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Compare 2008 Hyundai Sonata specifications by trim levels

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Sonata is a 5-seat Sedan from Hyundai, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $17,670 to $24,170, the Hyundai Sonata faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Impala, Chrysler 200, Chrysler Sebring.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The Hyundai Sonata has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Hyundai Sonata boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 28 to 31 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 72.10mm x 188.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2008 Hyundai Sonata

  • Fuel Tank: 17.7 gal

  • Wheelbase: 107.4 in

  • MPG: 21 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9.6 sec

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3253 lbs

  • Tires: P215/60VR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 16.3 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 188.9 x 72.1 x 58



2008 Hyundai Sonata Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Hyundai Sonata is offered in 6 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Hyundai Sonata safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Hyundai Sonata specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 162 hp @ 5800 –
      234 hp @ 6000

    • Torque 164 lb-ft. –
      226 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.4 - 9.8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16 - 17.3 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 188.9 in

    • Width 72.1 in

    • Height 58 in

    • Wheelbase 107.4 in

    • Curb Weight 3253 lbs

    • GVWR 4301 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 105

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 17.7 gal

    • City 19 - 21 mpg

    • Combined 24 - 27 mpg

    • Highway 28 - 31 mpg

    • Highway range 495.6 - 548.7 mi



Specifications

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
188.90 in 188.90 in 188.90 in 188.90 in
Exterior body width
72.10 in 72.10 in 72.10 in 72.10 in
Exterior height
58.00 in 58.00 in 58.00 in 58.00 in
Horsepower
162 234 162 234
Torque
164 226 164 226
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg 19 mpg 21 mpg 19 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
31 mpg 28 mpg 31 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.60 seconds 7.50 seconds 9.60 seconds 7.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.30 seconds 16.10 seconds 17.30 seconds 16.00 seconds
1/4 mile speed
83 mph 83 mph – –
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 – –
Slalom speed
60 mph 60 mph – –
Bore-and-Stroke
3.46/3.82 " 3.62/3.30 " 3.46/3.82 " 3.62/3.30 "
Curb weight
3253.00 lbs 3253.00 lbs 3458.00 lbs –
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4301.00 lbs 4301.00 lbs 4521.00 lbs 4521.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
107.40 in 107.40 in 107.40 in 107.40 in
Front track
62.00 " 62.00 " 62.00 " 62.00 "
Rear track
61.40 " 61.40 " 61.40 " 61.40 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90 17.90 17.90
Front legroom
43.70 in 43.70 in 43.70 in 43.70 in
Rear legroom
37.40 in 37.40 in 37.40 in 37.40 in
Front headroom
40.10 in 40.10 in 40.10 in 40.10 in
Rear headroom
38.20 in 38.20 in 38.20 in 38.20 in
Front hip room
55.50 in 55.50 in 55.50 in 55.50 in
Rear hip room
55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in
Front shoulder room
57.40 in 57.40 in 57.40 in 57.40 in
Rear shoulder room
56.90 in 56.90 in 56.90 in 56.90 in
Luggage volume
16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
105 cu.ft. 105 cu.ft. 105 cu.ft. 105 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
17.70 gal. 17.70 gal. 17.70 gal. 17.70 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.32 0.32 0.32 0.32

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
188.90 in 188.90 in
Exterior body width
72.10 in 72.10 in
Exterior height
58.00 in 58.00 in
Horsepower
162 234
Torque
164 226
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg 19 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
30 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.80 seconds 7.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.20 seconds 16.00 seconds
1/4 mile speed
82 mph –
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 –
Slalom speed
60 mph –
Bore-and-Stroke
3.46/3.82 " 3.62/3.30 "
Curb weight
3266.00 lbs 3458.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4521.00 lbs 4521.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
107.40 in 107.40 in
Front track
62.00 " 62.00 "
Rear track
61.40 " 61.40 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90
Front legroom
43.70 in 43.70 in
Rear legroom
37.40 in 37.40 in
Front headroom
40.10 in 40.10 in
Rear headroom
38.20 in 38.20 in
Front hip room
55.50 in 55.50 in
Rear hip room
55.30 in 55.30 in
Front shoulder room
57.40 in 57.40 in
Rear shoulder room
56.90 in 56.90 in
Luggage volume
16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
16.30 cu.ft. 16.30 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
105 cu.ft. 105 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
17.70 gal. 17.70 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.32 0.32

Interior Features

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Air conditioning, front
2816 2816
12V DC power outlet
2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2

Exterior Features

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P215/60VR16.0 BSW AS P215/60VR16.0 BSW AS P215/55VR17.0 BSW performance AS P215/55VR17.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
16" steel 16" steel 17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Antenna
3396 3396
Door count
4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS
Wheels
17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Seats

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Front seat type
2989 2989
Standard seating
5 5

Entertainment System

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Speakers
6 6 6 6
Amplifier
240W 240W – –

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Radio
3152 3152
Speakers
7 7
Amplifier
360W premium 360W premium

Safety and Security Features

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Door curb lights
2 2 2 2

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Airbags, frontal
3214 3214
Door curb lights
2 2

Mechanical Features

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Axle ratio
3.44 3.33 3.44 3.33

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Engine
4757 4783
Axle ratio
3.77 3.33

Other Specs

GLS 4dr Sedan

GLS V6 4dr Sedan

SE 4dr Sedan

SE V6 4dr Sedan
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.

Limited 4dr Sedan

Limited V6 4dr Sedan
Horsepower rpm
5800 6000
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.