A sedan still makes a lot of sense in the south suburbs: lower running costs, easy parking near the Tinley Park Metra station, a quiet highway ride and handling that a tall SUV cannot match. Hyundai’s sedan family covers compact and midsize sizes with gas, hybrid and full-performance choices, and every one comes with Hyundai SmartSense driver assistance. At Watson Family Hyundai, 8101 W 159th St in Tinley Park, you can drive them back to back in a single visit.
Use the ladder below to see how the models stack up, then jump to the one that fits how you drive.
Every Hyundai sedan seats five. The differences come down to size, powertrain and personality.
| Model | Seats | Powertrain | Fits best if |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra | 5 (compact) | 2.0L gas; N Line has a 201-hp 1.6L turbo | You want an efficient, well-equipped first car or commuter |
| Elantra Hybrid | 5 (compact) | 1.6L hybrid, 139 hp combined | You drive a lot of stop-and-go miles and want the fewest fill-ups |
| Elantra N | 5 (compact) | 276-hp 2.0L turbo, manual or dual-clutch | You want a track-capable sedan you can drive every day |
| Sonata | 5 (midsize) | 191-hp 2.5L with available AWD; N Line has a 290-hp turbo | You want midsize room, available all-wheel drive or serious power |
| Sonata Hybrid | 5 (midsize) | 2.0L hybrid, 192 hp combined | You want a roomy sedan for long commutes with hybrid mileage |
| IONIQ 6 | 5 (midsize EV) | Battery electric | You want an electric sedan; new supply is limited, so ask first |
The practical compact: a generous back seat, a big trunk and a long standard-feature list. The N Line adds turbo punch and sport styling for drivers who want more fun on the commute.
The fuel-saver of the group. No charging cord required, and it does its best work in traffic on 159th Street and Harlem Avenue, where the electric motor does most of the work.
Hyundai’s performance sedan, with an electronic limited-slip differential, big brakes and a choice of six-speed manual or eight-speed dual-clutch. Budget for winter tires.
Midsize comfort for long I-80 and I-55 commutes. The SEL Sport offers HTRAC all-wheel drive, and the N Line turns the Sonata into a quick sport sedan.
The same spacious cabin with dramatically better mileage. The Limited trim is the most luxurious sedan Hyundai sells here, with a head-up display and Remote Smart Parking Assist.
Hyundai has ended the standard IONIQ 6 in the U.S. and plans to sell the performance IONIQ 6 N in limited numbers. Ask about remaining new cars or a pre-owned IONIQ 6.
A sedan’s lower roofline and center of gravity give it a planted, quiet feel on the highway, and its smaller frontal area helps fuel economy. Insurance and tire costs are often lower than for a comparable SUV, and a sedan’s enclosed trunk keeps groceries and laptops out of sight. If you mostly carry one to four people and do not need to haul furniture, a Hyundai sedan can save you real money over years of ownership.
Fit a set of winter tires and a front-drive Hyundai sedan will get you through the vast majority of snowy mornings in Tinley Park and Orland Park. Need more? The Sonata SEL Sport offers HTRAC all-wheel drive. Many trims add heated front seats, and Blue Link remote start on equipped vehicles lets you warm the cabin before you step outside.
Every Hyundai sedan includes Hyundai SmartSense, with automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping help; higher trims add adaptive cruise and Highway Driving Assist. Hyundai’s warranty includes powertrain coverage for 10 years or 100,000 miles and new vehicle limited coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles, with separate coverage for hybrid batteries; Hyundai sets the terms. When it is time for maintenance, schedule service online.
Choose a compact Elantra if you want the lowest running costs, the easiest parking and a lower entry point. It is the go-to first new car and a great commuter.
Choose a midsize Sonata if you regularly carry adults in back, drive long highway stretches, need AWD on the SEL Sport or want the punch of the 290-hp N Line.
Choose a hybrid of either if you drive many miles a week, especially in traffic. If you can charge at home, also look at our hybrid and EV lineup.
The Elantra Hybrid Blue leads with an EPA-estimated 54 mpg combined, according to Hyundai, followed by the Sonata Hybrid Blue at 51 combined. Other hybrid trims are rated a bit lower, and cold weather lowers real-world numbers for every car.
Yes. The Sonata SEL Sport offers HTRAC all-wheel drive. The other Elantra and Sonata versions are front-wheel drive, which works well in snow with proper winter tires.
Hyundai has stopped selling the standard IONIQ 6 in the U.S.; only the high-performance IONIQ 6 N is expected, and in small quantities. Call us to check for remaining new inventory, or look at pre-owned IONIQ 6 models and the IONIQ 5.
The Elantra is a favorite: efficient, easy to park, packed with standard safety tech and approachable to buy. A Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Elantra is another smart route. Our team will explain trims and ownership costs in plain language.
Think of the N Line as a commuter with extra spice and a forgiving ride. The Elantra N is built around performance, with firmer suspension, an e-LSD and summer tires. If you will never see a track, the N Line is often the better everyday fit.
Leasing suits drivers who like a new car every few years and drive predictable miles. Buying suits high-mileage drivers and those who keep cars a long time. Check current offers and we will compare both for you.
We work with a range of lenders and see many credit situations. Lenders set approval and terms, so try a Capital One pre-qualification or our online application and we will walk through realistic options with you.
Hyundai’s maintenance schedule for your specific model sets the interval, and many drivers simply pair rotations with oil changes. Regular rotations even out wear, which matters on salty, pothole-filled winter roads. Our service team can check tread depth and alignment at the same visit.
Our 159th Street showroom is an easy drive for sedan buyers from Tinley Park, Orland Park, Oak Forest, Mokena, Frankfort, Matteson, Lockport, Joliet, Naperville, Aurora, Downers Grove, Kankakee, Bourbonnais and Chicago. Get hours and directions, and check current hours before you come.
Tell us which models interest you and we will have them ready to drive.
8101 W 159th St
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Sales: 708-726-4119
Service: 708-742-7612
Parts: 708-773-6254
