Build Dates
Aug 1998 - Apr 2000
On Sale Dates
Aug 1998 - Apr 2000
Applies To
GLE sedan
Vehicle Type
Medium Car
Engine/Fuel Type
Petrol / diesel vehicles
Price Bracket
Under $35,000
Rating Year/Datestamp
2000
ANCAP Safety Rating
Rating Expires
N/A
The tested model of Hyundai Sonata was introduced to Australia in 1998. Airbags were not fitted to the Australian test vehicles but provided good protection from serious head injury for the driver in a US offset crash test of an airbag-equipped Sonata.
Dual airbags are optional for about $1200. The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Lap/sash (3 point) seat belts are fitted to all seats, including the centre rear seat.
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