2002 Hyundai Sonata
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2002 Hyundai Sonata:
Filled to the brim with comforts
and conveniences, the reasonably priced and elegant
2002 Hyundai Sonata offers three models that seat five
passengers with plenty of elbowroom. Overall performance
and handling are a pleasure, with a responsive drive
and sensitivity to changing driving demands.
The entry-level four-door Hyundai
Sonata Sedan sets safety standards high with such features
as three-point seatbelts at all seating positions, a
driver depowered air bag, passenger depowered air bag,
and side impact air bags. Child safety locks have been
installed in the rear seating area, and front fog lights
ensure optimum visibility in foul weather conditions.
Among the Hyundai Sonata Sedan’s
luxuries are air conditioning, cruise control, power
door locks, power windows, and dual power outside mirrors.
The list continues with an AM/FM stereo with CD player
and six speakers, tilt steering column, center storage
console, and a handy 60/40 split folding rear seat to
accommodate excess luggage and cargo.
In the performance department, the
Hyundai Sonata Sedan registers with a responsive 2.4-litre,
sixteen-valve, dual overhead camshaft, four-cylinder
engine which pumps out 149 horsepower. The standard
transmission is five-speed manual, making the most of
the engine’s acceleration capabilities. Four-speed
automatic is available as an option.
Each Hyundai Sonata Sedan is fitted
with fifteen-inch touring radial tires with full wheel
covers. The fully independent suspension, plus front
and rear stabilizer bars produce a smooth and peaceful
ride with careful attention to firm cornering.
Base invoice price: $TBA
Base list price: $15,499
Next in line, the Hyundai Sonata
GLS Sedan makes key improvements with a 2.7-litre, 24-valve,
DOHC, six-cylinder engine with a resulting 181 horsepower.
Other features include power-assisted four-wheel disc
brakes and sixteen-inch aluminum alloy wheels.
This model also has additional features
such as a premium AM/FM stereo with cassette/CD player
and six speakers, wood grain interior trim, premium
cloth upholstery, and heated dual power outside mirrors.
Base invoice price: $TBA
Base list price: $16,999
The Hyundai Sonata LX finishes up
with opulent leather upholstery, eight-way power adjustable
driver’s seat, and the comforts of automatic temperature
control.
Base invoice price: $TBA
Base list price: $18,324
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