The bias is usually fairly transparent so I have no particular issue -- here kind of amazing he did not take time to dislike something that is pretty minor in the scheme of things -- so it must be a very good car.
@@briantii I'd say that Savageese is good, but more of a "traditional" review in that they take it on the road and whip them around, whereas AMD only really focuses the reviews on engine,components, what is good and what is not so good. I like a mix of both types, but if I'm looking at a certain vehicle to buy, I'll go to this channel as I can get the standard car salesman pitch/review of features on just about any channel on RUclips.
@@LSDOGWALKERYeah I hear ya. I do feel like Savagegeese does a good job with reviews in that they don't sugar coat things and I learn a lot about suspension and overall construction from their lift overviews. I do like the mechanics perspective as well.
Non Biased yes.. But there are other reviewer But most are doing video with more statistical info.. like leg room head room and similar comparisons ... very useful if your actually shopping for a car. Auto Buyers guide /Alex on Autos Is really good. helps compare between models.. using similar metrics.. so you can actually compare cars.
Because Ahmed is a master mechanic, this makes The Car Care Nut the best car review channel on all of RUclips. Ahmed knows how engines work. Ahmed sees every flaw and he accurately informs his viewers. Many other channels are nothing more than infomercials. Others are sponsored by car manufacturers. This channel will soon reach 1 million subscribers. It's that good. Onwards!
Yep. That's why I'm watching reviews, even though I have no plans to buy a new car anytime soon. Happy with my current car and hoping it will last 10 more years. TCCN reviews are brilliant, SG is also good, the others are meh and ones that just drive car and walk around it are just garbage.
As a previous Kia/Hyundai owner, that 10,000 mile 10 year warranty doesn’t mean much if the dealerships won’t honor them. They always find excuses to not cover something trust me
That's bc a lot of Hyundai/Kia owners are terrible with oil changes, abusing their cars. If you bring a car with sludge in the engine bc you didn't do an oil change in 10k miles, they're not going to honor the warranty.
This guy gives real review others are like "this headlight looks cool, the leg room is less, it drives well, there is wind noice" nothing related to details of engine n transmission n technology used which makes the car it is.
it means you missed them already. He said about the 6 speed automatic and shifting works like a charm. Tech? he said about DOHC and fuel injection, he told about suspension and many stuff. Replay the video :P
Dear Ahmed Fantastic Revue I bought my Sonata Limited April 2024. This so far has been a wonderful car. Mileage is great, you can drive it and get the advertised MPG. I agree with most of your comments, I have come to like the shifter, looks to me are great. I like the refresh and get a lot of comments. This is my 3rd Hyundai and really no complaints. I would recommend this car to anybody thinking of a sedan. Love the technical part of your revue
This channel and your other channel are the car review channels we need. Every other car reviewers only review the features that the car has, which we can google and find in a minute. Your channel goes into details that we won't find anywhere else and myself, and everyone else, appreciates it. Please continue doing what you're doing.
Rented one of these and loved it. Later rented a new Camry Hybrid (the current/newest generation where all Camrys have the hybrid power train), and while the Camry does have more power i preferred the Sonata for everything else. Both did 45-50mpg hwy.
The only real problems with owning a Hyundai are the horrible dealer experiences, the refusal to honor warranties, and the long wait for replacement engines. Nice paint, though.
Shop around, different dealers, different experience. I have had a crap experience at one dealership and a wonderful experience less than 10 miles away at another.
This is so true,its one thing to deal with Hyundai/kia short comings but its another to deal with the dealership who do not take seriously or are overworked from all the issues so many customers are dealing with. I do not want another hyundai because of how many issues i have with the dealership.
I used to work in auto insurance. Nothing depreciates like a Hyundai/Kia. But my brother has a Kia Optima with just under 200K miles and it’s still running.
That has changed. How long since you worked in auto insurance? In general now, a kia or Hyundai is about 2000 dollars less at resale than a Toyota or Honda. And generally they are about that much less than a comparable Honda or Toyota. So it basically a moot point.
About 3500 miles into a 2023 Limited Hybrid version (same engine and hybrid system and different styling and interior). I'm loving it so far, getting between 50-52 mpg in real world usage.
I had 55k miles on a ‘21 Sonata hybrid Limited and now have 30k on my ‘23. Neither one has seen the dealer since both in my area screwed up oil changes so I now do them myself. Fortunately, neither car has had anything wrong with it that required the dealer.
I own this car and i never had even the smallest issue with the gear selector. Its where a traditional key would be and the way i always thought of it was if you're turning a key to turn the car on the car will go forward , hence that motion for drive.
Hello I was thinking about getting a newer Hyundai sonata preferably the N line. But wondering if you had any trouble with your car since posting your comment on this video.
I like the shifter. Twist forward to drive, twist back to reverse. It is pretty logical. If you have experience operating different type of vehicles, like planes, forklifts etc., you will appreciate this paradigm. Great review. I've owned 2011 Sonata Limited for 8 years. Perfect experience, with regular maintenance. I would not mind driving this one. I agree about too busy exterior choices.
You hit the nail on the head sir! The engine is what matters the most then the transmission and this new car has some of the best going in the segment.
I really like my 2019 Hyundai Sonata , the grill is Audi like, but also reminds me of 1940 car style grill!! Yes the interior is awesome, and maybe they could have used a Genesis style grill in the front insyead! Thanks for your honest review !! Ahmed you are blessed with car knowledge!!
I’ve had two Hyundai/Kia models. With the 10 year warranty. Both made it well past 100,000 miles with the original engine transmissions. Did I have issues with them ? Yes. But since I pretty much only did all of the maintenance through a Kia certified dealership. They had to honor everything.
I have a 2012 Hyundai Hybrid Premium, It is the best car I have ever own. Except for brakes and tires I have had zero issues with the car. The fuel mileage is amazing and its still got some power and is very comfortable. My only complaint is loss of trunk space because of the hybrid battery.
Yes, me too!! I am trying to think what my next car will be after my beloved 2008 Scion XD. There are so few options for small hatchbacks that aren’t scraping the ground. The Venue is fairly close to the Scion’s dimensions but I worry about its reliability.
In my Ioniq 5 2024 Ultra package, the front seats also have plastic trim on the back. There's no problem with that. Very easy to clean. What can you expect from a car for everyday driving, fur or crocodile leather? :) Regarding the shifter switch: very intuitive switching. If you want to go forward, turn forward; if you want to go reverse, turn back. This control mode is used in many places, for example, on a ship/boat telegraph.
GJ! Pls consider reviewing the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Also the Nissan Rouge and Sentra And finally, a car with a Chinese platform like Volvo or Lotus Appreciated!
This is such a great review but I'd have to respectfully disagree about the shifter. I think it makes logical sense to turn the knob forward (clockwise) for drive and the opposite direction for reverse. It reminds me of how you turn a traditional key. I think switching the directions would have been less intuitive for most people
Love these reviews, honest looks at each piece, not just from mechanics perspective, but also consumer usability, ie that key note. Keep these coming. And dont ever lose that honestly. Hope you never sell out to these manufacturers
I have the 2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL. The car has so many extras for a base model car. Let's talk about reliability. We have a 2022 Hyundai Accent that has given us two trouble free years. Now all cars are going to have issues. The makes that had recent recalls are Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Chevy, Dodge. What I am getting at is if the car is designed and manufactured by humans there will be issues. So buy a Hyundai and enjoy the ride.
I bought a new 2021 kia K5 GT LINE with premium package in june of that year. While it only has 42.000 miles on it. It has been trouble free, AS IT SHOUD BE. It's a great driver, freeway cruiser, drove it from Southern California to Wilmington North Carolina this past summer. Was totally comfortable in every way. And , I got their 0.0 intrest loan they were offering so that is a sweet deal..I had purchased a new 2017 Hyundai Elantra that I kept to use for my 80 mile round trips to work to help keep the miles down on the K5. I retired this March. And though I hated to let it go I decided since I didn't need it to go ahead and sell it. Car still looked like new inside and, meticulously maintained. Had 104.000 miles on it. 0 repairs, 0 issues. I sold it for 7500 dollars, and the guy who bought it was super happy to get it. My previous kia spectras were both excellent, too.
Hey Ahmed! Can you start putting the prices of these cars on your videos? Whether its at the start or the end it wont matter it further elevates your reviews in my opinion
@@skyeb253 I didnt say he needs to lol. it was merely a suggestion as i dont watch other car reviews and i watch HIS reviews because i like hearing HIS thoughts on things. Im here for his wealth of knowledge and i appreciate his time and care. Also, adding or mentioning the price doesnt mean he's changing his way of doing things lol. Thats like saying you drinking water from a mug instead of a cup is going to kill you. Lets use our heads here a little.
@XRubenX it wasn't a suggestion. You told him to do something in a manners so it doesn't sound bad, but it does. 99% of his viewers come here to see whether the price they r about to pay is worth it, they r already aware of everything but mechanical part. You shouldn't be watching only one person's perspective, either, it limits you. But you probably already are limited (using my head). So I guess its ok. Also ur comparison is bad, changing mug to cup may not kill him but you r asking to do something he may not like, such as he probably likes his mug, so let him use his mug. Better example, buy corolla not sonata, I mean you r just driving..it doesn't matter, right? Clown Lets use our head a little ok? Don't answer that, it's rhetorical question, in case ur limited brain don't get it
It wount serve too much putting price in his videos , because all related to money can be obsolete in 1-2 years ....so why bother? You find prices @ dealerships anyway + offer and discounts + options and other details.
I wish you would show headlights, running lights, fog lights, tail lights, and turn signals with every car you review. Outside that, I think your reviews are the best I've ever seen.
I'm not a big fan of Sonata BUT I've got to congratulate Hyundai for changing the front end & headlights on this car best improved design look on a car ever because the '23 front end looked hideous Now it actually looks better than the Accord a car I've bought many times
I just got a NA 2.5 SEL, the dealership I got it from actually has a lifetime engine warranty, and they're known to honor it. The panoramic sunroof is pretty well made I'd say, with the 10 years B-B they'd replace it for free if it breaks down in that period, which I'm happy about. I got a great deal on this, $3500 off. The styling is great, it's not too much, pretty simple design, I'm sure it will hang around better than people think. Too much design would be something like an Elantra.
for the old 2016 Sonata hybrid the hybrid belt change costed 1200 USD. You need to change this rubber belt every 5 years. Timing belt gone and this belt now. Not for me anymore. I don't want any rubber belts in the engine compartment anymore as most can be done via electric motors.
Funny how days prior to introducing the refresh, Hyundai promised to bring back buttons. Yet, the Sonata replaced physical HVAC buttons with a mini-screen.
Omg he dropped the most anticipated video To save time: he says gear shifters and design are bad just because good looking car tends to depreciate fast and shifters can get used to Pros: good hybrid system and really good interior. I’m so happy that this Toyota mechanic actually said that. Now imma buy this shit. Id get a Camry but it is too expensive (fine by me) but got no 360 cam and HUD
Is it a markup thing? The new Camry starts ~$2000 cheaper than the hybrid Sonata and tops out ~$3000 cheaper on the XSE Camry vs Limited Sonata $28,400 LE vs $30,800 SEL $34,500 XSE vs $37,200 Limited
@@chibbyylol sonata sel msrp is actually $27,500. It has to do a lot with markup but also availability of features. For example 360 cam, blind spot cam, and HUD are standard in limited Hyundai whereas with Camry, it’s a gamble. In my area it’s rare to have any Toyota vehicle with these features. And when they do, they cost around $43k with taxes and dealership price which totals about $47k, a price of rav4 prime xse lol. With Hyundai, the best you’ll get is $41-$42k with features that are guaranteed!!
@@chibbyylol also the 34,000 Camry xse does not have 360 camera and HUD just for your information. As I said, I’m okay with Toyota being around $44k but even sometimes $44k Toyota in my neighborhood doesn’t give me these features so it’s ridiculous for me to spend money on a car that gives me so less just because the prices that high is set because of taxes and dealer fees!!it’s crazy
@@chibbyylol They are priced similarly when you fully kit them out. Camry has a lot of packages while Sonata does not. Trim wise, XLE and XSE are not as well equipped as the Limited. Problem with Camry is going to be availability, markups, cheaper materials with worse noise isolation. Both vehicles are super efficient, though I think the Sonata is slightly more efficient at the cost of having less overall power.
I'm going buy one of these(hybrid). Had test drive last week. Not thrilling push as N line but fine normal drive.(Not so fast) I hope there is no issues & no high maintenance cost. I can't afford Camry, they are 5/6k higher in Fortworth dealers right now. But these have incentives
The coolant design that attaches to the exhaust has failed on my 22 sonata hybrid dumping coolant into the exhaust. a lot of smoke coming out of tailpipe and second coolant reservoir was empty. Multiple complaints in Hyundai forums. Glad you noticed it.
A great deal of time spent on the "looks" of the car which is a purely subjective opinion. The actual info on the mechanics, overall quality and the interior is in his wheelhouse. Subtract his opinions on the exterior of the car (subjective) the Sonata got a damn good review from him.
Most cars do. That feature has been around for a fair amount of time. Your right though it is a great feature to have. Thanks for reminding me of that.
For me the shifter makes perfect sense. Forward to go and backwards for reverse. It’s a personal preference, after all we are all wired a little differently upstairs which is what makes life interesting ;^)
Fantastic video. Love watching you, man. Hyundai is heading to do some great things. Incredible cars. They think about everything. They glue loyal customers year after year.
Amd, I love the new "recording studio garage" but I miss seeing the actual shop! What happened to the Supra with the engine that you could never get back from the machine shop? How about a shop update video from time to time? Absolutely love these videos.. you really "get into the weeds" on the technical side, and one thing I'm coming to the conclusion on with all these manufacturers chasing government emission regulations is that I hate how over complicated and expensive cars are becoming.
Agreed it's a refresh that doesn't quite work on the outside. Hyundai is clearly trying to move the Sonata into the "digital," blocky designs of some of the newer cars, but the Sonata is so swoopy that shoehorning in those elements into the front and rear doesn't gel.
I agree about the shifter. When I saw you shift into Drive, my first thought was turning it that way should be for Reverse. My Mercedes has a very simple lightweight lever that is either moved up for Reverse or down for Drive, because historically that's how it would have operated. Something else that doesn't make sense is to me is, I don't see why Hyundai needs a shift stalk at all when all it has is a twist knob on the end of it. I can't see buying this version as I think when they release a new Sonata the low points of this car will have been updated.
wanted this, got the accord hybrid, and dont regret it. Great car but the way you explained the honda hybrid system just made sense. Not to mention how smooth and seamless the accord is compared to this.
I do agree that Hyundai over designs these cars sometime. I think it’s cool at first but it does lose its cool factor when you’re looking at it everyday. But I do like it better than their previous design
My cousin leased the Hyunda Genesis (before Genesis was a standalone luxury name plate). Well before the 3 years his engine caught fire and Hyundai charged him around 12K to replace engine. He negotiated it down to like 7K. They would not cover it under warranty. Hyundai blamed him for not changing the oil enough. Truth , any car engine would need to be replaced if it’s neglected. But that story never escaped my mind.
I really hope you do the new Honda Odyssey when it comes out in the fall, would like to see some more Honda from you in general - would really like to hear your analysis!
Hi brother. Can you do Mitsubishi cars also? I would like to know your opinion on the over all quality of Mitsubishi. And it would be a fun video. Thanks
This may have already been mentioned but I believe the Rh driveshaft is hollow, a lot of other Hyundai's have it too like the 2 litre n/a tucson ( I'm in australia ) but I'm not 100% sure what it's for, my guess was that it was to help with tourque steer instead of having a bearing and support with equal length shafts.
Good video and thanks for hammering them for no spare tire. Both my Kia’s have spares and I like it that way. Not to mention 60 MPG around town and 50 on the highway. Hyundai / Kia hybrids are great.
If you run the car and accidentally touch reverse the car bring you a notification! And make a sound , for reverse you have to run a 2mph for changing between Drive and Reverse! Hyundai engineering! Like honda putting on the detail's ! Need to explore more for the mark! For EXAMPLE change the wiper blades! It's has a great 👍🏻 Easter 🐣 bunny to make you easy way! You prees the engine start button to de acc! Only without pressing the brake pedal! You raise the wiper lever, keeping it up for three seconds and the wipers will move from a horizontal position to be replaced, like other things that Hyundai's the best brand has☆ ..
One thing that you keep on harping on is the front end of the car. I own a 2024 Sonata and it is an extremely dark blue, its called carbon blue but it looks black to me. In these colors the front end does not look as busy as you are concerned with. About all you really notice are the slanted vertical lines. The rest blends in so well that it doesn't look busy at all so if someone was to buy one of these I would recommend one of those two colors as not only the front appear less busy but so does the rear. In the rear of the car the spoiler, lighting trim and the bottom all blend in together. I enjoyed your review and I agree with you, I haven't seen a car in it's class that has as nice of an interior as the Hyundai does. Take a look at the dark colors that I'm talking about and I think that you would like it better. I know that I do.
Kind of a no brainer choice to get this honestly, for me at least. Only car in this segment to have 17 inch wheels on the top trim, which will lead to greater fuel efficiency and least likely to blow its tires on potholes. Plus some of its exclusive features like a power trunk, lane cameras, and colored ambient lighting are nice bonuses as well. The poor shift between EV and gas mode is a bummer, but I’d take this tradeoff. People mention reliability, which yeah it’s true it’s not going to be as reliable as a Toyota or Honda, but German cars are not known for their reliability either yet people still drive them.
2025 Camry has quite a few things that dropped in quality. I will still only trust a hybrid if it is a Toyota but you do get great value with this car.
@@alvinsimba734 a lot more plastic parts and scandals with airbags and faked mileage tests. Overall, the quality has gone down. It's not surprising bc most cars are used only for 3 to 10 years.
@@trex1448 plastics are bread and butter for Toyota for many generations, as they are produced for masses. Plastics can take a beating and my 2020 LE which I will review next year you will see
@@alvinsimba734 A car at that price point shouldn't feel like a shitbox. Toyota literally has softex as a material that withstands wear and tear. It's a dumb excuse for 2024.
I don't agree with you on the futuristic looks being a negative point. If it looks like something coming from the future, it will stay modern for much longer time...McLaren F1 _ just an example that comes to my mind _ is a 24 years old design and yet it still holds up even by today standards.
I've had 4 Hyundais/Kias and never had a warranty or out of warranty problem. Just normal maintenance. And I think they have great styling for the money. The dealers have been fine as well.
Can anyone update how much it costs to replace the hybrid synergy belt these days? also, how often we need to replace? I like Hyundai but had a bad experience with the rubber belt before.
Would you be able to do a video on the newer N line or the previous generation of the N line? Or share your thoughts and opinions. I am currently looking into getting a newer sonata. if not then it accord.
Non biased, well informed reviews. This guy is the best car reviewer on the net.
Oh that’s a tough one for me - Savagegeese is pretty great too. It’s a close one.
The bias is usually fairly transparent so I have no particular issue -- here kind of amazing he did not take time to dislike something that is pretty minor in the scheme of things -- so it must be a very good car.
@@briantii I'd say that Savageese is good, but more of a "traditional" review in that they take it on the road and whip them around, whereas AMD only really focuses the reviews on engine,components, what is good and what is not so good. I like a mix of both types, but if I'm looking at a certain vehicle to buy, I'll go to this channel as I can get the standard car salesman pitch/review of features on just about any channel on RUclips.
@@LSDOGWALKERYeah I hear ya. I do feel like Savagegeese does a good job with reviews in that they don't sugar coat things and I learn a lot about suspension and overall construction from their lift overviews. I do like the mechanics perspective as well.
Non Biased yes.. But there are other reviewer But most are doing video with more statistical info.. like leg room head room and similar comparisons ... very useful if your actually shopping for a car. Auto Buyers guide /Alex on Autos Is really good. helps compare between models.. using similar metrics.. so you can actually compare cars.
I’ve own over five Hyundais , from a Genesis coupe to a Palisade never had a problem with any of them. You can’t beat the bang for the buck .
Because Ahmed is a master mechanic, this makes The Car Care Nut the best car review channel on all of RUclips. Ahmed knows how engines work. Ahmed sees every flaw and he accurately informs his viewers. Many other channels are nothing more than infomercials. Others are sponsored by car manufacturers. This channel will soon reach 1 million subscribers. It's that good. Onwards!
Yes 100% agree. He doesn't use sponsers to help fund his channel. pure passion and honest reviews
❤❤❤ wonderful Ahmed!!
Yep. That's why I'm watching reviews, even though I have no plans to buy a new car anytime soon. Happy with my current car and hoping it will last 10 more years. TCCN reviews are brilliant, SG is also good, the others are meh and ones that just drive car and walk around it are just garbage.
He a mechanic. He’s not a driving enthusiast. Big difference.
His main channel already has more than 1M subs. This channel is for car reviews of non-Toyota/Lexus models.
As a previous Kia/Hyundai owner, that 10,000 mile 10 year warranty doesn’t mean much if the dealerships won’t honor them. They always find excuses to not cover something trust me
That's bc a lot of Hyundai/Kia owners are terrible with oil changes, abusing their cars. If you bring a car with sludge in the engine bc you didn't do an oil change in 10k miles, they're not going to honor the warranty.
nikodominiko 100k miles or 10 year warranty which ever comes first..?
@@nigelnazeemjohannes85Of course. If you do 100k miles in a year that's the end of the warranty.
@@trex1448 doesn’t matter if your mechanical parts are pristine there’s always an excuse to make
i dont know why but I really feel hyundai dealerships are run by some kind of illign organization.
What a treat! First the new Camry review, now this. Always a pleasure when TCCN releases a review!
This guy gives real review others are like "this headlight looks cool, the leg room is less, it drives well, there is wind noice" nothing related to details of engine n transmission n technology used which makes the car it is.
it means you missed them already. He said about the 6 speed automatic and shifting works like a charm. Tech? he said about DOHC and fuel injection, he told about suspension and many stuff. Replay the video :P
@@mihaipredescu do you even understand this comment? He's giving a compliment
Dear Ahmed
Fantastic Revue
I bought my Sonata Limited April 2024. This so far has been a wonderful car. Mileage is great, you can drive it and get the advertised MPG.
I agree with most of your comments, I have come to like the shifter, looks to me are great. I like the refresh and get a lot of comments.
This is my 3rd Hyundai and really no complaints. I would recommend this car to anybody thinking of a sedan. Love the technical part of your revue
This channel and your other channel are the car review channels we need. Every other car reviewers only review the features that the car has, which we can google and find in a minute. Your channel goes into details that we won't find anywhere else and myself, and everyone else, appreciates it. Please continue doing what you're doing.
As a parent with kids in car seats, I appreciate the hard plastic on the back on the front seats. No foot going straight into my back.
And very easy to clean those foot prints.
Or just as parent, you could tell them to stop doing that.
you know that answers a lot of question i had about kids these days.
@@dark6c159you clearly have never spent time with a 1 year old lol. I’d like to see you successfully to tell them to stop doing something 😂
@@dark6c159ahh yes, kids listening like grown adults, i miss the good ol days
Lol, in what kind of car would you ever feel the foot going into your back? A Citroen 2CV from 1960?
Rented one of these and loved it. Later rented a new Camry Hybrid (the current/newest generation where all Camrys have the hybrid power train), and while the Camry does have more power i preferred the Sonata for everything else. Both did 45-50mpg hwy.
Surprisingly favorable review! There aren’t many vehicles in this segment and more are disappearing next year.
The only real problems with owning a Hyundai are the horrible dealer experiences, the refusal to honor warranties, and the long wait for replacement engines. Nice paint, though.
Buy toyota or honda
Mazda!
Having a 10 year warranty and not honoring it is like not having a warranty at all.
Shop around, different dealers, different experience. I have had a crap experience at one dealership and a wonderful experience less than 10 miles away at another.
This is so true,its one thing to deal with Hyundai/kia short comings but its another to deal with the dealership who do not take seriously or are overworked from all the issues so many customers are dealing with. I do not want another hyundai because of how many issues i have with the dealership.
I used to work in auto insurance. Nothing depreciates like a Hyundai/Kia. But my brother has a Kia Optima with just under 200K miles and it’s still running.
Mercedes-Benz has entered the chat.
So has BMW, VW, Range Rover, 😂
You would think insurance rates would reduce over time, then, but it’s the opposite. Insurance is awful.
I don't know why. I rather have a Hyundai than a Ford, Chevy or Chrysler sedan .
That has changed. How long since you worked in auto insurance? In general now, a kia or Hyundai is about 2000 dollars less at resale than a Toyota or Honda. And generally they are about that much less than a comparable Honda or Toyota. So it basically a moot point.
About 3500 miles into a 2023 Limited Hybrid version (same engine and hybrid system and different styling and interior). I'm loving it so far, getting between 50-52 mpg in real world usage.
Same but with 16k miles.
wait till around 50k miles.
I had 55k miles on a ‘21 Sonata hybrid Limited and now have 30k on my ‘23. Neither one has seen the dealer since both in my area screwed up oil changes so I now do them myself. Fortunately, neither car has had anything wrong with it that required the dealer.
I own this car and i never had even the smallest issue with the gear selector. Its where a traditional key would be and the way i always thought of it was if you're turning a key to turn the car on the car will go forward , hence that motion for drive.
Hello I was thinking about getting a newer Hyundai sonata preferably the N line. But wondering if you had any trouble with your car since posting your comment on this video.
I like the shifter. Twist forward to drive, twist back to reverse. It is pretty logical. If you have experience operating different type of vehicles, like planes, forklifts etc., you will appreciate this paradigm. Great review. I've owned 2011 Sonata Limited for 8 years. Perfect experience, with regular maintenance. I would not mind driving this one. I agree about too busy exterior choices.
You hit the nail on the head sir! The engine is what matters the most then the transmission and this new car has some of the best going in the segment.
Your car reviews are all masterpieces, love them!
I really like my 2019 Hyundai Sonata , the grill is Audi like, but also reminds me of 1940 car style grill!! Yes the interior is awesome, and maybe they could have used a Genesis style grill in the front insyead! Thanks for your honest review !! Ahmed you are blessed with car knowledge!!
I’ve had two Hyundai/Kia models. With the 10 year warranty. Both made it well past 100,000 miles with the original engine transmissions. Did I have issues with them ? Yes. But since I pretty much only did all of the maintenance through a Kia certified dealership. They had to honor everything.
What issues ?
I own a 2022 sonata hybrid, with 35K+ mileage. I love dring this car. Fuel economy, comfortable to drive.
I have a 2012 Hyundai Hybrid Premium, It is the best car I have ever own. Except for brakes and tires I have had zero issues with the car. The fuel mileage is amazing and its still got some power and is very comfortable. My only complaint is loss of trunk space because of the hybrid battery.
Ahmed cranking this high quality reviews out
At least they have a hood strut and non exposed trunk hinges
I would love to see a review for the 2024 Hyundai Venue if you manage to find one.
Yes, me too!! I am trying to think what my next car will be after my beloved 2008 Scion XD. There are so few options for small hatchbacks that aren’t scraping the ground. The Venue is fairly close to the Scion’s dimensions but I worry about its reliability.
@@swansoxSoul is more popular than Venue
Venue? 😂😂
@@swansox I do own a Venue. I got it new back in 2021 it has been a good CUV but I want to know how long can I keep it before selling it.
@@josephalvarez4609 I’m glad to hear you like it so far. I really hope the Car Nut will do a review to answer our questions
In my Ioniq 5 2024 Ultra package, the front seats also have plastic trim on the back. There's no problem with that. Very easy to clean. What can you expect from a car for everyday driving, fur or crocodile leather? :) Regarding the shifter switch: very intuitive switching. If you want to go forward, turn forward; if you want to go reverse, turn back. This control mode is used in many places, for example, on a ship/boat telegraph.
GJ!
Pls consider reviewing the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Also the Nissan Rouge and Sentra
And finally, a car with a Chinese platform like Volvo or Lotus
Appreciated!
This is such a great review but I'd have to respectfully disagree about the shifter. I think it makes logical sense to turn the knob forward (clockwise) for drive and the opposite direction for reverse. It reminds me of how you turn a traditional key. I think switching the directions would have been less intuitive for most people
Love these reviews, honest looks at each piece, not just from mechanics perspective, but also consumer usability, ie that key note. Keep these coming. And dont ever lose that honestly. Hope you never sell out to these manufacturers
Outwardly, it looks so much better than the past few years.
I disagree
I have the 2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL. The car has so many extras for a base model car. Let's talk about reliability. We have a 2022 Hyundai Accent that has given us two trouble free years.
Now all cars are going to have issues. The makes that had recent recalls are Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Chevy, Dodge. What I am getting at is if the car is designed and manufactured by humans there will be issues.
So buy a Hyundai and enjoy the ride.
I bought a new 2021 kia K5 GT LINE with premium package in june of that year. While it only has 42.000 miles on it. It has been trouble free, AS IT SHOUD BE. It's a great driver, freeway cruiser, drove it from Southern California to Wilmington North Carolina this past summer. Was totally comfortable in every way. And , I got their 0.0 intrest loan they were offering so that is a sweet deal..I had purchased a new 2017 Hyundai Elantra that I kept to use for my 80 mile round trips to work to help keep the miles down on the K5. I retired this March. And though I hated to let it go I decided since I didn't need it to go ahead and sell it. Car still looked like new inside and, meticulously maintained. Had 104.000 miles on it. 0 repairs, 0 issues. I sold it for 7500 dollars, and the guy who bought it was super happy to get it. My previous kia spectras were both excellent, too.
We have a 2024 Tucson Hybrid and it too is a fabulous vehicle smooth as can be. Great review AMD.
I love how the power truck closes without slamming.
You’re one of my favorite car experts.
Hey Ahmed! Can you start putting the prices of these cars on your videos? Whether its at the start or the end it wont matter it further elevates your reviews in my opinion
He doesn't need to..u can find them any other normal car review..let him do the way he wants
@@skyeb253 I didnt say he needs to lol.
it was merely a suggestion as i dont watch other car reviews and i watch HIS reviews because i like hearing HIS thoughts on things. Im here for his wealth of knowledge and i appreciate his time and care. Also, adding or mentioning the price doesnt mean he's changing his way of doing things lol. Thats like saying you drinking water from a mug instead of a cup is going to kill you. Lets use our heads here a little.
@XRubenX it wasn't a suggestion. You told him to do something in a manners so it doesn't sound bad, but it does. 99% of his viewers come here to see whether the price they r about to pay is worth it, they r already aware of everything but mechanical part.
You shouldn't be watching only one person's perspective, either, it limits you. But you probably already are limited (using my head). So I guess its ok.
Also ur comparison is bad, changing mug to cup may not kill him but you r asking to do something he may not like, such as he probably likes his mug, so let him use his mug. Better example, buy corolla not sonata, I mean you r just driving..it doesn't matter, right? Clown
Lets use our head a little ok? Don't answer that, it's rhetorical question, in case ur limited brain don't get it
😂
It wount serve too much putting price in his videos , because all related to money can be obsolete in 1-2 years ....so why bother? You find prices @ dealerships anyway + offer and discounts + options and other details.
Now that the accord 2.0T is gone, Sonata N-Line really on my radar, would love for you to review
I wish you would show headlights, running lights, fog lights, tail lights, and turn signals with every car you review. Outside that, I think your reviews are the best I've ever seen.
I agree with this! That’d be nice
Very detailed and insightful reviews, no marketing nonsense. Excellent.
Way to go Ahmed!!! Great job buddy!!
Dude you deserve over 1 million subscribers!
Best reviews on cars
I’ve seen an all black one. It really blends everything in and takes away from the “over doing” of the exterior
I’m not a Hyundai fan but this car is impressive I would be proud to own one. As far as to much going on look at Toyotas front caps. 😂
I'm not a big fan of Sonata BUT
I've got to congratulate Hyundai for changing the front end & headlights on this car best improved design look on a car ever because the '23 front end looked hideous
Now it actually looks better than the Accord a car I've bought many times
This is also hideous, looks like the mouth of a whale shark !
Pls add a test drive video also to your review. Where you speak while you drive. It would be a great addition to your reviews!
I just got a NA 2.5 SEL, the dealership I got it from actually has a lifetime engine warranty, and they're known to honor it. The panoramic sunroof is pretty well made I'd say, with the 10 years B-B they'd replace it for free if it breaks down in that period, which I'm happy about. I got a great deal on this, $3500 off. The styling is great, it's not too much, pretty simple design, I'm sure it will hang around better than people think. Too much design would be something like an Elantra.
bought a 2025 one and I'm very satisfied with it
for the old 2016 Sonata hybrid the hybrid belt change costed 1200 USD. You need to change this rubber belt every 5 years. Timing belt gone and this belt now. Not for me anymore. I don't want any rubber belts in the engine compartment anymore as most can be done via electric motors.
this doesn't need to be changed. also not rubber
Funny how days prior to introducing the refresh, Hyundai promised to bring back buttons. Yet, the Sonata replaced physical HVAC buttons with a mini-screen.
Omg he dropped the most anticipated video
To save time: he says gear shifters and design are bad just because good looking car tends to depreciate fast and shifters can get used to
Pros: good hybrid system and really good interior.
I’m so happy that this Toyota mechanic actually said that. Now imma buy this shit. Id get a Camry but it is too expensive (fine by me) but got no 360 cam and HUD
Is it a markup thing? The new Camry starts ~$2000 cheaper than the hybrid Sonata and tops out ~$3000 cheaper on the XSE Camry vs Limited Sonata
$28,400 LE vs $30,800 SEL
$34,500 XSE vs $37,200 Limited
@@chibbyylol sonata sel msrp is actually $27,500. It has to do a lot with markup but also availability of features. For example 360 cam, blind spot cam, and HUD are standard in limited Hyundai whereas with Camry, it’s a gamble. In my area it’s rare to have any Toyota vehicle with these features. And when they do, they cost around $43k with taxes and dealership price which totals about $47k, a price of rav4 prime xse lol. With Hyundai, the best you’ll get is $41-$42k with features that are guaranteed!!
@@chibbyylol also the 34,000 Camry xse does not have 360 camera and HUD just for your information. As I said, I’m okay with Toyota being around $44k but even sometimes $44k Toyota in my neighborhood doesn’t give me these features so it’s ridiculous for me to spend money on a car that gives me so less just because the prices that high is set because of taxes and dealer fees!!it’s crazy
@@chibbyylol They are priced similarly when you fully kit them out. Camry has a lot of packages while Sonata does not. Trim wise, XLE and XSE are not as well equipped as the Limited. Problem with Camry is going to be availability, markups, cheaper materials with worse noise isolation. Both vehicles are super efficient, though I think the Sonata is slightly more efficient at the cost of having less overall power.
You clearly missed the point about the design.
Hyundai took out their spare tire to reduce weight to increased the MPG. You can still get one but its a expensive accessories.
Don't have to buy it from them can pick one up cheaper some where else or at a salvage yard for cheap
pAL where have you been 90% of new cars do not have spares anymore... When's the last time you got a flat tire in your car I will be waiting
@@johntclunie I had a nail in my tire two days ago.
@@joebrown9621 I work in the parts department at Hyundai. I always quote them but people rarely buy them.
@@sanhuynh5435 Hyundai cars come with an air compressor, so all you need to do is get yourself a tire plug kit.
Can you compare the cons and pros between accord hybrid, camry hybrid and sonata hybrid ?
My 2019 sonata had the power truck too, really liked how easy it was!
I'm going buy one of these(hybrid). Had test drive last week. Not thrilling push as N line but fine normal drive.(Not so fast)
I hope there is no issues & no high maintenance cost. I can't afford Camry, they are 5/6k higher in Fortworth dealers right now. But these have incentives
OMG Thank you so much, im planning on buying this and i was hoping for you to review it
Research reliability of this manufacturer before you commit.
I'd go for a Camry or an Accord myself.
The coolant design that attaches to the exhaust has failed on my 22 sonata hybrid dumping coolant into the exhaust. a lot of smoke coming out of tailpipe and second coolant reservoir was empty. Multiple complaints in Hyundai forums. Glad you noticed it.
A great deal of time spent on the "looks" of the car which is a purely subjective opinion. The actual info on the mechanics, overall quality and the interior is in his wheelhouse. Subtract his opinions on the exterior of the car (subjective) the Sonata got a damn good review from him.
My 2018 Chevy cruze hatch will let me know when the key fob battery is low it come up on the digital dash showing the battery % . Pretty cool 😂
Most cars do. That feature has been around for a fair amount of time. Your right though it is a great feature to have. Thanks for reminding me of that.
Yeah. I love his reviews because long term ownership matters
For me the shifter makes perfect sense. Forward to go and backwards for reverse. It’s a personal preference, after all we are all wired a little differently upstairs which is what makes life interesting ;^)
I love the styling on this car inside and out
You’re the only one
Beautiful car, I wish Hyundai would bring it to my country.
what country?
@@bluepoint4342 Colombia, we've a strong Hyundai presence but for some reason the Sonata has been forgotten since like 2012
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Fantastic video. Love watching you, man. Hyundai is heading to do some great things. Incredible cars. They think about everything. They glue loyal customers year after year.
Love this video, borough yards will definitely be on the list for my next visit. 🤤
Amd, I love the new "recording studio garage" but I miss seeing the actual shop! What happened to the Supra with the engine that you could never get back from the machine shop? How about a shop update video from time to time? Absolutely love these videos.. you really "get into the weeds" on the technical side, and one thing I'm coming to the conclusion on with all these manufacturers chasing government emission regulations is that I hate how over complicated and expensive cars are becoming.
Pretty envious of American folks for their options; in Canada, Hyundai doesn't provide any hybrid version of this. Thanks for the review, Ahmed.
Agreed it's a refresh that doesn't quite work on the outside. Hyundai is clearly trying to move the Sonata into the "digital," blocky designs of some of the newer cars, but the Sonata is so swoopy that shoehorning in those elements into the front and rear doesn't gel.
Another excellent video! Thanks so much for covering this vehicle! I'd love to see a video on the refreshed Elantra N!
The design looks fantastic....a huge leap forward.
I agree about the shifter. When I saw you shift into Drive, my first thought was turning it that way should be for Reverse. My Mercedes has a very simple lightweight lever that is either moved up for Reverse or down for Drive, because historically that's how it would have operated. Something else that doesn't make sense is to me is, I don't see why Hyundai needs a shift stalk at all when all it has is a twist knob on the end of it. I can't see buying this version as I think when they release a new Sonata the low points of this car will have been updated.
wanted this, got the accord hybrid, and dont regret it. Great car but the way you explained the honda hybrid system just made sense. Not to mention how smooth and seamless the accord is compared to this.
I believe he noted this one was extremely smooth and seamless.
Impressive but how could you trust Hyundai given their history?
every car company has their duds.
I do agree that Hyundai over designs these cars sometime. I think it’s cool at first but it does lose its cool factor when you’re looking at it everyday. But I do like it better than their previous design
My cousin leased the Hyunda Genesis (before Genesis was a standalone luxury name plate). Well before the 3 years his engine caught fire and Hyundai charged him around 12K to replace engine. He negotiated it down to like 7K. They would not cover it under warranty. Hyundai blamed him for not changing the oil enough.
Truth , any car engine would need to be replaced if it’s neglected. But that story never escaped my mind.
I really hope you do the new Honda Odyssey when it comes out in the fall, would like to see some more Honda from you in general - would really like to hear your analysis!
Hi brother. Can you do Mitsubishi cars also? I would like to know your opinion on the over all quality of Mitsubishi. And it would be a fun video. Thanks
I actually prefer the catfish face of the last Gen lol but everything else exterior wise looks better to me.
great insights!!...a short driving review would also be appreciated
The first 5 minutes made me a huge fan of the car! Sounds great for high mileage. Now I’m waiting for the negs.
I would like to see your review with the 2.5 naturally aspirated engine and the regular torque-converter 8 speed transmission.
Hey! I've commented the same thing glad am not alone
Although if you search his channel by kia and hyundai you might find another car with the same engine, its popular
you are the absolute best!
This may have already been mentioned but I believe the Rh driveshaft is hollow, a lot of other Hyundai's have it too like the 2 litre n/a tucson ( I'm in australia ) but I'm not 100% sure what it's for, my guess was that it was to help with tourque steer instead of having a bearing and support with equal length shafts.
Good video and thanks for hammering them for no spare tire. Both my Kia’s have spares and I like it that way. Not to mention 60 MPG around town and 50 on the highway. Hyundai / Kia hybrids are great.
It's odd, because the Kia K5 2025 actually comes with a spare on all trims
If you run the car and accidentally touch reverse the car bring you a notification! And make a sound , for reverse you have to run a 2mph for changing between Drive and Reverse! Hyundai engineering! Like honda putting on the detail's ! Need to explore more for the mark! For EXAMPLE change the wiper blades! It's has a great 👍🏻 Easter 🐣 bunny to make you easy way! You prees the engine start button to de acc! Only without pressing the brake pedal! You raise the wiper lever, keeping it up for three seconds and the wipers will move from a horizontal position to be replaced, like other things that Hyundai's the best brand has☆ ..
One thing that you keep on harping on is the front end of the car. I own a 2024 Sonata and it is an extremely dark blue, its called carbon blue but it looks black to me. In these colors the front end does not look as busy as you are concerned with. About all you really notice are the slanted vertical lines. The rest blends in so well that it doesn't look busy at all so if someone was to buy one of these I would recommend one of those two colors as not only the front appear less busy but so does the rear. In the rear of the car the spoiler, lighting trim and the bottom all blend in together. I enjoyed your review and I agree with you, I haven't seen a car in it's class that has as nice of an interior as the Hyundai does. Take a look at the dark colors that I'm talking about and I think that you would like it better. I know that I do.
Kind of a no brainer choice to get this honestly, for me at least. Only car in this segment to have 17 inch wheels on the top trim, which will lead to greater fuel efficiency and least likely to blow its tires on potholes. Plus some of its exclusive features like a power trunk, lane cameras, and colored ambient lighting are nice bonuses as well. The poor shift between EV and gas mode is a bummer, but I’d take this tradeoff. People mention reliability, which yeah it’s true it’s not going to be as reliable as a Toyota or Honda, but German cars are not known for their reliability either yet people still drive them.
Larger rims reduces efficiency.
Awesome review! Would love for you to review the new Elantra N
2025 Camry has quite a few things that dropped in quality. I will still only trust a hybrid if it is a Toyota but you do get great value with this car.
What things dropped in quality?
@@alvinsimba734 a lot more plastic parts and scandals with airbags and faked mileage tests. Overall, the quality has gone down. It's not surprising bc most cars are used only for 3 to 10 years.
@@trex1448 plastics are bread and butter for Toyota for many generations, as they are produced for masses. Plastics can take a beating and my 2020 LE which I will review next year you will see
You should still be able to drive a new Camry 15-20 years and rack up 200.000 + miles without a major repair.
@@alvinsimba734 A car at that price point shouldn't feel like a shitbox. Toyota literally has softex as a material that withstands wear and tear. It's a dumb excuse for 2024.
I don't agree with you on the futuristic looks being a negative point. If it looks like something coming from the future, it will stay modern for much longer time...McLaren F1 _ just an example that comes to my mind _ is a 24 years old design and yet it still holds up even by today standards.
I've had 4 Hyundais/Kias and never had a warranty or out of warranty problem. Just normal maintenance. And I think they have great styling for the money. The dealers have been fine as well.
Can anyone update how much it costs to replace the hybrid synergy belt these days? also, how often we need to replace? I like Hyundai but had a bad experience with the rubber belt before.
Thank you for the comprehensive review. Just curious, does this car have a torque converter? Thank you very much!
is there a video on the hyundai 2.5 Litre engine? I have a the same model Sonata but different Engine
Loving my 2023 Camry V6 XSE...Even more !
Loving my Camry se 2011 with 205k mile on it
Es350 owner here love my 3.5 na v6
2007 camry v6 XLE with 110,000km here
If I needed a car the Camry V6 would get my $.
Yeah if you like the interior from 1980 with a bunch of cheap plastic dials... So that whole car is like stuck in 1980..
I'm glad my 2022 doesnt have that separate key thing. Mine is still inside the fob.
The design looks more retro than futuristic IMO. It seems to have a really nice blend of both.
Would you be able to do a video on the newer N line or the previous generation of the N line? Or share your thoughts and opinions. I am currently looking into getting a newer sonata. if not then it accord.
Which hybrid sedan is the best? Toyota Camry (new 2025 model), Honda Accord, or Hyundai Sonata?
can you do bronco review? and the raptor lines? (f-150, ranger, bronco)
If I end up with a Sedan, I think this would be my choice
Got to love the counter intuitive Nokia phone inspired shifter.