2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid gets driven
An all-new 2011 Sonata Hybrid finished a drive from the edge of the Pacific Ocean to Atlantic Coast of Georgia, covering 2,269 miles crossing over mountains, deserts and valleys, the Continental Divide and the Mississippi River, with only one stop for fuel, demonstrating the range and fuel efficiency of Hyundai new sonata hybrid sedan, which goes on sale this month. Professional driver Wayne Gerdes, the gentleman who coined the term “hypermiling” to explain techniques used by driving enthusiasts to maximize fuel efficiency in cars, began his trip in San Diego on December 26, 2010 and celebrated New Years Day in Georgia using only 38 gallons of fuel to cross the continent.
“As a fan of fuel-efficient vehicles, I enjoy the challenge of putting new technology to the test,” says Gerdes. “This demonstration shows how the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid can deliver extremely impressive fuel economy and range for drivers who value fuel savings. This is the first time I’ve driven a car that ‘does it right!’ Driving on the interstate at the posted speed limit (or 65 mph, whichever is slower), the Sonata Hybrid will exceed or equal its competition while offering a much larger, roomier, and comfortable car.” The 2011 Sonata Hybrid offers a best-ever 40-mpg highway ranking featuring industry-first lithium-polymer battery technology.