Better acceleration and improved fuel economy come with the tweaked 24-valve, 3.3-liter DOHC V6 engine in the performance-oriented 2009 Hyundai Sonata SE V6. Paired with a 5-speed shiftable automatic, this powertrain produces 249 hp and 229 ft-lbs of torque at 4,500 RPM. Fuel economy averages 19/29 mpg. The SE V6 comes with a sports-tuned suspension, larger 17-inch alloy wheels and performance tires, larger front and rear stabilizer bars, and a rear spoiler. This front-wheel-drive midsize sedan rides on a double wishbone front and multilink rear suspension.
The sports trim seats five in two rows of seats. Front seats feature an 8-way power driver's seat and leather bolsters on the upgraded cloth material. Rear seats split-fold 60/40 onto a 16.3-cubic-foot trunk. A folding armrest doubles as a trunk pass-through. The trunk features its own power outlet and can be equipped with a cargo net and tray. There is also a power outlet up front and four cupholders. The SE V6 adds a trip computer to the dash, leather steering wheel and shifter trim, tilt and telescopic steering, wheel-mounted audio controls, and faux wood accents. Already standard are full power features, remote entry, heated mirrors, cruise control, a CD/MP3 player with new MP3 input jack, intermittent wipers, a tachometer, and a security system. Options add a sunroof, Bluetooth, and a new touchscreen navigation system.
On the safety front, the 2009 Sonata SE V6 always earns top marks, thanks to standard traction and stability control, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, and dual front-side and side curtain airbags with front passenger deactivation sensors. Upgrades that come with the SE include automatic headlights and foglights, which join the daytime running lights and halogen lamps. A tire monitor is also standard.
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