Where is the battery located in a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
The battery is located behind the rear seat in the trunk area. The battery pack weighs about 93 pounds. Its dimensions are approximately 8.3” X 13.9” X 28.6”. The high-voltage cabling in the Sonata Hybrid is orange per the SAE standard.
How do you charge a Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
The Sonata Plug-in Hybrid (like its competition) uses a 3.3-kW charger. That’s fast enough to fill up an empty battery from a 240-volt source in about two and a half hours. However, buyers can get away without installing a 240-volt home charging station—and use the provided cord set for a standard 120-volt outlet.
What is the rating of the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid?
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid’s #14 ranking is based on its score within the 2012 Affordable Midsize Cars category. Currently the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
What kind of car is the Hyundai hybrid?
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a midsize sedan that’s offered in a single well-equipped trim level.
What are the safety features on a 2012 Hyundai Sonata?
Standard safety features on the 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid include antilock brakes, stability control, traction control, front side-impact airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and active front head restraints. Hyundai’s BlueLink emergency communications system is also standard.
What was the last year the Hyundai Sonata was redesigned?
Hyundai significantly updated the Sonata’s interior for the 2009 model year with better materials. Although the cabin was redesigned last year, materials quality was unchanged; it’s still competitive but doesn’t notably raise the bar for the class, which is already fairly high. Interior features include:
How much does a Sonata Hybrid cost?
The Sonata Hybrid carries a base price of around $26,000. That’s high relative to most midsize cars, but it’s typical for a hybrid since hybrid cars tend to cost more than their nonhybrid counterparts. The Sonata Hybrid Limited, which is the top trim, starts at around $31,000.
What is hybrid Hyundai?
Hyundai’s proprietary parallel hybrid drive system is the heart of the Sonata Hybrid. This is where the Sonata Hybrid gains a key advantage. Most of the competition uses a power split system with a planetary-geared Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
What is a Sonata Hybrid?
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid is a family of midsize hybrid sedans that slot above the smaller, more efficient Ioniq hatchback. It’s available in two trims.