What Changed
Sonata has received extensive styling updates for 1997. A new front and rear end design features a stylish grille and headlight treatment. Styling changes on doors and mirrors have improved the NVH characteristics of the car. The dash has been updated with some replacement of controls.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
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| Length (in) | 185.0 | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.3 | |
| Width (in) | 69.7 | |
| Height (in) | 55.3 | |
| Track (in) | 59.6 | |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 352.9 | |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 2864-3018 | |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 79.9 | |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 101.2 | |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 13.2 | |
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| Transmissions | A4, M5 | |
| City MPG | 18-21 | |
| Highway MPG | 24-28 | |
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