Don't miss out on one of the best mid-sized sedans on the market! This makes for a crowded and competitive playing field, and the 2019 Hyundai Sonata is right up there among the leaders among new mid-sized sedans for 2019. It is a reliable, comfortable, and sporty ride, whether as a family car or as a commuter. The new Sonata has plenty of modern technology that is user-friendly and has a lot of room inside. There are very few changes from the 2018 model, but there are some minor tweaks here and there that add detailed and thoughtful touches to each ride. As a reliable car, the Sonata is hard to beat, but don't miss out on a zippy car that is simply fun to drive. Drivers can also relax with the knowledge that they are covered by a generous warranty. Keep reading to find out what you need to know about the 2019 Hyundai Sonata.
Hyundai offers a five-year or 50,000-mile limited warranty on the whole car. The carmaker also offers a 10-year, 10,000-mile warranty on the drivetrain.
The SE is the base model. The Eco trim is as the name suggests, ecology friendly. It has a smaller engine with better gas mileage. The SEL is the mid-range. The Sport has a sportier package and engine. Limited is the top of the line with a lot of extras.
The standard engine is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder attached to a six-speed automatic transmission, and it has 185 horsepower. The Eco version is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with a seven-speed automatic that has 178 horsepower. The Sports version is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic that has 245 horsepower.
The base engine gets an EPA estimated 25 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway. The Eco trim gets 27 in the city and 37 on the highway. The largest engine is rated at 23 MPG in the city and 32 MGP on the highway.
The National Highway Safety Administration gave it a "top pick" designation for its overall safety features. Rearview camera and rearview traffic warning are standard. Blind spot monitoring is also standard on all models. Forward collision warning and automatic braking are available. Adaptive cruise control is also optional at the higher trim levels. Lane keeping assistance is standard at the top level, available at all levels. Remote lock and unlock is standard. Hyundai can use GPS technology to find your car if it is stolen.
The Sonata's infotainment system is user-friendly, and is like most systems. It has a 7-inch touchscreen that is compatible with Android auto and Apple Carplay. Menu structures and user controls are intuitive and well organized. Some vehicle functions can be operated with voice control. It also uses smartphone apps that can be configured with your phone. You may also monitor maintenance with your phone. The sound system is good with a nine-speaker system, and there is a higher level available as an option.
The Sonata has the most head and leg room of any car in its class. The interior room is generous by mid-sized car standards. There is a total of 122 cubic feet of space inside the cabin. The Sonata also has 22-feet of trunk space, which is better than average for this size of car. Rear seat legroom is not as big as some similar cars, but overall the interior space is generous for a mid-sized sedan. The Sonata can carry five adults comfortably.
A panoramic sunroof is available on the top trim level. Other features include standard leather seats, heated front seats, power passenger seat, cooled driver's seat and bucket seats are also standard. Navigation, hands-free communication, and wireless phone hookup are all optional features at the highest trim level. Standard seats are cloth. Heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel are also available. The top trim offers smart cruise control and blind spot monitoring as standard features.