How Does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata Compare to the Nissan Altima?
Value. For many drivers in Akron and Hudson, OH, it's the element that most directly drives what car they decide to bring home. They don't just want something good, they want a car that delivers a standard of "more" that eclipses the competition.
It should be no surprise then that the Hyundai Sonata is such a popular option. A mid-sized sedan that puts a priority on "more," the Sonata can provide everything from enhanced comfort and media features to advanced safety technology and performance options, all at a competitive price. Revamped for 2019, it's one of the most value-packed sedans on the current market.
The Sonata sedan isn't the only mid-sized sedan to receive a value-driven makeover this year, however. The new 2019 Altima has also received a major redesign couched in providing a better all-around experience. The big question for drivers like you, is which one is the better buy?
Performance
One of the biggest things the Altima brings to the table in 2019 is a brand-new variable compression engine. To be sure, it's an impressive piece of equipment that delivers an athletic performance without sacrificing much in terms of fuel economy and efficiency.
The Sonata, in its own right however, is no slouch. Its base engine option is nearly on par with the Altima's, and while the Altima's VC-Turbo powertrain might impress with its 248 horsepower and 25/34 miles per gallon, the Sonata has its own high-performing, efficiency-driven engines.The Sonata's 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 can dish out 245 horsepower with only slightly less gas mileage. Drivers interested in more impressive fuel ratings, meanwhile, will find plenty to love in the Sonata's hybrid engine. It's capable of 193 horsepower and 40/46 miles per gallon. The Altima doesn't have anything that can match that.
Features & Technology
One of the things that keeps New Franklin drivers coming back to Hyundai cars is the pure amount of stuff they offer you at a better price. The 2019 Sonata is no exception. Even with its base model, you'll enjoy driver-favorite amenities like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Its offerings only expand in its higher-level trims. Dual-zone climate control, a wireless phone charger, built-in navigation, heated/ventilated seating; there's a whole wealth of options available in the Sonata and often at a better price than its competitors.
The Altima is no slouch in the features department, but you'll wind up paying more, in almost every case, to get the same features you'd find in the Sonata for less.
Safety
Both the 2019 Sonata and the Altima are safe cars. They both performed well in safety and crash testing. They likewise offer a solid selection of active safety equipment to help you avoid accidents before they ever happen.
The Sonata can come equipped with everything from automatic emergency braking and smart cruise control, to blind-spot detection, lane-keep assist and more. The Altima offers a similar suite of available safety features, with the semi-autonomous ProPilot system providing a touch of something extra.
Which Sedan is Right for Me?
Don't be mistaken, the Nissan Altima is a good car. If you decide to drive home to Kent, OH behind the wheel of a new Altima, you're not going to have a bad experience. We just happen to think you'll have a better one if you choose the new Hyundai Sonata instead.
Rife with standard and optional features that are available at a lower price, the Sonata offers an affordable vehicle package that delivers many of the Altima's biggest perks for less. If value is what you want in a mid-sized sedan, the Sonata should be the first place you look.
Reach out to the sales team at Ron Marhofer Hyundai to learn more. We'd love the opportunity to show you everything that the new Hyundai Sonata has to offer.
