2024 HYUNDAI SONATA LIMITED: GENESIS LUXURY + 47 MPG = MID-SIZE SEDAN LEADER??

EV Channels Review

The 2024 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid receives a significant refresh, aiming to reclaim leadership in the mid-size sedan segment. The exterior boasts a completely new front and rear design, highlighted by a full-width light bar and updated LED lighting. Inside, the cabin is substantially revised with a new dual-screen 12.3-inch display setup running the CCNC infotainment system, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Limited trim impresses with premium touches like a leatherette-wrapped dashboard, open-pore driftwood trim, and standard Bose audio. A standout feature is the class-exclusive rear window sunshades and a fully powered trunk. The hybrid powertrain, delivering 191 horsepower, is paired with a unique six-speed automatic transmission, offering a refined and quiet driving experience with an impressive EPA-estimated 47 MPG combined. Ride quality is a strong suit, emphasizing comfort and luxury, further enhanced by excellent sound deadening, achieving the quietest mid-size cabin tested by the channel. However, the 191 horsepower is less than key competitors like the Accord and Camry. The reviewer identifies the 17-inch arrow-inspired wheels as an "airball" due to their subjective styling and small size, while the overall luxury and refined ride are praised as a "slam dunk."