Is the 2024 Hyundai Sonata N-Line a BETTER sport sedan than a Toyota Camry TRD?

FIRST DRIVE: The Sonata is getting some big changes for 2024 from Hyundai. On the outside of the N-Line you will discover a new front fascia, wheels and lighting. On the inside you will be greeted by (2) 12.3in screens, and sport seats. Under the hood is a 2.5L turbocharged inline-4 that produces 290HP & is mated to an 8-speed DCT. Is the 2024 Hyundai Sonata N-Line a BETTER sport sedan than a Toyota Camry TRD?
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[@dthompson3426]

You have to respect Hyundai/Kia for helping keep affordable sports sedans alive, both compact and midsized.

[@baraka3800]

KIA N HYUNDAI ARE THE MOST STOLEN CARS ON THE PLANET

[@jdubdoubleu]

Are you kidding me. The price increased $6k in only 3 years

[@pacmanc8103]

@@jdubdoubleuThey are still only tight for about 40,000 miles, though. After that, wobbly.

[@319_AutoDetailing]

@@pacmanc8103absolutely false. Maybe early 2000s.

[@christianyoung6654]

@@pacmanc8103not my 23 Elantra limited with 60k. It’s still smooth and tight around turns

[@gmpny3945]

While the American auto manufacturers pretty much abandoned the sedan market, the Asian and European manufacturers capitalize on it. The new Sonata looks to be a winner. Way to go Hyundai!

[@justme-tu6sb]

Yeah now sedans are all asian cars and germans

[@peachulemon]

Candian autoshow had no sedans besides lexus, we litery are being forced to buy SUV's literry being told what we want because the profit margins on SUV's is massive compared to sedans where u have to actually deliver a good car. SUVs are just low quality garbage with 60k price tag and no options for cheaper car because 'the market wants suvs' except no one wants suvs just forced on us

[@laural7449]

I get a lot of compliments on my 2024, more than i did on my 2023. many want to know what it is and want to sit in it. when they hear the price they are shocked

[@DeepDishPizza]

Sedans are making a comeback. Sales are up 42% from a year ago.

[@RaitisRides]

We will see what happens in the end.

[@MoeCamera]

Thank god. I was getting sick and tired of all the mom vans.

[@KevPezJALP]

In all in on a sedan for my next car . Maybe a Camry, maybe a Sonata, or a K5

[@davidp2888]

I just got a 2024 Mazda 3 sedan. It’s a blast to drive.

[@jjpark1989]

​@@RaitisRides In the end... it doesn't even matter. I've had sedans, coupes and SUVs. I'm done with the small cars. I'm getting a Tacoma as my next vehicle.

[@carlosmachado-sd8il]

That is one of the nicest refreshes I've seen

[@jrod237]

Man this car design is at another level. I’d like to test drive this N line asap. After the test drive, I’d probably whisper to myself, “Yeah, I’m Batman.” Thanks Joe & Co.!

[@laural7449]

get out and drive it, they are a blast

[@pokerfred68]

For the money, it’s an unbeatable sedan. Add 100 to the price and add rear vents please.

[@curiosityredpill7030]

You know every car actually have rear vents it’s usually under the driver and passenger seats

[@pokerfred68]

@@curiosityredpill7030 true, but referring to the obvious lack of upper vents in center console.

[@MarbsMusic]

@@pokerfred68 I noticed that, my 2023 SEL Plus has them, I have to wonder if the Limited will have them but not the N-Line.

[@qnzman578]

True, the backseat in general seems to be the only place this car lacks compared to the competition

[@tjkim382]

we r lucky that we have it in canada

[@lukevega77]

Been waiting for this one! Then the 2024 Elantra N and the 2025 Kia K5 GT, and THEN I can decide 👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@stevensafa571]

I'm in the same boat! @raitisrides any idea when we will see the Kia K5 GT full review?

[@LogoYt-gx9uf]

If you want something that is quick and can handle turn very well Elantra N is the best option. I’ve had both Elantra N and Kia k5 and k5 is more luxurious but no LSD in the k5 and Sonata N line is a big turn off for most. Only problem with the Elantra N is that they are nearly impossible to find at least where I’m located took me 2 years to find one. But test drive them all and at the end of the day it’s whatever felt the best for you.

[@SlownVibin]

Elantra N

[@official_commanderhale965]

@@LogoYt-gx9uf I was Fortunate to have 5 in my area, but could get the 6 speed in the color I wanted. DCT it was.

[@MrJOHNC352]

I bought my 2024 N line two weeks ago. I thought it needed a badge on the trunk, so I went out and bought An OEM N line badge and added it myself. The column shifter works much better than the buttons on the center console that my 2021 N line had.

[@OtusOne]

I added an OEM N Line badge to the back of my Elantra as well!

[@slow_rednline4874]

​@@OtusOneme too

[@Marcos-jq4ms]

I did this on my 2022 N line! Haha!

[@Charles-kg5fl]

Same, I added an OEM N Line badge to my 2024 Dark Horse

[@dwayneobas9095]

Joe knows how to get his hands on vehicles quick.

[@jeffs6090]

I've been waiting for the new Nautilus though. It's been at dealerships for a few weeks now, and he still hasn't gone on throttle in it.

[@josephsavage9055]

⁠@@jeffs6090agreed, I ordered a Nautilus, currently waiting on delivery, but I still wanna see Joe go on throttle!

[@mcnuggetapple]

It’s insane how good that looks

[@k9keo]

This refresh looks way better than the last model. The front end kind of looks like a Lucid Air. Kudos to the fastest sun shade I have ever seen. 😎

[@jereignjayavenhenryjohn6802]

This new Hyundai Sonata is going to be my new daily 👍

[@RaitisRides]

That sounds like a great plan.

[@lisamelting]

It’s already mine. Love it.

[@boogiedownkid5465]

Hey Joe. Great vid as usual but it’s missing the part when you go under the hood and talk horsepower

[@vmaxbaby]

Yea he missed that :(

[@speedyninetyone]

I believe it’s 290 horsepower.

[@darthvader1759]

I was gonna say the same thing!

[@dasheffield5596]

And the MPG?

[@Crogando]

He will sunk the editor’s job behind scenes 😂

[@Ken_Rav4]

Hey Joe 7:42 you forgot open the hood😅

[@justinprayor2286]

I was hoping someone would say it 🤣 I want engine numbers

[@jazzyboy7784]

​@justinprayor2286 ..yeah I think he screwed up...not like him.

[@user-oo7mf1jj9v]

Yeah glad we noticed he didn't show under the hood, instead he drove off and showed us the interior where the Twinkies get stored

[@uhoutx]

♥️Thank you, Joe and Steven!❤🤠

[@Shaqshaq_pov]

Definitely a nice redesign. I would get this exact package all black on black.

[@Krissyfoxtrot]

Bought my 22 N-Line in Oct of 2021 in Canada. It has all these things and more. And easier to circumvent. for the older folks...lol

[@daujones6448]

Almost went and bought one today, I've a 2021 Kia K5 lxs, very tempted to get this over K5 GT

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is serious!

[@borislee1054]

@@RaitisRidesi keep telling myself i don’t need it since my 2021 K5 lxs is paid off 😩

[@jond4328]

Either way, you're buying a Hyundai. Only difference with the N_line over the K5, is your getting a Hyundai with a Hyundai name....not a Hyundai with a Kia name

[@shawnfahey7243]

Hey! Joe, I can watch your videos all day long. I love your details, humor and your entertaining videos on all of the different types of vehicles. Keep up the good work.

[@bchewpimpin2968]

I was waiting for this video big Raiti! Now I know how much food can fit in my future sedan!

[@RaitisRides]

heck yeah! I am so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@velboone6041]

Went an checked one out at the dealership yesterday an videos don't do it justice, its really beautiful an well designed.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that.

[@porfiriato84]

That basically goes for any car. For some reason they look better in person.

[@laural7449]

the transmission blue is one of those colors you can't photo well, looks way better in persom

[@carlstallins4067]

😂😂😂😂 nope they want hit 200,000 miles

[@user-ih6vg4rr9r]

@@carlstallins4067that’s what I was wondering. Have the engine and transmission issues been fixed? If so, it’s not worth it…there’s a reason why they extended the 10 year warranty on the engines.

[@fifasf3379]

Wait heated and ventilated seats?? I thought they were just heated .. I’m sold !

[@AndyFox22]

US spec Sonata Nlines only have heated seats. Not ventilated like he mentioned unfortunately

[@fifasf3379]

@@AndyFox22 that’s what I thought. Thanks for the reply . I do t think it even has a heated steering wheel correct? The limited as usual has all those things …

[@pugcore2736]

Ventilated seats are so nice I never thought I needed them but now I can't do without them

[@fifasf3379]

@@pugcore2736 that’s why I was curious to see if this one was going to have ventilated seats like the Korean model. Of course, it doesn’t though lol. The Q5 still has that package though with ventilated seats so that may be an option as well for me. Although I love the look of this car. I currently have a 2020 Accord sport 2.0 And want more features such as ventilated seats, panoramic, sunroof, etc. That’s why I might be interested in the Camry as well even though it’s slower as a hybrid, but the all-wheel-drive intrigues me since I travel for work a lot and it comes with all the bells and whistles

[@greglaird299]

I love my 24 K5 GT!! But this car is beautiful

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Amazing review Joe.

[@lindsayrice1570]

I just purchased the 2024 N Line. This is my 7th Hyundai Sonata. Couple things I miss from the others but more that I love on the newest. I will say the one thing I’d like to see the designers update is the ability to see song and artist title for satellite radio. There’s definitely enough space!

[@BrandonBaecker]

You know I noticed this when I test drove one but didn't have time to play around. I was wondering if that was a UI thing or just a setting. Unfortunate that is the case. Hopefully they can fix it in a software update if they get that feedback. I'm planning on buying one soon.

[@brianrecoma4381]

Removing the rear vents was an interesting decision. Especially since the previous gen has them. Also not allowing AWD on the N-Line trim is a huge miss.

[@laural7449]

then they are competing with their own brand for genesis. Plus you won't be sub 40k price range and this car's features/power train sub 40 is pretty much untouched

[@OtusOne]

I'll forgive them the AWD if they get a better transmission for this car tbh

[@laural7449]

@@OtusOne I am highly confused, it is highly respected and reviewed system. It actually works extremely well day to day and when you want to have fun.

[@alfrules27]

Don't think the car is gonna reach 40k just by putting rear vents and a spare tire. Hyundai decision doesn't make any sense.

[@AJSparacio413]

I would rather get a Legacy Sport for the same price and get a heated steering wheel, rear air vents, storage pockets, a spare tire and AWD. If I wanted more features I would get a Touring XT.

[@brandonmiramontes4995]

Another banging video 🎉

[@john2011jb]

I’m pulling the trigger when I come back from my trip I absolutely love it. It met everything I expected and then some I’m going for the White/Black one

[@mattjingles5758]

Loving the refresh and especially that new tail light!!

[@Hate---Love]

Man whenever I am able to go to the US, I will have to eat all the different foods you mention in your videos haha, you could say it is one of the main reasons why I watch your videos, keep up the great work and never stop comparing the size comparments to foods 👀

[@jeremyramirez583]

I enjoy your breakdown of affordable vehicles! Right now looking for a new car so these videos have been helpful

[@BradMaiden1999]

I went out and traded in my Subaru Legacy for this in silver. Such an upgrade. Thanks for the video!

[@kervensferdinand669]

Joe I couldn’t wait for you to do a first drive with this brand new Sonata N line. Now I’m waiting for the first drive of the new Toyota Camry 2025.

[@TheGabagoolGuru]

Me too!

[@richardbutton1179]

They still make the Camry? Thought the Crown replaced it

[@kervensferdinand669]

Nah bro they still make it bro

[@kervensferdinand669]

@@richardbutton1179 the crown replace the Avalon

[@kervensferdinand669]

@@Brian_Eugene_Leeyou mean u Prefer hybrid or…??

[@francysantos1916]

Midsize sedans for me all day. I love my 23 TLX Type S!

[@D1man1525]

Preach brother!

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

God damn... Sonata look badass in black ❤‍🔥

[@jeffreymohrlock5503]

Just picked up my N line two days ago. It's a fantastic car. Only wish hyundais assembly QA was a little bit better. The front bumper alignment was terrible. Had to take it off and realign all the panel gaps myself. But for the price point, its to be expected. Awesome car!

[@darkivaz-aaa1145]

Yes joe. All around including warranty and reliability

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Yes of course Joe & this car will be my daily.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so fantastic!

[@ivanlowjones]

No, it won't.

[@G00fyG0ober]

So The speakers "Boss Premium" after purchasing car (N-Line) are great! Just have to adjust the base, treble, and audio settings and it's great. First time I tested at dealership the setting were set to low, so didn't sound good.

[@gaiden4567]

Hyundai all the way. My favorite including the elantra and Tucson. Please do a review Tucson also.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is awesome!

[@Stereophile11]

This makes me appreciate my accord 2.0T so much more.

[@porfiriato84]

Which would you rather pick Joe? This or the 25 Kia K5 GT?

[@nrglobal]

just picked up an n-line in portifino grey and Im loving it

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is awesome! Congrats!

[@Bluecollarguy87]

Excelawait!? That had me rolling!!! 😂😂😂

[@Yallahchris]

what a car joe! I think this has impressive performance for the money. fire vid

[@MetalHead1S1K]

“I think maybe they ran out of N line badges” lmaoo 😂😂😂

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs and the cars with you!

[@afr1952]

They ran out of rear a/c vents also. Those Hyundai back seats get real hot in the Arizona summer and the front a/c just doesn't keep up. Had lots of rear passenger heat complaints in my Hyundai Tiburon and Elantra.

[@official_commanderhale965]

@@afr1952 My Elantra N wasn't too bad, but I also got a ceramic tint to help cool it down.

[@JR.Journeys]

His videos be so detailed 💕

[@killinspr3e]

Went on throttle next to an unmarked at 20:18 😂😂 gotta love it!

[@natedenomme7774]

I think the car is gorgeous and has so many cool touches, but like you said Joe, there’s a few small things they could have done just to bring it to the next level for performance style sedan, def agree with you having nicer calibers and a rear badge. Similar to audi though? I believe the s line only has badges on the side fenders 🤔

[@alecgarmoe4617]

I had the 2021 N-line and it’s nice to see they finally added ventilated seats. It was my only complaint with it other than the gloss black trim that scuffed super easy.

[@DeepDishPizza]

Can’t wait to see all the Hyundai haters in the comments. Here we go.

[@RaitisRides]

It is always a fun time.

[@Cgee3]

Can’t be any worse than the Kia hater club.

[@dominickirkwood]

I love this car look good 👍 Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@RaitisRides]

You got it man!

[@michaelhernandez4738]

Keep up the sport/muscle sedans. Still trying to figure one which one to go for. Just wish this sonata had more HP and had more aggressive features to it, but great sedan tho👍🏼🔥

[@AlBunky]

Steven is a great camera guy 👌

[@ronsolo1151]

I recall you having a blast driving this for the first time in 2021...you don't seem that way this time

[@Irishmanbikes]

Joe, you have contact with Toyota Motor Corp. When you get notice of the redesign of the 2025 Toyota RAV4 (hybrid) will you please post a picture(s) of the SUV?

[@RaitisRides]

You got it my friend.

[@iglapsu88]

Joe, love the review. Maybe some stickier tires might help when accelerating. Love the price point and the value proposition. You can't beat it for that class of vehicle. As long as the wind noise is not too much it's a winner.

[@newton2105]

It’s a FWD car with almost 300 hp and an open diff. Tires aren’t going overcome that issue

[@iglapsu88]

@@newton2105 yep. thanks.

[@williamyee1704]

Near the 8:00, you said you were to pop the hood to show the engine, etc. It’s not in the video. Do you have the director’s cut? 😂

[@Gasani86]

Also has a my drive mode where you configure it to sport + mode and better steering. Very good bang for you buck I have this in transmission blue

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@ericschwartz100]

I just bought my 2024 in Ultimate red! Upgraded from my 2018 Accord port 2.0T with 87,500 miles on it. It's been only a few days so far, but I got to say, I do love it so far! Very comfortable, performance--oriented sedan, and it looks very nice!

[@user-vh2yw3ix9i]

why are you putting your logo on the speedometer ?? can you confirm do we get 360 camera on N line sonata or n line elantra ?

[@Drewkungfoo]

Thank you Steven always and This may be a cop

[@islanddon865]

Price is competitive, for sure. Seats look perfect. Not bad at all.

[@danielfaflik4545]

Everyone remember the Passat GT lmao omg that was a good one.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh man, I sure do.

[@theoneandonly140]

Gotta get one in a year or two. Just beautiful, especially in black

[@channah111]

19:17 need that R badge on the speedometer

[@JesseJones-nv3vd]

I'm not even a big fan of Hyundai/Kia, but I CAN even admit this looks good!

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

Hi raiti's this new hyundai sonata looks so great love N line designes

[@computerdave06]

I absolutely love my 2021 Sonata N-Line!

[@MarbsMusic]

Love it! I have a 2023 SEL Plus and it's fantastic but would love to have that additional horsepower!

[@thanosianthemadtitanic]

saw a white one other day The front is really striking

[@aranaedgardo]

Is it quad exhaust? I'd say dual, due to the exhaust tips sharing the same outlet on each side. Camry does the same thing.

[@JIMFED63]

Sharp looking car Joe. I would like to eventually get this car or the Kia 5 GT tough decision 🤷‍♂️

[@mystictk4149]

Man I really like how they changed the front facial area and added the side blinker, things like that are big for me because It makes the car seem better in looks as well.

[@rafidnasrin2139]

I have one question to you joe..i have noticed most of your videos when you say on throttle you hide the speedo meter ( dont show the actual speed)..what is the reason behind it? Other car bloggers they dont do it..i am just curious to know

[@luke2244]

How comfortable is the suspension compared to the Elantra N? I found the last gen Sonata N Line harsher than the Elantra N in its softest suspension settings.

[@wolflarson71]

Hoping we get a base model/hybrid 2025 Sonata vs K5 vs Accord vs Camry in the next few months with all the new refreshes.

[@RaitisRides]

That is really great! I will have the other trims coming as well.

[@blackoutgaming3456]

​@@RaitisRidesawesome! Would be nice to see the K5 GT-line with torque vectoring AWD too. Interested to know how the new regular 2.5L feels :)

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Each Hyundai you've reviewed has had really great updated styling. I loved the wheels and colors on this N line.

[@RaitisRides]

They really have made some big changes for sure!

[@gersondamens608]

Joe have a 2021 kia k5 gt 2.5 turbo with 290 hp. How many ponies does ther new N line Sonata have ???? dont remember you mentioning it.

[@fifasf3379]

It’s the same engine

[@JJM956]

It looks beautiful!

[@ahmednowaiser]

Yeah..we have it here..its a beautiful one

[@cfairfax85]

This thing is awesome looking. Fyi..there is a sport+ mode. I believe you have to go into the settings.

[@chrisgaddy8672]

You can use the full screen with the backup camera, if you went into settings, you could adjust it to fill up the entire screen.

[@jasurkamolitdinov8624]

Looks mad nice

[@terrencehawkins7188]

It definitely needs a NLine badge on the trunk. My brother got a 23 Sonata NLine and that was the first mod we did .

[@LuckyFluke007]

Joe, as a friendly reminder, you're 6 feet tall and comfy back there. Another great review 👏

[@davidp2888]

Which drives better in your opinion, Joe? Every Camry I've ever driven is as nimble as an 18-wheeler.

[@Eww_eddie]

Thanks for the DASH ANGLE ‘

[@RaitisRides]

You got it Eddie!

[@tomdrummy4984]

So I heard 4 Twinkie holders…….not sure how many the Camry has. We will need that info before I make a decision. Thanks Joe !

[@themathwarrior]

Love the look!!!

[@briankirk305]

I think that the new Hyundia Sonata looks very cool, and I especially like the fact that it comes with a panoramic sunroof and the option of all wheel drive

[@sdparks357]

Just test drive one a couple hours ago and I plan to buy the red one or transmission blue one this coming week.

[@JSS822]

I miss mid-size sedans. I loved my 2018 Mazda 6. I'm not a new homeowner but I am slowly becoming my parents.

[@Dabal_R]

Man this looks so beautiful

[@coenmoon-id6rm]

Looks beautiful

[@stefanb974]

I saw one first the first time today. Same black color. It looks waaaay better in person. Like my 23 elentra n. People double look all the time.

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with you!

[@mbcaiost]

I love it how Hyundai and Kia keeps up with the new generation of trendy innovative designs. Also, the materials they use in the interior and exterior are very upscale. The only downsides are the lack of AC vents in the back and blind spot monitoring, and the regular brake calipers; it’s OK because my 2023 Sport Accord is very underwhelming overall, very.

[@bigden2755]

Front end (at last) looks awesome...

[@DEXTERSONEMANBAND]

Which engine is inside? You skipped that part🤣 Great video as always!

[@InfiniteStrife77]

2.5T 290HP

[@fairplay89]

Working our way down...town WALKING FAST, FACES PASS AND I'M HOMEBOUND

[@tcerano]

They need to start making some of these “performance” sedans AWD

[@tcerano]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee I swear, if Nissan took the time to put 8 Speed Autos in All Their Vehicles (Maybe even the Higher Trims of Vehicles) They'd be More Looked at! Imagine a Nissan Maxima with a 8 Speed Auto and AWD OR RWD

[@tcerano]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee i have the '23 Altima VC TURBO and its cool but if it had a 6AT it'd be 10x Better.. Why Make a Limited Turbo Edition " Sports" Car and Pair it with a Crappy Transmission

[@HVD23]

Price goes up and then you don’t buy and they withdraw the car from line up. Same with people who cry manual manual then don’t buy.