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Thanks: CarsPlus Telegram: 2024 Hyundai Sonata Starting at $ Highs: Offers a lot of value for the money, striking exterior design, fuel-economy is impressive with every available engine. Lows: The sporty N-Line model has a stiff ride, driving position is a touch too high for a sedan, road manners aren't quite as refined as the segment's best. Verdict: The Sonata combines style and substance in a practical package that will serve a variety of families well. What's New for 2024? Hyundai has given the Sonata a refresh for 2024. Gone are the funky daytime running lights that ran parallel to the hood, and here are, well, different funky daytime running lights that span the width of the front bumper. The rear bumper cover and taillights are also redesigned, but the most meaningful update happens within. There are now two infotainment touchscreens fitted to a single curved display mount. The steering wheel also has a different look. Hyundai moved the gear selector from the center console to a knob sprouting from the steering column. On the mechanical front, all-wheel drive is now an option, but only on cars with the base four-cylinder. Hyundai has dropped the 180-hp turbocharged inline-four from the Sonata's powertrain options, but the 290-hp turbocharged four in the sporty N Line trim remains. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2024 Hyundai Sonata starts at $ and goes up to $ depending on the trim and options. SEL: $28,650 SEL Convenience; $31,665 SEL Hybrid: $31,950 N Line: $36,100 Limited Hybrid: $38,350 Engine, Transmission, and Performance A wide variety of powertrains are available on the Sonata, starting with a 192-hp four-cylinder and culminating in a 290-hp turbo four. While most models are front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive is available with the base four-cylinder. The Sonata is not the sharpest handler in its class—we like the Accord and the Nissan Altima better—but it's still composed and responsive on the road. We'd also like to commend Hyundai for continuing to offer a conventional automatic transmission in its family sedan. Much of the class has gone over to droning (but efficient) continuously variable automatic transmissions (CVTs). During our time with the Sonata hybrid, which pairs a turbo four-cylinder with a motor-generator that combines for 192 horses, we appreciated its fuel-saving efforts but disliked how it didn't smoothly transition between gas and electric power sources. The 290-hp N Line is one of the quickest front-drive cars we've tested, and it provides a satisfying amount of driving verve. The N Line nailed 60 mph in just 5.0 seconds, which is only a tenth slower than the Honda Civic Type R's time. Read More 📌 Instagram ▶ 📌 Tiktok ▶ @cartvpress
