Car Details

Trim:

Base__4dr_Sedan

Date Purchased:

*************************, Cleveland

Current Mileage:

Ohio

My Age:

City

Location:

Average, Daily Commuting

Type of Driving:

Family

Driving Style:

heated seats

Primary Use:

Hybrids: Ford Fusion, Kia Optima, Malibu, Toyota Camry

Secondary Use:

The Sonata Hybrid is the roomiest and most comfortable hybrid sedan available. The initial concerns with transition between gas and electric modes and braking were resolved by Hyundai with the initial upgrades to computer system. The 2012 model takes advantage of the updates used to improve the 2011 model and adds several very substantial features: 1) the lithium polymer battery has a lifetime replacement guarentee and 2) the car is connected via bluelink. The latter system has several advantages such as the ability to locate and start or immobilize the car in an emergency situation. Gas Economy - I obtained an overally mileage of 41 mpg in mixed driving. The car is sensitive to weather - bettter mileage in warm weather than in cold and snow. The mpg drops with use of car/seat heating and letting the car warm up when it is cold outside. The best mpg is obtained with gentle acceleration and braking and using cruise control when practical during low speed, stop-go driving. The car will run in EV mode for periods of time at speeds into the mid-60's. I can get close to 50 mpg if I were to drive under cruise control at 50-55 mph. Driving - The transition from EV to gas is smooth and without jolting. The car will start slowly in foward or reverse with no pedal pressure, which makes parking easy. The visibility is good for driving/parking. Excellent control in emergency braking. The car is ****** best driving for extended periods on highways. The seat is supportive and easily adjustable, as is the steering wheel. Space - The seating is comfortable and there are several features that make the ride more comfortable for folks in the back seat. The middle arm rest with cupholders is a nice features when driving two children - each has her own cupholder and both can use the arm rest. Trunk is not large, but the space is useful. I have transported my wife and I, two children in car seats and an adult daughter in comfort along with luggage. Sum-Best hybrid Car

After Market Modifications:

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