10 Things You Should Know About the 2011 Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai’s midsize sedan aims for the best in the class.
#4. It handles better than it ever has.
In the past, the Sonata has taken a page out of the Toyota Camry book
by placing a comfortable ride above agile handling. However, those cars
suffered from some unwanted body motions, such as wallowing on the
highway and a bit too much lean in turns. Those problems are solved for
2011, as the new platform is considerably lighter and stiffer than the
last one and the suspension has been tuned to reduce body lean while
still delivering a smooth ride. At the same time, the steering feel has
been turned up thanks to new electric power steering. The SE model is
even better composed and sporty with sharper reactions and heavier
steering. The Sonata still isn’t quite as nimble as the impressive
Accord or Nissan Altima, but it’s much more satisfying to drive.