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Hyundai Stellar 2nd Gen

1986 – 1992

The Hyundai Sonata is a mid-size car produced by Hyundai since 1985. Initially a facelifted version of the Hyundai Stellar with an engine upgrade, the first generation encountered poor customer reception and was pulled from the market after two years. However, the second generation, introduced in 1988, saw greater success and was exported internationally beyond its South Korean origins. The Sonata is named after the musical term "sonata." Key Points: 1. The Hyundai Sonata is a mid-size car produced by Hyundai since 1985. 2. The first generation was a modified version of the Hyundai Stellar but was discontinued due to poor customer response. 3. The second generation, introduced in 1988, marked the beginning of the Sonata's successful international export. 4. The Sonata is currently manufactured in South Korea, China, and Pakistan. 5. The name "Sonata" was chosen, reflecting the musical term, to evoke elegance and harmony in the vehicle's design and performance.