2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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While it may not get the airtime of, say, Ford’s illustrious Fusion hybrid, Hyundai has a pretty good thing going with its 2015 Sonata Hybrid. A heady driving experience is but one of the upsides to this 5-passenger gas/electric sedan, while a handsome profile and a surprisingly high-end cabin ambiance also enhance this 4-door hybrid. Unfortunately, rear-seat headroom can still be a challenge for average-size adults, the regular Sonata’s 16.4 cubic feet of trunk space is cut to 12.1 cubic feet by the Sonata Hybrid’s battery pack, and furthermore, this midsize hybrid 4-door isn’t as fuel efficient as most rivals in its class. But with a righteous ride, classy cabin and livable MSRP, this hybrid Hyundai fits the medium-size family pretty well indeed.
Meanwhile, there are hints that the Sonata Hybrid sedan will get a major overhaul for the 2016 model year, thus no significant changes are expected for the 2015 edition, which returns in 2 trims, Base and Limited. Of course, each Sonata Hybrid variant is again delivered only in front-wheel drive (FWD), with the folks at Hyundai showing no inclination to add an all-wheel-drive (AWD) version to either the regularly powered or the gas/electric trims in the near future. And speaking of the regular Sonata, it’s been redesigned for the upcoming model year and offers a glimpse of the future, features-wise, for fans of the hybrid variation.
In any case, power-wise, the 2015 Sonata Hybrid again packs a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) hybridized gasoline engine that mates with a 35-kilowatt electric motor for 199 combined hp and 151 lb-ft of torque. The 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission also remains standard, but look for a capable 7-speed auto-manual transmission to help boost the Hybrid’s mileage numbers over the current 36 mpg city/40 highway when the redesigned versions arrive for 2016. Oh, and Hyundai uses a state-of-the-art 270-volt lithium polymer battery, which the Korean automaker claims will allow this family-friendly 4-door to cruise at up to 74 mph on electric power alone for short distances using the driver-selectable EV mode.
As for standard features, the 2015 Sonata Hybrid Base will again sport 16-inch alloy wheels and heated power-adjustable mirrors outside, with premium cloth upholstery, heated front seats, full power accessories and a hybrid-oriented driver's information display gracing the interior. Additionally, cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering and a standard rear-view camera, introduced in 2014, return for the upcoming model year, as does Hyundai’s Blue Link infotainment and destination guidance.
The Sonata Hybrid Base also brings back that classy simulated alloy cabin trim for 2015, along with dual-zone climate control and Bluetooth hands-free calling, while entertainment functions again consist of a single-CD player bolstered by 6 speakers, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio input (USB connection).
Moving up to the Limited, folks can look for such added bling as 17-inch alloy wheels, leather upholstery, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, remote garage door opener and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror. Furthermore, you can optimize your Sonata Hybrid Limited with the available Premium Package, which throws in such extras as GPS navigation with a 7-inch touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof and a 400-watt Infinity premium audio system boasting 9 speakers including a subwoofer.
Finally, standard safety equipment loaded into all 2015 Sonata Hybrids includes 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags and front head restraint whiplash protection. Further standard safety stuff lineup-wide includes daytime running lights, front fog/driving lights, Blue Link emergency communications with stolen vehicle tracking and a remote antitheft alarm. And rest assured that the top-shelf Limited will again toss standard turn-signal-integrated mirrors into the mix.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 104 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with pass-thru · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: dual level · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.32
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium polymer · Electric Motor HP: 47 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 35 · Electric Motor Torque: 151 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 159 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5500 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 154 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4500
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Blue Link · Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium cloth
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 15 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: MyHyundai with Blue Link · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 104 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: 4 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.32
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium polymer · Electric Motor HP: 47 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 35 · Electric Motor Torque: 151 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 159 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5500 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 154 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4500
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Blue Link · Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 15 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: MyHyundai with Blue Link · Smart device app function: maintenance scheduling
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: with safety reverse
