2018 Hyundai Sonata 2. 0T Review and Road Test In 4K
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Date: 2019-05-30
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phych
I have the 2015 2. 0T Limited and I didnt have any hesitations recommending it over any of the competition, as no one offered the amount of features at its price point. Unfortunately I cant say the same about the 2018 Sonata, as the other manufacturers have caught up in terms of features and styling and Hyundai has actually removed features from the previous revision. I would still recommend it for those looking for niche features, such as the ones mentioned and the remote app control (remote lock/start/temp control with Alexa and Google Home support. To answer Alexs question, I do like the styling of the Sonata, but I think it resembles the Elantra a little too much. I sometimes have a hard time distinguishing between the two at a glance and I think there shouldnt be a question of recognizing a higher trim car from a lower one.
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I have the 2015 2. 0T Limited and I didnt have any hesitations recommending it over any of the competition, as no one offered the amount of features at its price point. Unfortunately I cant say the same about the 2018 Sonata, as the other manufacturers have caught up in terms of features and styling and Hyundai has actually removed features from the previous revision. I would still recommend it for those looking for niche features, such as the ones mentioned and the remote app control (remote lock/start/temp control with Alexa and Google Home support. To answer Alexs question, I do like the styling of the Sonata, but I think it resembles the Elantra a little too much. I sometimes have a hard time distinguishing between the two at a glance and I think there shouldnt be a question of recognizing a higher trim car from a lower one.
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Solid Snake
Alex in my opinion, you are by far the best car reviewer on youtube. 1) Your videos do not have any unnecessary music or drama2) You straight away get to the point and stay on the point. 3) Your audio is neutral, not very enthusiastic neither too mellow. Just as a reporter should be. Thats why your videos are not distracting. 4) Your knowledge about the cars is astronomical. I mean you have the who damn catalog of car details at your fingertips. 5) Absolutely love your comparison and honest opinion. No one else does it better than you. I know your videos take time to make because of so much detail it requires, unlike other generic car reviewers. Keep up the good work. I am sure you deserve much more subs than what you have. P. S. This car is so damn ugly. Accord or Camry is way better any day.
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Alex in my opinion, you are by far the best car reviewer on youtube. 1) Your videos do not have any unnecessary music or drama2) You straight away get to the point and stay on the point. 3) Your audio is neutral, not very enthusiastic neither too mellow. Just as a reporter should be. Thats why your videos are not distracting. 4) Your knowledge about the cars is astronomical. I mean you have the who damn catalog of car details at your fingertips. 5) Absolutely love your comparison and honest opinion. No one else does it better than you. I know your videos take time to make because of so much detail it requires, unlike other generic car reviewers. Keep up the good work. I am sure you deserve much more subs than what you have. P. S. This car is so damn ugly. Accord or Camry is way better any day.
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Christopher Calder
My top pick is the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE, which can be had at discount in Oregon and California for just 19, 000. The Camry is so ugly, why would you want that ugliness to last a long time? The world needs self-destructing ugliness, not ugliness that lasts and lasts and lasts. I think the Sonata is the most beautiful car on the road today as long as you get the less expensive trims. The higher trims have a too fancy grill that stands out too much. Less bling is better. The new 2018 Hyundai Accent is a terrific car as well, and probably the best proportioned small car ever available for sale at a reasonable price in Earth history. The Accent looks like a costly German compact sport sedan, but with better fuel economy and a much lower sale price.
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My top pick is the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE, which can be had at discount in Oregon and California for just 19, 000. The Camry is so ugly, why would you want that ugliness to last a long time? The world needs self-destructing ugliness, not ugliness that lasts and lasts and lasts. I think the Sonata is the most beautiful car on the road today as long as you get the less expensive trims. The higher trims have a too fancy grill that stands out too much. Less bling is better. The new 2018 Hyundai Accent is a terrific car as well, and probably the best proportioned small car ever available for sale at a reasonable price in Earth history. The Accent looks like a costly German compact sport sedan, but with better fuel economy and a much lower sale price.
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J Trager
Did you try out the treble control while listening to the radio? It doesnt work in my 2018 Sonata Limited 2. 0T I bought in November I ever went to a dealership to try it out on another vehicle just like mine, and it didnt work on that one either, SO IT IS NOT JUST ON MY CAR, BUT ON ALL 2018 HYUNDAI SONATA LIMITED 2. 0TS When is Hyundai and Infinity going to come out with an FIRMWARE UPDATE to fix this issue? Where is the QUALITY CONTROL at Infinity? Do they try out their products before releasing them? I GUESS NOT IM STILL WAITING FOR AN UPDATE
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Did you try out the treble control while listening to the radio? It doesnt work in my 2018 Sonata Limited 2. 0T I bought in November I ever went to a dealership to try it out on another vehicle just like mine, and it didnt work on that one either, SO IT IS NOT JUST ON MY CAR, BUT ON ALL 2018 HYUNDAI SONATA LIMITED 2. 0TS When is Hyundai and Infinity going to come out with an FIRMWARE UPDATE to fix this issue? Where is the QUALITY CONTROL at Infinity? Do they try out their products before releasing them? I GUESS NOT IM STILL WAITING FOR AN UPDATE
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Sjrick
You chose the awful Toyota because of the hybrid? Thats not fair because the Sonata doesnt offer one and the dimensions were identical between other features. Plus the Sonata doesnt offer a 6 cylinder. I think you dropped the ball on this one Alex. I made a pro/con list for the Sonata and it crushed the Toyota. I drove the Toyota and it still has the quality factor but it doesnt have the safety features of the Sonata. Not to mention the cost. The Toyota is way over priced.
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You chose the awful Toyota because of the hybrid? Thats not fair because the Sonata doesnt offer one and the dimensions were identical between other features. Plus the Sonata doesnt offer a 6 cylinder. I think you dropped the ball on this one Alex. I made a pro/con list for the Sonata and it crushed the Toyota. I drove the Toyota and it still has the quality factor but it doesnt have the safety features of the Sonata. Not to mention the cost. The Toyota is way over priced.
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Mel Little
Thanks for the great reviews Alex. I totally agree with the comments of Solid Snake from 3 weeks ago. I would add to his point #3 that your audio is neutral. Some of the reviews out there cut to ad placements and the volume increases to the point where it just about is an assault on your eardrums. Some of the reviewers I no longer watch due to that factor. I have told several friends about the quality of your reviews and suggested they tune in. Keep up the great work.
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Thanks for the great reviews Alex. I totally agree with the comments of Solid Snake from 3 weeks ago. I would add to his point #3 that your audio is neutral. Some of the reviews out there cut to ad placements and the volume increases to the point where it just about is an assault on your eardrums. Some of the reviewers I no longer watch due to that factor. I have told several friends about the quality of your reviews and suggested they tune in. Keep up the great work.
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Elon Y. Kim
The front face is fish-like. In fact, I cant like it although I currently own two Hyundais (Tuscon & Elantra. The designs of the front side, head lamps, grills, and the hood are too ugly and not aesthetically pleasing. I know that Hyundai is capable of making attractive cars. I dont think Hyundai is putting enough efforts to wow the market with Sonata and some of their models maybe because of their Genesis brand. Lastly, the numb steering should be fixed asap.
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The front face is fish-like. In fact, I cant like it although I currently own two Hyundais (Tuscon & Elantra. The designs of the front side, head lamps, grills, and the hood are too ugly and not aesthetically pleasing. I know that Hyundai is capable of making attractive cars. I dont think Hyundai is putting enough efforts to wow the market with Sonata and some of their models maybe because of their Genesis brand. Lastly, the numb steering should be fixed asap.
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rmwarriors16
I like the new style of the exterior as it is not so bland like the previous year. The interior doesnt match the exterior design but its clean and functional. I dont think it is as competitive as Honda and Toyota. Based on reputation I believe most of the public will choose the Accord and Camry over this car. I hope the mpg will improve as its behind the competition and gas prices are expected to rise this summer.
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I like the new style of the exterior as it is not so bland like the previous year. The interior doesnt match the exterior design but its clean and functional. I dont think it is as competitive as Honda and Toyota. Based on reputation I believe most of the public will choose the Accord and Camry over this car. I hope the mpg will improve as its behind the competition and gas prices are expected to rise this summer.
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luiscajamarca
Alex, plenty of YouTube users really enjoy your videos. They are by far the best option to get an objective assessment of a car. I very much like it that you provide your preferences at the very end of the videos and your reasons. The comparison between cars is simply great. They are very helpful. Please keep producing the videos. I bought a new car and you were my main resource to make a decision. Best.
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Alex, plenty of YouTube users really enjoy your videos. They are by far the best option to get an objective assessment of a car. I very much like it that you provide your preferences at the very end of the videos and your reasons. The comparison between cars is simply great. They are very helpful. Please keep producing the videos. I bought a new car and you were my main resource to make a decision. Best.
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Sam S
No fog lamps? Non starter in CT. We have fog quite frequently - just had 1/4 mile visibility yesterday. You kind of need them in climates like around here. Thank you letting us know Alex. Toyota is last to adopt any new technology, Alex, which is why they are hesitating on adopting Apple Autoplay/Google. It is how they keep their quality up, although there is virtually no risk in it being adopted at this point.
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No fog lamps? Non starter in CT. We have fog quite frequently - just had 1/4 mile visibility yesterday. You kind of need them in climates like around here. Thank you letting us know Alex. Toyota is last to adopt any new technology, Alex, which is why they are hesitating on adopting Apple Autoplay/Google. It is how they keep their quality up, although there is virtually no risk in it being adopted at this point.
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