Hyundai Sonata MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Hyundai Sonata MPG for every model year from 1989 to 2027.
Sonata MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 174 configurations of the Sonata across gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Hybrid BlueHybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 47 | 56 | 51 | View |
| Sonata HybridHybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 44 | 51 | 47 | View |
| Sonata FWD w/Stop-Start | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 28 | 38 | 32 | View |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 25 | 36 | 29 | View |
| Sonata AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 24 | 33 | 27 | View |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S8) | FWD | 23 | 32 | 27 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
Sonata MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Sonata configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Sonata Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Sonata.
- 2011: The first hybrid Sonata shows up in the EPA data. Its 36 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 25 MPG.
- 2016: A plug-in hybrid version arrives, rated at 40 MPG combined when running on gas alone. The top combined rating rises to 41 MPG, up from 37 MPG the year before.
- 2020: The best combined rating jumps from 42 to 52 MPG.
- 2024: All-wheel drive becomes available. The best all-wheel drive version is rated at 28 MPG combined.
- 2026: The top combined rating rises to 51 MPG, up from 47 MPG the year before.
How the Sonata Compares
The EPA rated 16 large cars for 2026. The best Sonata version, at 51 MPG combined, ranks 1st of 16. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 51 MPG, with a median of 23. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyundai Sonata | 51 MPG |
| 2 | Honda Accord | 48 MPG |
| 2 | Honda Civic | 48 MPG |
| 4 | Acura Integra | 32 MPG |
| 5 | Kia K4 | 30 MPG |
What Does a Sonata Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Sonata, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Sonata MPG Questions
Which Sonata year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2020 to 2023 Sonata Hybrid Blue holds the top EPA rating at 52 MPG combined (50 city, 54 highway). Among 2026 models, the Sonata Hybrid Blue is rated at 51 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Sonata?
The 2020 to 2023 Sonata with the 2.5L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive is rated at 32 MPG combined (28 city, 38 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Sonata?
Yes. The 2026 Sonata lineup includes 4 gas-only versions, rated 27 to 32 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt Sonata fuel economy?
Yes, noticeably. On the 2027 Sonata, the best front-wheel drive version is rated at 31 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 26 MPG.
Why doesn't my Sonata match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 174 ratings for the Sonata from 1989 to 2027, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov