Hyundai Sonata 2020 Philippines: Deserved 5-star rating for both styling and safety technology

You are looking for a brand-new car that has an affordable price. Hyundai Sonata 2020 is a good selection of yours this year to commute in Philippine traffic.

You seem as fond of Hyundai's midsize sedans as Sonatas in the past. But with the latest changes in both features and style, you will be even more satisfied. The 2020 Sonata is redesigned on a brand new platform, bringing a unique style sharp, up-to-day, and trendy.

Let us show you all the surprising features that Hyundai Sonata 2020 Philippines owns with the following review. 

Hyundai Sonata 2020 Philippines

Hyundai Sonata 2020 Exterior

Recently, the Hyundai brand launched the first images of the 8th generation Sonata 2020. The car now has plus state-of-the-art traits. With a new 4-door coupe design and dynamic, sporty style inspired by Le Fil Rouge Concept, the 2020 Sonata made a strong impression on the public.

Compared to the older version, Hyundai Sonata 2020 increases by 45mm in length, 25mm in width, whereas the height is reduced by 30mm. The lengths, widths, and heights are 4,899mm, 1,889mm, and 1,476mm, respectively. This model is also installed with a low deck cover, short overhangs, and quite steep roof lines. 

Panoramic windows open up to the user space with natural light

Panoramic windows help the 2020 Sonata open up to the user space with natural light, increasing the driver's experience and excitement.

In particular, the "digital pulse cascading grille" and hidden lights further enhance the car's sexy yet powerful sportiness. Add a new feature to the 2020 Sonata exterior: the car's rear, the full-width heckblende-style tail lights, are equally noticeable.

More specifically, Hyundai has a chrome coating on the sides of the capo that illuminates when the headlights are turned on. This chrome layer is the small square constituent, allowing light to shine through. The Korean automaker said it would develop this technology into a brand identity in the future.

Hyundai Sonata 2020 Interior

The dashboard is renewed with inspiration from stealth aircraft models that gives the car a premium and sporty look. The 12.3-inch infotainment screen placed high is the main highlight in the center area. 

Right below are the thin beveled air-conditioning slots and a streamlined button cluster that makes it easier to get used to and control. 

The steering wheel is satin chrome-plated on the accents

Furthermore, other standout features include wire-shift control for increased cargo space. The steering wheel is satin chrome-plated on the accents.

This D-class sedan is equipped with a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster that intuitively displays information to the driver regarding the controls. The car's steering wheel now owns a fancy 4-spoke design.

In terms of entertainment, the Bose premium sound system with 12 speakers offers a great experience. This system also has built-in speed adjustment, so drivers and passengers may still enjoy and follow the music under all operating conditions. There is also no need to touch the volume or EQ controls manually.

The 10.25-inch Hi-res navigation touch screen can display information and entertainment impressively and aesthetically.

The lavish Dinamica leather offers a splendid space

The leather upholstery surface in the car is quite thick, supple, and a lavish Dinamica leather offers a splendid space.

With the Shift-by-Wire gearshift system instead of the traditional gear lever, the car has more room to arrange a wireless charging dock,  two USB ports, and a 12V 180W jack.

Hyundai Sonata 2020 Safety – 5 stars rating

The Hyundai Sonata has gone through 8 generations, with the 6th generation being the last model available in the Philippines. Sonata 2020 has not been sold in the Philippines yet, but this latest generation has created a massive trend in the United States.

A short time ago, the National Highway Transport Administration (DOT) of the US Department of Transportation (NHTSA) had conducted its latest test to evaluate the safety of Sonata 2020. This new car has deserved a 5-star safety rating.

Before that, the 2020 Sonata generation was also honored to receive the Top Safety Choice award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Sonata 2020 succeeds in setting a whole new yardstick. 

Hyundai also emphasized that they committed to providing customers with the highest quality safety products. 

Rated 5 stars, the Hyundai Sonata deserves nine airbags in the car and an advanced driving system capable of alerting the driver when something is out of the ordinary.

 You do not need to touch volume controls or EQ

This sedan also installed a series of 12 ultrasonic sensors combined with five cameras placed around the car. This helps the car avoid collisions, keep the driving lane, and control the smart cruise with stop-and-go on the highway. 

Other standard equipment introduced in advance by Hyundai include a lane-keeping system, blind-spot warning, collision warning, and adaptive cruise control. Very impressive!

With such SmartSense features, the Hyundai Sonata 2020 Philippines is not currently in the country. Certainly, the manufacturer is choosing a launch opportunity to enter the local auto market soon.

Our verdict

​The Hyundai Sonata 2020 Philippines is a new step to assert its position in this year's sedan range. It is certain that, with outstanding features, sophisticated design but harmonious between interior and exterior increases the dynamic, sporty look of this car.

It can be seen that design and technology are the most valuable and prominent changes in this all-new model.

This is also considered a pioneer model for Hyundai's future changes with special equipment such as light strips. The LED is hidden, unlocked with smartphones, etc contributes to the D-class sedan to compete fairly with competitors in the segment like Toyota Camry or Honda Accord.