2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: A Comprehensive Review

Overview

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a standout in the hybrid sedan market, offering a perfect blend of style, technology, and fuel efficiency. With its sleek design and advanced features, it competes head-to-head with the Honda Accord Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid. The Sonata Hybrid is available in three trims: Blue, SEL, and Limited, each offering a unique set of features and capabilities.

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The base Blue trim boasts an impressive EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined, while the SEL and Limited trims offer 47 mpg. The top-tier Limited trim, in particular, stands out with its luxurious interior and cutting-edge technology, including a solar roof that charges the hybrid battery pack.

Performance

The 2020 Sonata Hybrid is powered by a 192-horsepower gas-electric drivetrain, delivering performance comparable to many mid-size sedans with traditional gas engines. The hybrid system is finely tuned, providing immediate and consistent gas pedal response without any noticeable hiccups when the gas engine engages.

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Unlike many hybrids that use a continuously variable transmission (CVT), the Sonata Hybrid features a conventional six-speed automatic transmission. This choice enhances the driving experience, making it feel more like a traditional gas-powered car. The suspension is firm, offering a balanced ride that handles bumps and potholes well without being harsh.

• Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder hybrid
• Horsepower: 192 hp
• Transmission: 6-speed automatic
• Fuel Economy: 52 mpg combined (Blue), 47 mpg combined (SEL, Limited)
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Interior

The interior of the 2020 Sonata Hybrid is both luxurious and tech-savvy. The Limited trim features heated and ventilated leather front seats, a fully digital instrument panel, and a widescreen center display. These elements not only add to the car's high-tech appeal but also create an upscale ambiance.

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Despite its sleek, coupe-like design, the Sonata Hybrid offers ample space for taller adults in the backseat. The seating position is low, which helps with headroom, and the bench seat provides decent thigh support. Standard features include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ensuring seamless smartphone integration.

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• Seating: Heated and ventilated leather front seats (Limited)
• Infotainment: 10.2-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
• Comfort: Spacious rear seating, low seating position

Safety

The 2020 Sonata Hybrid has earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) Top Safety Pick designation, but only for the Limited trim, which features headlights rated as "good." Other trims have headlights rated as "marginal." The car performed well in all IIHS crash tests, receiving a "good" rating across the board.

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Standard safety features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, automatic high-beam headlights, and a driver-drowsiness monitor. Optional features include Highway Driving Assist, a 360-degree camera system, rear automatic braking, and a blind spot monitor that displays an image of your blind spot in the digital instrument panel when the turn signal is activated.

• Standard Safety Features: Forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control
• Optional Safety Features: Highway Driving Assist, 360-degree camera, rear automatic braking
• IIHS Rating: Top Safety Pick (Limited trim)
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Value in Its Class

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers exceptional value in the hybrid sedan market. While full battery-electric vehicles often steal the spotlight, hybrids like the Sonata remain a practical choice for those who frequently travel long distances or lack easy access to charging infrastructure. The Sonata Hybrid combines impressive fuel efficiency with a luxurious interior and advanced technology, making it a compelling option for eco-conscious drivers.

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With gas prices fluctuating, the Sonata Hybrid provides a cost-effective way to reduce fuel consumption without sacrificing performance or comfort. Its spacious trunk, which offers 16 cubic feet of cargo space, is another practical feature that enhances its appeal. The 60/40-split folding backseat adds versatility, making it easy to transport larger items.

• Starting Price: $28,725 (Blue), $36,275 (Limited)
• Cargo Space: 16 cubic feet
• Fuel Efficiency: Up to 52 mpg combined
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