With larger dimensions all-round - the new car is 55mm longer, 10mm wider and 55mm taller than the current model - the Sonata should be roomier, too.
Hyundai Motor vice-chairman Kim Dong-Jin said: "We have put every effort and energy into producing this model for three years, and we expect to sell more than 300,000 annually - 100,000 in the domestic market and 200,000 overseas." Buyers can choose from new 2.0 and 2.4-litre engines developed with Mitsubishi and DaimlerChrysler, as well as Hyundai's 2.7-litre V6. A diesel is also expected to join the line-up. Prices are tipped to start from around £14,500 for base models, rising to £18,500 for the flagship V6.
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