The new Sonata Plug-in Hybrid have a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features. The 2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid will probably be earned in Asan, Korea, and are out there in the second quarter of 2018.
The new Sonata exterior design conveys a completely new appearance from every vantage point, including new wheel designs. On the inside, a whole new instrument panel center stack, controls, available audio/video navigation system, wireless phone charging and rear USB charge port further enhance the interior experience.
The Sonata Plug-in Hybrid will likely be distributed in California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Los angeles, Oregon, Rhode Island and Vermont, but customers in any of the other states can custom order the passenger truck in their local Hyundai dealer. Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers are presently permitted a $4,919 federal tax credit. These tax credits lessen the number of federal tax the patron is liable for, making them far more valuable+ than tax deductions. In addition, the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid is qualified for HOV-lane access in many states.
A 9.8 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack, a lot more than five times in excess of the Sonata Hybrid’s battery, increases the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid an EPA-estimated all-electric array of up to 27 miles, it will recharge inside three hours using a level-two charger. It offers a superior the very best of all possible worlds by offering the energy delivery of any hybrid gasoline engine, perfect for long trips, with all the additional benefit for environmentally-friendly all-electric range for commuting. For that reason, many consumers will complete their daily commute without resorting to just one drop of fuel, and total estimated range is an impressive 590 miles.
The Sonata Plug-in Hybrid relies on a six-speed automatic transmission with Hyundai’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED), a 50 kW motor unit, on a torque converter. The 50 kW electric motor is 32 percent more robust compared to the motor included in Sonata Hybrid and allows EV operation at higher engine load and speed. A two.0-liter Nu four-cylinder GDI engine as well as the electric motor allows the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid to use just like the Sonata Hybrid after the onboard battery charge runs dry. The Sonata Plug-in Nu engine produces 154 horsepower and 140 lb. ft. of torque plus the total system output is 202 horsepower at 6,000 rpm.
SAFETY FEATURES
2018 Sonata Plug-in come standard with seven airbags, along with a driver’s knee airbag. Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Traction Control, ABS and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire pressure display including a rearview camera are also standard. LED headlamps are optional and LED taillights and DRLs are standard.
Hyundai engineers implemented many active safety technologies for your Sonata Plug-in to help drivers and alleviate problems with accidents. No longer available luxury cars, advanced safety technologies, like Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert is standard. Available advanced safety features include Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist and Automatic High Beam Assist.
The Sonata Plug-in advanced Blind Spot Detection system is created to alert drivers of approaching vehicle in the next lane should the turn signal is activated. Drivers are first alerted of a vehicle in the blind spot by warning lights in the side mirrors. In the event the turn signal is activated, the Lane Change Assist system determines the closing speed of a typical vehicle in the adjacent lane to ascertain should the lane change stays. When the system determines the vehicle inside the other lane is closing too soon, it sounds an audible alarm to warn the motorist the fact that lane change is unsafe. The Lane Keep Assist runs on the forward-facing camera to distinguish lane markers. In case the system detects the auto is headed beyond your lane markers, a warning to the instrument cluster illuminates plus an audible sound alerts the driver.
Rear Cross-traffic Alert (RCTA) is a second standard feature which utilizes advanced technologies from the Blind Spot Detection system. RCTA scans other locations to every one side from the Sonata when drivers are backing beyond parking spaces. If the system detects another vehicle is approaching through the side, the Sonata driver emerges an audible alert. The software is yet another tool which enables Sonata drivers benefit from active safety technologies.
MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY
Sonata Plug-in Hybrid have an eight-inch color touchscreen navigation system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, iPod/USB and auxiliary inputs, SiriusXM satellite radio and Bluetooth phone connectivity with phonebook transfer and voice-recognition. Available upgrades such as a nine-speaker Infinity premium sound system with subwoofer and external Infinity amplifier.
The available eight-inch navigation system comes with a map and music split-screen display and also the ability to record SiriusXM presets you to definitely six. For 2018, this navigation system also adds Bird’s Eye View map perspective capability. Switching to your preset station in the heart of the perfect song will not be a pain from now on; simply rewind as much as 22 minutes to be controlled by the full song or make up for sports broadcasts. SiriusXM Travel Link provides usage of traffic information, sports scores, weather, share prices, fuel prices and local movie times.
NEXT-GENERATION BLUE LINK CONNECTED CAR SYSTEM
Sonata Plug-in Blue Link-equipped models include few years of complimentary Blue Link services, with enhanced safety, diagnostic, remote and voice navigation services. Blue Link brings connectivity into the car with technologies like Remote Start with Climate Control, Remote Door Lock/Unlock, Car Finder, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, and Stolen Vehicle Recovery. Blue Link features are usually accessed via buttons over the rearview mirror, the MyHyundai.com website, the MyHyundai with Blue Link smartphone app, the Amazon? Alexa Blue Link skill, as well as the Blue Link Google Assistant app. Some features could also be controlled via Android Wear and Apple Watch smartwatch apps. Up to date turmoil nowhere Link smartphone app includes:
Widgets with regard to admission to remote features:
– Ability to send Point-of-Interest data to vehicle navigation system (if you are equipped)
– Use of Blue Link notification settings
MYHYUNDAI with BLUE LINK APP
Owners can manage and monitor the Sonata Plug-In Hybrid remotely with the Blue Link smartphone app. Together with the app, owners can access real-time data from other Sonata Plug-in and perform specific commands like starting the engine and locking doors. Plus, users can try to find points of interest using Google with voice or text and have the directions once they start their Sonata Plug-in.
For Sonata Plug-in owners who will charge within their residence, the most useful top features of the app would be the capacity to manage their Plug-in charging schedule. Owners get vehicle charging options that they may select during the car, but users can also manage them remotely via their smartphone. Immediate charge may be the simplest option, as charging begins as soon as the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid is plugged-in.
A distinctive instrument cluster provides Sonata Plug-in Hybrid drivers with a lot more info about the vehicle’s functions. Electrical indicator is situated into the dashboard to make it simple to grasp the condition of charge externally the auto.
Individuals that have already different electric rates at off-peak times will want to schedule the charge to reduce cost and also reduce peak demand to the electricity grid. Users can perform making use of the newest app dependant on date and time. One example is, charging could be set to begin at 10 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays on a weekly basis.
