Family-Sized Fun | 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line First Drive

[@TMS5100]

2980 hp is impressive. definitely class leading. alex got the super special n-line that no other reviewers got 😁

[@velboone6041]

Redline reviews got one as well

[@TMS5100]

@@velboone6041 redline reviews car seems to have 2690hp less than alex's.

[@2004cyrus]

Redline posted a compact N I think

[@AltarenGalil]

An impressive gearbox too, not many can handle those kinds of numbers.

[@seanpark3106]

@@TMS5100 Alex's sonata was special tuned 😉

[@slowanddeliberate6893]

This car looks perfect in that yellow paint!

[@dbrownj5516]

Impressive in-person design. Video and pics can not capture just how impressive it is

[@okanoshi941]

I've seen this color in person at the Hyundai Cafe in Gangnam. I would call this gold, not yellow. It is actually really beautiful 👌🏼💯

[@sockmonkey3D]

This is a great vehicle. This will be my next car I buy. I have been waiting on the Inline Hyundai Sonata and it's finally here.

[@joebrown9621]

Hyundai should at least offer an optional Limited slip diff in the N-line series

[@richki.24]

agreed ...

[@davids1816]

My half-hearted reply would be "it has an E-Diff that works as long as you leave on the traction control and it's an N-Line but not an N" But I agree... :)

[@theejoeylee]

And fog lights.

[@CapFlipGaming]

@@davids1816 I'd personally never turn traction control off on a car like this.... I see it as a non issue.

[@bird718]

all those people Hyundai hired from BMW M division has officially shown up in the product line

[@-fuk57]

Even the color reminds me of a BMW M.

[@supercooled]

Let me know when they hire a competent designer. This is an abomination.

[@bird718]

@@supercooled it looks iffy in the pics and i suspect its going to look much better in the wild. the designers they got currently use to work at Bentley, Audi, etc...

[@supercooled]

@@bird718 I’ve seen one in the wild. Didn’t impress me one bit. It looks wrought with over design cues and incoherent design direction. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to keep looking or look away in embarrassment. The K5 and the genesis line up look much more cohesive and palatable.

[@bird718]

@@supercooled saw the new sonata N already?

[@icboschert]

Give the people what they want Alex. An exhaustive list of your all time favorite winding mountain roads

[@champagnepapi8500]

Hey don’t worry! Even though things might get mixed up because of the volume of cars you have to learn, you create AMAZING QUALITY videos and this has helped me a ton!!!

[@2004cyrus]

I think this car would be gorgeous with an off white interior

[@2004cyrus]

Such a beautiful area you are driving in Alex! I was as excited about the scenery as the car! This is a nice offering from Hyundai! So grateful for more options!

[@williamlong2682]

Holy Hyundai I just got 9 new Hyundai reviews in my sub box😂 I always go to Alex first, though. I applaud Hyundai for giving us this version of the Sonata, but as sporty and fun to drive as it seems, I’d probably still go for an Accord 2.0T or a Mazda6 2.5T, personally. But easy to see why others would go for the Sonata instead. I will say I’d have this over the Camry, though.

[@dougn2350]

Don't you mean Holy Hyundai Batman! ???

[@Bacnow]

That Accord is a perfect vehicle!

[@1958Cadillac-v2g]

Still, you should definitely test drive all 3, before deciding.

[@ThinkBeFree99]

This car is gorgeous! The subtle sporty tweaks to this model years regular styling are really well done. Even the hybrid looks good. If it has a comfortable ride and low noise coming through while driving this may be my next car

[@kyron2092]

I really like this, and it makes me more eager to see the k5 gt

[@jordyrobinson3643]

Hey Alex, I have a 2023 Hyundai being shipped as we speak. I would love to see a review on it. With that being said, I have researched and watched endless reviews and you are by far the most knowledgeable and detailed when it comes to giving a review that I have seen so far. Great job.

[@Xemnas103]

Another positive review on a Hyundai vehicle. Hyundai is really stepping up their game and I'm here for it! If you're not at least considering them when your car shopping, you're really doing yourself a disservice.

[@AltarenGalil]

A really gorgeous car, seems well made too. Its a shame theyre not selling the Sonata here in Europe, would really love to see them on the road.

[@dinohermann1887]

Not many would've buy it in Europe, unless it's German!

[@igordmitriev7211]

>do not worry... other than yellow WDYM this yellow is the best color for this vehicle by far

[@JJFLD]

Finally a new Hyundai that is actually beautiful.

[@MrNemo721]

Thanks for the review Alex been waiting for this for a while. Solid sporty family sedan I'd be curious to see a comparo vs. The K5 GT

[@slickflyguy]

Hyundai is hitting it out of the park with all their N Line vehicles. The other manufacturers' better take notice or be left in the dust by Hyundai!!!

[@davids1816]

This seems like what the current Maxima ought to be. I think adjustable shocks would probably really take it to the next level.

[@supercooled]

It’s not a m car with m pricing. Get real!

[@bird718]

they still make the maxima?

[@davids1816]

@@supercooled Your answer would make much more sense... if it did. 🤔

[@davids1816]

@@bird718 sorta. They make a body and engine but no transmission.

[@supercooled]

@@davids1816 I thumbs up myself because you clearly didn't find value in what I had to contribute. Your epxectations are not aligned with the price, brand cachet, whatever with tthis car. It pains me to say as a Kia driver myself but this is still a budget branded car. It's a pig with lip stick.

[@stephenhendricks103]

Very, very impressive. I've been a DCT fan since I opted for VW's DSG in my 2013 GTI when I replaced it with a 2018 model, I didn't hesitate to opt for it over the MT again. I haven't tried other DCTs but reviews frequently cite the Korean versions as less satisfactory. Good to see Hyundai stepping up their game. I'll withhold judgment until Alex reviews the KIA K5 GT but I suspect there will be few differences.

[@LukeO-1234]

They should have made Neutral the N logo lol

[@allencrabbe8585]

Regulations said no

[@josephomole6404]

@@allencrabbe8585 as in "N" for no.

[@tousshong9438]

I'm glad Hyundai didn't throw that tablet on the dash just many of the other other make does. It has the looks and HP are are there. Nice review again and again.

[@markd8469]

This car has great paint color choices . I have one in Hampton Grey that is a really beautiful looking color and then I see one in white, blue, black or silver and go WOW that's really sharp looking. I don't think they look bad in any of the colors.

[@mrt2734]

I would take this over a Honda Accord, Sonata N Line is gorgeous interior and exterior. It's fast for a Front Wheel Drive Sedan. But I own a 2009 Genesis 4.6, I love everything Hyundai and Genesis are producing. South Korean cars are awesome reliability is a 10.

[@hmm2928]

Damn those embargo dropping

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Motor trend got 5.3 seconds 0-60 for the sonata n line with 100ft stopping distance!

[@chrisa2223]

Same as CD in their long term Accord 2.0t. Honda definitely underrated the numbers on the 2.0t.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

The Hyundai is half a second quicker according to motortrend, and way better braking!

[@Raptors0524]

@@chrisa2223 My accord is so fast! I love it!!

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Yes but this sonata is even faster!!! And safer with such a short stopping distance!!

[@Raptors0524]

@@bradleyscarreviews I am curious of the longevity of the brand. They have been doing so well but I remember them from the 90s and 00s. I guess I cant get that out of my mind. I was going to buy a stinger but backed out because of those concerns. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@yabeenbamboozled5067]

They got the C and rear down pat. It's a nice looking vehicle

[@HarryKuloh]

Incorrect

[@anthonybailey7913]

Damn KDM is killing it!! It's gonna be between this new N-line if I can come to love the exterior styling vs the Kia Stinger 2.5t with that updated and upscale interior...great problem to have!

[@SittingBlue96]

Just drove mine home today, lol! This car is fun as hell!

[@Chahta3]

Alex your the BEST. at what you do! Excellent video!

[@djowsvideos]

They are going for it! Making awesome cars!!

[@autonewstv86]

*Can’t wait for the full N version if they ever make one!* ❤️

[@comgusgh]

Unfortunately, Hyundai officially announced there is no N version of Sonata.

[@akaDICworldwide]

This is the only n version sonata coming out until at least 2023

[@Stranger242-2]

@Gary Basra The Elantra N runs on the same platform as the Veloster N in terms of Engine/Transmission

[@comgusgh]

@Stranger24 Elantra was used 3rd generation platform, but Veloster is 2nd generation platform

[@christianmbabazi9722]

@Gary Basra but my worry is if it comes to the United States will they dumb it down :/

[@gregwiens35]

I think Hyundai Sonata calls that "snotta yellow" 🤣😂🤣 I can't get over how much Hyundai/Genesis is raising the bar in the auto industry! Finishes on that interior that would compete with some luxury cars. Great job, Alex, as always!

[@Stranger242-2]

TheStraightPipes had widescreen Apple Carplay when they did their video. Also your description shows 2980 HP

[@vjd222]

Yeah... mine has full screen Apple CarPlay.. no idea why his doesn't

[@scottmeans2]

Great review! I'm a senior so I'm clearly not the targeted market for this vehicle. I find the rear reminds me a little of the Civic which I find as a turn off. These big grills are not my cup of tea. How does this car compare to the (poor selling) Kia Stinger? To my tastes the Stinger is definition of beautiful.

[@iluvcakes19]

They are both good looking cars.

[@teddyhenriquez5192]

I’ve seen the new sonatas on the road and they certainly look dope as f****💥🤛🙌

[@AlienCreatureThing]

These and the K5 have been pretty nice head turners

[@stacyholt6529]

Gave you a thumbs up for the overall content but not so much for the overwrought styling of the vehicle. The drive train, yes...job well done Hyundai!

[@arsenyturin]

I really like flat black buttons on the steering wheel and other parts of the interface. Looks better than cheap shiny plastic

[@Xyzz-tt7qs]

This has a very important tech which 2.0 accord does not have, port injection. This will help avoid carbon related issues & lower maintenance cost. Hopefully Honda will add pi in future model.

[@rickrogers2649]

I see what you did there with the radio tuned to "sonata in E major". 😁

[@paullacey2999]

Lovely big car.Shame it isnt for sale in the UK....

[@chrish8229]

Tint windows and chrome delete. Look pretty sweet

[@raviller]

Would you be able to start installing a rear facing child seat for your reviews? That would be very helpful :)

[@johnnydwyer4261]

Don't forget that you also get 3 years of complementary service with this car or any other Hyundai product. Just another thing Hyundai does that no other manufacturer offers in the segment. Hyundai is doing EVERYTHING FIRST, everyone else is in there rearview mirror!

[@mahaloaloha6819]

Hyundai/Kia is the mainstream today like Samsung and LG.

[@thirstypilgrim97]

Samsung dishwashers are terrible

[@TidyBananas]

8-speed DCT will be in the Sonata N-line, Veloster, and The 2021 Santa Fe

[@watershed44]

*Wow Hyundai listened to the consumers and brought back REAL functional exhaust tips! THANK YOU FOR THAT!* Consumers don't really mind some soot on the tips...really we don't. That focus group must be greenie weenies...lol They don't buy these cars anyway.

[@samaanalkhaldi2364]

I like it 👍. Just missing the AWD system.

[@TaskSwitcherify]

Somebody please explain the obsession with soft-touch surfaces in a car? Is your computer or house soft-touch? Microwave? Fridge? So what's the difference if the panel or surface is soft if you never put your hands on it, like the airbag cover in front of you, a part of the dashboard, or the "untouchable" door panel? Thx

[@PsychicMedium4747]

I pick mine up tomorrow ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@tinhinnh]

This is a tough car - it has brass knuckles for exhaust tips

[@brianpetersen3429]

Excellent review.

[@joskjj3625]

It’s a shame badgesnobs still think Hyundai and Kia are “junk”, they are the same people who still think Honda is still “reliable”

[@glennharley945]

Agreed, this is called “anchoring” where people use past data and experience to anchor what they see and do today. Just a failure to constantly relearn, investigate, and question what you believe. Way way back in the day the new toyota and honda were junk and then boom we lthink they are the best. Sometime in the future this thinking will change as ot always does. This anchoring plays out well when you hear someone say chevy pickups are garbage because my dad said so 😂😂

[@rk4921]

The automaker said it booked 2.1 trillion won to cover charges related to engine defects that increased the risk of stalling and fire. The years-long quality problems have cost Hyundai and Kia nearly $5 billion and left the pair subject to a probe by U.S. authorities over the manner of their recalls. www.reuters.com/article/hyundai-motor-results/hyundai-motor-swings-to-quarterly-loss-as-engine-issues-batter-earnings-idUSKBN27B0EX

[@joskjj3625]

@@glennharley945 Toyota actually still makes good cars actually , you see Honda has oil dilution, slipping auto gearboxes, electrical issues,poor build quality, but modern Toyota, still is the same durable, high quality and reliability as the old days

[@joskjj3625]

@@rk4921 and lets talk about the worldwide issue that Honda still cant fix with your oil dilution 1.5t 4 cylinder engines, Second of all Hyundai and kia no longer use the theta 2 engines and has replaced it with the smartstream engines,meanwhile your Honda is still putting in defective oil dilution 1.5t engines which can lead to engine stalling

[@glennharley945]

Yup, agree, every company has its issues I have no favourites at all. I buy what i like and if issues oh well. I buy the car and not the brand 👍

[@kirbywaite1586]

It's nice to see some color returning to cars again.

[@bbbt8090]

Hyundai are doing big things man!

[@dr.dfargo2921]

I just purchased a 2019 Maxima with 2200 miles

[@jupitorsaturn8533]

Let’s have more fun, yeah! Gorgeous color. Backend look is one of the best I’ve seen. From the iPad, the gray interior is a let down. Black would off a better contrast to exterior as would matching color stitching. I drive a ‘20 Avalon Hybrid luxury model. I look forward to the day when exteriors in this color are offered for hybrids. I hope I live that long. LoL.

[@ericbanks327]

You compare the Sonata N Line to the V6 Camry and Accord 2.0. The Accord smoked the Camry V6 and Camry TRD (which is pretty much the same thing) in several KZbin video comparisons. The Camry will definitely get smoked by this car as well. The fastest midsized family cars right now are the Chevy Malibu 2.0 and Honda Accord2.0. Both do 0 to 60 in around 5.5 seconds.

[@ericbanks327]

@Robert Porter I have too. 5.1 being the fastest and 5.5 being the slowest. It can even keep up with a Mustang.

[@SY-ve5qm]

Another nice review!!! Is it better Camry TRD? Is it even comparable with G70?

[@MertMuftugil]

If AWD is added, this would be high on my list

[@makatron]

Oh it's coming in the proper N model

[@wnstj15951]

Kia k5gt has awd

[@MertMuftugil]

@@makatron thanks. That may be too much car for me :-) I’ll check it out

[@MertMuftugil]

Thanks. I’ll take a look at that video too

[@phild8602]

@@wnstj15951 No it doesn't, it is exactly the same as the Sonata N-line. You can get AWD as an option on the lower trims of the K5 with the 1.6T.

[@donaldpudas2949]

Great review. Thank you. How is the stereo. Is it Bose with just a name or does it really sound good? Is it good quality?

[@SteelTimeify]

Hyundai has really stepped up its game. 2980hp! Bugatti who?

[@makatron]

And still gets 40 mpg

[@iSina93]

I would like AWD

[@DaddyDan77]

With torque-vectoring. Go big or go home.

[@JT-fq2bl]

G70/Stinger said 👋.

[@davids1816]

The same motor will be in the Stinger next year for about the cost of awd more than the sticker on this car.

[@davids1816]

@Jennifer Meska they are nice but no AWD with the big motor there either.

[@아라곤-z6f]

Korean automobile quality is good.

[@alexanderpeter219]

Hey Alex, do auto manufacturers like Hyundai post the detailed setup of the suspension. Like chamber front/rear, Toe front/rear, spring rate and what not?

[@johnhenrymcmahon6878]

I love this car and with a killer color, too :).

[@ehut12]

trading in my 2019 Camry V6 for this 🤩

[@JohnnyJTav]

It's a Nice Color...

[@michaelhorner4011]

Nice color !

[@demetriuswilliams4416]

love that color

[@SoloTraveler1961]

6'7" rear legroom with seat adjusted for you. Lol! Must have been a long day!

[@ericdolby1622]

The Honda 2.0 must put the power down a bit better as it runs just as fast to 60. I have seen 5.5 out of the Accords

[@ericdolby1622]

@Robert Porter that is awesome . How do you like it? I had a 2017 accord v6 coupe that was fast.

[@ericdolby1622]

@Robert Porter Hondas are great. I love the ergonomics from the driver seat. Yeah my v6 only got 22 in the city. But the highway was great.

[@WKaznartist]

Alex, did you get a chance to test 0-60mph? Motortrend got 5.3 seconds to 60mph. But there’s no data from Car And Driver yet.

[@bobcraft9597]

Is winding mountain road a drinking game?

[@mcalebeb]

Good product, but I'm curious how many people wanted this? Are they capturing a new market or retaining their current customers?

[@BanBiofuels]

I like the yellow with the black grill. All the grills should be black if you have them that big.

[@bayyyshi8601]

The headlights are not projection led but MFR led? Are all the American versions the MfR? From the Canadian website the headlight is projection. Just wondering is there a trim for the projection? Or just the difference from the states and Canada.

[@GerryStilton]

Alex, does the back seat folds down for bigger cargo items?

[@deu8894]

if AWD was added to this car, it could compete with certain versions of the Kia Stinger

[@trenton.tchannel1810]

The K5 gt line has the same engine with awd

[@meenamjah]

@@trenton.tchannel1810 nope. K5 only gets the 290hp with FWD. it's stupid

[@mikeomgwtf]

Every car guys sub page tonight is wild lol. Anyways I adorrrrrre this yellow colour, I think it's stunning. What's up with the hood/grill alignment above the badge at 1:36 though. Not a good look for a press car

[@trevorlynn7276]

Oh come on I love the yellow

[@mckylecfc]

Any news on aftermarket clip-on plates to reshape that front grille?😬

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

nice, dual injection, that's great

[@makatron]

It's been working great for the ecoBoost engines so it's worth copying

[@dougn2350]

The duel injection is the main reason I traded my 2019 Sonata for the 2021 Sonata.

[@dforrest4503]

It bothers me that your scale went up to 11 😂. But a great review overall.

[@broderp]

First off I like your video format and graphics. Second I love Hyundai, but I hate the very confusing and subtle differences between the trim levels, what happened to the good old days of base model, SE, Limited and Sport? They then threw in an "Ultra" trim and now this silly "N" vs "N Series" into a confusing array of limited option cars.

[@bfish9700]

So this is effectively the same powertrain as the top specced sorento? (seems tuned up a bit which is to be expected)

[@WinterMyth]

Does the Sonata N line have blind spot view on the instrument cluster when you use the blinker? Didn't look like...

[@mikejaynekennedy4790]

Hi Alex. Being a PPV (Pre-Production Vehicle) I was wondering what the ultimate destiny is for the model you drove. Will it be crushed and recycled, or, would Hyundai sell it? If they did sell it they could revise the warranty to exclude any fit and finish issues - buyer beware. The payoff? A much reduced sale price for the consumer. Who doesn't look for a good deal?

[@Flatfourdetailing]

I just wish the aftermarket market would be like JDM, even Euro cars.

[@youtoobe169]

Looks like you made a typo on the power in the description

[@mbenkelley1]

Tech? HUD, 360 cam, cooled seats? When available in US?

[@mrhanzoo2007]

yeah seem like they gave him a base model not a fully loaded one lol

[@Ben-xg7ig]

All late but all that stuff only comes with the limited trim. I keep going back n forth with my self if I wanna go with all the tech or sacrifice some tech and go with the more sporty nline

[@mbenkelley1]

ben yeah...... I ended up going with the Limited and I love it. Power is completely adequate

[@michaelstarr1285]

Sonata n line or kia gt 2.5t? That big grill kind looks like it can crack easily and i dont want the panoramic sunroof i think it is standard.

[@GLI_1701]

Can you review a 2022 Kia stinger GT line

[@smartkid1201]

As much as I love Hyundai, I can't help but being disappointed in the N-Line. This should sit above the Limited an have all the features the Limited plus more. Also needs a better engine sound since it is the performance model. Other than that, a very sharp looking vehicle!

[@samporter5934]

I feel like if they’re gonna give crossovers the full n treatment they need to give the sonata the full n version

[@b1bo840]

you didn’t have time for a 0-60? what you need, a day?

[@stevenmorris2293]

Have they worked out the transmission issues ?