in mind, with a hot stamped ultra-high-strength steel body structure, advanced airbag technology and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), delivering on Hyundai’s commitment to both active and passive safety technology leadership. In 2005, the Sonata was the first popular midsize sedan to standardize ESC– once again every 2011 Sonata has lifesaving ESC as standard equipment. This is important because the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported that ESC results in 35 percent fewer single-vehicle crashes and 30 percent fewer single-vehicle fatalities in passenger cars.

2011 Sonata is Smart Choice for Jacksonville Hyundai Shoppers

A smart choice for Jacksonville families, the 2011 Sonata also features a state-of-the-art Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) including Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD). Sonata features six airbags—including dual front, front seat-mounted side-impact, and front and rear side curtain airbags—along with active front-seat head restraints.

“Hyundai’s Sonata beat out the midsize sedan competition to earn Kiplinger’s Best New Car award this year for an innovative redesign that’s parent and kid-friendly,” said Jessica Anderson, associate editor, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine.  “The turbocharged Sonata SE 2.0T has the most horsepower in the segment and nimble handling for Mom or Dad. The back seat fits two child car seats easily, plus it has decent legroom and cup holders in the rear armrest.”

Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata shoppers have their choice of turbo and hybrid versions of the 2011 Sonata. The turbocharged 2011 Sonata 2.0T produces a combination of segment-leading fuel efficiency and power, with an estimated 33 mpg highway rating and 274 horsepower. The Sonata Hybrid is also projected to deliver best-in-class highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, while also offering outstanding city fuel economy of 36 mpg.

Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers who would like to learn more about the Sonata can call Hyundai of St Augustine at (888) 292-9681 to schedule a test drive.

There is no question that the 2011 Hyundai Sonata is getting praise from all its critics in addition to the praise of Jacksonvile FL Hyundai drivers. New awards and titles for the Sonata are announced almost weekly. The Sonata just scored the highest ever on the Strategic Vision Total Value Index. The Sonata won both the Special Total Value award and the 2011 International Car of the Year.

The International Car of the Year award is based on how a car is compatible for the lifestyles of drivers and the car meets the needs and goals of consumers. Jacksonville FL Hyundai drivers agree that the 2011 Sonata is perfect for driving both in Jacksonville and on longer road trips.

“With a completely new look for 2011, the Sonata really took us by surprise,” said Courtney Caldwell, ICOTY Executive Producer. “Hyundai laces the new Sonata with serious hardware including sporty suspension tuning and a strong powertrain that achieves best-in-class fuel economy scores. Combine that with a stunning shape and design, it truly is a complete package that will satisfy the emotional connection consumers seek when shopping for a mid-size sedan.”

Jacksonville FL Hyundai Drivers Choose the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

If that is not impressive enough, the 2011 Sonata also scored the highest out of 14-years of ranking cars off of the point system created by Strategic Vision. The Sonata even beat out the competitors that were categorized as luxury vehicles.

“When the data came back on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata, it was so impressive it prompted us to re-examine the data several times to be certain,” said Strategic Vision President Alexander Edwards. “The findings were solid with particular superiority with owners ranking Value for Money, Technical Innovation, Standard Equipment, Fuel Economy and great Warranty all wrapped in a vehicle with eye-catching styling.”

The 2011 Sonata features new Theta II 2.4 –liter gasoline direct injection, 198 standard horsepower, HD Radio Technology, Bluetooth, and XM Satellite Radio. The 2011 Sonata is the complete package- and starts at a price that Jacksonville FL Hyundai drivers will love- just $19,195.

“Consumer response to the all-new 2011 Sonata shows the strong appeal of Hyundai’s recipe of bold design, great quality, a segment-best 35 miles per gallon, and outstanding residual values,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president, Corporate and Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America.

To find out more information about the 2011 Sonata and the awards it has won or to test-drive one for yourself head to Hyundai of St. Augustine. Call 904-352-2515 to get a price quote today.

If you own a Hyundai Sonata in Jacksonville, you’ll be pleased to know that Hyundai demand has continued its momentum with more than 268,000 in market shoppers in January, representing a 21 percent increase from December 2010. The all new 2011 Elantra was the second most shopped Hyundai model achieving a six month high in demand and a 39 percent increase from December. Industry wide, January shopper volume (2.8 million) increased 11 percent compared to January 2010, demonstrating the continued recovery in automotive shopping interest.

“Sonata’s ability to attract and engage consumers over the past nine months has been impressive and they have successfully converted many of these shoppers into actual buyers with Sonata sales up 150 percent in January,” said Dennis Bulgarelli, director of Automotive at Compete. “Shopping activity for the entire industry is up 11 percent, starting off what we think will be a strong year for the automotive industry.”

2011 Sonata Continues to Outsell

The Jacksonville Hyundai Dealer and Hyundai of St. Augustine would like all customers to know that Hyundai’s all new 2011 Sonata represents a modern approach to the traditional midsize sedan segment by using only advanced four?cylinder engines, dynamic design and luxury features offered with Hyundai’s strong value proposition.

The Sonata launched with a new Theta II 2.4?liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in?house six?speed automatic transmission. The vehicle offers class?leading fuel economy of 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway and 198 horsepower standard. Sonata is also available in Turbo and Hybrid versions, with Hybrid achieving class?leading 40 mpg highway fuel economy.

With many safety features, including Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and Anti?lock Braking System, the Hyundai Dealer in Jacksonville proudly announces that the Sonata was the first midsize car to receive a five?star crash test rating under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s new, more stringent 2011 system and an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick honor, placing it in a safety position unsurpassed in the industry.

“A year after its initial launch consumers continue to be attracted to Sonata’s exciting design, best?in?class fuel economy and outstanding residual value,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president, Product and Corporate Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Starting off the year as the most shopped vehicle, Sonata is picking up right where it left off in 2010, when it set its U.S. sales volume record.”

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Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers will be blown away with the Hyundai Sonata’s eye-popping exterior.  Hyundai added a new a style to the 2011 Sonata and it doesn’t disappoint.  Drivers will cruise off with a raked roofline, shark-fin antenna, and a fresh sculpted grille.

The Hyundai Sonata comes with a standard with a powerful 2.4-liter V4 engine with 200 horsepower.  Jacksonville Hyundai drivers that are looking for a game-changing engine at a low cost then look no further then the hair-raising 2.0 turbo V4 twin-scroll engine with 274 horsepower, which is more powerful than the V6 Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima.  These impressive engines come with the option of six-speed automatic or manual transmissions.

The Hyundai Sonata also leaves its competitors in the dust when it comes to fuel efficiency.  With an 18.5-gallon tank on all three trims available, the Hyundai Sonata allows drivers to go on long road trips with fewer stops to the gas station.  The multiple award-winning Sonata can get up to 24 mpg city and a whopping 35 mpg highway with the 2.4-liter engine and 22 mpg city and 33 mpg highway with the 2.0T engine.

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“The all-new Sonata also upholds Hyundai’s legacy of value with exciting design, best-in-class fuel economy and outstanding residual value,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president, Product and Corporate Planning, Hyundai Motor America.

Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers will be happy to know that the 2011 Hyundai Sonata was a finalist for “Car of the Year.”  The 2011 Hyundai Sonata received a “Best Buy” award from Consumers Digest and was also named a “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety.

“Value, as we see it, is based on purchase price and ownership costs relative to quality, performance and subjective factors like comfort and design,” said Randy Weber, publisher of Consumers Digest.  “Few purchases are more important, or require more research, than buying a new vehicle.  Our analyses ensure that consumers are as satisfied with their auto purchase years after making it as they were on the day they drove off the lot.”

Hyundai of St Augustine would can’t wait to show Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata shoppers everything the 2011 Sonata has to offer! For more information on the award-winning Hyundai Sonata please call your Jacksonville Hyundai dealer, Hyundai of St Augustine at (888) 674-2380 or simply visit www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com.

“Sonata has delivered some pretty incredible results for us this year,” says John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America president and CEO. “Sonata is the Hyundai brand and it’s appropriate that it has led our best year ever. Sonata’s innovation has reset the most hotly contested, largest segment in the U.S. car market, with Sonata delivering more year-over-year retail sales growth – about 90,000 units – than any other car in the entire industry.”

“The Sonata has been an integral part of Hyundai’s transformation in Canada,” says Steve Kelleher, President and CEO of Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. “The effort our designers put into craft a dynamic looking car is paying off as Canadians have begun to claim that design is one of their top purchase reasons for Sonata. 2010 has been a record year for us and Sonata has carried us to this point.”

So why is the Hyundai Sonata, available at this Jacksonville area Hyundai, so popular with consumers not only in the United States but in North America?  Let’s take a look at some of the features and reasons as to why the Hyundai Sonata is a popular car with consumers.

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The Hyundai Sonata in Jacksonville offers fuel efficiency ratings that now set the pace in the segment, with the first ever35-mpg highway rating for a non-hybrid, a remarkable 33-mpg highway rating for 2.0T (which packs 274 horsepower, more than any V6 in the segment), a best-ever 40-mpg highway rating for the breakthrough Sonata Hybrid featuring industry-first lithium-polymer battery technology.  In the all-new 2011 Sonata, the engine delivers a best-in-class fuel economy of 35 miles per gallon (6.7 L/100 km) in highway driving while offering 198 horsepower (single exhaust GLS and Limited) and 200-horsepower (dual exhaust SE).

The 2011 Sonata, available at this Jacksonville Hyundai, scored well in all phases of NHTSA safety testing including five-star side-impact, five-star rollover and four-star frontal crash test, resulting in an overall five-star performance.  The Hyundai Sonata, available at this Jacksonville Hyundai, was built from the ground up with safety in mind, with a hot stamped ultra-high-strength steel body structure, advanced airbag technology and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), delivering on Hyundai’s commitment to both active and passive safety technology leadership.

According to market research firm Compete, Sonata was the most-shopped car in the market for six of the past seven months, helping Hyundai to a record 4.7 percent share of the U.S. market through November 2010.  “This car has meant so much to the success of our brand and our dealers,” says Krafcik. “While cars like Camry and Accord spend more than 50 days on a dealer lot, Sonata leads the segment in ‘days-to-turn’ through the first three quarters.  The average Sonata is sold in 16 days.”

For more information on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata or any other vehicle at Hyundai of St. Augustine, please call (888) 674-2380 or visit http://www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com.

The Sonata 2.0T debuts Hyundai’s first four-cylinder, turbocharged gasoline direct-injection engine. No premium fuel needed for this greener vehicle – Twin-Scroll Turbocharger and Direct Injection give Sonata 2.0T an estimated 34 MPG on regular fuel. Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers looking for power, prowess and incredible fuel efficiency should meet the new Sonata 2.0T at Hyundai of St Augustine.

The 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline direct-injection engine helps Sonata deliver best-in-class 274 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque across a broad rpm range, giving the Sonata 2.0T four-cylinder more power than many V6 engines.

Turbocharging and GDI are part of “Hyundai Blue Drive,” the company’s environmental initiative to continue industry leadership in fuel efficiency and sustainability, an important aspect for Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers.

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“The Sonata 2.0T is a great example of what our Blue Drive product strategy is doing for consumers,” said John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America president and CEO. “Think about it – more horsepower than any of our V6 competitors, with better gas mileage than any competitive 4-cylinder model. We’re not fans of compromising at Hyundai, and the Sonata really demonstrates this aspect of our business approach.”

One of the goals for the 2011 Sonata engineering team was world-class power-to-weight ratio. This philosophy was applied to the Sonata 2.0T, with the result of a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio of 12.2 horsepower per pound, significantly better than any mid-size sedan competitor.

This new compact transmission puts Hyundai into an elite class of auto manufacturers who have designed their own proprietary six-speed automatic transmissions. The strength of the design is its unique layout which makes it smaller, more compact and lighter than any other six-speed transmission on the market today.

Developed over a four-year period, Sonata’s new six-speed automatic is 26.4 pounds lighter than the five-speed it replaces. It is also 1.6 inches shorter and considerably simpler, having 62 fewer parts, which is key to increased durability, lighter weight and lower cost.

Motor Trend says, “The six-speed automatic transmission has a short first gear for snappy off-the-line punch and offers better efficiency than the five-speed it replaces. An unusually compact torque converter helps shorten the transmission’s length by 1.6 inches, and it’s 26 pounds lighter as well.”

The Sonata 2.0 Turbo completes the Sonata lineup, complementing a 40-mpg hybrid and the value-priced GLS Sonata, which offers a 2.4-liter I-4 engine as standard equipment. Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers can learn more about the Sonata lineup online.

Edmunds.com pronounces, “The 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T is a must-drive for any shopper considering a family sedan with more power than a base four-cylinder. Its combination of power and fuel economy simply cannot be matched”.

To see the 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T and all the other great Hyundai vehicles at Hyundai of St. Augustine, Jacksonville Hyundai shoppers can call 888-292-9681.

The 2011 Sonata was at the top of The Car Connection’s numeric ratings among all vehicles with a base price of less than $50,000. In earning this award, the Sonata beat out even luxury competitors including the Acura TSX, the Infiniti M37 and the BMW 5-Series, among others.

The “Best Car to Buy Award” winner was chosen from a field of 40 nominees by the site’s editors, who road-test nearly every new vehicle introduced each year. Editors rated each vehicle for performance, styling, utility, features and safety, and then also assigned a green score. The group then incorporated opinions from the Web in each review.

“The 2011 Hyundai Sonata is a stellar value in all its forms – standard, turbocharged, and hybrid,” said Marty Padgett, editorial director of High Gear Media. “The Sonata changes the midsize sedan game. Exceptional safety, fuel economy and standard features make it a must-drive for any new-car shopper.”

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Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata shoppers have their choice of both turbo and hybrid versions of the 2011Sonata. The turbocharged 2011 Sonata 2.0T produces a combination of segment-leading fuel efficiency and power, with an estimated 33 mpg highway rating and 274 horsepower. The Sonata Hybrid is also projected to deliver best-in-class highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, while also offering outstanding city fuel economy of 36 mpg.

The Car Connection was not the only one to give the 2011 Hyundai Sonata such high praise. AutoPacific also recently announced that the 2011 Hyundai Sonata has won its first-ever President’s Award.

AutoPacific, which has been conducting research on driver satisfaction since 1997, was not sure whether the hype of the new Hyundai was all real so they put the Sonata through a unique testing process. When all was said and done, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata surprised everyone with its score.

“No vehicle has achieved a score of 775 before in our satisfaction research. The Sonata’s top score surpasses anything we have ever seen, including vehicles costing twice as much,” they said.

Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata shoppers can learn more about the 2011 Hyundai Sonata and all the other great Hyundai vehicles at Hyundai of St. Augustine by calling 888-292-9681.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Shoppers Wowed by New Model

Hyundai has really thought of everything. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata makes driving more fun and more comfortable. With dozens of features to improve the driving experience for all passengers, the Hyundai Sonata is a quality car under the hood and a luxury vehicle on the inside.

From the rear seats to the dashboard, Hyundai has improved, added, and tweaked each aspect to provide 2011 Hyundai Sonata FL drivers the best automotive experience ever. Hyundai has even made it easier to get in the car and get it started. Equipped with keyless entry and ignition, searching for your keys while standing outside in an afternoon thunderstorm will be a thing of the past.

The Hyundai seat engineers have also improved the car seats for both the driver and passengers. The front seats have power adjustable options with lumbar support so you can find the perfect position that is comfortable for you. The driver seat has also been redesigned to provide more leg support so you can keep on driving. With heated front and rear seats, riding in the back is no longer something to be disappointed by. In fact, the 2011 Sonata offers more cargo and passenger room than comparable sedans. There is plenty of leg room, head room, and cargo room to go around.

Hyundai Sonata FL drivers will also love the 2011 Sonata’s sunroof. Just because you have to be in the car doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be able to enjoy the Florida sun. Other features to make commuting, errands, and road trips more fun include a built-in navigation system and an audio system with six speakers including a subwoofer, XM satellite radio, an iPod port, and an integrated Bluetooth system.

Rounding out the 2011 Sonata’s top-of-the-line features include a Homelink transceiver that makes it possible to turn on your home’s lights or open the garage door from inside the car and a trip computer that allows Sonata drivers to customize its settings to optimize the driving experience.

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Hyundai of St. Augustine is your leading Hyundai dealer in the state of Florida. Proudly serving 2011 Hyundai Sonata Jacksonville shoppers, Hyundai of St. Augustine offers friendly and knowledgeable sales staff to help you find the car of your dreams. Stop on by your Hyundai dealer at 2898 US Highway 1 in St. Augustine to take a test drive today.

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata is an award winning family Sedan that has come a long way since its debut for 2011. Florida Hyundai Sonata shoppers can expect a more spacious interior as well as a roomier cargo area due to a step up in class. Sonata moved from midsize to full size after beating government standards at 120.2 cubic feet. However, there is one thing missing from previous Sonata models that you will not find for 2011; a 6 cylinder engine.

2011 Hyundai Sonatas are manufactured only with 4 cylinder engines that maintain the same performance and high tech specs as its competitors such as the Camry and Accord both equipped with 6 cylinder engines. According to Hyundai 6 cylinders were injecting fuel behind the intake valves. “V6 engines are going away with the dinosaur,” says John Krafcik, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor America.

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Sonata shoppers have the option of choosing between a 2.4L 4 cylinder gasoline direct injected engine and a 2.0T 4 cylinder twin-scroll turbo engine offering 274 horsepower. Engines are equipped to minimize lag and eliminate fuel waste as well as improve power. Both supply buyers with a decent fuel economy such as 22/35 on the 2.4L and 22/33 on the 2.0T engines.

Hyundai of St. Augustine has offered years of reliable and affordable Hyundai vehicles and recommends the 2011 Sonata to all perspective Hyundai buyers. A re-vamped stylish interior and exterior including a 5 star safety rating fits the needs and wants for all shoppers.

Hyundai shoppers are encouraged to stop by Hyundai of St. Augustine to schedule a test drive in the 2011 Sonata, and witness that a V6 engine is not needed for exceptional quality and performance.

For more information visit www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com or contact us at (888) 292-9681.

Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata shoppers have always looked to the sedan for its ability to deliver unprecedented style and safety features at a cost much lower than luxury brand competitors.  Today, Hyundai of St Augustine confirms to consumers the 2011 Sonata continues Hyundai’s commitment to safety by upholding the most stringent safety requirements set forth by NHTSA.

2011 Sonata Continues Commitment to Safety for Jacksonville Shoppers

A new website published by NHTSA explains that, “Starting with 2011 models, NHTSA introduced tougher tests and rigorous new 5-Star Safety Ratings that provide more information about safety feature performance and crash avoidance technologies.” Under the new ratings system, an overall score is determined from a combination of front and side-impact tests and the rollover-resistance tests. The score is also determined by comparing results to the injury risk for the vehicle. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has earned a five-star rating for the new blended ratings, while most vehicles scored four stars.

According to the report, The Toyota Camry Hybrid saw its overall score drop from a mix of four- and five-star ratings to an overall three stars and the Nissan Versa had scored five stars in some tests for 2010, but the 2011 rating published by the News is two stars.

Hyundai has experienced record sales over the last few months with the Sonata leading the way in many categories. Sonata was the third-best selling mid-size car in the country in retail sales, well ahead of strong rivals such as Nissan Altima, Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion and was also the number one researched car at Edmunds.com for eleven straight weeks.

Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata shoppers can learn more about the 2011 model by going online.

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Jacksonville Hyundai Sonata dealer Hyundai of St Augustine announces that the 2011 Hyundai Sonata has received the highest safety rating possible of five stars.

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The 2011 Sonata, available now at Hyundai of St Augustine,  is one of only two vehicles out of the first 24 vehicles testes under the new rating system to achieve the highest rating.  The Transportation Department is currently making changes to the government’s existing 5-Star Safety Rating System that will make it more difficult for new cars and trucks to earn top scores.

“More stars equal safer cars,” said Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.  “Through new tests, better crash data and higher standards, we are making the safety ratings tougher and more meaningful for consumers.”

The new safety ranking system adds an overall score and considers crash-prevention technologies and a new test that simulates a car striking a pole to make a more accurate ranking.  The overall score is created by combining the results of front, side and rollover tests and comparing those results with average risk of injury and the potential for vehicle rollover of other vehicles.

The “Stars on Cars” safety rating system was first implemented in 1979 by the U.S. government and is administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  So many vehicles were receiving the highest rating using the old system, and with increases in technology, changes in the system were needed to update the safety standards for current times.  The new system makes it harder to achieve a perfect score.

The two cars of the first 34 vehicles tested under the new program received the top grade of five stars, the 2011 BMW 5 Series and the 2011 Hyundai Sonata.  So far, the average stars achieved by vehicles tested are four stars.  The Toyota Camry, the best-selling passenger car in the United States, received three stars by the new rating system.

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Features that make the 2011 Hyundai Sonata safe car include driver, passenger, side head, and rear head air bags, 4-wheel ABS, Traction Control Electronic Stability Control, Brake Assist, shift interlock system, body-side reinforcements, hood buckling creases and safety stops, front and rear crumple zones, energy-absorbing steering column and more.

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata in FL is available now at Hyundai of St Augustine.

For more information on the all-new 2011 Hyundai Sonata in Jacksonville, visit www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com.

With Hyundai’s announcement for their plan to build a brand new facility in California it is no surprise that the company has had an increase of customers over the past year. Hyundai is now also considered one of Kelly Blue Books the top-five brands for new American cars. Hyundai’s reliability and affordability is what keep customers satisfied. Take a look at what your local Jacksonville Hyundai dealership, Hyundai of St. Augustine has on the lot.

In recent years Hyundai has been challenging Nissan for third place in American sales. Hyundai has finally gotten enough sales to be competitive and it will be interesting to watch if Hyundai can get ahead.

“The latest Kelley Blue Book Market Intelligence findings show how the deck is being reshuffled in the automotive marketplace, with certain brands now holding places in consumer perception that we may not have believed just one or two years ago,” said James Bell, executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, who specifically noted that “Hyundai is truly on a roll.”

One of the most impressive attributes of the Hyundai line up is the impeccable fuel efficiency. Hyundai has made a new goal for the line up of vehicles they produce; the combined average across the board of the vehicle line up will be 50mpgs. Talk about saving at the pump! Hyundai’s dedication to affordability and value is at an entirely new level.

“We’re committed to setting the pace in this industry on fuel economy, and we’re inspired by the possibilities that our advanced Blue Drive technologies afford,” said John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America president and CEO. “Getting to 50 mpg and beyond seems like a huge leap, but by making this commitment and aligning our R&D initiatives now, we know we can get there.”

Vehicles such as the 2011 Hyundai Sonata already get up to 35-highway mpg so vehicles that can attain 50mpgs are in reach. In addition, Hyundai’s Hybrid has come to the US and has a lithium plymer battery pack to allow for 39 mpg on the highway. Hyundai is looking to save you money while at the same time being environmentally conscious.

Interested in purchasing a Hyundai in Jacksonville? Want an online quote? Check out www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com for more information. Hyundai of St. Augustine is the largest seller of Hyundais in Florida, stop in today!

The all-new 2011 Hyundai Sonata is a four-door, five-passenger sedan that has an established reputation for being well built and an excellent value for the money. The Sonata features a stylish coupe-like exterior and modern interior.

The front-wheel drive Sonata is offered in three trim levels: GLS, SE, and Limited. The GLS and Limited are powered by a 198-hp 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection four-cylinder engine.

The SE features dual-exhaust which increases the engine output to 200-hp using the same 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection four-cylinder engine. Standard transmission with the GLS trim is a six-speed manual, the SE and Limited use a six-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC.

The most impressive aspect about the 2011 Hyundai Sonata in Jacksonville, besides the price, are the standard features available compared to its rivals. The Sonata brings along a strong value proposition.The base Sonata GLS offers a number of features as standard; such as satellite radio, iPod connectivity and Bluetooth with phonebook download. These Sonata features are either optional or not even available on its peers. The top-of-the-line Sonata Limited even comes standard with everything except navigation.

Standard safety features include electronic stability and traction control, brake assist, six-airbags, occupancy classification sensor, and active front head restraints.

2011 Hyundai Sonata in Jacksonville

Hyundai of St. Augustine has the 2011 Hyundai Sonata in Jacksonville in stock, in all trims, colors and options. Call a Florida Hyundai advisor with any questions or to schedule a test drive at 888-292-9681. View the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Jacksonville inventory at www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com.

Hyundai of St. Augustine is a Family Owned Hyundai dealership in Florida. Proud to be the largest seller of new and used Hyundais in Florida, Hyundai of St. Augustine sells the full line of Hyundai vehicles. From a superior sales team, to the best service, parts and accessories in Florida – Hyundai of St. Augustine has all of your vehicles needs.

The Sonata is available in three models, the GLS, which is the base model, and the SE and the Limited.  Six-speed manual transmission is standard on the GLS, while the other models have a six-speed automatic as standard, which is optional on the GLS.The standard engine on all models is a 2.4-liter direct-injected inline four-cylinder good for up to 200 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque.

Alhough the engine is small, Hyundai proves that small, powerful engines can also be fuel-efficient.  The engineers at Hyundai worked hard to make sure that drivers get up to 35 MPG on the 2011 Sonata.  A feature that helps the car get the great MPG is the car’s Continuously Variable Valve Timing, which optimizes the air intake and boosts torque, as well as improving the off-the-line acceleration and passing performance.  The Sonata is so efficient, in fact, that it meet Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle standards in some states.

The 2011 Sonata is a top-selling car, as it was reported last month that it was the most shopped-for car in the month of May.  Don’t miss out on this great model!

Hyundai of St. Augustine, the leading Jacksonville Hyundai dealership, is proud to serve its consumers with great Sonata models and other new and used models.  Visit our dealership’s showroom at 2898 US Highway 1 in St. Augustine today or call (888) 292-9681.

Compete, a company which helps top brands analyze online customer behavior, compiled data across all major brands and found that the Sonata appeared on 130,000 car shopping lists.  It appeared more frequently than models such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Honda Civic and Ford Fusion, which are often at the top of lists like these.

With so many researching the Sonata online, it comes as no surprise that the sedan was a large contributor to the tremendous success Hyundai experienced in June.  As a company, Hyundai sales were up 35 percent compared to June 2009.  The Sonata factored in with gains of 49 percent from last June.

For the third consecutive month, the Sonata was also America’s third-highest selling mid-size sedan, well ahead of vehicles in its segment like Chevy Malibu, Nissan Altima, and Ford Fusion.

Sales are also up for the year to date with Hyundai on pace to surpass 500,000 vehicle sales for the first time in history.

“Consumers are discovering that the all-new 2011 Sonata builds on the nameplate’s legacy of value with exciting design, best-in-class fuel economy and outstanding residual value,” said Scott Margason, director of product planning, Hyundai Motor America. “The combination makes Sonata a top contender in the competitive mid-size category, so we are pleased, but not surprised, by the market reception so far.”

The Hyundai Sonata is quickly becoming one of America’s most popular vehicles while still remaining one of its most affordable.

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Award winning 2011 Sonata at Palm Coast Hyundai dealer

For 2011, the Hyundai Sonata, available at  Hyundai of St Augustine , is completely redesigned.

Smooth ride, high fuel economy, comfortable and handsome cabin, spacious trunk, capable handling, impressive value, strong safety scores and America’s best warranty (10 years/100,000 miles) have made the 2011 Hyundai Sonata from the leading Jacksonville Hyundai dealer an appealing choice for Florida Hyundai consumers. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata’s consistent favorable reviews have earned the prestigious AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award. The Sonata scored the highest ratings ever in the 14 year history of AutoPacific’s vehicle satisfaction research hence AutoPacific is awarding the 2011 Hyundai Sonata with its first-ever President’s Award.

Owners of the new 2011 Sonata rated the importance and satisfaction with their car on 48 different attributes. These attributes ranged from styling to warranty to image to acceleration. It is a very comprehensive list.

The factors most important to owners of the 2011 Sonata are: overall quality, warranty, value for the money, reliability/dependability, fuel economy, ride, feeling safe while driving, safety features, exterior and interior styling, driver’s seat comfort and handling.

The importance of exterior and interior styling to Sonata owners is substantially stronger than for a typical Premium Mid-Size Car owner. In fact, when asking how satisfied they are with the exterior styling of the Sonata, owners rated its styling almost perfect. Discerning  Orange Park Hyundai consumers will love the fluid styling of the 2011 Sonata from Hyundai of St Augustine.

Other than aesthetics, consumers rated the Sonata on overall satisfaction, exterior size, warranty, interior styling, exterior color, braking, fun to drive, reliability, fuel economy, feeling safe while driving, safety features, overall quality, value, cruising range, seating capacity, and image. In all of these areas, Hyundai owners rated the 2011 Sonata higher than or equal to the 2010 model year leader in the class.

Florida Hyundai consumers in Orange Park, Jacksonville or Palm Coast  who are market for an affordable, mid-sized family sedan can shop Hyundai of St Augustine’s inventory online and find great deals on the award winning 2011 Hyundai Sonata.

“With all we have seen and read about the 2011 Sonata, AutoPacific felt that it was necessary to put this vehicle to a unique test,” said George Peterson, President of AutoPacific, which has researched driver satisfaction since 1997. “Over the years, we have seen several important vehicles come to market that have attempted to redefine their brands.  They are often launched with a considerable amount of hype, but then fail to deliver a customer experience that truly satisfies.”

With the same methodology that AutoPacific has utilized since it began satisfaction research, 975 drivers of the all-new 2011 Sonata rated their cars in 48 separate categories ranging from the basics of comfort and convenience, to performance and environmental friendliness.

“Quite frankly, we were blown away by the results,” said Peterson. “The sheer magnitude of the 2011 Sonata’s score made recognition necessary.  With a score 775 out of 1,000, the Sonata exceeded everyone’s expectations.  The Sonata’s unique styling was rated almost perfect and was a key driver to its overall superior performance in this research. Clearly, 2011 Hyundai Sonata drivers are extremely satisfied with their purchase.”

But the story does not end there.  According to Peterson, these results are extraordinary from an historical perspective as well. “No vehicle has achieved a score of 775 before in our satisfaction research.  The Sonata’s top score surpasses anything we have ever seen, including vehicles costing twice as much.”

“Consumer response to the all-new 2011 Sonata shows the strong appeal of Hyundai’s recipe of bold design, great quality, a segment-best 35 miles per gallon, and outstanding residual values,” said John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America.  “This first-ever AutoPacific President’s Award, recognizing the highest score on this survey that AutoPacific has ever seen, is an apt tribute to our California design team, our global engineering team and the 2,700 team members at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama for their fresh thinking and dedication in breaking the mold of the staid and boring mid-size car.”

Central Florida Hyundai shoppers have helped make Hyundai of St Augustine the area’s #1 destination for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata.  Most recently, Hyundai of St Augustine was named he #1 Volume Dealer in the District by Hyundai Motor America.  

Hyundai of St. Augustine posted another best ever month, selling 147 total cars in May, 108 new cars and 39 used cars.  The 2011 Hyundai Sonata dominated the month with 45 new models being sold compared to 38 in April.  The Elantra also posted major gains.

Hyundai Motor America also saw significant gains in sales for the month of May stemming from the all-new Sonata and Tucson. Year to date, Hyundai sales are up 23 percent compared with 2009.

“As we continue to refresh and expand our model line-up, we are clearly appealing to customers who have placed Hyundai on their shopping list for the very first time,” said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America’s vice present of national sales.  “This considerable broadening of our customer base comes at a time when we are continuing to reduce our fleet mix, thus improving the overall quality of our market share.

“For the third straight month, our all-new Sonata is the third-best selling mid-size car in the country in retail sales, well ahead of strong rivals such as Nissan Altima, Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion,” Zuchowski added. “Sonata is the number one researched car at Edmunds.com for the eleventh straight week and consumers love Sonata’s breakthrough design, 35 mile-per-gallon fuel economy, and lower depreciation than Honda Accord.”

Central Florida Hyundai shoppers have helped make Hyundai of St Augustine the area’s #1 destination for Hyundai Cars.  Most recently, Hyundai of St Augustine was named he #1 Volume Dealer in the District by Hyundai Motor America.

Hyundai of St Augustine boasts one of the most comprehensive selections of new and used Hyundai cars, including the award winning 2011 Sonata. 

Hyundai of St Augustine, serving Jacksonville and the neighboring communities, combines what is quickly becoming one of America’s favorite brands with the best and most attentive customer service in the area.

The Sonata and Tucson were key models in the impressive month for Hyundai, with sales increases of 57 and 271 percent, respectively. The safe and attractive Santa Fe was up 59 percent, while the Genesis had a nine percent gain and its 10th consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases.

“For the second straight month, our all-new Sonata is the third-best selling mid-size car in the country in retail sales, well ahead of strong rivals such as Nissan Altima, Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion,” said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America’s vice present of national sales. “We’re glad to see Sonata’s unique combination of great design and segment-leading 35 mpg fuel economy is resonating with America’s car buyers.”

The entire Hyundai lineup is resonating with American consumers, and its time for Jacksonville customers to find out why.

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To see the vehicles that are setting sales records and turning heads, visit Jacksonville Hyundai dealership, Hyundai of St Augustine, at: http://www.hyundaiofstaugustine.com

The Cars.com analysis consisted of six automotive journalists (including Jim Healey and Chris Woodyard from USA Today and Brian Robinson from PBS’s “MotorWeek”), a family of four and three days to determine: What’s the best family sedan you can buy for $25,000 or less? The answer was clearly “Sonata” as the new Hyundai model easily outpaced the field with 794 points on a 1000-point scale, beating second-place finisher Camry by 42.

Cars.com editors said, “[Sonata’s] striking design won over most, but it was the whole package that grabbed the title . . . None of the competitors came close.”

Hyundai’s all-new 2011 Sonata represents a modern approach to the traditional midsize sedan segment by using only advanced four-cylinder engines, emotional design and luxury features offered with Hyundai’s strong value proposition.  The Sonata launched with a new Theta II 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in-house six-speed automatic transmission.  The vehicle offers class-leading fuel economy of 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway and 198 horsepower standard.

Hyundai also announced the 2.0-liter Theta II turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine and Sonata Hybrid models at the New York International Auto Show, rounding out an exciting new 2011 Sonata lineup.

Consumers can learn more about the new Sonata by visiting http://www.2011-hyundaisonata.com

“Sonata was built to raise the bar in the midsize sedan category by integrating modern design and tremendous fuel economy into Hyundai’s value equation,” said Scott Margason, director, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Winning the Cars.com Family Sedan Shootout against the traditional volume leaders validates that Sonata hit the mark, and is poised to change consumers’ expectations in this competitive segment.”

Hyundai of St Augustine in Florida is proud to be one of the top sellers of the 2011 Sonata, offering an enhanced selection of trims, colors and features for every new 2011 Sonata.  With the help of the Sonata, Hyundai of St Augustine has been breaking their own sales records for the past few months, with April being their best month on record. The popular Florida Hyundai dealer outpaced production of new Hyundai cars with an astounding 85 new cars sold, 38 of which were new Sonata sedans.

For more information on new Sonata cars for sale in Florida, visit http://www.hyundaiflorida.com/

Hyundai of St. Augustine

Our Florida Hyundai dealership is excited to present the award winning 2011 Hyundai Sonata to all Jacksonville Hyundai fans. The Sonata was voted by the IIHS as a “Top Safety Pick” for doing a superior job in protecting its passengers in front, side, rear and rollover crashes. In addition to having top of the line safety features, the vehicle must have electronic stability control, which is available in the 2001 Hyundai Sonata.

In 2005, the Sonata was ahead of its class by becoming the first popular midsize sedan to standardize ESC, after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that ESC results in 35 percent fewer single-vehicle crashes and 30 percent fewer-vehicle fatalities in passenger cars.

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata, available at our Jacksonville Hyundai dealer has always been a popular seller for Hyundai fans from Orange Park to Palm Coast. But that comes as no surprise to our team at our Florida Hyundai dealership, because the Sonata was built from the ground up with safety in mind. From its ultra-high-strength steel body structure to the advanced airbag technology, the Sonata certainly delivers to Hyundai’s commitment to both active and passive safety technology leadership.

Sonata for Sale at Jacksonville Hyundai Dealership

Hyundai of St. Augustine, the number one Jacksonville Hyundai dealer, believes that the 2011 Hyundai Sonata is a smart choice for Florida families. Test drive one today and see why the critics have named it a “Top Safety Pick” for all drivers.