Hyundai Sonata (YF). 2009–14 (prod. n/a). 4-door sedan. F/F, 1998, 2359 cm³ petrol, 1998 cm³ petrol–electric hybrid (I4 DOHC). Sleek where its predecessor was rational, Sonata marked the company’s shift to relying on strong design (a theme called ‘fluidic sculpture’) to maintain sales gains made in 2000s. Higher levels of standard equipment. Unexciting to drive, but competent; low emissions. Sold in some markets as i45. Hybrid from 2011.

Manufacturing locations: Asan, Korea; Montgomery, Alabama, USA

Marque: Hyundai | Model: Hyundai Sonata | Predecessor: Hyundai Sonata (NF) | Successor: Hyundai Sonata (LF)

q.v. Hyundai Santa Fe (DM), Kia K5 (TF)