Hyundai has announced at the end of last week that the Rides and 0-60 magazines will present at this year's SEMA show the supercar inspired Hyundai Sonata Turbo. The actual details of the modified SEMA Hyundai Sonata Turbo have not been released, but it will probably be powered by the standard 2.0T engine which develops 274 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque. However, the tuners might increase the power output of the SEMA Hyundai Sonata Turbo through various modifications.
As seen from the sketch / modified photo released by the manufacturer, the SEMA Hyundai Sonata Turbo will have a new aerodynamics package, including new front and rear spoilers, side skirts, and a boot lid lip. The SEMA Hyundai Sonata Turbo will also have a new exhaust system
with four oval tail pipes, new rimes and probably a lowered suspension system.
The exterior design of the SEMA Hyundai Sonata Turbo has been inspired by the Brabus Mercedes CLS Rocket. The car features a carbon fiber roof, grill, interior trim, side mirrors and rear diffuser.
Hyundai Press Release:
To build excitement around the recently launched 2011 Sonata Turbo, Hyundai Motor America teamed up with RIDES and 0-60 magazines to trick out one of the first turbos off the assembly line of its Alabama plant for a debut at this year’s SEMA show. Inspired by Ferrari, Mercedes and Porsche, the modified Sonata 2.0T will feature performance parts from leading aftermarket companies and custom fabrication work from RIDES’ and 0-60’s team of expert builders.
“The Sonata Turbo is an ideal platform for us to bridge the worlds of performance, aesthetics, luxury, technology and style,” said Ben Harris,
executive publisher, RIDES and 0-60 magazines. “The design we’ve chosen will accentuate the car’s lines and style, using influences from exotic supercars.”
The vehicle’s exterior modifications will be modest and tasteful, using influences from the four-door Brabus Mercedes CLS Rocket sport coupe to broaden and draw attention to the vehicle’s body lines from the factory. Key elements consist of 20-inch concave monobloc wheels, matte pearl white paint and a slew of carbon fiber components including the roof, grill, interior trim, side mirrors
and rear diffuser. To complete the design, fabricators will incorporate custom LED fog lights into the bumper.
Inspiration for the sporty interior design came from the Ferrari F430, with strategically placed stitched leather throughout and carbon fiber trim accents. Those strapped into the leather driver’s seat will take pleasure in performance upgrades including turbo and intake enhancements, and a quad tip dual exhaust.
The Sonata Turbo will be shown in the Hyundai Booth between November 2-5, 2010 (Booth #24387), among other vehicles from Hyundai Motor America. Outside of SEMA, the 2011 Sonata Turbo will be arriving in dealer showrooms later this year,
with 274 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque.
