First Drive: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

First Drive: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid - First Drive - Automobile Magazine
The homebrew hybrid.

Hyundai's corporate work ethic and frugality have resulted in a strong emphasis on developing and manufacturing key components in-house. By avoiding the hybrid technology used in the Sonata Hybrid's chief competitors-the Ford Fusion, the Nissan Altima, and the Toyota Camry-the company has smartly dodged the licensing fees of patented technology and tapped existing hardware for its first gasoline/electric car.


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