Review: 2022 Hyundai Sonata N Line - Burnout Machine

[@jamesdodd9066]

I have watched a half a dozen reviews of this Sonata N-line, and test drove one myself. The smile and laugh in every review when the driver first floors it tells the story. This is one pleasingly fast and fun sedan. Hard to beat the value at the price.

[@jeremycorrao]

I own a 2022 Sonata N-line. I've never had an issue at all with the driver assist. My car will go down the road for miles straight or casual turns and it's never failed on me.

[@MrJpags]

Works flawlessly on my palisade as well. I feel it only messes up when the gps maps aren’t working or the place doesn’t have it mapped correctly. Highway tho, 🔥, I don’t get tired anymore having to make those micro adjustments

[@cdnhybrid107]

The driver assist is great on mine as well

[@jlsc4125]

Until my insurance company holds my car maker responsible for accidents cause by driver assist, I refuse to use it. Driving is my job, not the cars.

[@jeremycorrao]

@@jlsc4125 I agree but it's useful sometimes when you're on a straight road and you need to jot something down or plug in a device or eat a steak!!

[@jlsc4125]

@@jeremycorrao Thanks for proving my point, I love it. People like to read their paper, a good book, climb in the back seat for a nap, just simple things.🤣

[@thatdude3298]

I have been leasing one of these bad boys since September. It absolutely rips. Once those tires catch grip, the car is out. I have smoked everyone on the road, 0-60 5 seconds is no joke. I haven’t even used the launch control yet. The transmission is incredible. Shifts so quickly, so smoothly. It has all the tech you could want and the ride is so comfortable. Don’t hesitate, get this car.

[@qjz123]

Mind if I ask how much your monthly payment is?

[@otgent-vevo8589]

Facts. I just got mine 2022 love it

[@boygonewhoopdataZZ]

Matt knew what he was doing when he said "Trash Control".

[@brandonwinslow437]

I traded my Forte Gt manual for a N-Line and I'm having just as much fun. You can't help but smile when You drive

[@vjdfl5]

I had a 2021 N Line for 26k miles and the drive assist was FLAWLESS. I was always super impressed with how well it did on highways and through traffic. Also with how long it would let you go without touching the wheel. I’ve heard you (and literally only you) complain a couple of times about their system; but most publications will tell you that it’s the best next to Tesla's. Not sure why “HDA” didn’t come up when you were on the highway because it would in mine. The only flaw this car has is not having a LSD. Was a lot of fun and a great car for long trips.

[@jeremycorrao]

Why did you sell or trade it in?

[@vjdfl5]

@@jeremycorrao two main reasons.. One was that I was racking on miles quickly and I thought I might as well trade it in while used car prices were so high. I got almost 32k when I traded it in with over 26k miles. The second was because this car is 9/10 perfect. I cannot emphasize enough how mind boggling it is that they did nothing to contain the front end grip off the line. Nothing more embarrassing that trying to quickly pass someone at 25 mph and having your front tires losing all traction in the process. I would be like right next to the person I was passing while the tires would be screaming with so much wheel hop. It felt like I would just be sitting there in the lane next to them awkwardly waiting for a tire to just freaking grip so I could pass the damn person.The last reason is how horrible the headlights on it are. Seems so random but they are the worst headlights I have ever had on a car. I don’t think there was a time I ever drove at night and didn't think about how shitty they were. Got the Elantra N and it’s a way better car in almost every way. Just a little less smooth suspension and a little more cost cutting on materials but I would never trade back

[@jeremycorrao]

@@vjdfl5 thanks man! I'm glad that you like the Elantra N. I was initially looking at that one but they are so hard to find; at least they are here. Another reason I chose the Sonata N line was because I use the car for work and I'm in and out of it a lot. The bolstered seats on the Elantra N are stiffer so i figured that it would be easier to get in and out of the Sonata. Another reason is that I feel like the N version is more special and I didn't want to use it everyday for work.

[@Bigbird93]

I rented a 21 hyundai sonata from enterprise and i rode that bitch like I stole it from work to home for 3 days and I didn't wanna give it back that car is so much fun

[@IReahpZz]

Most under appreciated mainstream sedan out there right now I swear. So much value for money and performance its amazing tbh. These Cars rolling are taking down some pretty quick cars. I guess boltons and a tune they are making almost 500 crank hp....

[@IReahpZz]

@@pleco101 10 year warranty and higher reliability rating than current Honda turbo tech. I wouldn't bring up long term anything now adays most people dump there car at 2-3 years in and 30-45k miles. Especially new car buyers

[@vjdfl5]

It really is such an underrated car. Such a powerhouse and I would still get around 38-40mpg on my long hwy trips, which I never hear people really talk about. It’s also a lot more fun on a windy backroad than most people would ever expect a Sonata to be. This car really helped change my perception of Hyundai overall. As you can tell from my pic; I’ve become quite a fan. haha.

[@PulseAndrew]

@@IReahpZz Not to mention that JD Power has Hyundai well above Toyota, Honda, etc these days in terms of reliability. Anyone going on about Hyundai quality is living in 2009.

[@IReahpZz]

@@PulseAndrew yeah times have changed for sure !

[@TeeWadeG]

@@PulseAndrew actually 2009 Hyundai was just starting to come with very good quality. The Genesis and the Azeri where extremely reliable and well built cars. I

[@davidstone6033]

If this had a limited slip it would be a gem

[@PulseAndrew]

if it had limit slip dif it wouldn't be in this segment anymore i don't think people expect too much for 34K

[@TeeWadeG]

@@PulseAndrew it would be in the segment. Midsize family sedan

[@TeeWadeG]

@@PulseAndrew and it’s not that we just expect an LSD because we are some LSD snobs. We mention the LSD because it NEEDS it. We can not over look physics

[@mojojoji5493]

This car just looks so good for what it is 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@cownose64]

I purchased a Elantra N-Line and have loved it so far, just about 2k miles on it here in Minnesota. Definitely a change going out of my 2020 Legacy, but the pep is much appreciated in these times, Ultimately would have gone for the WRX for the winters here (stock availability came down to ultimate, and no guarantee on my trade in price) but It has not gotten me stuck anywhere and I am a happy customer with the Elantra N-Line. It could be a difference in the 2022 refresh, but it does have alarms to alert you when it no longer see's the lines and found it to be better than subaru's.

[@Tall-Cool-Drink]

Excellent review.

[@michaelchimenti4989]

This is a very cool car, I test drove one. It is legitimately fast. What the car reviewers don't mention however is that to drive a Sonata N-Line you have to first buy one from a Hyundai salesman, and then have it serviced at a Hyundai dealer. Good luck with that. My experience with the test drive and negotiations was terrible. They advertised the car as new but got to the dealer and it was definitely used (7000 miles shop loaner), and then when I wanted to think it over bc they bait-n-switched me, they used high-pressure closing techniques to get the sale even though they wanted to charge MSRP for a used N-line. I walked out.

[@oz88og40]

Hyundai is doing well so far and I like what there doing with there performance models too.

[@im_an_alvani]

Really cool to see what Hyundai was able to do with their N Line and now their EVs.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Based on Matt's smiles Id say this is a fun car!

[@ngoandrew8]

The sales volume spoke the truth about this generation of Sonata.

[@raiderlarry3255]

Love my new N-Line

[@johnholst]

In Korea, this gen Sonata has sold so poorly against the K5, that Hyundai has already said that there will be no refresh for this car. Instead, they're doing an all new model. Might want to consider that if you're looking at buying this one.

[@christianmbabazi9722]

Hmmm interesting 🤔 hopefully there will be a potential N mode 🤞 but if they are coming off a new model this should be interesting

[@BrianGarside]

Whatever model they come up with they better add LSD like they did on the Elantra N.

[@creitosfl]

I guess you are wrong, there is a new 2024 Sonata model, honestly I like this model more than 2024.

[@johnholst]

@creitosfl It's not really "new". It's just a refresh actually. And they only did this because it was selling soooo poorly in Korea.

[@creitosfl]

@@johnholst New 2024 model to me looks new, looks completely different then previous Sonata, it’s not like just facelift. Here in USA Sonata is being sold great, besides all other Hyundai models.

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

N coming soon .... can't wait to get my Elantra N

[@christianmbabazi9722]

Unlikely they'll make a sonata in for a while unless there like a big uproar and push for one unlikely they will make anytime soon

[@lukemothug]

​@@christianmbabazi9722 sonata has a face-lift for all sonata models your comment didn't age very well.

[@christianmbabazi9722]

@@lukemothug maybe so, but still optimistic ☠️

[@jimedwards4901]

Pretty sure they're taking cues from how much enthusiasts like to debadge their cars. Most people will think the N-Line is just a regular Sonata 😉

[@amanciogonzalez4552]

I have the same color for my 1.6 T ! Thinking about getting the n line

[@t2leo1]

How is it driving in the snow? Just bought one in June and can’t wait to see how she’ll handle in the snow of Chicago

[@racer2c]

I like how the headlight gasket is already lifting up. Will soccer dads care?

[@DucatiDiaries]

I gotta say that's a good looking car. The front kinda looks like a Lexus.

[@mojojoji5493]

Kinda has a Mercedes vibe to the luxury touches but more Lexus

[@curttheboywonder]

Lol!

[@1pt21gw]

I wish the press cars were equipped with the summer tires, they really change the car for the better.

[@Grandmasterjord]

Cool!

[@seal4ever778]

Matt, how does this compare to the stinger gt-line? Which is the better value?

[@Bobbybeb]

I'm really impressed with this car and would definitely consider this. The value of performance and practicality is top notch. Compared to the Kia, heated/cooled seats and a heated steering wheel are a must have. However I noticed right away that the fit and finish of the front end wasn't right compared to other Hyundai vehicles. The driver side headlight had a loose trim piece and neither headlight lined up with the bumper along the bottom. Given its just a press vehicle and probably a early production vehicle, I'm sure the others won't have that issue.

[@wyw201]

Hyundai's quality control in assembly in the US had always been below that of Toyota's. Thankfully not as bad as Tesla's standards. Definitely do a thorough inspection when you pick yours up.

[@cfairfax85]

The night edition looks amazing..a little pricey though with the markups. Awesome car regardless.

[@yo_liam4836]

wish more were produced, would love to get my hands on one.

[@RyGuyTheAVGuy]

It's always interesting to hear you talking about the self driving/safety tech. Other channels, I won't name, have stated Hyundai/Kia system is amazing and "the best" (in its price range). but in reality, like the other systems, it's not perfect. This is why I stick with Matt Maran. When are you going to start your own (digital) magazine?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked the video! If magazines were still decently popular it'd be a fun thing to try!

[@RyGuyTheAVGuy]

@@MattMaranMotoring digital magazine!! a MotorTrend Alternative. you could bring together KZbin car journalists. the trust worthy ones like yourself.

[@H8edsinclair]

I was after the K5 GT one package but nobody around me could even have one built for me out of like 10 different dealerships cuz they were talking about chip shortages so I jumped on a Sonata n line. The Stinger with the six-cylinder was just going to be too much on gas LMAO and they couldn't get one of those in the lot either. My car was totaled in an accident and I could not wait around forever to find something. But definitely pleased with my Sonata all day just looking for more after-market parts if you have any directions you can send me let me know

[@prsguitar6910]

i want this as a daily so badly.

[@Sivaprsx]

I love this segment, yet no one buys them anymore. crossovers have taken over.

[@SicSemperBeats]

they should make a coupe version of this and the k

[@jazzbeau507]

Hi Matt, here are my thoughts.....@2:18, hit the start button, and 'it starts right up' (one of my favorite Matt..isms)........how about 'and it starts right up, even in the cold and snow.'.....*@8:39, I like the split screen. .... as far as this vehicle is concerned, I really can't deal with the front sort of fish wide grille. I have liked Sonatas over the years, but this front fascia is a little weird for me. I like sedans, however I really am not much for the other sedans you featured either....I like Honda accords, but the black bottom half of the accord grille, looks like the grille fell off, and that is the car frame that is supposed to hold the grille. The Camry has a weird front also. And Kia front looks sort of plastic-like. I probably would prefer Subaru Legacy for looks, styling, interior, handling, and has 4 wheel drive if I were choosing a sedan in the non-luxury brands. The Mazda would be a good choice,...especially in the beautiful soul red color that they offer, however the wide grille is also not appealing to me and the mazda 6 sedan is discontinued for 2022. The planned 2023 Mazda, does have a nicer grille, at least from the photos that are released. Thank you Matt for reading my thoughts.

[@MultiChimRichalds]

16:38 you may be need to go into the settings to turn on the alarm, Matt.

[@Mauiiwaui]

Aren’t they making another redesign soon?

[@TheKasai23]

That’s weird you’re the first reviewer to say the highway assist system isn’t good…

[@cdnhybrid107]

The Canada 2022 n line has HUD, heated steering wheel, left/right turn signal cameras, 360 camera, HDA and power driver seat :) I got mine last week

[@christianmbabazi9722]

🤦 and that's something that I hate like why do other countries get the better version of cars and the US sometimes gets the not fully loaded option do they not think we would want them, cuz I'm really considering just going up to Canada and just importing one to the US 😅

[@cdnhybrid107]

@@christianmbabazi9722 brother I hear you! Same thing with the k5 gt as its even weirder. You guys get the 360 camera on the 2022 k5 gt but you guys don't get the digital screens. We have that but there's no 360 camera 🤣

[@christianmbabazi9722]

@@cdnhybrid107 someone at their marketing team needs to survey a whole wider audience 😅

[@azizkizbayev439]

what about transmission re-call?

[@ak2112]

would be nice with traction

[@strawberryfields9041]

This or the Elantra ?

[@cardchris21]

Any one winter drive there nline is it a practical everyday driver ps i live in wi

[@RyGuyTheAVGuy]

It really makes me love my 10th gen Si. I get a solid 33 MPG when I drive like a goon, and ofc even better when I act like an adult. Nobody can compete with that fuel economy.

[@RyGuyTheAVGuy]

@@Vontai21 True, but the Kia Forte GT, Kias Civic Si competitor gets like mid 20's

[@MatthewSmith-uf6tr]

Civic SI is slow though. This Hyundai has almost 100 more HP.

[@reyfuentes4572]

​@Matthew Smith the civic SI competes with the hyundai elantra N-line like how the Honda accord Sport 2.0t competes with the sonata N-line

[@ian2372]

Hyundai needs some coupes again.

[@dtw1622]

5 second 0-60?! What a rocket. With good traction that will smoke a lot of affordable sports cars.

[@geneforte9038]

Heard some of these kia gt and Hyundai n needing dct ttsns replaced after low miles

[@nmode22]

Kia k5 all day.

[@audis5fam847]

Take a shot every time he says Sonota

[@tim3172]

He never says Sonota, though. The word "Sonata" is said with normal frequency, though.

[@pascutia]

Great video, Matt! I personally am not a fan of this car. I think it’s such a crude way of looking at “performance.” This one’s really pushing what is acceptable. I’d MUCH rather take the balanced chassis of a Stinger or a Genesis G70 over this, even if there’s less power. I’ve driven too many overpowered FWD cars in my life, and trust me when I say it gets old really quickly. I love a GTI or a CTR because they’re well engineered and tuned. This is just sloppy. Edit: I really enjoyed the Focus ST, even though it had torque steer. That was an active decision by Ford, because they decided to let in more steering feedback by dialing in less assist. And it wasn’t completely overpowered like this thing.

[@vjdfl5]

This comment in bonkers lol. Sloppy? Sure it’ll spin a tire off the line but this thing is a beast when you get it going and can haul ass down a twisty backroad. It can hit 60 in 5 flat even with the lack of front end grip off the line. Go read what C/D, MT etc had to say about it. Watch MotoManTV bomb it down a twisty mountain road and rave about it. I owned both this car and a 2017 GTI autobahn and I can tell you that the Sonata felt like 2 classes above the GTI in every way… and was 3k less than the GTI "On the whole, the Sonata N Line is truly excellent. In fact, the result of all the work Hyundai and its N Line team did is so impressive that anything less than a BMW M3 or Audi RS5 would have the devil's own job of shaking you loose on a twisty bit of back road. You can't say that about a Camry TRD.” - MotorTrend

[@mikegladstone8834]

you're comparing apples and oranges. A Stinger GT2 is 20k more and the N Line will smoke a GT Line

[@hamerplayer1229]

Hyundai really needs to drop that drivetrain into a Tucson. Add the heads up display, linked memory mirrors to the memory seats and some freaking buttons instead of haptic feedback buttons and less shiny black plastic and it would be a monster!

[@gregkramer5588]

The Santa Cruz gets it and is quite similar in many ways. What I would like is the plug in hybrid Tucson!

[@RoMeeHang]

The styling of this car will get old fast. Now the K5 is a good looking car.

[@lukemothug]

Face-lift model is now released.

[@Tinrs80]

needs awd and not seen not even one on the road. power good but gotta put it down the right way.

[@christianmbabazi9722]

Also needs a limited slip differential

[@Dantastic123]

They won't make it AWD. That's basically a Stinger GT-line.

[@christianmbabazi9722]

@@Dantastic123 ehhhh yeah in a way

[@heatherdougherty3101]

There really hard to get. There is a car shortage been looking for one everywhere and can’t find one

[@tim3172]

Hyundai sells more than 120,000 Sonatas per year but hey... this person hasn't seen one...

[@jimedwards4901]

Hyundai & Kia just don't get it 😔 Add limited slip differential or awd on sedans nowadays in order to even compete with crossovers, trucks & suvs.

[@jaymelomento4138]

My genesis coupe has an lsd

[@lynreborn]

Does this car need 93 octane?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

I think a minimum of 91 is recommended.

[@raze2400]

I really hate the Gray interior

[@AntLive29]

Steering wheel looks cheap

[@chickenmuffin]

This car is going to look so dated in like 2 years. Hyundai styling is “cool looking” but not actually good.

[@arthurguillaume5977]

no all-wheel drive = no sale for me. While this puppy is spinning it's tires, a Toyota Corolla just beat you off the line...

[@bmw7891]

Just gotta learn how to modulate the throttle is all when launching it. Or use Launch Control. Can't just mash it to the floor.

[@iaaronteeit510]

I drove an n line sonata and it wasn’t as fast as I thought it would be. Needs anLSD. THE ACCORD 2.0T is still faster

[@dorianmckoy6898]

It's cool but man, this thing is just hideous.