The Sonata has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 13.6 seconds and a top speed of 170 km/h (105.63 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.35, indicating good aerodynamics.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
13.6 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
13.6 sec
Max Speed
170 km/h 105.63 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.35
Body & Dimensions
The Sonata is a Sedan with a length of 4700 mm (185.04 in), width of 1770 mm (69.69 in), height of 1405 mm (55.31 in), and a wheelbase of 2700 mm (106.3 in). It has a minimum turning circle of 10.5 m (34.45 ft), ground clearance of 170 mm (6.69 in), and can comfortably seat 5 people with 4 doors. The front and rear track are 1520 mm (59.84 in) and 1510 mm (59.45 in) respectively.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4700 mm 185.04 in.
Width
1770 mm 69.69 in.
Height
1405 mm 55.31 in.
Wheelbase
2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track
1520 mm 59.84 in.
Rear Track
1510 mm 59.45 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
170 mm 6.69 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car in question is a Sonata that runs on petrol and adheres to Euro 2 emission standards. Its urban fuel consumption is 11.9 l/100 km (19.77 US mpg, 23.74 UK mpg, 8.4 km/l), extra-urban fuel consumption is 7 l/100 km (33.6 US mpg, 40.35 UK mpg, 14.29 km/l), and combined fuel consumption is 8.8 l/100 km (26.73 US mpg, 32.1 UK mpg, 11.36 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard
Euro 2
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.9 l/100 km 19.77 US mpg 23.74 UK mpg 8.4 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7 l/100 km 33.6 US mpg 40.35 UK mpg 14.29 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.8 l/100 km 26.73 US mpg 32.1 UK mpg 11.36 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Hyundai Sonata is a compact car with a 1.6L inline 4-cylinder engine producing 95 horsepower and 157 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive system and a 5-speed manual transmission. The suspension system consists of an independent MacPherson strut in the front and an independent multi-link suspension in the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
95 Hp @ 4900 rpm.
Power Per Litre
47.6 Hp/l
Torque
157 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 115.8 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
G4EP
Engine Displacement
1997 cm3 121.86 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke
88 mm 3.46 in.
Compression Ratio
8.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
Brakes
The car in question is a Sonata, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with hydraulic power steering. The tire size is 195/70 R14, with a 14-inch wheel rim size. The car also comes equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
195/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The Sonata has a weight-to-power ratio of 13.4 kg/Hp (74.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.1 kg/Nm (123.1 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1275 kg (2810.89 lbs.) and a max weight of 1740 kg (3836.04 lbs.), with a max load capacity of 465 kg (1025.15 lbs.). The trunk/boot space is at least 375 l (13.24 cu. ft.), with a fuel tank capacity of 65 l (17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal). The max roof load is 70 kg (154.32 lbs.).
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Weight To Power Ratio
13.4 kg/Hp, 74.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.1 kg/Nm, 123.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1275 kg 2810.89 lbs.
Max Weight
1740 kg 3836.04 lbs.
Max Load
465 kg 1025.15 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
375 l 13.24 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Max Roof Load
70 kg 154.32 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Hyundai - Sonata III (Y3, facelift 1996)
The body type of this car is a Sedan.
This car can seat 5 people.
The ground clearance of this car is 170 mm (6.69 in).
The Sonata accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.6 seconds.
The Sonata has a top speed of 170 km/h (105.63 mph).
The Sonata has a drag coefficient of 0.35.
This car uses petrol (gasoline).
This car adheres to Euro 2 emission standards.
The urban fuel consumption is 11.9 l/100 km, extra-urban is 7 l/100 km, and combined is 8.8 l/100 km.
The Hyundai Sonata has a 1.6L inline 4-cylinder engine.
The Hyundai Sonata has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Hyundai Sonata has a front-wheel drive system.
The car has ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The steering type is rack and pinion, with a wheel rim size of 14 inches.
The tire size is 195/70 R14 and the car comes equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Up to 28 MPG city and 38 MPG highway, depending on the trim and engine.
Yes, the Sonata has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Sonata is available in SE, SEL, Sport, Limited, and Ultimate trims, each with its own set of features and options.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Sonata is 13.4 kg/Hp (74.5 Hp/tonne).
The max load capacity of the Sonata is 465 kg (1025.15 lbs.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Sonata is 65 l (17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal).
