1993-1998 Sonata OverviewHyundai Sonata Overview (1993 - 1998)
1993 - 1998
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 124 mph
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- 10.1 - 13.8 seconds
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- 104 - 144 BHP
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- 28.2 - 36.2 mpg
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- 1,265 - 1,400 kg
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- 373 L
This generation of the Hyundai Sonata was produced by the Korean manufacturer Hyundai between 1993 - 1998. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Saloon. There are four power levels available from either a 2 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 3 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Sonata is the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 16v GLS which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 137 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 105 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 124 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 GLS is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 517 miles and can store 373 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,300 kg.