While many OEM’s have trimmed or cancelled their sedan models – moving to EV’s and SUV’s – Hyundai has continued to believe in sedan marketability and demand. Their latest iteration of the Sonata mid-size sedan is an excellent example of their effort to provide choices other than EV’s or SUV’s for the consumer.
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata features four trim levels, two non- hybrid and two hybrid. The updated Sonata offers a sportier look with a lower profile and wider stance, updated cabins and more technology plus their standard complement of safety elements.
AS TESTED
We always love getting a Hyundai to test. The new 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited theyloaned us turned out to be a fine example of their commitment to sedans and hybrid powertrains in today’s marketplace.
Our Sonata Hybrid came in a very nice Transmission Blue (fashionable gray-blue) with pleasant tan trimmed interior. Sporting gloss black trims and accents, it was sportingly handsome with its 17-inch ECO-spoke styled alloy wheels.
This test 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited had a MSRP of $37,200. The Limited trim comes very loaded up. Adding a couple of small accessories plus delivery – our test Sonata Hybrid priced at $38,525.
Undoubtedly one of the best values for a mid-size hybrid sedan – of this caliber- in the market today.
Let’s see what you get for under $40,000 delivered in your garage.
EXTERIOR
Key exterior features – in Gloss Black – included a stylish Mesh Grill, Side Rocker Panels and Rear Spoiler. The 17-inch Alloy Wheels were also accented in the gloss black.
Lighting was all LED – daytime running lights, turn signals and taillights.
Notable functional features included Hands-free Power Trunk Lid, Power Heated Side Mirrors, Rain-sensing Windshield Wipers, Power Sunroof and a Twin Tip Single Exhaust.
POWER TRAIN / MECHANICAL
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata is Front Wheel Drive. Under the hood is Hyundai’s Hybrid Power Plant featuring a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder gas engine integrated with a 39 kW Electric Motor and Lithium Battery producing 192 horsepower combined. The system uses regenerative braking to supplement battery charging.
The power is delivered to the road through a Six-speed Shiftronic “manual shift” Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shifters.
A Drive Mode Select with Sport, ECO and MYDrive selectable options allows the driver to customize response. We found the Six-speed automatic most responsive in SPORT mode.
In addition, Sonata Hybrid is equipped with Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go for efficient drive management.
Not a rocket from a standing stop (0-60 mph / 8+ seconds) but it did get up to speed ‘fashionably’ fast enough for us.
Factoring in Fuel Economy of 49 mpg with a Range of 620 miles, this sedan is a terrific value.
Of Note: We particularly liked the unique Column Mounted Shifter which was simple to understand and operate.
INTERIOR
On the inside, our 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited was spacious, inviting and comfortable front and rear. It was elegant in its updated simplicity of design.
Front seating was Leather Trimmed and featured 8-way Power Driver, 4-way Power Passenger with both Heated and Ventilated.
The tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel was leather-wrapped and featured vehicle and audio controls.
For passenger personal device convenience there were two USB Ports and a 12V Power Outlet.
Cabin comfort was maintained through Dual Automatic Temperature Control with Second Row Vents.
Rear seating was 60/40 fold-down with center arm rest and cupholders. Rear windows also featured Manual Sun Screens.
Finishing off the cabin were LED Interior Lighting and 64-color Ambient Lighting.
INFOTAINMENT / TECHNOLOGY / CONVENIENCE
Infotainment and convenience technology was managed through a bright and crisp 12.3-inch Touchscreen Display with Onboard Navigation plus Traffic Flow / Incident Reporting.
A Bose Premium 12-speaker Audio System had SiriusXM, AM-FM / HD Radio plus Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Other features were Dynamic Voice Recognition, Multiple Device Connection, Bluetooth Hands-free with Wireless Audio Streaming, Qi Wireless Device Charging, Hyundai Digital Key with Proximity Entry and Push Button Start.
Lastly, for anything else you needed, our 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited was equipped with Bluelink+ Connected Car Services and Bluelink+ Map and Multimedia Over the Air Updating.
SAFETY
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata has been rated a Top Safety Pick by the prestigious Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
Hyundai has a stellar reputation for the safety features in their automobiles. Our 2024 Sonata Hybrid Limited was no exception.
Active elements of the standard Hyundai SmartSense system included Surround View Monitor, Rearview Monitor, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection plus Junction Turning, Rear Blind Spot View Monitor, Blind Spot Rear Collision Warning with Collision Avoidance Assist, Parking Collision Avoidance Assist, Parking Distance Warning (Forward/Side/Reverse), Rear Occupant Alert and Safe Exit Warning.
Speaking of safety when parking, in addition to the above parking features, our Sonata Hybrid Limited had their Remote Parking Assist aka “Smaht Pahk” that we have raved about since introduced at the Super Bowl four years ago. It really does work!
Other elements included Lane Keeping and Lane Follow Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Vehicle Stability Management with Traction Control, Anti-lock Braking with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Tire Pressure Monitoring with individual tire indicator.
We continue to be impressed with their turn signal activated side view cameras that are vibrantly shown on the digital instrument clusters right or left. No excuse for missing people, cyclists or vehicles on your inside lane as you prepare to turn.
WARRANTY
For the 2024 Sonata Hybrid:
- New Vehicle 5-year / 60,000 miles
- Powertrain 10-years / 100,000 miles
- Hybrid Components 10-years / 100,000 miles
- Hybrid Battery 10-years / 100,000 miles
SONATA LINEUP
The 2024 Sonata Hybrid is available in two trim levels SEL and Limited. To learn more about each, go to SEL: https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/vehicles/sonata/sel-hybrid and the Limited: https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/vehicles/sonata/limited-hybrid
Information on the full line of 2024 Sonata models can be found here: https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/vehicles/sonata
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KEY DATA: 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited – as tested
- Model: Sonata
- Trim: Limited
- Class: Mid-Size Sedan
- Seating: 5
- As Tested: $38,525
- Powertrain: Hybrid
- Horsepower: Combined 192 hp
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
- Shift-by-Wire: Column Mounted Shifter
- Drive System: FWD
- Drive Modes: Sport / ECO / MYDrive
- Acceleration: 8.0 seconds plus
- Ground Clearance: 5.3-inches
- Suspension: MacPherson Strut / Multi-Link (F/R)
- Brakes: Four-Wheel Disc ABS
- Wheels: 17-inch Alloy
- Trunk Capacity 15.6 cubic feet
- Tires: Kumho Solis TA31
- Tire Size: 215/55R17 SL All-Season
- Fuel Economy 44/51/47 mpg City/Highway/Combined
- Fuel Tank: 13.2 gallons
- Range: 620 miles combined
Source: Media Test Drive and Hyundai Press Release Materials