Hyundai Sonata
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata presents an excellent reliability profile with a top safety score.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 | 33 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.13 | 8.71 | — |
| 2025 | 23 | 32 | 27 | 10.23 | 7.35 | 8.71 | — |
| 2024 | 23 | 32 | 27 | 10.23 | 7.35 | 8.71 | — |
| 2023 | 23 | 33 | 27 | 10.23 | 7.13 | 8.71 | 27-32 mpg combined |
| 2022 | 23 | 33 | 27 | 10.23 | 7.13 | 8.71 | — |
| 2021 | 23 | 33 | 27 | 10.23 | 7.13 | 8.71 | — |
| 2020 | 27 | 37 | 31 | 8.71 | 6.36 | 7.59 | — |
| 2019 | 23 | 32 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.35 | 9.05 | — |
| 2018 | 23 | 32 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.35 | 9.05 | — |
| 2017 | 22 | 31 | 26 | 10.69 | 7.59 | 9.05 | — |
| 2016 | 22 | 31 | 26 | 10.69 | 7.59 | 9.05 | — |
| 2015 | 22 | 31 | 26 | 10.69 | 7.59 | 9.05 | — |
| 2014 | 21 | 31 | 24 | 11.2 | 7.59 | 9.8 | — |
| 2013 | 22 | 33 | 26 | 10.69 | 7.13 | 9.05 | — |
| 2012 | 22 | 33 | 26 | 10.69 | 7.13 | 9.05 | — |
| 2011 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 10.69 | 6.92 | 9.05 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 191-290 hp | 181-311 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2022 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | sedan | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | sedan | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | pricing | Trim | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | Trim: Limited | Limited | — |
| 2024 | Trim: Limited | Limited | — |
| 2023 | Trim: Limited | Limited | — |
| 2022 | Trim: SE | SE | — |
| 2021 | Trim: N Line | N Line | — |
| 2020 | Base price: $27,750, Trim: SEL | SEL | $27,750 |
| 2019 | Base price: $33,400, Trim: Hybrid SE | Hybrid SE | $33,400 |
| 2018 | Base price: $30,500, Trim: Limited (HEV) | Limited (HEV) | $30,500 |
| 2017 | Base price: $38,600, Trim: Plug-in Hybrid | Plug-in Hybrid | $38,600 |
| 2016 | Trim: PHEV | PHEV | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 441 | 15.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Standard | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Standard | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 453 | 16 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Standard | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 111.8, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 111.8 | 17 | 17 |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 453 | 16 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 111.8, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 111.8 | 16 | 16 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.4, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 110.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.4, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 110.4 | 16 | 16 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 110.4, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 110.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 462 | 16.3 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | 464 | 16.4 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | blindSpotIntervention | laneCenteringAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2026 HYUNDAI SONATA 4DR N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2023 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2022 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2021 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2020 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | — | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | — | — | optional | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2014 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2011 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD Latest Release | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Hyundai Sonata presents an excellent reliability profile with a top safety score.
2025
The 2025 Hyundai Sonata presents an average reliability picture, with early complaints focusing on vehicle speed control and service brakes that warrant careful inspection.
2024
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough inspection critical for used car shoppers.
2023
The 2023 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant concerns with its **engine** and **fuel/propulsion system**.
2022
The 2022 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with engine stalling and power loss.
2021
The 2021 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with its fuel system and powertrain.
2020
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant safety concerns with the fuel system.
2019
The 2019 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant engine oil consumption issues.
2018
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant and recurring engine issues.
2017
The 2017 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant concerns with its **steering** and **engine** systems.
2016
The 2016 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to a significant number of engine failures reported by owners.
2015
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to a high volume of engine-related complaints including stalling and power loss.
2014
The 2014 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant concerns surrounding its **engine** and **electrical system**.
2013
The 2013 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to widespread and severe complaints regarding **engine** failures and **steering** control issues.
2012
The 2012 Hyundai Sonata earns a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to significant engine failure concerns and widespread steering issues.
2011
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant issues with its steering system and a high volume of engine complaints.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Hyundai Sonata?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Sonata reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Hyundai Sonata presents an excellent reliability profile with a top safety score.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Hyundai Sonata reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Hyundai Sonata. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 hyundai sonata presents an excellent reliability profile with a top safety score. and the 2026 hyundai sonata offers strong value for used car shoppers prioritizing reliability and safety. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Hyundai Sonata?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2026.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints