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2 days ago
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2025 Hyundai Sonata vs. Toyota Camry: 5 Major Differences
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. In a packed segment, Ford and Hyundai have some compelling offerings. But which one is the right fit for you? There are just two small trucks on the market, but when it comes to towing capability, Hyundai's offering tops the Ford Maverick with relative ease. These two compact SUV heavyweights remain top choices, but which one is right for you? Both the Volkswagen ID Buzz and the Hyundai Ioniq 9 have a lot in common: competitive pricing, spacious accommodations, and all-electric power—but which one suits you better? Still standing in a shrinking segment Once the backbone of American driveways, midsize sedans have steadily lost ground to crossovers and SUVs. With the exits of the Chevy Malibu and Subaru Legacy after 2025, only a handful of contenders remain. But the Hyundai Sonata and Toyota Camry are still standing—and both received major overhauls for 2025. Toyota went all-in on hybridization and all-wheel drive, while Hyundai doubled down on value, tech, and design. If you're still in the market for a well-equipped sedan that delivers strong fuel economy, excellent ride quality, and surprising tech, these two deserve a look. Which one fits your needs best? Here are five key differences that help separate them. 1. Toyota has gone fully hybrid; Hyundai offers options Perhaps the most talked-about change for the 2025 Toyota Camry is what's under the hood—or rather, what isn't. Toyota has ditched its traditional gas-only drivetrains entirely, making the 2025 Camry a hybrid-only sedan. It's available with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors up front, producing 225 horsepower. All-wheel-drive variants add a third electric motor at the rear, bumping total system output to 232 hp. 2025 Toyota Camry SE AWD — Source: Toyota That makes the Camry one of the few hybrid sedans on the market to offer all-wheel drive—and the only one in its class to make hybrid the default, not the upgrade. Hyundai took a different approach with the 2025 Sonata. You can still buy one with a traditional gas engine—specifically, a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder good for 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. For buyers looking for electrified efficiency, the Sonata Hybrid pairs a 2.0-liter engine with an electric motor to deliver 192 hp. The base hybrid system is a bit less powerful than Toyota's, but it's smooth, refined, and very fuel-efficient. Bottom line: Camry buyers must go hybrid, but Hyundai gives you a choice. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 2. Sonata starts cheaper—but both hybrids are close At the entry level, the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SE starts at $26,900, while the SEL comes in at around $28,000. That's cheaper than the base 2025 Camry LE Hybrid, which starts at $28,700 with front-wheel drive and $30,225 with all-wheel drive. 2025 Hyundai Sonata — Source: Hyundai The most efficient Sonata Hybrid-the Blue trim—isn't listed for 2025 yet, but the mid-tier SEL Hybrid starts at $31,250, while the top-tier Limited Hybrid comes in at $37,700. The Camry's upper trims are priced similarly, with the XLE Hybrid AWD priced at $35,125 and the range-topping XSE AWD Hybrid starting at $36,425. When comparing apples to apples (i.e., hybrids), pricing is close, within a few hundred dollars, in most cases. The Camry offers standard hybrid power and available AWD. The Sonata costs slightly less in its mid-tier trims, but tops out around the same price once you spec it similarly. It's worth noting that real-world incentives and dealer pricing can swing these numbers significantly, especially for Hyundai, which often includes additional discounts. 3. The Camry offers AWD—Sonata stays FWD only One of the Camry's most significant advantages for 2025 is its electric all-wheel-drive system. It's not just a gimmick—it adds real capability, especially for drivers in snowy climates. Instead of using a mechanical driveshaft, the AWD Camry uses an electric motor to power the rear wheels independently. It's seamless in operation and doesn't significantly impact fuel economy. 2025 Toyota Camry SE AWD — Source: Toyota No version of the 2025 Sonata offers all-wheel drive, gas or hybrid. That might not matter for drivers in dry or temperate climates, but it's a notable disadvantage in the Northeast, Midwest, or Mountain West, where AWD is often considered essential. This marks a real differentiation point between the two. If AWD is a must-have, the Camry is your only option in this match-up. 4. Hyundai leads in interior design and tech, especially in the cockpit Inside, both sedans have made big strides, but the Sonata's cabin feels more futuristic and premium. Hyundai now offers a twin 12.3-inch display setup—one screen for the digital gauge cluster and one for the central infotainment—merged under a single piece of curved glass. The layout is clean, upscale, and intuitive, especially on higher trims. Even the base trims feel modern thanks to Hyundai's slick user interface and standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — Source: Hyundai The 2025 Camry improves significantly over its predecessor, but not all trims come with the same level of tech. LE and SE models come with an 8-inch touchscreen and a 7-inch digital gauge display. Step up to the XLE or XSE, and you'll get the dual 12.3-inch setup. Like the Sonata, Toyota supports wireless smartphone mirroring and offers a premium JBL sound system on upper trims. In terms of standard features and presentation, Hyundai has the edge. The Sonata Limited Hybrid even includes ventilated front seats, a head-up display, and Highway Driving Assist—Hyundai's semi-automated driving tech—which is not available on the Camry. 5. Camry is quicker, but Sonata is smoother With up to 232 horsepower and AWD available, the Camry is the better performer on paper. It accelerates briskly for a hybrid sedan and handles well in XSE trim, thanks to firmer suspension and sportier tuning. Toyota has clearly tried to retain some of the enthusiast appeal once offered by its now-discontinued V6. 2025 Toyota Camry SE — Source: Toyota The Sonata Hybrid isn't as quick, and its 192-hp system feels more tuned for smoothness than speed. But Hyundai's focus on comfort pays off with a quieter cabin, a softer ride, and less harshness over broken pavement. It's a car designed to make commutes and long drives feel easy, not edgy. Fuel economy is neck and neck. The Camry LE Hybrid returns up to 51 mpg combined, while AWD drops that to 47–48 mpg. The Sonata Hybrid gets between 47 and 52 mpg, depending on the trim and wheel size. If you're comparing efficiency, it's a wash. Final thoughts Both the 2025 Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata are excellent midsize sedans—but they aim for slightly different buyers. 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — Source: Hyundai If you want a hybrid-only powertrain, available all-wheel drive, and more power, the Camry is your best bet. It's also a smart pick for buyers in colder climates who need extra traction. But you're probably better off choosing the Sonata if you value sleek tech, a more comfortable ride, and the option of a gas-only engine. It also tends to offer slightly better value at most trim levels. Either way, these two are standouts in a segment that's been all but abandoned by other automakers. With thoughtful redesigns, impressive fuel economy, and plenty of standard tech, the Sonata and Camry prove that the midsize sedan still has a lot of life left. About the Author Elijah Nicholson-Messmer View Profile
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23-07-2025
- Automotive
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Acura TLX Is The Latest Sporty Sedan To Bite The Dust
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Lexus will be the last Japanese luxury marque still selling traditional sedans in the U.S. Yet another sedan has been the victim of an SUV- and truck-obsessed world, and this one was rather good. Acura has confirmed that production of the TLX will end this month, with the brand saying the decision was made to 'better align with the evolving needs of our customers and the changing landscape of the automotive industry.' Previous Pause Next Unmute 0:00 / 0:10 Full screen Automakers brace for uncertain future amid Trump's tariff pause Watch More With the departure of the TLX, the sedan's 2025 model year will be its last, and it will leave the recently refreshed Integra as the only Acura model that isn't an SUV of some kind. Low TLX Sales Made Acura's Decision Easier 2024 Acura TLX Type-S 2024 Acura TLX Type-S 2024 Acura TLX Type S interior For the first half of 2025, Acura sold 3,634 TLXs, making it the brand's slowest-selling model overall. That's down from 4,211 units sold over the same period last year. Even the ZDX, Acura's fully electric SUV with a high starting price of over $60,000, has been out-selling the TLX. The TLX took over the role as Acura's flagship sedan after the larger RLX was discontinued after the 2020 model year. Last year, Infiniti discontinued the Q50 to become an SUV-only brand, and if it were not for the sporty Integra, Acura would be in the same position. When the three major Japanese automakers (Toyota, Honda, and Nissan) launched their luxury arms in the late 1980s (Lexus, Acura, and Infiniti), they all found success with comfortable, larger sedans. Around 40 years later, only Lexus has been able to weather the SUV storm, as it still offers multiple sedan models. Current TLX Deserved More Success 2024 Acura TLX A-Spec — Source: Acura Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. With its sharp styling, solid chassis, and upscale interior, the TLX was deserving of much more success. If you can still get one, it's worth considering, be it the base 272-horsepower model or the potent Type S with its 355-hp V6. The V6 gets the brand's Super-Handling AWD system as standard, creating a proper sports sedan with feelsome steering and excellent composure on twisty roads. The TLX also looks the part from behind the wheel; its unique dashboard design is perhaps a bit fussy, but it has more personality than the screen-obsessed look of so many other new cars. 'Across three generations, Type S variants of the TL and TLX have elevated the Acura performance image and created a lasting impact in the enthusiast market,' said the brand in a statement. The TLX is another fallen sedan in a long list that will be missed. About the Author Karl Furlong View Profile
Motor 1
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
The Best Sedans of 2025 (So Far)
There aren't nearly as many sedans in the US as there used to be. It's a sad reality, but SUVs have essentially cratered sales of the traditional four-door, with just a handful of survivors still hanging on for the long haul. That said, of those holdouts, there are some truly excellent options to choose from. Ranging from affordable compacts to high-performance EVs, companies like Audi, Hyundai, and Kia are committed to keeping the family four-door alive. This year, we've driven several great sedans. Though not nearly as robust as our list of Best Performance Cars or Best SUVs , our choice for the top sedans of 2025 (so far) includes a few excellent options to look out for the next time you're in the market. With that in mind, take a look. Audi RS E-Tron GT Performance Photo by: Audi 912 Horsepower Price: $168,295 Why We Love It: Yes, the Audi RS E-Tron GT still exists. Despite its Porsche platform sibling being the more commonly sold variant, Audi stuck to its guns and gave its electric sports sedan an upgrade for 2025. Now with 912 horsepower, a comprehensive suspension upgrade, and retuned steering, the E-Tron GT is worthy of being a great sedan. The RS E-Tron GT's Porsche-derived active suspension—similar to what's used on the current Panamera Turbo S—is its calling card. The upgraded suspension completely controls body motions, making the $168,295 Audi super-EV a willing dance partner around corners while having world-class ride quality. Read Our Review Audi S3 Photo by: Chris Perkins / Motor1 328 Horsepower Price: $49,995 Why We Love It: It's unusual to call a mid-level Audi sports sedan a driver's car. Yet, the facelifted, retuned, and powered-up 2025 Audi S3 is part of a real renaissance. But its 328 horsepower and new torque vectoring rear differential don't tell the whole story. With different suspension ball joints, retuned steering calibration, and a subtle refocusing of Audi's driving philosophy, the S3 delivers quiet exceptionalism. It's closer to RS3-lite than A3-plus. Along with a high-quality interior and plenty of tech, its $49,995 starting price feels appropriate, and maybe even something of a bargain. Read Our Review BMW M5 Photo by: BMW 717 Horsepower Price: $120,675 Why We Love It: Few things on Earth go 190 miles per hour while maintaining a local gravitational field. One of those things is the 5,390-pound, 717-horsepower, plug-in hybrid 2025 BMW M5. Maligned for its weight—not least of which by us—it does still fulfill the historic role of an M5: Brutal speed in a well-cut suit. Under the hood sits a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8 with hybrid assist and 25 miles of EV range, essentially lifted from the BMW XM. Complete with BMW's new design language and idiotic interior air vents, it is truly an M5 for the modern, hybridized world. Starting at $120,675, and with plenty of room to go up with options, it's no bargain. But it is a capable, fast, and luxurious super-sedan—if you can live with the complication and weight. Read Our Review Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Photo by: Jeff Perez / Motor1 668 Horsepower Price: $96,990 Why We Love It: Did you expect the CT5-V Blackwing to not be on this list? It's one of the most beloved, most badass performance cars on the market today, and it gets even better for 2025 with a minor facelift, some extra interior tech, and a new Precision Package that adds stickier tires and a reworked suspension. Of course, the ubiquitous supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 remains. It still makes 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque, and it pairs with your choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed automatic. Power travels to the rear wheels exclusively. You will have to pay a bit more for 2025, though; the CT5-V Blackwing starts at $96,990, and the Precision Pack starts at $114,995. Read Our Review Hyundai Elantra N Photo by: Jeff Perez / Motor1 275 Horsepower Price: $35,595 Why We Love It: For under $40,000 to start, few performance cars do it better than the Hyundai Elantra N. The sports sedan gets a minor facelift for 2025 that fixes some of the former model's visual flaws, while adding some much-needed additional technology in the cabin. The Elantra N is still powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 275 horsepower—or up to 286 horsepower over short bursts with the special N Grin Shift mode engaged—paired to either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. For 2025, the Elantra N starts at $35,595 for the manual and $36,600 for the automatic. Read Our Review Kia EV4 Photo by: Brian Silvestro / Motor1 201 Horsepower Price: $39,000 (est.) Why We Love It: The EV4 is Kia's answer to the Tesla Model 3. Aimed directly at the affordable electric sedan space, it delivers a smooth, comfortable ride, adequate power, and competitive range. While its looks might not be for everyone, the EV4's button-rich interior is a lovely place to spend time, with nary a touch-capactive control to speak of. There's standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, of course, along with wireless phone charging and an optional eight-speaker Harmon Kardon stereo. When the EV4 goes on sale in the first quarter of 2026, it'll offer two battery pack sizes, with estimated ranges of 235 miles and 330 miles, respectively. No matter which battery you choose, it'll be paired to a single electric motor mounted up front, sending 201 horsepower and 208 pound-feet of torque to the wheels. We estimate a 0-60 time of around 7.5 seconds, while top speed is electronically limited to 105 mph. Read Our Review Kia K4 Photo by: Jeff Perez / Motor1 147 / 190 Horsepower Price: $23,165 Why We Love It: The new K4 is Kia's replacement for the aging Forte, and it's a worthy successor that's larger and more feature-packed than its predecessor. The K4 is a car that feels great a soon as you step inside, with a pair of displays and rows of physical controls. It has a bold design that's a nice alternative to the Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla. The standard engine is a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, but Kia also offers the model with its turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, making 190 horsepower. The GT-Line Turbo is the sportier option, but it starts at $29,265 compared to the entry-level K4 LX with the larger engine that costs $23,165. Read Our Review Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
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05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
SUVs vs Sedans: The Data Behind America's New Favorite Car
How SUVs Flattened the Sedan Dream In 2025, for every sedan sold in the U.S., nearly four SUVs rolled off the lot. That's not a marketing blip—it's a cultural shift that's been two decades in the making. Sedans once ruled the American cul-de-sac. Now they sit lonely in rental lots, gathering pollen and existential despair. Let's put it into drive: In 2005, sedans outsold SUVs by more than 2 to 1. In 2025, the inverse is true. The station wagon died in the '90s. The sedan? That funeral's happening now—in slow motion, with a premium sound system and 360° cameras. Looking at the data, if you are a geek like me, have you ever seen such a perfect crossover line chart? So what happened? Why did the sedan, once a symbol of mid-size American reason, lose its spot in the driveway? Let's break it down. 1. The View from Up Here: Visibility Wins Americans like seeing over traffic. Period. We're a nation of drive-thru pragmatists—if you can't see the menu board from the driver's seat, forget it. SUVs give you elevation, posture, and that tall-boy sense of control. Sedans? You're crouching. Behind a Sprinter van. In the rain. Sure, center of gravity matters on a twisty backroad. But for most people, the 'canyon' is a Costco parking lot, not the Pacific Coast Highway. SUVs ride higher and feel safer—even if crash data tells a more complex story. 2. Trunk Space Isn't Sexy—Cargo Room Is You ever tried stuffing a teenage hockey player, their gear, and a golden retriever into a Corolla? SUVs redefined what American families expect from their haulers. Fold-flat seats. Liftgates you can open with your foot. Room for a week's worth of road trip junk food and regret. Sedans had trunks. SUVs have zones. And automakers know it—look at the Ford Edge, Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V. These aren't niche vehicles. They're the Big Macs of the road. 3. Sedans Got Fancy, SUVs Got Cool Back in 2008, SUVs were still suburban-school-run boxes. Now they're sculpted, turbocharged, and optionally electrified. Meanwhile, sedans either went fleet-rental basic or luxury-snob awkward. That weird moment when your neighbor buys a $72,000 electric Lucid Air while you're still making payments on a '22 Civic? That's what killed the sedan. Crossovers like the Mazda CX-5 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 offer premium-feel without premium price tags. They look good next to your grill, your gym bag, and your life. Sedans now feel like the 'business casual' of transportation: polite, functional, uninspired. 4. Electric Future? SUVs Are Already There You want a Tesla Model 3? Cool. But what everyone else is ordering is a Tesla Model Y. Or a Mustang Mach-E. Or a Rivian R1S. The EV future is skipping the sedan—straight into crossover shape. It's packaging efficiency. Battery layout works better in taller frames. And again: cargo, clearance, command seating. Most automakers are leaning hard into this—because that's what sells. 5. Real Talk: Sedans Still Have a Pulse… Barely Toyota's still making Camrys. Honda's still moving Accords. But it's getting lonely. Even performance sedans are pivoting—see the Dodge Charger Daytona EV or BMW's slope-roofed M variants. The sedan isn't dead. It's just being slowly pushed into 'enthusiast only' territory. Like stick shifts. Or compact discs. Final Lap So here we are: a nation where the driveway kings wear hiking boots, not loafers. Sedans still have their devotees—folks who want refinement over road height, balance over bulk. But they're losing the numbers game. Fast. The real question? What happens when the SUV gets too big, too bloated, too… everything? Do we cycle back to the sedan? Or are we just one cupholder away from a full minivan revival? Don't laugh. We've seen that before. About the Author Brian Iselin View Profile
Motor 1
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Nissan Is Still Selling a Sedan It Stopped Making Two Years Ago
The rise of crossovers has taken its toll on sedans, but not everyone has been bitten by the SUV bug. Nissan currently has three sedans in its portfolio, but today we're discussing a fourth model, one that was discontinued some time ago. The last Maxima was assembled back in mid-2023, and yet it still appears in the latest sales chart. Two units were sold in the second quarter of 2025, with another 11 delivered in the previous quarter. As someone living in Europe, where automakers typically don't keep such large inventories, it's baffling to see a car still being sold as new two years after production ended. I can only imagine dealers are eager to get these off their lots to make room for shiny new SUVs your neighbors won't stop buying. In fact, Nissan is happy to report strong Q2 2025 sales for several crossovers: the Kicks rose by 29.9%, the Pathfinder jumped by 30.8%, and the Ariya surged by 43.6%. But sedans aren't giving up without a fight. The Versa surged 71.9% in the first half of the year, reaching 30,619 units. It raises the question of whether Nissan's rumored decision to discontinue the subcompact sedan makes sense. The Versa is allegedly set to be phased out after the 2025 model year. The larger Altima is also reportedly on the chopping block, according to the same Automotive News report. It's expected to be retired after the 2026 model year. In the meantime, demand in the first six months of 2025 rose by 3.7% to 62,107 units. What about the Sentra? It dipped by 3.9% to 85,523 units through June, but a new generation is just around the corner. Nissan has already teased the ninth-gen model ahead of an official reveal later this year. 2026 Nissan Sentra teaser Photo by: Nissan You can't buy an electric sedan from Nissan in the U.S., but China's N7 is off to a strong start. More than 20,000 orders were placed within six weeks of launch, and 10,000 units were delivered in just 45 days. No wonder it's doing well, with a starting price of only 119,900 yuan ($16,700). Even the range-topping version costs just 149,900 yuan ($21,000), a bargain for an EV roughly the size of the Volkswagen ID.7, another electric sedan not sold in the U.S. Catch Up With Nissan: The New Nissan Patrol Nismo Has More Power Than America's Armada The Base 2026 Nissan Leaf Doesn't Get The Cool Taillights Source: Nissan Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
