I would say this was the first time Hyundai has gotten their quality game up in the US market. Even more so than with the "bigger" (on paper) XG earlier in the decade. What's weird is that during this decade, Hyundai had in fact TWO full-size sedans to compete with Avalon and Maxima... the Azera (leaning towards Avalon) and the Genesis (leaning towards Maxima...albeit with RWD).
Hyundai Sonata V6 specs
| Car type | 4-door saloon |
| Curb weight | 1560 kg (3439 lbs) |
| Introduced | 2006 |
| Origin country | South Korea |
| Views | 17.1k |
Performance
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.6 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 6.2 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 16.2 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.2 s @ 82.0 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 15.1 s |
| Top speed | 242 kph (150 mph) |
Powertrain specs
| Engine type | Lambda V6, DOHC 24V, CVVT |
| Displacement | 3.3 l (201 ci) |
| Power | 252 ps (249 bhp / 186 kw) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) |
| Power / liter | 77 ps (75 hp) |
| Power / weight | 162 ps (160 bhp) / t |
| Torque / weight | 199 Nm (147 lb-ft) / t |
| Transmission | 5 Speed SHIFTRONIC |
| Layout | front engine, front wheel drive |
Sonata V6 competition
AppreciateaGoodCar 10y ago
AWESOME CAR! I have this 2006 3.3L 24V. You get far more than your money worth. This car is underrated. It has a Stock High Performance Suspension System(Something that gets overlooked). It's very fast for a 6 cylinder engine. It handles awesome. I use Only 93 Octane Gas, Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil along with a K&N Air Filter. I also recently replaced the PVC Valve. There has been a few recalls, but the dealer fixed all, free of charge. GREAT CAR!
Raj 14y ago
Sonata is Sharp and stylish, spacious and versatile inside, it combines comfort, safety and reliability in a package that is affordable and economical.
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shruti 14y ago
Elegant exterior and fully furnished interior are prominent features of this car.
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Anonymous 18y ago
In Saudi Arabia this car very popular, my friend has Hyundai Azera with the same 3.3 motor as this car and he did 260 (160 mph). Its a really good car as almost all midsize cars go like 130 mph tops!
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FastestLaps 18y ago
But you can't deny that this is one mean motor! 250 hp V6 and 0-100 in 6.6 seconds. Quite impressive!
Anonymous 18y ago
my point exactly, didnt see the dudes point, i guess where he comes from 152mph hyundai is like 255mph Koenigsegg..lol watch out for that hyundai supercar..lololol
Anonymous 18y ago
this is crazy car! I have seen a video of this thing on you tube going 152 mph with just a k&N filter. Might have to check it out ;)
