Hyundai released pricing on its newest model 2011 Sonata sedan. The newly designed midsize sedan will be available exclusively with a new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 198HP, or 200HP with the dual exhaust system. A six-speed automatic transmission comes as standard.

Prices begin from $19,195 for the 198HP GLS model, to $22,595 for the 200-horsepower SE model and topping out at $27,395 for the fully equipped Limited model with the Navigation Package. Bear in mind that the abovementioned MSRPs do not include a freight charge of $720.

Hyundai says that the GLS has best-in-class overall fuel economy with a 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway fuel economy rating, with all other Sonata models returning an estimated 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway. The Sonata competes with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima and Chevrolet Malibu.

 

For more details on pricing and equipment specification, check out the official release below:

HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2011 SONATA

All-new sixth generation Sonata midsize sedan
Bold Fluidic Sculpture design
All four-cylinder engine lineup meets smart customer demands
Launches with new Theta II 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in-house six-speed automatic transmission
Class-leading fuel economy of 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway
Class-leading 198 horsepower standard (200 horsepower on SE trim)
Built in America at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama
XM Satellite Radio, real-time XM NavTraffic, XM Data Services, touchscreen navigation and iPod/USB inputs
Segment first: HD Radio Technology with multicasting
Segment first: Standard Bluetooth

GLS: WELL EQUIPPED WITH A WIDE RANGE OF OPTIONS

Sonata GLS I4 M/T – $19,195

2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
Six-speed manual transmission
16-inch steel wheels with full covers
ESC/TCS/ABS/TPMS
Front active head restraints
Front, front seat side and curtain airbags
Bodycolor front grille
Chrome window belt-line moldings
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel with cruise and audio controls
Metalgrain interior accents
AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 with iPod/USB and Aux input jacks
Remote keyless entry and alarm
Power windows, locks, heated mirrors
Air conditioning
Advanced trip computer with custom settings
Integrated Bluetooth with phonebook transfer
Eco indicator
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

Sonata GLS I4 A/T – $20,195

(In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 M/T equipment):

Six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC
Popular Equipment Package – $750
16-inch alloy wheels
Power driver seat
Driver’s lumbar support
Chrome interior door handles
Leatherette interior panel door inserts
Automatic light control
Popular Equipment Package plus Navigation – $1,700
Requires Popular Equipment Package
Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier

SE: SPORTY FEATURES AND DRIVING DYNAMICS

Sonata SE I4 A/T – $22,595

(In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 A/T equipment):

2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 200 HP
Six-speed automatic with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters
18-inch Hyper Silver alloy wheels with performance tires
Dark chrome front grille
Chrome exterior door handles
Sport-tuned suspension and steering
Sport seats featuring leather bolsters with cloth inserts
Proximity entry with push button start
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Front fog lights
Dual exhaust
Navigation and Sunroof Package – $2,600
Power sunroof with tilt and slide
Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier

LIMITED: PREMIUM MODEL FOR BUYERS DESIRING LEATHER AND OTHER UPSCALE FEATURES

Sonata Limited I4 A/T – $25,295

(In addition to or in place of Sonata SE I4 A/T equipment; excluding SE sport-tuned suspension):

2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
Leather seating surfaces with heated front and rear seats
Dual automatic temperature control
Auto-dimming mirror/HomeLink/compass
Premium door sill plates/”Limited” badge
In-dash six-disc CD-changer
HD Radio technology with multicasting
Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
17-inch alloy wheels with standard tire
Side mirror turn signal indicators
Power tilt and slide sunroof
Unique interior accents (Piano Black or Woodgrain)
Floor console mounted rear vents
Navigation Package – $2,100
Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display (replaces six-disc CD changer)
Rear backup camera
Infinity premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
Deletes HD Radio Technology with multicasting