Hyundai Sonata MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Hyundai Sonata model year from 1989 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Sonata has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2016 (up to 40 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Hyundai Sonata fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $30,980 | 6,207 listings |
| 2025 | 27–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $22,777 | 1,950 listings |
| 2024 | 27–29 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | $23,726 | 684 listings |
| 2023 | 27–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $20,998 | 1,556 listings |
| 2022 | 27–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $20,351 | 644 listings |
| 2021 | 27–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $17,398 | 659 listings |
| 2020 | 31–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | $16,988 | 531 listings |
| 2019 | 26–39 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $14,268 | 673 listings |
| 2018 | 26–39 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $13,288 | 946 listings |
| 2017 | 24–39 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $11,627 | 486 listings |
| 2016 | 24–40 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $9,995 | 600 listings |
| 2015 | 24–31 MPG | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $9,995 | 661 listings |
| 2014 | 24–27 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 26–27 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 26–27 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 26–27 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 22–25 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 22–25 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 22–25 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 21–25 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 21–25 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 20–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 20–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 20–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 20–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 20–22 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 20–22 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 21–22 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1998 | 18–21 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1997 | 18–21 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 19–22 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 18–21 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 18–21 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 18–20 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1992 | 18–20 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1991 | 18–21 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1990 | 18–21 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1989 | 18–21 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2026 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2026 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 32 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $30,980 on VehiSales (6,207 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata FWD w/Stop-Start | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2025 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2025 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 32 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $22,777 on VehiSales (1,950 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2024 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2024 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 29 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $23,726 on VehiSales (684 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
2023 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2023 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 32 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $20,998 on VehiSales (1,556 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2022 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2022 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 32 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $20,351 on VehiSales (644 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2021 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2021 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 27 to 32 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $17,398 on VehiSales (659 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 30 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
2020 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2020 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 31 to 32 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $16,988 on VehiSales (531 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 36 | 31 MPG |
2019 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2019 Sonata was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 39 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $14,268 on VehiSales (673 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 37 | 42 | 39 MPG · 59 MPGe on electricity · 600 mi range |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata SE | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 26 | 35 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2018 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2018 Sonata was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 39 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $13,288 on VehiSales (946 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 37 | 42 | 39 MPG · 59 MPGe on electricity · 600 mi range |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 37 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata SE | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2017 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2017 Sonata was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 39 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $11,627 on VehiSales (486 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 38 | 40 | 39 MPG · 58 MPGe on electricity · 590 mi range |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata Sport Limited | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Sonata Limited | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
2016 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2016 Sonata was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 40 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $9,995 on VehiSales (600 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 38 | 41 | 40 MPG · 59 MPGe on electricity · 600 mi range |
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 MPG |
| Sonata Sport Limited | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Sonata Limited | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
2015 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2015 Sonata was EPA-rated in 5 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 31 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $9,995 on VehiSales (661 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 36 | 28 MPG |
| Sonata Sport Limited | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Sonata Limited | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
2014 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2014 Sonata was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 24 MPG |
2013 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2013 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2012 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2012 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2011 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2011 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 34 | 26 MPG |
2010 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2010 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 32 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
2009 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2009 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 32 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
2008 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2008 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2007 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2007 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
2006 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2006 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
2005 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2005 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2004 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2004 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2003 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2003 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2002 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2002 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2001 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2001 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2000 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 2000 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
1999 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1999 Sonata was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
1998 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1998 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1997 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1997 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1996 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1996 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
1995 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1995 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1994 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1994 Sonata was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata (Y-3) | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata (Y-3) | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata (Y-3) | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1993 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1993 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1992 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1992 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1991 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1991 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1990 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1990 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1989 Hyundai Sonata: engines & MPG
The 1989 Sonata was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Sonata | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Sonata | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Hyundai Sonata get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Sonata range from 20 to 40 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2016 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Hyundai Sonata have?
The 2026 Sonata was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl engines — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Hyundai Sonata require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
Is there a hybrid or electric Sonata?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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