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    Hyundai Sonata Base (2009) price & specs

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    2L Diesel4D Sedan6 SP MANUALFWD
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    Base

    Overview

    The 2009 Hyundai Sonata Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Hyundai Sonata is regarded as a lower Medium built in Korea with prices starting at $38,490 before on-road costs.

    This Hyundai Sonata is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 110 kW of power (at 3800 rpm) and 305 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Hyundai claims the Sonata Base uses 6L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 159g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1167km per full tank

    The Hyundai Sonata measures 1475mm (58.1 inches) in height, 4800mm (189.0 inches) in length, 1830mm (72.0 inches) in width with a 2730mm (107.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1567kg (3454.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sonata Base comes standard with 215/60 R16 front tyres and 215/60 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.

    The 2009 Hyundai Sonata Base has a 165mm ground clearance with a 1700kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.

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    Power to Weight
    65.28 - 114.11 kW/t
    52.13 kW/t
    130.25 kW/t
    Boot Space
    523 litres
    486 litres
    603 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6 - 9.9 L/100km
    5.1 L/100km
    10.5 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    707 - 1,167 km
    648 km
    1,167 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,939 - 2,150 kg
    1,930 kg
    2,350 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,100 - 1,700 kg
    1,100 kg
    2,200 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    165 mm
    102 mm
    165 mm

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    Dimensions

    4,800 mm
    1,830 mm
    1,475 mm
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,800 mm
    Overall Width1,830 mm
    Overall Height1,475 mm
    Wheelbase2,730 mm
    Turning Circle10,920 mm
    Load Capacity453 mm

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    Base

    2L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Diesel, FWD

    $38,490†
    Price & specs

    Compressor

    Compressor: Turbo

    Emission Control Level

    CO2 Level (Combined): 159
    Standard Met: EU4

    Engine

    Bore Engine: 83
    Engine (cc): 1991
    Compression Ratio: 17.3
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine Code: D4ea
    Engine (L): 2
    Number of Cylinders: 4
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
    Stroke Engine: 92
    Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
    Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes

    Fuel

    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
    Fuel Type: Diesel

    Fuel System

    Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail

    Fuel Tanks

    Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
    Main Capacity (L): 70
    Main Fuel Type: Diesel
    Main Type: Main

    Computer

    Average Fuel Consumption: yes
    Average Speed: yes
    Range for Remaining Fuel: yes

    Fuel Consumption

    ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6
    ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02

    Fuel Economy

    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6

    Performance

    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.7
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 203
    Maximum Speed (mph): 126

    Power

    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
    Maximum Power (kW): 110
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 305
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3800
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800

    Drive

    Driven Wheels: Front

    Electronic Traction Control

    Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management

    Transmission

    Description: Manual
    Number of Speeds: 6
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual

    ABS

    Location: 4-Wheel

    Disc Brakes

    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2

    Steering Wheel

    Height Adjustment: yes
    Multi Function: yes
    Telescopic Adjustment: yes
    Type: Leather Covered

    Suspension

    Location: Front
    Front Spring Type: Coil
    Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Front Type: Wishbone
    Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Location: Rear
    Rear Spring Type: Coil
    Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Rear Type: Multi-Link
    Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent

    Tires

    Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
    Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215

    Wheels

    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5

    Body Style

    Body Type: Sedan
    Driver Location: RHD
    Local Body Type: Sedan
    Platform Code: Hyundai Nf

    Chrome Bright Trim

    Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
    Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
    Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes

    Mud Flaps

    Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
    Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear

    Bumpers

    Front Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Front
    Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Rear

    Cargo Capacity

    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.5
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 523

    External Dimensions

    Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10920
    Front Track (in): 61.6
    Front Track (mm): 1565
    Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.5
    Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 165
    Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
    Overall Height (in): 58.1
    Overall Height (mm): 1475
    Overall Length (in): 189
    Overall Length (mm): 4800
    Overall Width (in): 72
    Overall Width (mm): 1830
    Rear Track (in): 61
    Rear Track (mm): 1550
    Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.4
    Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12000
    Wheelbase (in): 107.5
    Wheelbase (mm): 2730

    Internal Dimensions

    Front Headroom (in): 40.2
    Front Headroom (mm): 1020
    Rear Headroom (in): 38.2
    Rear Headroom (mm): 970
    Front Hip Room (in): 55.5
    Front Hip Room (mm): 1410
    Rear Hip Room (in): 55.3
    Rear Hip Room (mm): 1405
    Front Leg Room (in): 43.7
    Front Leg Room (mm): 1110
    Rear Leg Room (in): 37.4
    Rear Leg Room (mm): 950
    Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.5
    Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1460
    Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
    Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1445

    Doors

    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Rear Driver
    Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Rear Passenger
    Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged

    Headlight Control

    Dusk Sensor: yes

    Headlights

    Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Lens Type: Projector Beam

    Paint

    Type: Gloss

    Door Mirrors/Cameras

    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable

    Power Windows

    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
    Rear Electric Windows: Rear

    Tinted Glass

    Location: Cabin

    Windshield Wipers

    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable

    Weights

    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
    Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2020
    Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4453
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1567
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3455

    Antenna

    Type: Element

    Audio System

    CD Player Reads MP3: yes
    In-Dash CD: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm

    External Connections

    iPod Connection (Front): yes

    Remote Audio Controls

    Type: Steering Wheel Mounted

    Speakers

    Number of Speakers: 6

    Load Restraint

    Type: Hooks

    Cigar Lighter

    Location: Front Seats

    Power Outlet 12V

    Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
    Location (12V): Front

    Reading Lights

    Location: Front

    Remote Trunk Hatch Release

    Operation: Electric

    Vanity Mirror

    Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Driver Mirror Location: Driver
    Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Location: Passenger

    Luxury Trim

    Gear Selector: Leather

    Front Airbag

    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger

    Front Seat Belts

    Driver Height Adjustable: yes
    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point

    Head Restraints

    Front Seats Active: yes
    Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Front Seats Number: 2
    Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
    Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
    Rear Seats Number: 3

    Rear Seat Belts

    Center Operation: Reel
    Center Seat Position: Center
    Center Type: 3-Point
    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point

    Side Airbag

    Location: Front

    Side Curtain Airbag

    Location: Front And Rear

    Front Seat

    Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
    Location: Driver
    Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
    Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
    Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket

    Seat Upholstery

    Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
    Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour

    Seating

    Capacity: 5

    Cup Holders

    Location: Front Seats
    Front Seats Type: Fixed
    Location: Rear Seats
    Rear Seats Type: Fixed

    Anti-Theft Protection

    Peripheral: yes

    Power Locks

    Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
    Operation: Remote

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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