2016 Hyundai Sonata Review - Why It's Better Than Its Japanese Competitors

the economy car market used to be mainly dominated by the Japanese; today, companies such as Hyundai are taking huge strides and matching, if not exceeding, their Japanese rivals. Today I take a look at the 2016 Sonata, and give my feedback as to why I believe it's better than its Japanese competitors.
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[@mrnewyork9194]

Purchased my 2016 Sonata 2 days ago and i love it. Great review...

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice! Hope you enjoy it

[@chronicfever6250]

Hey do you happen to know how to change the sterio color? , mines blue and I just wanna change it

[@shakiraragland625]

@@chronicfever6250 do it make some type of noise when you start it

[@amandawhite5327]

I had mine 2016 Hyundai Sonata and I'm so blessed to have this car it's very reliable and very quiet when the windows are up ....No road souuds

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice! I'd agree

[@calvinmoyo5576]

It your Hyundai sonata still condition have u had any issues so far

[@amandawhite5327]

@@calvinmoyo5576 I've had engine issues with my Hyundai Sonata

[@calvinmoyo5576]

@@amandawhite5327 thanks how many miles it was when the engine issues came on.

[@amandawhite5327]

@@calvinmoyo5576 it started once I hit over 100 miles

[@rainbowboii9512]

that sonata looks really nice.i know a lot of people,who own these.they are reliable.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice!

[@HalfDeadHuman]

Rainbowboi I95 1 know anything about the reliability for the hybrid? Thinking of getting one

[@joshbuercklin8013]

HalfDeadHuman did you get the hybrid? How has it been for you?

[@rstuff1605]

Ive notice i ,think this year style model, and the 2013 fusion look like twins from the back

[@BachBeethovenBerg]

I just bought a 2016 Sonata last week and so far I'm pretty pleased with my purchase

[@joylitz2477]

I just got a 2017 sonata formerly rental car colored white....very pleased and happy...i couldn't ask more...thanks for the educated enthusiastic vid as hyundai enthusiasts :)

[@AutoAutopsy]

Awesome :) Glad you enjoyed!

[@captainfresh1976]

I got a Hyundai sonata 2016 18,000 miles on it got a great deal

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice!

[@lmae8218]

so how much was it ?

[@michaelmedina7308]

I had a 2015 Kia Optima and I was really impressed with the quality of that car

[@AutoAutopsy]

Kia is doing great as well!

[@mr.pabliti6175]

In 2019 I bought a rebuild Sonata 2016 and I love this car, is very reliable and quiet.

[@AutoAutopsy]

awesome!

[@Starseed222-i5z]

I'm buying a rebuilt 2016 Hyndai Sonata tomorrow

[@HemiLyfestyle]

looking to buy one as my work car and I'm loving what I'm seeing thanks

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice!

[@dualityofman1253]

Nice video! Gives me faith in my 2017 Hyundai Sonata Sport again!

[@AutoAutopsy]

I'm sure the sport is even better! This is essentially a base model

[@ronjohanson5831]

I'm glad you switched it up a bit and did a review on a car other than a Saab or Mazda. I think this will help your channel grow.

[@andreshaas]

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[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks Ron!

[@AndrewKNI]

Great review of the Sonata. Nice to have a bit of variety. We don't get it in the UK but Hyundai and Kia are very popular here. My 2014 Hyundai Tucson (IX35) has been very dependable, and I'm considering the new Kona as a replacement.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Interesting; I'm surprised they're not sold in the UK!

[@MrPangulo007]

Thats ironic. In america markets those are worst and unreliable models of hyundai. Same with volkwagon. Its bad here. But ive heard its super good in UK.

[@AndrewKNI]

@@MrPangulo007 Yes, it's strange. As Scotty Kilmer says you need to check where a car is made. I don't know about American Hyundai cars but mine was made in Slovakia in Europe. Build standards in Europe tend to be built to fairly high standards. I did change my ix35 and bought a slightly used Tucson. 16 months later and its proved 100% reliable and is sturdily made. Granted the miles are low, and it's not powerful, but for now it does the job.

[@psychestyle30]

Just got a 2016 with 17,000 miles. Love it! It’s a limited

[@AutoAutopsy]

Awesome!

[@lmae8218]

for how much ?

[@psychestyle30]

lmae xo under $20,000

[@chosen7934]

lmae xo just got a 2016 sonata 18k miles, paid 11,750

[@lmae8218]

@@chosen7934 where ?! & used ?

[@bubbaniedermann6254]

My grandma has one she never drives so I take it and put it sport mode and I love it

[@AutoAutopsy]

lmfao oof

[@michaelbewaji1063]

Great review. Thank you so much! Love this car!!!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks Michael!

[@Krzrrazrrokr]

61,000 miles on a two year old car good lord

[@AutoAutopsy]

Yep, it definitely gets driven lol

[@MichaelB-cs6ke]

how about a 2015 Chrysler 200 w 150k? 😂

[@mrj3986]

2017 sonata...500k km for now... 😂.

[@KirDbDy]

I have a 2016 Eco. I’ve really enjoyed it so far. If I had one complaint, it would be about the DCT. It’s good for the most part, but there are times it feels weird when it shifts.

[@AutoAutopsy]

interesting, thanks for the comment!

[@robertsparks3584]

They replaced my dual clutch because jerky and surging. Now it work fine it's a warranty repair.

[@michaelzouzoukov6936]

iS it possible to replace the front bumper with one equiped with anti fog from a sonato of the same year?

[@What2expectinthehospital]

Thanks for the review!

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@kadeaugsburger6764]

I am 6'6 and my Mom is 5'11 and she can fit behind me with the seat leaned back and all the way down and as much room as I can possible get, im buying a 2016 limited one once I sell my g37 but I cant wait for the 87 gas life lol no more 93 time to save some money

[@AutoAutopsy]

Lol yeah. I feel your pain. All of my cars take premium too!

[@dougn2350]

I had the exact same car. I got over 40mpg cruising at 70 mph all the time. Unless it was very cold or the road was hilly.

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice!

[@97I30T]

The Sonata is a nice car but it’s nowhere near as sharp or engaging to drive as an Accord or a Mazda 6. Also, no manual transmission option is a bummer if you’re one of the very few who cares about that sort of thing. I chose the Mazda 6 because it’s more fun to drive and I wanted a manual transmission.

[@AutoAutopsy]

That's true; I quite like the mazda 6, and like you said, great that you can buy it in a manual

[@frann5918]

By engaging what do you mean? I recently got a new engine in my 2011 sonata and the guy was Japanese mechanic who took 3 months to change he got the engine from Japan and it’s is so fast I’ve never been pushed back in my seat in my Sonata and it is so quick it zooms with ease and it’s way stronger then before it’s quick in acceleration even when it’s going 40 it wasn’t like that before it’s so quick and the gas is so touchy and it’s the 2.4

[@frann5918]

Kent i have so much fun in it now it doesn’t even lag at all when I press the gas all the way like it used to the power is instant now on top of that it is so extremely smooth it feels like a luxury car almost but it can also be the fact that we customized it a lot it looks like a sleek sports car now all white and black and it has different suspension so Idk tbh

[@franklinramirezalmanzar4607]

Great video, value information.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks!

[@clausbohm9807]

I got that model and that color ... I never regretted buying it ... get sometimes 42 mpg. Bought Sport under 20K from Truecar

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice 👍

[@bvedant]

Looking at Hyundais more positively as well. What are your thoughts on the Tucson, and the new Kona, for that matter?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Honestly haven't looked into those too much! The Kona seems to be doing great though

[@bvedant]

Auto Autopsy hmm I live in the SF area and I haven’t seen any yet. they aren’t the most appealing but I’m hoping a facelift will change that as these cars are pretty appealing to first time car owners. as you say, recent used models depreciate like crazy but are still reliable unlike Audis or VWs

[@gregnixon1296]

I have a co-worker who used to have a Tucson. She couldn't wait to get rid of it. She has a Camry now.

[@auto_kevin9731]

Would be a good car to tune. If tuned right, it should make some decent power.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Possibly, this trim is NA though

[@polomorris851]

I have this same model and year, with 70K on it. It's not a great car at all, at least mine is not. It is burning oil and sometimes doesn't start immediately. I did an oil-burning test and the Hyundai dealership says it is within normal limits, 1.4 Qt per 1000 miles!! Just crazy this is normal for a modern engine. Also the problem with starting they said they couldn't make it not work; the battery and starter tested good. In addition to that, I changed the battery a year ago and it was $300 for a new one. Just super crazy. The third thing is, driving on regular gas ( like it is supposed to do ) engine knocks and hesitates. With Premium gas, it runs smoothly ( but more expensive). I really want to love my car but it is giving me trouble to do it. My other car is a 14-year-old Toyota Sienna and I never had any issues. So, from my experience, I will never ever buy another Hyundai. Only Toyotas for me. I like reliable cars and this car is not.

[@AutoAutopsy]

jeez....

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

Literally the exact same thing with me. Mine has rod knock and is burning oil with only 61,000 miles. The dealer says it’s not significant enough to make a repair. The hood struts and motor mounts have already failed, It also creeks while going over bumps. The build quality just seems to be extremely poor.

[@mayowadurojaiye1911]

I had bad experience with mine too, I would not encourage anyone to buy sonata.

[@samusvikerness661]

Don’t the engines blow at around 100,000 miles?

[@mvwoodum]

Just Bought one so far Its performing great

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice!

[@keke6894]

So would this be good for a new driver?

[@georgemccants8647]

I just bought this car sport edition I love it

[@user-jx8zw3yr1i]

BEFORE you buy one of these (or any Hyundai), lookup the theta II engine issues. 3 people I know (including myself) have had engine failures. Hyundai insisted we pay the $5500 labor cost to replace. My friend who has a kia with the same ThetaII GDI engine had his replaced for free...but that's only after trying several dealers. Also Hyundai's CAD$ 65,000 replacement cost for Ioniq5 battery just proves, yet again, that they will do nothing to help customers if a problem occurs

[@Lincolnator721]

how often are these people with engine failures replacing the engine oil? kia put a bulletin out to change the engine oil every 3,750 with full synthetic oil and using OEM oil filter miles under "severe usage conditions" (which is more like normal to me).

[@nabilm2941]

You guys get a screen on the base model? Here in the Middle East we only get a small screen for the radio on the base model! Talk about discrimination! 🤔😂 Yeah the Mazda6 is by far the better looking midsize sedan, and it's weird they don't sell as much as Accords and Camrys.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Well, different trim levels/options are different in different countries lol

[@nabilm2941]

Auto Autopsy Indeed!

[@1A_B_C1]

Is one looks better than 2019 or 2020

[@BanBiofuels]

I love the 2018 Sonata. The interior is better than the 2016 as well. You can get a Sonata SE for just $19,000. Expect 15% discount off MSRP for Hyundai and just 5% discount for Honda. The Toyotas look so horrible I would never buy one until they come to their senses.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice, thanks for sharing

[@danielwykowski6069]

I own one,I have had to replace the intake manifold sensor 5 times and hyunfai says the part isnt warrantied. The left front headlight burns out several times a year and they cant find a problem. Think twice, i will never buy another one.

[@user-uu2yw1lf1f]

German texi is E class, Korean texi is Sonata.

[@zabryant01]

And Optima

[@AGLife-wf3qj]

Mines doesn’t have a backup camera why?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Probably because it wasn’t optioned in your car..?

[@danielcuriel3638]

hows the music in the car at full volume? is the bass good?

[@AutoAutopsy]

It's fairly solid; could be better but for what it is, it's adequate

[@coulsonkyser9757]

Have any issues with this car?

[@AutoAutopsy]

nope

[@Emmanuel-jf7xf]

Correction Meant to say "GENESIS ( NOT INFINITY) PRICES ARE TOO HIGH FOR THEIR VALUE"

[@chantelari7728]

Do you prefer the Elantra or the Sonata?- Great video!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Sonata, it's bigger

[@chantelari7728]

Auto Autopsy thank you 💕

[@juniorsvlog9724]

going to buy one

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@sd7786]

They cant include seat wormers in a base lvl you need leather seats to include this option

[@AutoAutopsy]

good point!

[@graceamazing5321]

Actualy, there are a number of Fabric(cloth) seats that are "heated seats". My former car, a 2009 Sonata had that.

[@user-uu2yw1lf1f]

Economical Best of Best.

[@AutoAutopsy]

It's a great car for sure!

[@faustinagorman2234]

I like the sonata but because of the engine problems I am not liking it anymore

[@adeolarhchannel7000]

Am getting this car on Monday 66,000 for 6200 is it a good deal

[@AutoAutopsy]

sounds like it!

[@magnavox4794]

My grandparents had the 2.0t it reminded me of an early 2000s civic but turbod. Interior was better than a 2003 civic too but it handled similar and had more power. Basically if you want a modern old civic on roids this is it.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Huh, interesting..

[@mrhawk1924]

Give me the Genesis or Azera.. But I drive a Veloster TURBO Hyundai and my channel

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice

[@josenvy]

Any updates?

[@AutoAutopsy]

i don't own it so idk what you mean lol

[@Tungoon]

Got a 2015 car is great but the paint sucks just started peeling off and looks terrible Hyundai won’t do anything for me 155k

[@AutoAutopsy]

It’s a 7 year old car at that point. You’ll have to pay to have the paint fixed yourself. It’s probably been in the elements it’s whole life :/

[@Bleachanna]

It's not half bad but the headrests are painful and the seats are just too hard. Everything else is alright but the stereo is below average don't let it fool you.

[@AutoAutopsy]

I quite like all of those features

[@Bleachanna]

Auto Autopsy when I say stereo I mean the sound the overall interface is among the best actually.

[@austinraydavis]

Ha he literally said heated seats should be standard. I've never had them, never needed them when you have a heater🤣

[@AutoAutopsy]

must live in a warm climate then

[@_httpantwon]

Throwing shade to subaru

[@AutoAutopsy]

oops

[@reynardrouser7863]

I think I like Honda better

[@AutoAutopsy]

Everyone is subject to their own preferences!

[@joaquinpatino3419]

I have one hyundai sonata I love it

[@AutoAutopsy]

awesome :)

[@vermontvermont9292]

Just bought a 2015 yesterday

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice

[@vermontvermont9292]

@@AutoAutopsy what's the deal with the engine recalls?

[@anonymoustv5770]

Looks like you are in the Phx area

[@AutoAutopsy]

I am!

[@chanseormon]

My grandma has a Red 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nice!

[@Emmanuel-jf7xf]

Stop whinning about seat heaters. Not for that entry level price. You want fancy & elaborate trim, it will cost you more. That is true of ALL makers. If it is not an option, and comes with as standard, believe me, the cost is built into the overall price. Nothing is free. Besides, you can buy seat warmers that you can plug in. In line four engines outlive V6 engines. See a clip on YT by Scotty kilmer. Bro you forgot to mention Hyundai 10 yr/100k powertrain warranty not provided by Toyota, or Honda. FYI, that warranty ONLY APPLIES TO ORIGINAL BUYER & OWNER. IT IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS. SO BUYER BEWARE!!! THE TIMING BELT MUST BE CHANGED AT 65K MILES. IT IS AN INTERFERENCE ENGINE. SOME COMPANIES WILL NOT ISSUE WARRANTY COVERAGE UNTIL YOU'VE SERVICED THE TIMING BELT AT 65K. HYUNDAI CARS ARE FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO DRIVE AN ECONOMY CAR UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF. MY WIFE OWNS THE 2008 AZERA MODEL WITH EVERY OPTION CHECK IT OUT. THE LEATHER & CABIN STILL SMELLS NEW 10 YRS LATER. WE'VE ONLY CHANGE OIL, & FILTERS. IT WAS HYUNDAI FLAGSHIP UNTIL THE GENESIS DEBUT. THEY ARE EXELLENT VALUE BOUGHT USED LIKE WE DID AT 15K MILES. IT CAME WITH 3.8L V6 & AUTOMATIC REAR WINDOW SHADE, CLUTCHLESS SHIFT, STEERING COTROLS FOR ALL RADIO/CD DASH FUNCTIONS, FRONT/REAR SEAT HEATERS, INFINITY SPEAKERS, ETC. INFINITY PRICES ARE TOO HIGH FOR THEIR VALUE. THE 2018 HYBRID BLUE SONATA IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. 60 MPG COMBINED. JUST CHECK IT OUT. DO NOT BUY A PRE 2000 HYUNDAI. I USED TO SELL THEM. THEY WERE NOT WELL MADE. THAT WAS WHY THE OWNER FIRED HIS SON FROM BOARD CHAIRMANSHIP, &; REPLACED THE FAMILY BOARD WITH OUTSIDERS, THEN HYUNDAI TOOK OFF LIKE CRAZY.

[@tails300]

Emmanuel newer Hyundai Sonata’s and Kia Optima’s don’t use timing belts they use chains and the warranty is transferable, the catch is it drops down 50,000 miles or 5 years.

[@Emmanuel-jf7xf]

Knuckles300 Thank you for the update.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Don't think I was whining in any way, considering how the other 11 minutes of the video were portrayed.

[@Emmanuel-jf7xf]

Auto Autopsy Bro, you may not have been "Whinning", but you might have been asking a lot for a lower trim vehicle. A little bit more filtering before presentation might be in order. However, that wish of yours came off sorta, as a knock against Hyundai. Just saying.

[@Emmanuel-jf7xf]

Auto Autopsy If I did the video, I would have told the audience that there was a seat heater option. Then leave it at that. Not, "I wish Hyundai added the seat heater to.... blah blah blah. No one gives away luxury items for free.!!! Want a roof? You pay extra. Ditto for all the other "Luxury" items. We're not talking seat belts, or airbags here. If you want luxury, then the Limited versions in Sonata, Azera, Genesis, and Aquus might be in order. I sincerely commend you for your video contributions nevertheless. Thank you.

[@larbilucas9422]

I have a hard time choosinf between this sonata and a 1.500 dollar cheaper 2015 Jetta

[@AutoAutopsy]

Personally, I'd buy this. The sonata will hold its value better and will most likely be more reliable too

[@christophermhdavis]

Wow that thing has 61k miles mine is a 2016 with 60k miles and its now 2021

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice!

[@condoningchaos4789]

Just bought a 2016 Sonata with 60k miles on it!

[@christophermhdavis]

@@condoningchaos4789 i love mine its awesome

[@MrPangulo007]

Samsung is luxury.... why shouldnt hyundai

[@0991lasiza]

good as a camry i agree

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@stevenlopez6682]

SAAAAAB

[@ronnyjakens6988]

Horrible car review you can't review a car inside from start to end not showing anybody that the body of the car the accessories and everything you keep talking from beginning to end 0 and 10

[@AutoAutopsy]

It’s a shame your opinion means literally nothing to me.

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

I absolutely LOVED this car car when I first got it. Fast forward a few years, I can’t wait to get rid of it and I will absolutely never buy one again. Nothing but problems that America’s “best” warranty doesn’t stand behind. Oil and filter changed every 3-5k mi. but the car has rod knock on cold start with only 61,000 miles. It’s also burning oil. The dealer says it’s not significant enough to make a repair. The hood struts and motor mounts have already failed, It also creeks while going over bumps,. The build quality just seems to be extremely poor.

[@AutoAutopsy]

wow...jeez!

[@nyarhuyt9081]

1 year later... someone with same exact problem. LOL LOVED this car for couple of years. but burning oil and also Hyundai is will bring out Lionel Messi to run around their "BEST WARRANTY" when you bring it to them.. if you are dealing with this burning oil issue... here is an advice.. SELL YOUR CAR!!!

[@TheSokodelic]

1. Install an oil catch can 2. Run ATS 505 CRO and CFO through the engine and fuel lines, respectively. Doing these two things will clean out the gunk and carbon that accumulates in these engines and help prevent/slow down the rate (the oil catch can) of carbon and gunj buildup. All GDI engines have bad carbon buildup issues, but it seems especially bad with these Hyundais' (sonatas, Elantras, etc ..2011ish-present day) My '16 Sonata runs better now than it did when i bought it in 2019. Also, make sure to clean your throttle body at least once a year. Sure...a bit more maintenance than a Honda or Toyota of approximate age, but more than doable. Reply if you need more info.

[@jacobyo99]

The 2011-2014 and the 2018+ are both better looking than this car. This car is painfully bland looking inside and out

[@AutoAutopsy]

That sounds like a whole lot of opinion to me...

[@jacobyo99]

Yes, it is my opinion. This car is not ugly, just bland. However, when the 2015 Sonata was released, I remember one car reviewer, The Fast Lane Car I believe, asked "Where'd the style go?" Hyundai also reduced the base horsepower from nearly 200 to 185 from the 2014 to 2015 model year. 2.0 turbo power was also reduced. Cars.com's review says "The Sonata's new design is polarizing to our staff. One of our editors wished he could be as enthusiastic about the new styling as he was about the distinct look of the previous generation. He said the previous Sonata ''was a knockout, a 'look at me' design-challenge project that worked amazingly well,'' and that it was instantly identifiable - unlike the new car."

[@captainfresh1976]

Jacob Shreve might be a little better looking but you had recalls on some of those 2016 doesn’t have a recall

[@emperor___palpatine]

in my opinion the 2016-2017 are the best models of the sonata

[@tommyd6665]

South Korea ...

[@reynardrouser7863]

I think Honda is better Hyundai are slow cars

[@AutoAutopsy]

So is Honda tho? lol

[@marlonsegovia8410]

muestra el auto, no tu cara

[@pupinas3]

yo m8 wtf is this. where's more saab stuff. :D just kidding, do whatever is you like :)

[@AutoAutopsy]

Haha, about half of my uploads have to do with Saab!

[@candykendricks2069]

😳😳😳the sabb community is in tears right now! your sabb pass is under judgement and is in danger of being revolt😁 your under investigation 😂🤣u can't be caught dead in any other car especially a Hyundai made in South Korea o man do you have some explaining to do 😂🤣the American auto company's already have u on extreme watch 🤣😂

[@AutoAutopsy]

Lol

[@candykendricks2069]

Auto Autopsy 😂🤣

[@lancewatson5952]

That Hyundai Sonata was built in Montgomery, Alabama, NOT South Korea !!!!!

[@classicrocker81]

Still a disposable car just like Nissan

[@AutoAutopsy]

But any car can be disposable, lol....