2011 Hyundai Sonata with 198HP / 200HP Priced from $19,916

As the 2011 Sonata sedan is making its way to dealers across the U.S. this month, Hyundai released pricing on its newest model. At launch, the freshly designed midsize sedan will be available exclusively with a new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 198HP, or 200HP with the dual exhaust system. A six-speed automatic transmission comes as standard.

Prices start at $19,195 for the 198HP GLS model, rising to $22,595 for the 200-horsepower SE model and topping out at $27,395 for the fully equipped Limited model with the Navigation Package. Bear in mind that the aforementioned MSRPs do not include a freight charge of $720.

Hyundai claims that the GLS has best-in-class overall fuel economy with a 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway fuel economy rating, with all other Sonata models returning an estimated 22 mpg city/35 mpg highway.

The Sonata competes with the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima and Chevrolet Malibu.

For more details on pricing and equipment specification, check out the official release below:

HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2011 SONATA

• All-new sixth generation Sonata midsize sedan
  
• Bold Fluidic Sculpture design
  
• All four-cylinder engine lineup meets smart customer demands
  
• Launches with new Theta II 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in-house six-speed automatic transmission
  
• Class-leading fuel economy of 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway
  
• Class-leading 198 horsepower standard (200 horsepower on SE trim)
  
• Built in America at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama
  
• XM Satellite Radio, real-time XM NavTraffic, XM Data Services, touchscreen navigation and iPod/USB inputs
  
• Segment first: HD Radio Technology with multicasting
  
• Segment first: Standard Bluetooth
  

  GLS: WELL EQUIPPED WITH A WIDE RANGE OF OPTIONS
  

  Sonata GLS I4 M/T - $19,195
  

• 2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
  
• Six-speed manual transmission
  
• 16-inch steel wheels with full covers
  
• ESC/TCS/ABS/TPMS
  
• Front active head restraints
  
• Front, front seat side and curtain airbags
  
• Bodycolor front grille
  
• Chrome window belt-line moldings
  
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel with cruise and audio controls
  
• Metalgrain interior accents
  
• AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 with iPod/USB and Aux input jacks
  
• Remote keyless entry and alarm
  
• Power windows, locks, heated mirrors
  
• Air conditioning
  
• Advanced trip computer with custom settings
  
• Integrated Bluetooth with phonebook transfer
  
• Eco indicator
  
• Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
  

  Sonata GLS I4 A/T – $20,195
  

  (In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 M/T equipment):
  

• Six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC
  
• Popular Equipment Package - $750
  
• 16-inch alloy wheels
  
• Power driver seat
  
• Driver's lumbar support
  
• Chrome interior door handles
  
• Leatherette interior panel door inserts
  
• Automatic light control
  
• Popular Equipment Package plus Navigation - $1,700
  
• Requires Popular Equipment Package
  
• Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
  
• Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
  

  SE: SPORTY FEATURES AND DRIVING DYNAMICS
  

  Sonata SE I4 A/T - $22,595
  

  (In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 A/T equipment):
  

• 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 200 HP
  
• Six-speed automatic with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters
  
• 18-inch Hyper Silver alloy wheels with performance tires
  
• Dark chrome front grille
  
• Chrome exterior door handles
  
• Sport-tuned suspension and steering
  
• Sport seats featuring leather bolsters with cloth inserts
  
• Proximity entry with push button start
  
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
  
• Front fog lights
  
• Dual exhaust
  
• Navigation and Sunroof Package - $2,600
  
• Power sunroof with tilt and slide
  
• Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
  
• Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
  

  LIMITED: PREMIUM MODEL FOR BUYERS DESIRING LEATHER AND OTHER UPSCALE FEATURES
  

  Sonata Limited I4 A/T - $25,295
  

  (In addition to or in place of Sonata SE I4 A/T equipment; excluding SE sport-tuned suspension):
  

• 2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
  
• Leather seating surfaces with heated front and rear seats
  
• Dual automatic temperature control
  
• Auto-dimming mirror/HomeLink/compass
  
• Premium door sill plates/"Limited" badge
  
• In-dash six-disc CD-changer
  
• HD Radio technology with multicasting
  
• Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
  
• 17-inch alloy wheels with standard tire
  
• Side mirror turn signal indicators
  
• Power tilt and slide sunroof
  
• Unique interior accents (Piano Black or Woodgrain)
  
• Floor console mounted rear vents
  
• Navigation Package - $2,100
  
• Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display (replaces six-disc CD changer)
  
• Rear backup camera
  
• Infinity premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
  
• Deletes HD Radio Technology with multicasting