The 2020 Hyundai Sonata SE is a great choice if you are on a budget, and this sedan was redesigned for 2020. Hyundai has a reputation for quality and affordability, and it lives up to those standards here with good fuel economy and plenty of driver’s safety features.
What are the features of the 2020 Hyundai Sonata SE?
The SE has a 191 horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. It has an 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple Carplay. It also has adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist.
Wondering if it’s the right car for you? We’ll look at this compact sedan and the SE trim, so you can decide if this should be your next vehicle purchase.
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata
The Sonata was completely redesigned for the 2020 model year. It is lower and longer than the previous model, giving it a sportier look. The interior is simple and functional. As additional features get added, the dash can get a little cluttered, but this isn’t a problem with the Sonata.
It has four trim levels. The SE and SEL have a 2.5 4-cylinder engine with 191 horsepower and 181 foot-pounds of torque. As you move up the trim ladder, you move down in horsepower.
The SEL Plus and Limited have a 1.6L turbo engine that gets 180 horsepower. However, they do have more torque at 195, so they are a bit faster and feel sportier than the base models.
There’s also a slight drop in fuel economy. The SE and SEL get 27-28 mpg in the city and 37-38 on the highway. The SEL Plus and Limited get 27 mpg with city driving and 36 mpg with highway driving.
All trim levels have an 8-speed automatic transmission with different modes to match your driving style. The front suspension has Macpherson struts and coils, and the rear has an independent multi-link suspension. Hill assist is also standard.
2020 Sonata SE
The exterior sports 16-inch alloy wheels and daytime running lights. It has LED headlights and taillights. Headlights automatically come on and automatically switch between bright and dim. It has chrome window surround molding and glossy chrome window trim.
The interior has cloth seats. The driver’s seat has a six-way power adjustment, and the passenger seat has a four-way adjustment. It has a 60/40 split fold down rear seat. The air conditioning is manual on the SE. It does have a rear defroster with a timer.
It features an 8-inch touchscreen with HD radio with Android Auto and Apple Carplay. Bluetooth connectivity is also provided. The rearview monitor provides parking assistance perfect for tight spaces.
The SE has several safety features. It provides front collision assist with pedestrian detection to help you avoid a crash. Lane-keep assist and lane-following assist help keep the car on the road, and the driver attention warning will bring your attention back to the road if you get distracted.
Rear occupant alert can help prevent every parent’s worst nightmare: leaving a child in the vehicle.
Smart cruise control is very helpful, particularly for stop-and-go driving. It will maintain the proper speed, brake and stop when needed, and accelerate when traffic starts moving again.
There are a few safety features that aren’t included with the SE. Blindspot crash avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, and parking collision avoidance are available on all trims except the SE.
Considering the 2020 Hyundai Sonata SE?
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata SE is a good investment for the price. If you want more driver assistance, convenience, or tech features, you should consider a higher trim level. If you are looking for attractive basics on a budget, the SE is a perfect choice.
Before you head to the dealership, check out Vehicle History. You’ll find an expert overview of the model and a full list of specs. You can also read reviews from other owners. It’s everything you need to make an informed car-buying decision.
