Koons Woodbridge Hyundai

May 8, 2023

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When the very first Hyundai Sonata was released way back in the 1980s, it didn’t receive a whole lot of fanfare. Hyundai attempted to market it as a luxury car for executives to no avail. But over time, Hyundai has tinkered with the Sonata and turned it into one of the most reliable midsize cars out on the road. It’s why it routinely lands on lists featuring the best midsize cars each year.

The 2023 Hyundai Sonata doesn’t include any major changes compared to the 2022 model. But that isn’t necessarily a terrible thing, seeing as how the 2022 Sonata was jam-packed with tons of great features that helped set it apart from other midsize cars. If you’d like to get your hands on a 2023 Sonata, you’ll find that there’ll be several different trims for you to choose from. Our team at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai wants to share more about the 2023 Hyundai Sonata trims. Check out our information below:

SE

The SE is the most basic of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata trims, but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t going to have plenty to offer to you if you decide to go with it. For starters, it features a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that can produce up to 191 horsepower. It also has front-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. It can get up to 28 mpg in the city and up to 38 mpg on the highway when it comes to fuel economy.

The 2023 Hyundai Sonata SE trim might not have all the higher-end features found in the other trims. But it does come with features including 16-inch alloy wheels, LED lights, heated power outboard mirrors, and much more on the exterior.  On the inside, it also has an infotainment system with an 8-inch touch screen, a stereo system with six speakers, and lots of safety features such as forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and even adaptive cruise control.

SEL

The SEL will only cost you a little bit more than the SE trim when you invest in a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. But it’ll come with a handful of extra features that might make it a steal for you. It has the same engine and transmission as the SE trim and gets right around the same gas mileage. However, you’ll notice some big differences between the SE and SEL on both the exterior and interior.

For starters, the SEL has 17-inch alloy wheels and a hands-free power trunk lid on the outside. It also has a power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats for both the driver and passenger, a dual-zone automatic climate control system, and a 4.2-inch digital color driver information display. Additionally, the infotainment system has a larger 10.25-inch touch screen, and you’ll even have access to a three-year subscription to Bluelink Connected Car. Many of the same safety features found in the SE trim will also come standard in the SEL model.

SEL Plus

The SEL Plus is a big step up from the SE and SEL for those who are willing to spend a little extra on a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The first difference you’ll notice will be the 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that can churn out 180 horsepower. When you’re driving around the Woodbridge area, it’ll help you get 27 mpg in the city or 37 mpg on the highway in the SEL Plus trim.

The SEL Plus also features upgrades across the board on the interior of the Sonata. Some examples of the excellent features you’ll find will include paddle shifters, microfiber seat inserts, aluminum pedals, and even a 12.3-inch digital display and a 12-speaker Bose audio system. The SEL Plus might end up offering you the most bang for your buck when buying a Sonata.

N Line

If the first three 2023 Hyundai Sonata trims don’t pack enough power underneath the hood for you, you’ll love what the N Line trim brings to the table. It has a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that can produce up to 290 horsepower, as well as an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. You’ll have to sacrifice some of the fuel economy found in other Sonatas (the N Line gets 23 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway), but it’ll be a small price to pay for the power you’ll be getting.

The N Line also includes noticeable upgrades in many other areas. For example, it features high-performance tires, 19-inch alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and even special front and rear fascias that separate it from the other Sonata trims in an eye-catching, head-turning way.

Limited

If you want to go all out when buying a 2023 Sonata, the Limited trim is the way to go. Although it has the same 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine found in the SEL Plus trim, it has a Sport+ mode in the Driver Mode Select system that makes it unique. It also has top-of-the-line standard features such as 18-inch alloy wheels, leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, a surround-view camera, and so much more.

As if all that wasn’t enough, some of the technology found in the Limited trim is truly next level. From the remote smart-parking assist that can help you get your Sonata into tight parking spots to a semi-autonomous driver-assistance feature called highway-drive assist, it has everything you could ever dream of in it.

Which 2023 Hyundai Sonata Trim Is Right for You?

As you’ve seen here, each of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata trims will provide you with distinctive features. Your job is going to be to compare the trims to see which one will work best for your budget and lifestyle.

If you’d like to see each 2023 Hyundai Sonata trim in person, Koons Woodbridge Hyundai can help you get behind the wheel of them. It’ll help you get a feel for and make a final decision as far as which trim will be best for you based on your preferences.

Reach out to us today to schedule a test drive of the 2023 Hyundai Sonata.