Hyundai will showcase its new Solar Roof system and the world’s first active transmission control technology, on the all-new Sonata Hybrid.[ads id=”9″]
Hyundai Motor announced on March 22 that it will launch its Sonata Hybrid, an eco-friendly model of the new Sonata, the 8th generation.
Hyundai has installed a Solar Roof system in the Sonata Hybrid, which charges the vehicle’s battery with sunlight to increase the travel distance and prevent battery discharge.
The solar loop system allows for more than 1,300 km of travel per year for 6 hours a day (average daily sunshine hours per day) in the open air.
In addition, it prevents the discharge of vehicle due to long-term outdoor parking and provides a unique appearance with unique loop design.
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Hyundai adopted the world’s first active shift control (ASC) technology in the Sonata Hybrid.
Active shift control technology enables control of the automatic transmission 500 times per second with Hybrid motor through the control logic developed by Hyundai Motors. It is able to shift 30% faster than the existing hybrid vehicle, so that the driving performance, fuel economy and transmission durability Increase.
The Sonata Hybrid is equipped with a SmartStream G2.0 GDi hybrid engine and a hybrid six-speed automatic transmission, delivering power output of 152 horsepower (ps), maximum torque 19.2 (kgf · m) and 10% Improved fuel economy of 20.1 km / l. (Based on 16 inch tires ※)
“The new Sonata is a vehicle born to evolve the mobility paradigm into a smart device. In May and June, it has been ranked # 1 in domestic sales and has been loved by many customers. The Sonata Hybrid will further strengthen Sonata’s position in the mid-size sedan market, as well as continue to inspire change and innovation driven by the new Sonata. “
