2022 Hyundai Sonata Review

Hyundai has a reputation for manufacturing visually exciting and practical cars for a good value. Improving a beloved model means improving technology that wasn’t available before and upgrading style details to stay relevant with the new year. The Sonata is a popular model that Hyundai has revamped for the 2022 season. We’ve compiled a list of essential features of the 2022 Hyundai Sonata to help you decide if it’s the car for you.

Exterior

The Hyundai Sonata is a midsize family sedan. This model has a lower ground clearance and has extended its length and width to improve comfort for passengers. The 2022 design emphasizes a coupe-like aesthetic, giving the impression of a luxury vehicle for a reasonable price. A back spoiler and elegant sculpting on the sides create a stylish and memorable exterior for this sedan. This car is available in the following exterior colors: blue, black, silver, Portofino Gray, white, Hampton Gray, and red.

Various trims offer different external features. The N line provides 19-inch wheels and quad exhaust outlets, meaning two exhaust pipes at the back of the car, each with twin tips. The Night trim enhances the sportier look of the standard N line by adding more sculpting to the hood and sides and including front and rear chrome badging.

The six trims of the 2022 Sonata are the SE, the SEL, the SEL Plus, the N Line, the Limited, and the N Line Night. This body is also offered in the Hybrid Blue, the Hybrid SEL, and the Hybrid Limited. Hybrid bodies have different power trains and features to accommodate additional batteries. The performance of hybrids may differ due to the other power trains.

Interior

The interior of this car is sleek and modern for a midsize sedan. The thoughtful design creates a clean space that emphasizes comfort, convenience, and style. Hyundai has endeavored to bring you an interior that feels luxurious without the overzealous price tag. The back seat is comfortable and spacious, and the car has 16 cubic feet of cargo space altogether, which is standard for the size of the vehicle.

The trims affect the makeup of the interior. For example, a panoramic sunroof is standard, starting with the SEL Plus trim. Additionally, you can buy upgrades for premium cloth seating surfaces and microfiber inserts.

You can also choose leather seating, starting with the SEL frame. Heated front seats are available on every trim except the SE, and ventilated front seats are available on the higher trims. If you’re looking for more cargo space, the 60/40 split fold-down rear seats are standard. This means more storage room for any potential road trips. 

Most trims offer features like dual automatic temperature control and console-mounted rear-seat vents to improve the comfort level of the driver and passengers.

Infotainment System

The infotainment system on the 2022 Sonata is thoughtfully constructed to remain subtle and intuitive, keeping the driver from focusing too much on the screen. The standard trims have an 8-inch center touch screen where you can control navigation, Bluetooth, and radio while having access to different camera views. You can also get a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster for the driver with certain trims and packages.

Hyundai is also debuting new technology that allows owners to use the Hyundai app from their smartphone to unlock their car and operate certain vehicle functions remotely. This removes the reliance on a key fob and uses near-field communication to operate.

In addition to the 9-inch color touch screen, you can upgrade to more luxurious infotainment features. You can add Bose premium audio with 12 speakers starting with the SEL trim. Higher trims also offer the 10.25-inch color touch screen instead of the standard 8-inch screen. This touch screen creates more room for navigation and traffic flow data, including HD radio and Sirius XM. All trims offer Bluetooth connectivity and compatibility with various phone operating systems. 

Drivetrain

The Hyundai Sonata is a smooth ride with great response and quick acceleration. The standard trim has a four-cylinder 2.5-liter engine with 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque. This is the standard engine for the lowest trim, and it’s combined with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Higher trims have a slight upgrade, with the SEL Plus and the Limited featuring a turbo four-cylinder 1.6-liter engine. The N Line feature a turbocharged four-cylinder 2.5-liter engine combined with an eight-speed Wet Dual Clutch transmission.

The SEL Plus Sonata can reach 60 miles per hour in 7.3 seconds, and the shifts from the eight-speed transmission are smooth. It does have highly fuel-efficient power trains, without addressing the hybrid offerings. The standard trim receives 18 miles per gallon in the city and 38 miles per gallon on the highway, with a fuel tank capacity of 14.8 gallons.

Safety Features

The safety features in the Sonata are an essential detail for anyone looking to buy a family car or a car that makes them feel safe. The new 2022 Sonata has all the safety features we’ve come to expect and love from Hyundai. It offers forward collision avoidance and pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist software, and driver attention warning software standard in all its trims. It also has rear occupant alert, blind-spot collision avoidance, and rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance software to ensure the driver is as aware of their surroundings as possible.

In addition to these standard tech safety features, the Sonata also has the basics of seat belts and strategically placed airbags. It also has child-proof safety features like child safety locks and power window lock-out buttons. These features can help you feel safe when driving your family around. 

Test Drive the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Today!

If you are looking for a new vehicle, the 2022 Hyundai Sonata is a great pick. It’s big enough for a family and their road trip necessities in the trunk. It’s also perfect for someone looking to commute in comfort and style.

The Sonata shows you can have a luxurious experience without the price tag. Stop by Hyundai of Trenton to take the latest Sonata for a test drive. Contact us if you have any questions about this new model or Hyundai’s 2022 offerings. Feel free to give us a call at 609-236-3539 if you prefer to speak over the phone.