Tom Freysinger presents the keys to Tamara Pressley for a brand new 2011 Hyundai Sonata from Freysinger Hyundai. Congratulations Tamara, you are the free ride winner.Tamara had her choice of 17 new cars to choose from, and selected the all new, completely redesigned, 2011 Hyundai Sonata from Freysinger Hyundai.
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A Hyundai Genesis sedan shows that you know about luxury and quality, but are also keenly aware of true value and not mesmerized by prestige labels. You even get bonus points for sticking with the V6 version, which delivers excellent performance (zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds), better fuel mileage and even a touch more agility.
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also serving the nearby Harrisburg, Carlisle, York, Lancaster, Gettysburg, and Chambersburg areas. We take pride in the vehicles we sell and strive to succeed in great customer experience and satisfaction. Whether you are looking for a new Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Accent, or Hyundai Sonata we would be happy to assist you in your car buying process.At Freysinger Hyundai in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania serving our nearby
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customers and nearby neighbors in the Carlisle, York, Lancaster, Gettysburg and Chambersburg areas, we give you easy access to the most up-to-date internet car buying tools: you can quickly view our new Hyundai Specials, Used Car Specials, new Hyundai inventory, used vehicle inventory, research or compare your new vehicle, request a test drive, apply for financing, schedule your next service appointment, or even get door to door directions. We make new and used car buying research, comparing, and shopping easier for you at your nearby York Hyundai and Lancaster Hyundai dealer, so you can spend more time finding the perfect Hyundai vehicle.Motor Trend Test The 2010 Hyundai Tucson
Comparing the the all-new 2010 Hyundai Tucson to the previous rendition is quite a shock to the system. First, there's the exterior. Its European-designed sheetmetal boasts flowing natural lines from Hyundai's recent "fluidic sculpture" mantra, meaning there's more than a bit of flair infused in this functional Korean crossover. Secondly, it's more fuel efficient than its demode predecessor, offering more bang for the buck. And lastly, after we spent a few days behind the wheel, it proved itself to be a thoroughly evolved player that's primed and ready to shake up the fierce crossover class populated by the Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox, and Toyota RAV4.
Yes, that is a rather dramatic assertion. But take a glance at the model compared to last year's, and you'll get a good understanding of just how much Hyundai wants to fit in with the segment's fashionable boys and girls. Its lines sweep back considerably from the short, rounded nose, giving the vehicle's outline an impression of sleekness and sportiness. Long gone is the rugged crossover look the brand previously possessed. Say hello to the era of the dapper, softer-roading urban dweller.
It pulls off the Euro-chic look pretty well, we have to say, though we would have preferred lower body-colored bits and a bigger wheel and tire package to better fill out the generous wells. (Our Diamond Silver GLS tester came standard with optional 17-in. alloys wrapped in Kumho Solus KL21s.) Then again, potential buyers can step up to the Limited trim level for standard 18-inchers to take care of the latter.
Ride quality was on the stiffer side for a compact CUV. It was, however, never jarring to the point of severe annoyance or kidney pain. Some bumps and potholes communicated rather harshly during our stay together, but nothing too bad. Bigger front stabilizer bars likely were the culprits for the mildly firm ride. These gripes noted, we ventured into more curvaceous environments and appreciated the Tucson's spry demeanor. Its electronically controlled steering felt more assured than on our First Drive impression (a subsequent calibration might have made this so), with turn-in well prescribed and manageable.
New for the model year is an Eco Button indicating when economical driving behavior is achieved. We tried to adhere to the Eco mode as much as possible, but found that it sometimes put us at speeds slower than the posted limit. Nevertheless, we achieved the claimed 31 highway mpg (23 mpg city) on our SoCal freeway runs. If you're wondering, it bests the EPA ratings of the Honda (21/28), Chevrolet (22/32), and Toyota (22/28) models.
Full torque is had at just 4,000 rpm, meaning more than a few torque-steer-filled jumps from stoplights were the norm at first. Once we adjusted to the touchy tall pedal, the engine's smoothness continued to impress. During highway speed lane changes, torque was often difficult to muster while high in the six-speed auto's range. A handy slot of the gearshift into manual Shiftronic mode for a downshift quickly remedied the power searching. During said lane changes, we were consistently forced to double-check our blind spots. Thanks to the new thicker D-pillars, rearward visibility has been diminished; our mirrors were mostly filled with a nice view of the Tucson's prominent back haunches.
The 60/40 folding rear seats are clad in leatherette. Our 6-ft-plus friends had no problem fitting inside with ample room, thanks to the model's extra 3.3 in. in length and 1 in. in width over the outgoing model. Cargo room was never a problem during our last-minute holiday shopping. The Tucson is shorter than the Honda by 6.1 in. and the Chevrolet by a whopping 14.6 in., so the days of averting mall parking spaces labeled "Compact" are over.
So is the 2010 Tucson what Hyundai needs to grow its meager 2-percent CUV market share in America? Considering all the factors, the simple answer is "Yes." We can't wait to put the new Tucson up against some of its hottest new adversaries, so stay glued to MT Online for the full report.
