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08-04-2010, 02:45 PM
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http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/08/2011sonatahybrid005-630op.jpg (http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2011-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-1/#2849591)2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid - Click above for high-res image gallery
Hyundai (http://www.autoblog.com/make/hyundai/) is nothing if not ambitious. The Korean automaker announced today that it will continue its efforts to be the most fuel-efficient automaker in America through the next two decades, with plans to achieve a Corporate Average Fuel Economy rating of 50 miles per gallon by 2025 for its entire vehicle lineup.
The cornerstone of Hyundai's approach is its Blue Drive strategy, which incorporates a range of engine technologies - from turbocharging and direct-injection to lightweight materials and both traditional and plug-in hybrids - to reduce consumption and improve overall efficiency.
Hyundai points to the 2011 Sonata (http://www.autoblog.com/model/sonata) as the first in a wave of new products to utilize its new and improved drivetrains, available with either hybrid, turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines. And Hyundai appears to be in a better position than other full-line automakers to reach its lofty mpg goal, as it doesn't offer any pickup or body-on-frame SUV models. Hit the jump (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/04/hyundai-to-average-minimum-50-mpg-cafe-standards-by-2025/#continued) for the full blast and read our First Drive of the Sonata Hybrid (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/19/2011-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-first-drive-review-road-test/) for details on its gas-electric system.
Gallery: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2011-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-1/)
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Hyundai (http://www.autoblog.com/make/hyundai/) is nothing if not ambitious. The Korean automaker announced today that it will continue its efforts to be the most fuel-efficient automaker in America through the next two decades, with plans to achieve a Corporate Average Fuel Economy rating of 50 miles per gallon by 2025 for its entire vehicle lineup.
The cornerstone of Hyundai's approach is its Blue Drive strategy, which incorporates a range of engine technologies - from turbocharging and direct-injection to lightweight materials and both traditional and plug-in hybrids - to reduce consumption and improve overall efficiency.
Hyundai points to the 2011 Sonata (http://www.autoblog.com/model/sonata) as the first in a wave of new products to utilize its new and improved drivetrains, available with either hybrid, turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines. And Hyundai appears to be in a better position than other full-line automakers to reach its lofty mpg goal, as it doesn't offer any pickup or body-on-frame SUV models. Hit the jump (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/04/hyundai-to-average-minimum-50-mpg-cafe-standards-by-2025/#continued) for the full blast and read our First Drive of the Sonata Hybrid (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/19/2011-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-first-drive-review-road-test/) for details on its gas-electric system.
Gallery: 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2011-hyundai-sonata-hybrid-1/)
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