STUD or DUD? 2011 Sonata Spy Shots Reveal Radical Departure, But From Where?

You have to say one thing about Hyundai.  Unlike other car companies, they aren't afraid to change when it comes to new models.

As these spy shots of the 2011 Sonata indicate, that there is more than one influence in the overall design.  Could that front end be a Lexus or simply a Camry?   Does the back end vaguely remind you of a Jaguar?  Who knows where the interior inspiration came from, but this is another bold design stroke.

So while it is a bit early to tell what the final product will look like, we can get an overall feel for the new design.  With that in mind look it over and tell us if the new Sonata is going to be a STUD or a DUD by you have seen so far?

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