2020 Hyundai Sonata review - specifications and photos

Contents of the review:

• Appearance
• Saloon sedan
• Specifications
• Security systems
• Price and configuration

Despite the fact that the official premiere of the new Hyundai Sonata sedan will take place only on March 11, 2019 at a special show in South Korea. On the official website, the manufacturer has already made a press release of the novelty, telling about the characteristics and configuration, as well as the comfort and safety systems. The world debut of the Sonata sedan will take place at the New York Auto Show in April 2019.

It is March 6, 2019 in Seoul that is considered the start of life for the new 8th generation of the Sonata sedan. On the manufacturer's website, the new car is positioned as a four-door coupe, but it looks like a sedan with modified elements for a coupe. Now let's consider the design of the exterior and interior, technical characteristics, equipment, as well as the date of the start of sales and the price.

Competitors:

• Audi A6 2019
• Bmw 5-series
• Hyundai genesis
• Lexus es
• Volkswagen passat

Exterior of the new Hyundai Sotana 2020

Appearance the new 8th generation of the Hyundai Sonata sedan is more likely modified than completely painted from scratch. The design of the previous, seventh generation Hyundai Sonata is clearly visible both in the front and in the back. The front part of the high-tech sedan, as the manufacturer calls the new Sonata, has received small but significant changes. The designers have perfectly fitted the new Full LED optics into the body, with integrated daytime running lights. As you can see from the photo, each headlight received 4 lenses, which indicates the presence of a high-beam control system and driver assistance assistants. It is worth noting that in addition to the navigation lights at the bottom of the main optics, some more were placed along the hood, thereby completing the side chrome edging. At night, this arrangement lends a special austerity to the new Hyundai Sonata.

Sedan hood also updated, the designers added a notch in the center and small cuts on the sides. The minimum changes were made to the main grille, it is she who gives out the similarity in front between the 7th and 8th generations. As a refinement, the insert of the horizontal grille strips is vertically divided into sectors. Although, according to the Hyundai manufacturer, this is not the final version and, depending on the wishes of the buyer, the insert can be mesh or from horizontal strips (black or chrome).

To complement the front end of the new Hyundai Sonata, the designers have added a chrome "smile" line across the entire width of the front bumper, bent upwards on the sides. Here, in places of bend, instead of the previously familiar and bulky foglights, small air intakes are installed, due to which the sedan's aerodynamics are improved. Finally, the front part is emphasized by a small additional radiator grille at the bottom of the bumper. As for the Hyundai Sonata windshield, there are no special improvements, the basic set is the same: heating around the perimeter, all kinds of sensors and a place for a projection display. With nuances, perhaps the shape has changed a little.

Sideways new sedan Hyundai Sonata has changed more noticeably. The designers have added a smoothly curved line from the front wheel arch to the rear feet. Another stamped line of a wavy shape appeared at the bottom of the doors, the thresholds received a similar shape, for all that, they decided to make them of black plastic, thereby emphasizing the severity of the car.

Designer feather also changed other side parts of the sedan, in particular, new door handles were installed, of a smooth shape. The side mirrors were moved to the door panel, due to which the doors received an additional triangular glass. The side mirrors of the Hyundai Sonata themselves look pretty modern and stylish. Black mounting leg, black bottom of the body, but the top will be painted only in the body color. From the functions of the mirrors, we already know about the electric drive, LED turn signal and automatic folding. It is logical that, in this class of car, they will add mirror memory for several modes and most likely a turning system when driving in reverse.

What the colors of the new Hyundai Sonata will be is anyone's guess. At the time before the premiere, it became known about the black, dark gray, white and golden shades. It is most likely that after the official start of sales there will be other variants of the body color. To finally emphasize the updated design, they were based on 17 ″ alloy wheels with Pirelli P-zero tires, as an option, the buyer is offered wheels with 18 ″ and 19 ″.

Behind the new Hyundai Sonata sedan has acquired feet of an unusual shape, one might say this is a work of art. If in the previous model the feet were slightly extended to the sides, then in the 8th generation they were stylized as Volvo with a small protrusion in the form of a spoiler. The technology itself, called "shining of the stars", is made in a similar way due to small crystals that brightly shine and transmit the glow of LED elements. The side of the feet is made in a C-shape, and as an addition, an additional LED line has been stretched over the entire width of the trunk lid. From the decorative elements one can note the Sonata brand inscription, in large chrome letters, as well as the company emblem.

The minimum changes were made to the rear window of the sedan, the designers fully conveyed the slope of the rear pillars and the very shape of the glass. The rear bumper of the Hyundai Sonata turned out to be strict, a minimum of notches and improvements. In the center there is a place for license plates, here are small LED fog lights, disguised as a general black background.

The last detail exterior Hyundai Sonata - roof. As befits a premium class car, it will be panoramic, with a sliding front. It is also worth noting that regardless of the overall color of the body, the roof will always be black. In general, the appearance of the new sedan is a pleasant experience, we can say that the designers have modified the 7th generation in a modern way, leaving well-recognized features. But at the same time, the most modern technologies were installed, which actually distinguishes the new 8th generation Hyundai Sonata.

Interior of the new Hyundai Sonata 2020

If the appearance of the new generation Hyundai Sonata and the 7th generation are at least somehow similar, then the salon has received noticeable changes. Many interior elements have become modern, with a glossy finish. The very top of the front panel was taken under the touchscreen 8 ″ display of the multimedia system. According to the manufacturer, for the time being, it will be based on Android Auto, but in the future, the Apple CarPlay system is expected. A pair of narrowed air ducts are located below the center console. Climate control panel with two dial selectors and monochrome displays. The transition between the console and the central tunnel was also not overlooked, adding wireless charging, several USB ports and a 220V outlet. The central tunnel of the Hyundai Sonata has changed no less, in particular, buttons are installed instead of the gear lever. Nearby are a couple of cup holders (according to the manufacturer, they will be able to warm or cool drinks), as well as buttons for controlling the suspension, choosing a travel mode and many other functions. The central Hyundai tunnel ends with a massive armrest, with the ability to store small things and a couple of additional USB ports for recharging.

From the presented photos, it's hard to say what the new seats will be like. But even with what we have, the comfort is clearly an order of magnitude higher. According to company representatives, the new Hyundai Sonata will receive high-quality leather interior lining, a full functional package for seats (heating, cooling, memory for several modes, massage function, etc.). Regarding the interior colors of the Hyundai Sonata, three options are still known: brown, black and beige.In each of the options, you can choose seat stitching, natural wood inserts or carbon look.

Driver's seat The new Hyundai Sonata has also undergone changes, the luxury car has correspondingly luxurious elements. The instrument panel shown by Hyundai is made on the basis of a color 12.3 ″ display, with the possibility of self-adjustment. The steering wheel Hyundai Sonata has also been revised, it was given a sporty style, 4 spokes, two of which have function buttons. The steering wheel adjustment is the same as in other premium cars, in height and depth. From the functional set of the Sonata, one can note heating, memory for two modes of settings. For convenience, the gearshift paddles, the Start / Stop button of the Hyundai engine and a small control panel for high and low beam, as well as foglights, were placed behind the wheel.

Even with the information about the new Hyundai Sonata, which was provided on the eve of the official show, there is enough to understand how the sedan was updated. Designers have brought the interior of the car to a premium class, thereby proving once again that the new Hyundai Sonata will be a serious competitor for other car brands.

Specifications Sonata

The basis for the Hyundai Sonata is a completely new bogie (platform), with a completely independent architecture, both on the front and rear axles. Due to this innovation, the engineers managed to significantly improve the driving performance, handling, reduce noise and vibration penetration into the sedan's interior. Accordingly, the torsional rigidity of the Hyundai body has also improved.

What will be under the hood of the new Hyundai Sonata, the manufacturer has partially revealed. At the moment, it is still known about 3 engines of the sedan, also completely new. Among them are two gasoline engines, one unit capable of running on natural gas and one hybrid version. Regardless of the engine chosen, the Hyundai transmission will be the same, likewise, and the drive will always only be front.

Comparing the presented engine of the new Hyudani Sonata with the previous generation of the sedan, yes, the power has increased slightly, in the same way as the performance. The presence of a hybrid version and a natural gas engine can also be considered a progress.

But still, for such a modern body and interior of the Sonata, I would like more powerful engines that have surpassed the mark of at least 250 horsepower.

Many people want to see similar improvements in the Hyundai transmission, since the 6-speed automatic transmission is gradually becoming obsolete. Many modern manufacturers are already setting 8 tbsp. Automatic transmissions or even robotic. On this occasion, there are already reviews on the network, respectively, it remains to await the official display of the new product in order to understand what the new Hyundai Sonata is capable of.

Safety and comfort Hyundai Sonata

According to the manufacturer, the new generation Hyundai Sonata 2020 will be the most progressive and functional car among other models of the brand. Among the already known safety and comfort systems that are installed on board the sedan, we can note:

• full package of airbags;
• remote control from a smartphone;
• autonomous parking assistant;
• lane control system;
• collision avoidance system;
• monitoring of the driver's condition;
• electric boot lid;
• keyless access;
• Wi-Fi access point;
• 4G LTE mobile communications;
• control of blind spots;
• climate control with remote control.

The named list already confirms that the new Sonata can be controlled from a distance using a gadget. Control the fuel level, the condition of the engine, as well as simply drive the car. It is likely that after the official show or the start of sales of Hyundai, new functions will be announced, which the manufacturer has so far decided not to open for general inspection.

Price and configuration Hyundai Sonata 2020

Despite the fact that the new generation of Hyundai Sonata was only shown and not officially, the company representatives have already named the date of the start of sales, as well as the price. According to available information, the official start of sales in the Korean market begins in March 2019. The starting price of the 2020 Hyundai Sonata will be 23.46 million won (approximately RUB 1,360,000)... Top grade sedan will cost from 32.89 million won (about 1,907,000 rubles).

In all likelihood, at the beginning of summer, the new Hyundai Sonata will appear on the North American market, and closer to autumn (late August, early September), a new sedan should be expected in Russia. Most likely, for the Russian Federation, the characteristics of the car will be finalized, in the same way as the complete set (temperature regimes and conditions of the road surface will be taken into account). The overall impression of the new 8th generation Hyundai Sonata is positive. Stylish design, unusual front optics and rear feet, as well as a luxurious interior and a good set of safety and comfort systems. In a word, the engineers, together with the designers, did a good job so that the new generation of Hyundai Sonata surprised its fans and not only.

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