Turbochargers are coming on strong from every corner of the automotive world as automakers scramble to meet the newly-announced CAFE fleet-wide mileage standard of 34.1 mpg by 2016. I love turbochargers, as they represent a compromise between horsepower and fuel efficiency. Plus, they are incredibly fun when you punch your foot into the pedal.
Hyundai really likes turbochargers too. So much, in fact, that they look to be setting a new standard both in power, and fuel efficiency, with their Sonata 2.0T. With 274 horsepower on tap and an MPG rating of 34 on the highway, the new Sonata is going to be the car to beat.