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View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

  • <p>The 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line is the performance version of the new redesigned Sonata, which will go on sale in fall 2020 with a sizeable bump in power and more aggressive styling and chassis tuning. Read the full story <a href="https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a30167582/2021-hyundai-sonata-n-line-prototype-drive/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">here</a>.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    The 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line is the performance version of the new redesigned Sonata, which will go on sale in fall 2020 with a sizeable bump in power and more aggressive styling and chassis tuning. Read the full story here.

  • <p>The Sonata N-Line's turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four will make at least 290 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    The Sonata N-Line's turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four will make at least 290 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

  • <p>At 19 inches, the N-Line's standard wheels are an inch larger than you can get on lesser Sonatas.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    At 19 inches, the N-Line's standard wheels are an inch larger than you can get on lesser Sonatas.

  • <p>The N-Line prototype we drove was fitted with Continental ProContact 6 summer tires. An unnamed Pirelli all-season tire in the same size will be optional.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    The N-Line prototype we drove was fitted with Continental ProContact 6 summer tires. An unnamed Pirelli all-season tire in the same size will be optional.

  • <p>The N-Line has four exhaust tips instead of the regular Sonata's two.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    The N-Line has four exhaust tips instead of the regular Sonata's two.

  • <p>Improving the Sonata N-Line's steering responsiveness are a quicker ratio and the relocation of the electric assist motor from the column to the steering rack.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    Improving the Sonata N-Line's steering responsiveness are a quicker ratio and the relocation of the electric assist motor from the column to the steering rack.

  • <p>Hyundai promises there will be a launch-control system integrated into the N-Line's standard eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    Hyundai promises there will be a launch-control system integrated into the N-Line's standard eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

  • <p>The latest Sonata, the N-Line included, is not available with all-wheel drive.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    The latest Sonata, the N-Line included, is not available with all-wheel drive.

  • <p>While the prototype we drove was draped in camouflage, we expect the Sonata N-Line to wear more aggressive body addenda, including a deeper front fascia.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    While the prototype we drove was draped in camouflage, we expect the Sonata N-Line to wear more aggressive body addenda, including a deeper front fascia.

  • <p>The N-Line's interior highlights will include supportive sport seats and lots of red contrast stitching.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    The N-Line's interior highlights will include supportive sport seats and lots of red contrast stitching.

  • <p>Similar to Toyota's new Camry TRD, the Sonata N-Line is the result of Hyundai's effort to make its conventional family sedan more interesting and appealing in the face of ever-greater competition from SUVs and crossovers.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    Similar to Toyota's new Camry TRD, the Sonata N-Line is the result of Hyundai's effort to make its conventional family sedan more interesting and appealing in the face of ever-greater competition from SUVs and crossovers.

  • <p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

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    View Photos of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line Prototype

    2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype

<p>The 2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line is the performance version of the new redesigned Sonata, which will go on sale in fall 2020 with a sizeable bump in power and more aggressive styling and chassis tuning. Read the full story <a href="https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a30167582/2021-hyundai-sonata-n-line-prototype-drive/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">here</a>.</p>
<p>The Sonata N-Line's turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four will make at least 290 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.</p>
<p>At 19 inches, the N-Line's standard wheels are an inch larger than you can get on lesser Sonatas.</p>
<p>The N-Line prototype we drove was fitted with Continental ProContact 6 summer tires. An unnamed Pirelli all-season tire in the same size will be optional.</p>
<p>The N-Line has four exhaust tips instead of the regular Sonata's two.</p>
<p>Improving the Sonata N-Line's steering responsiveness are a quicker ratio and the relocation of the electric assist motor from the column to the steering rack.</p>
<p>Hyundai promises there will be a launch-control system integrated into the N-Line's standard eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.</p>
<p>The latest Sonata, the N-Line included, is not available with all-wheel drive.</p>
<p>While the prototype we drove was draped in camouflage, we expect the Sonata N-Line to wear more aggressive body addenda, including a deeper front fascia.</p>
<p>The N-Line's interior highlights will include supportive sport seats and lots of red contrast stitching.</p>
<p>Similar to Toyota's new Camry TRD, the Sonata N-Line is the result of Hyundai's effort to make its conventional family sedan more interesting and appealing in the face of ever-greater competition from SUVs and crossovers.</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
<p>2021 Hyundai Sonata N-Line prototype</p>
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While still in prototype form, Hyundai's N-Line family sedan will bring a boost in power and a more athletic demeanor when it goes on sale later next year.

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