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# 2024 Hyundai Sonata Maintains Strong Safety Ratings in Latest Crash Tests
- URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/2024-hyundai-sonata-maintains-strong-safety-ratings-in-latest-crash-tests/
- Published: 2024-09-30T06:08:43.000Z
- Updated: 2024-09-30T06:08:43.000Z
- Description: The 2024 Hyundai Sonata maintains top IIHS safety ratings, scoring 'Good' in all crash tests. Improved side impact protection for 2024 models enhances its safety profile. With standard features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, it remains a top safety pick in midsize sedans.
- Author: Mehedi Hasan
- Tags: Car Questions, 2024, Hyundai, Hyundai Sonata, IIHS Safety Rating, car safety, Crash Test Rating, Crash Test, Hyundai Sedan, Australian Market, Road Safety, Safety

The 2024 Hyundai Sonata continues to demonstrate excellent safety performance, maintaining its strong ratings in the latest crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). With improvements in side impact protection for 2024 models, the Sonata reinforces its position as a safety leader in the midsize sedan segment.

## Overall Rating:

  - IIHS ratings apply to 2020-2024 models for most tests
  - Specific improvements noted for 2024 models in side impact protection

## Frontal Crash Test Results:

  - Driver-side small overlap: **Good**
  - Passenger-side small overlap: **Good**
  - Moderate overlap (original test): **Good**
  - Moderate overlap (updated test): **Good**

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/Screen-Shot-2024-09-30-at-11.45.05-AM-1.png)

## Side Impact Test:

  - Updated test for 2024 models: **Good**
  - Reinforcements added to B-pillar, door sill, and beams for improved protection

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/Screen-Shot-2024-09-30-at-11.45.23-AM-1.png)

## Specific Improvements:

  - 2024 models received structural enhancements for better side impact performance
  - These changes apply to vehicles manufactured after the updates (check certification label for manufacturing date)

## Safety Features:

  - Standard Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian detection
  - A comprehensive suite of driver assistance technologies

## Pros:

- Excellent performance across all crash test categories
- Specific improvements for side impact protection in 2024 models
- Consistent safety ratings across multiple model years

## Cons:

- Some slight concerns were noted in rear passenger protection in the updated moderate overlap test

## Final Comments:

The 2024 c Sonata's crash test results demonstrate Hyundai's commitment to continuous safety improvements. The vehicle's strong performance across various crash scenarios, coupled with its advanced safety features, makes it a top choice for safety-conscious buyers in the midsize sedan segment.

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/6160.jpg)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/6161.jpg)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/6162.jpg)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/6163.jpg)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/Screen-Shot-2024-09-30-at-11.45.05-AM.png)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/Screen-Shot-2024-09-30-at-11.45.14-AM.png)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/Screen-Shot-2024-09-30-at-11.45.23-AM.png)

![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/09/Screen-Shot-2024-09-30-at-11.44.56-AM-1.png)

## Ending Statement:

With its consistently high safety ratings and recent improvements in side impact protection, the 2024 Hyundai Sonata continues to be a standout option for those prioritizing safety in their vehicle choice. Its performance in IIHS tests underscores Hyundai's dedication to occupant protection and overall vehicle safety.

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