Author Topic: 2020 Hyundai Sonata - easy on the eyes! (Read 81230 times)

OliverD · « **Reply #40 on:** March 21, 2019, 08:57:45 am »

This is a good effort by Hyundai. Might as well make midsizes sedans interesting as they lose relevance.

Jaeger · « **Reply #41 on:** March 21, 2019, 09:34:32 am »

Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 05:10:18 am

First look at the KDM model:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdQAJJRd2Q
Is GDI gone? I wonder if we will get the same tiny 2.0L?

Those DRLs tho...

EV Dan · « **Reply #42 on:** March 21, 2019, 10:21:54 am »

Quote from: Jaeger on March 21, 2019, 09:34:32 am

Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 05:10:18 am
First look at the KDM model:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdQAJJRd2Q
Is GDI gone? I wonder if we will get the same tiny 2.0L?

Those DRLs tho...

Not sure how I feel about the chrome strip leading to those DRLs, will have to see in person or in HD. The car seems luxurious inside though, even gets a power shade

EV Dan · « **Reply #43 on:** March 21, 2019, 10:25:40 am »

Quote from: dirtyjeffer on March 21, 2019, 07:41:53 am

Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 05:10:18 am
First look at the KDM model:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdQAJJRd2Q
Is GDI gone? I wonder if we will get the same tiny 2.0L?
you can't really go by other markets...many cars use different powertrains depending on where they are sold.

True, but the latest Elantra here (or is it a Kia) lost GDI as well, so it's possible the automaker wants to clean up their act, that is to get rid of diesel-like particulate emissions.

dirtyjeffer · « **Reply #44 on:** March 21, 2019, 10:44:43 am »

Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 10:25:40 am

Quote from: dirtyjeffer on March 21, 2019, 07:41:53 am
Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 05:10:18 am
First look at the KDM model:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdQAJJRd2Q
Is GDI gone? I wonder if we will get the same tiny 2.0L?
you can't really go by other markets...many cars use different powertrains depending on where they are sold.

True, but the latest Elantra here (or is it a Kia) lost GDI as well, so it's possible the automaker wants to clean up their act, that is to get rid of diesel-like particulate emissions.

i don't think it has much to do with that...they are now using atkinson cycle engines, which are a bit down on power but offer better fuel economy...they are simply reacting to consumer demand...most journalists want "more power"... most consumers want "better fuel economy"...since journalists don't buy the cars, consumer demand wins...hence CUV.

Jaeger · « **Reply #45 on:** March 21, 2019, 11:26:00 am »

Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 10:21:54 am

Quote from: Jaeger on March 21, 2019, 09:34:32 am
Quote from: EV Dan on March 21, 2019, 05:10:18 am
First look at the KDM model:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdQAJJRd2Q
Is GDI gone? I wonder if we will get the same tiny 2.0L?

Those DRLs tho...
Not sure how I feel about the chrome strip leading to those DRLs, will have to see in person or in HD. The car seems luxurious inside though, even gets a power shade

Agreed. I think the DRL effect will be cool, but that chrome strip - I dunno.

Ontariodriver · « **Reply #46 on:** March 21, 2019, 07:29:26 pm »

What is it lately. KIA's looks decent. -minus the new sole. But the Hyundai, they all look like they being brush with the ugly stick

dougjp · « **Reply #47 on:** March 21, 2019, 07:38:48 pm »

Quote from: Ontariodriver on March 21, 2019, 07:29:26 pm

What is it lately. KIA's looks decent. -minus the new sole. But the Hyundai, they all look like they beaning brush with the ugly stick

Bizarro hilarious!! Call us when you wake up.

EV Dan · « **Reply #48 on:** March 21, 2019, 09:53:35 pm »

Quote from: dougjp on March 21, 2019, 07:38:48 pm

Quote from: Ontariodriver on March 21, 2019, 07:29:26 pm
What is it lately. KIA's looks decent. -minus the new sole. But the Hyundai, they all look like they beaning brush with the ugly stick

Bizarro hilarious!! Call us when you wake up.

conwelpic · « **Reply #49 on:** March 22, 2019, 12:56:26 pm »

March 22 - lots of photos on this new model here:

https://www.carscoops.com/2019/03/2020-hyundai-sonata-take-an-in-depth-video-and-photo-look/

random006 · « **Reply #50 on:** March 22, 2019, 01:06:54 pm »

I think it is one gorgeous car, both front AND back. The Sonata has come a long way since its humble beginnings.

Jaeger · « **Reply #51 on:** March 22, 2019, 01:54:58 pm »

Digital gauge cluster with integrated blind spot cameras is very cool. And so are the DRLs. Interested to hear more about the improved driving dynamics.

Ontariodriver · « **Reply #52 on:** March 22, 2019, 06:53:39 pm »

Quote from: dougjp on March 21, 2019, 07:38:48 pm

Quote from: Ontariodriver on March 21, 2019, 07:29:26 pm
What is it lately. KIA's looks decent. -minus the new sole. But the Hyundai, they all look like they beaning brush with the ugly stick

Bizarro hilarious!! Call us when you wake up.

I just prefer the fluidic design, Then they went a bit bland, Now it's Fugly.

This will date quick and will look odd in a few years.

This model was more stylish. Medico reliability though and bland to drive. But look nice, and I think it has age really well. Same with Sonata. It look really nice. Now I'm not sure...

Ontariodriver · « **Reply #53 on:** March 22, 2019, 07:02:23 pm »

Oh, this why I was here. Check out the video of the Sonata

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=TqdQAJJRd2Q

I'm sorry that is such an ugly car.

dougjp · « **Reply #54 on:** March 22, 2019, 07:32:45 pm »

The one and only thing we agree on is the current restyle of the Elantra, mostly the lower front sides but also the headlight area, looks cheap. Big regression from my car overall, IMHO.

Ontariodriver · « **Reply #55 on:** March 23, 2019, 08:23:04 am »

Quote from: dougjp on March 22, 2019, 07:32:45 pm

The one and only thing we agree on is the current restyle of the Elantra, mostly the lower front sides but also the headlight area, looks cheap. Big regression from my car overall, IMHO.

To me, it looks the car that came before the update. not the other way round.

Jaeger · « **Reply #56 on:** March 23, 2019, 09:53:53 am »

While we're quite randomly slagging other Hyundai products, I thought I'd serve this up - "fastback" version of the i30N hatchback. I kind of dig its aesthetic quirkiness and really dig its sporting capabilities. And I definitely think Hyundai is barking mad for not offering this N-product and the hatchback as well in North America. I suspect both would have much more broad appeal than the Veloster.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ei-CA3RBJig

Oh - and the more I see of Sonata videos, the more I think Ontariodriver needs an eye exam.

Or a troll-ectomy.

Great_Big_Abyss · « **Reply #57 on:** March 23, 2019, 10:11:11 am »

I don't necessarily disagree with OntarioDriver.

It has a little of the Bangle Era BMW's from the front, which wasn't a great look. I think it's because the front is droopy.

whaddaiknow · « **Reply #58 on:** March 26, 2019, 01:11:12 pm »

Anyone else noticed how the tacho is now going counterclockwise, just like the new 3-series. Sorry if it was already mentioned.
I really like the interior of this thing.

SearhardBurger · « **Reply #59 on:** March 27, 2019, 12:52:56 pm »

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a26952218/2020-hyundai-sonata-design-prototype-drive/

Wow Hyundai has really packed an incredible amount of stuff into this car. Some features that were only available on cars like the A7, A8 etc are now available in a Sonata

Good work, Hyundai! And that car looks amazing in red from the front!