The Hyundai Sonata does not get the attention that the i30 or IONIQ attract, but it has steadily improved to the point where ignoring it takes some effort. The 2018 model in Premium trim is the one with the full equipment list, and Jenny reviews it as a genuine mid-size sedan option in a market where buyers are increasingly being pulled toward SUVs.
She covers what the Sonata delivers in daily Australian life: the interior space, the comfort over highway distances, the tech stack, and how the 2.4-litre naturally aspirated engine feels in normal traffic. The Sonata competes with the Toyota Camry and Mazda 6 in a shrinking segment, which has pushed Hyundai to make its product more compelling at every update cycle.
The Sonata Premium is for the sedan buyer who still believes the format makes sense and wants something with a full equipment list at a price point that does not require justification at the dealership. If the SUV question has already been settled for you, this review is academic. If it has not, the Sonata deserves the consideration it rarely receives. The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
