Published on November 12th, 2019 | by Amirul Mukminin

2020 Hyundai Sonata Starts at RM97k in the United States

Hyundai Motor America has announced the pricing for the all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata, which has begun production at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) earlier this month.

Completely redesigned and equipped with enhanced technology and advanced safety features, the Sonata is offered at a starting price of $23,400 (RM96,969) for the well-equipped SE model, $25,500 (RM105,672) for the SEL and $33,300 (RM137,995) for the top-of-the-line Limited.

The entry-level SE model comes with new features inside and out, including:

All-new Smartstream 2.5-liter engine with 191 HP (vs. 2019 Sonata SE with 185 HP)
Standard 8-speed automatic transmission and Shift-By-Wire selector (vs. 2019 Sonata SE’s 6-speed)
Combined MPG 32 (vs. 2019 Sonata SE’s 29 MPG)

8-inch LCD monitor (vs 7-inch LCD monitor)
Electronic Parking Brake (new standard SmartSense feature)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (new standard SmartSense feature)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) (new standard SmartSense feature)

Lane Follow Assist (LFA) (new standard SmartSense feature)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) (new standard SmartSense feature)
Automatic high-beam assist (new standard SmartSense feature)
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (new standard SmartSense feature)

LED Hidden Lighting Lamps (new standard SmartSense feature)
LED Daytime Running Lights
LED taillights
Laminated windshield

The Sonata SEL is now equipped with even more design, comfort and convenience features for a value-added saving of $750. SEL features include:

Exterior

17-inch alloy wheels
Sport front fascia
Sport rear fascia

Twin-tip muffler
Heated side mirrors
Side mirror turn signal indicators

Interior / Convenience

Proximity key entry with push button start
Hands-free Smart Trunk Release
4.2-inch colour LCD instrument cluster display

Leatherette interior door panel inserts
Liquid chrome interior accents
Auto up/down front passenger window
Power driver seat (8-way)

Dual automatic temperature control
Heated front seats
Center rear armrest

Hyundai SmartSense Safety

Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist

Multimedia / Technology

SiriusXM satellite radio
Blue Link Connected Car Services (3-years complimentary of Connected Care & Remote Packages)

SEL option packages provide customers with more choices and the lowest priced panoramic sunroof in the segment.

SEL Convenience Package – $1,200

12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster
Hyundai Digital Key
Wireless device charging
Auto-dimming mirror with HomeLink

Leather-wrapped steering wheel
2nd row air vent
USB charge port (2nd row)

Premium Package – $1,850 (Requires Convenience Package)

Bose premium audio with 12 speakers
Leather seating surfaces
Heated steering wheel

Panoramic Sunroof – $1,000 (Can be added to SEL Convenience or Premium Packages)

Panoramic sunroof
LED interior lights

Drive Guidance – $950 (Requires Premium and Panoramic Sunroof Package)

10.25-inch Navigation system
Highway Drive Assist
Blue Link Guidance Package (3-Year Complimentary Trial)

The SEL Plus trim is $27,450 (RM113,752) and brings sporty exterior upgrades and a new Smartstream 1.6-liter turbocharged engine producing 264 Nm of torque at a low 1,500–4,500 rpm.