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Hyundai Sonata 3.0

General information

ModelHyundai Sonata 3.0
Year1989
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2972 ccm (181.35 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2972 ccm (181.35 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power144.7 PS (106 kW or 143 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque228.00 Nm (23.2 kgf-m or 168.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.9:1
Bore x stroke91.1 x 76.0 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4690 mm (184.6 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originKorea, South
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