9 Ways the 2024 Hyundai Sonata Is Like a Premium Movie Theater

Renowned for its blend of ultramodern styling, dynamic performance, and advanced technology, the refreshed Hyundai Sonata now features a more aggressive new look, improved aerodynamics, and a host of new factors designed to elevate the driving experience. With consumer interest in sedans currently experiencing a marked resurgence, the boldly contemporary Sonata stands out as a market-segment contender for buyers seeking a combination of luxury, athleticism, and cutting-edge innovation available as either an all wheel drive, sport performance, or hybrid version.

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Choosing the perfect Hyundai Sonata trim level is like perusing the wide selection of feature film options at a movie theater, each catering to different tastes and preferences. Just as a cinema offers an array of films from action-packed blockbusters to thought-provoking dramas and innovative documentaries, the Sonata lineup provides a variety of trim levels to suit the preferences of a variety of drivers. This diverse lineup allows drivers to choose a vehicle that perfectly matches their driving style and needs, much like picking the perfect movie for the evening, ensuring an enjoyable and personalized experience every time they get behind the wheel.

All Wheel Drive

For the first time ever, this year's model introduces HTRAC all-wheel drive (AWD), a first for a Hyundai sedan in the U.S. This front-wheel drive-based system uses an electro-hydraulic setup to control AWD coupling, offering a quicker response, more precise control, and increased stability for all-weather driving. In addition to the Snow drive mode which enhances driver security and all-weather confidence, drivers can also switch between Normal, Smart, Sport, and Custom drive modes, adjusting engine, transmission, AWD (when equipped), and steering settings to tailor the driving experience.

Sport Performance

The 2024 Sonata lineup includes a gasoline-powered 2.5L engine, a 2.5L turbo engine, and a 2.0L hybrid electric (HEV) engine. The 2.5L turbo engine is specifically developed for the N Line, delivering robust performance. The new Sonata's aerodynamic design improves fuel efficiency and stability during high-speed driving, making it a perfect blend of performance and economy.

Premium Hybrid

Combining efficiency with modern technology for a greener drive, the HEV model features e-Motion Drive, which ensures a smooth and comfortable driving experience under various conditions. For the first time, the HEV model includes paddle shifters and a regenerative braking mode to enhance fuel efficiency.

Crowdpleasing Blockbuster Hit

While the entire Sonata lineup is sporty, the N Line turns up the volume with even more dynamic style. Equipped with a 290-horsepower 2.5L turbocharged engine, exclusive 19-inch N Design alloy wheels, and N accents throughout the interior and exterior of the vehicle, driving the Sonata N Line is like that exhilarating experience of watching blockbuster hit film in a movie theater. Just as an especially noteworthy film captivates its audience with unique storytelling, bold visuals, and unexpected twists, the Sonata N Line delivers a thrilling and distinctive driving experience that stands out from the mainstream. The enlarged front bumper grille area and rear spoiler express bold attitude, while the dual twin-tip exhaust amplifies Sonata's innate sportiness. Inside, red-accented stitching and cross-metal patterned trim reinforce the image of a dynamic sports sedan. The N Line's enhanced performance features like Active Sound Design, Launch Control, N Powershift, and Rev Matching parallel the innovative techniques and daring creativity often found in high-quality cinema and make the N Line a standout in the Sonata family.

Big Screen Panoramic Display

The floating theme of the interior cabin creates a futuristic mood and represents a forward-thinking approach. The open and airy ambiance within the vehicle's cabin along with clean lines and low-clutter surfaces create a more spacious feel. One of the standout features of the 2024 Sonata is the integration of its panoramic curved display, which combines the driver information cluster and the infotainment system providing a seamless and immersive digital experience. This impressive display is akin to the silver screen in a movie theater, drawing you in with its crisp visuals and intuitive layout. Just as the silver screen is the focal point in a theater, the panoramic display in the Sonata serves as the central hub for all your driving information and entertainment needs. Whether you're navigating through city streets or streaming your favorite music, this screen provides a cinematic experience every time you get behind the wheel.

We wanted to give Sonata a more contemporary design statement. It is super wide, fresh, modern, and very cool. Its low-slung design embodies our theme of Sensuous Sportiness, and its coupe-like styling makes this the most aerodynamic Sonata design ever. A true sports family sedan.

Simon Loasby, Influential Designer and Head of the Hyundai Style Group at Hyundai Motor Company

Theatrical Ambient Lighting

Ambient lighting plays a crucial role in creating a welcoming and immersive atmosphere, both in movie theaters and in the 2024 Hyundai Sonata. The Sonata's interior features strategically placed LED lights that illuminate key areas, creating a soft and inviting glow that adds to the calming sense of tranquility and enhances the overall mood of the cabin. The overall colorful aesthetic is futuristic and minimalistic, reducing unnecessary elements and focusing on essential design components. Whether you're driving at night or simply want to add a touch of elegance to your commute, the ambient lighting in the Sonata helps to set the perfect tone, much like how ambient lighting in a theater enhances the cinematic experience.

Comfortable and Supportive Seats

Just as a premium movie theater boasts plush seating designed for extended comfort, the 2024 Hyundai Sonata offers seats that ensure a luxurious and supportive ride. The Sonata's seats are crafted with high-quality materials, providing both comfort and style. The front seats come with power adjustments, heating, and ventilation options, making long drives feel like a relaxing cinematic experience. The ergonomic design ensures that you remain comfortable, even on the longest of journeys, much like how premium movie theater seats are designed to keep you comfortable through a marathon movie session.

Immersive Advanced Sound System

One of the highlights of any premium movie theater is the sound system, which brings films to life with crystal-clear audio and deep, resonant bass. The 2024 Hyundai Sonata offers a similar experience with its advanced Bose Premium Sound System. This 12-speaker system, equipped with CenterPoint 360 technology, delivers a rich and immersive audio experience, whether you're listening to your favorite playlist or the latest podcast. The high-quality sound system ensures that every note is clear and vibrant, making your drive feel like a private concert or a movie screening. Just as a premium sound system enhances the movie-going experience, the Bose system in the Sonata elevates every journey.

Conveniently Useful Amenities

No movie theater experience is complete without a place to hold your snacks and drinks, and the 2024 Hyundai Sonata doesn't disappoint in this regard. The Sonata's cupholders are not only conveniently placed for both the driver and passengers but are also designed with a touch of elegance. The centrally located cupholders in the Sonata ensure that your beverage is always within reach, adding to the overall convenience and luxury of the interior. This thoughtful design mirrors the convenience of cupholders in a premium movie theater, where accessibility and ease of use are paramount. Beyond convenience, the Sonata excels in technology integration, featuring a head-up display (HUD), wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The vehicle also offers advanced features such as Digital Key 2 for smartphone or smartwatch control, a panoramic curved display with 12.3-inch screens for driver information and navigation, and continuous Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates combining luxury and high-tech functionality for a user-friendly driving experience.

Eye-Catching Architecture

Exemplifying Hyundai's theme of 'Sensuous Sportiness', the exterior design of the 2024 Hyundai Sonata mirrors the stylized architecture of a premium movie theater by exuding an air of sophistication and modernity that captivates onlookers. Just as a theater's facade combines sleek lines, dramatic lighting, and bold structural elements to create an inviting and awe-inspiring presence, the Sonata's exterior boasts a seamless blend of Hyundai's signature Seamless Horizon Lamp, wide front-end layout, and aggressive aerodynamics. The low-slung, coupe-like silhouette of the Sonata, accentuated by its dynamic grille and larger air intakes, evokes the same sense of anticipation and excitement one feels when approaching a beautifully designed theater, ready to be swept away by the magic within.

Mindfully Plush Escapism

Just as a premium theater offers a cocoon of comfort, the new Sonata is similarly equipped with an array of advanced safety features to provide a relaxed and secure driving experience. The Sonata ensures a serene journey with features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 1.5 (FCA 1.5), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA), and Blind-Spot Collision Assist (BCA). Enhancements like Safe Exit Warning (SEW) and Safe Exit Assist (SEA) prioritize safety, while Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC with S&G) and Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC) offer effortless driving. The Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) adds convenience, and Rear Occupant Alert ensures no one is unintentionally left unattended in the vehicle. Noise, vibration, and harshness performance have been improved with body reinforcements and upgraded steering wheel material, making every drive more comfortable for a peacefully quieter escape.

The 2024 Hyundai Sonata brings a premium movie theater experience to the road with its comfortable seats, panoramic curved display, convenient cupholders, ambient lighting, and advanced sound system. Whether you're a movie buff or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, the Sonata offers a driving experience that is both luxurious and immersive. With its blend of style, technology, and comfort, the Sonata ensures that every drive is a journey worth taking, much like how every trip to the movies is an adventure to be savored.

With a total of nearly three million sedans sold in the U.S. in the past twelve months, those new buyers and owners seeking to stay in the sedan segment will find that Hyundai is there with beautifully updated Sonata models. Sonata will now be available in All-Wheel-Drive, attracting even more sedan buyers to Sonata.

José Muñoz, president and Global COO of Hyundai Motor Company and president and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America

In the News

Source: Hyundai | Hyundai reinforces its commitment to sustainable growth through the launch of the Hyundai Performance Institute Technical Student Program, with a brand immersion and recruitment event, during the Miami International Auto Show. Students from South Florida technical colleges and high schools were invited to strengthen the roots of the talent pools available to local dealerships. Hyundai Motor America's collaboration with local schools and Hyundai dealerships is aimed at creating foundational partnerships and addressing the technician shortages. Hyundai is proud to help boost career opportunities in the technical field throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties for high school and college students through the launch of our brand immersion and recruitment programs, said Emanue'l King, senior manager, Technical Training Programs, Hyundai Motor America. The invaluable unsung heroes behind bay doors responsible for customer safety and satisfaction are highly regarded at Hyundai and we strive to become their brand of choice when selecting their future career path.

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