Compare 2021 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 $23,600 to $33,850, the Hyundai Sonata faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Impala, Chrysler 200, Chrysler Sebring.
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 33 to 38 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 73.20mm x 192.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2021 Hyundai Sonata
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Fuel Tank: 14.8 gal
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Wheelbase: 111.8 in
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MPG: 28 city/38 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.9 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.3 in
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Engine: 2.5L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 3120 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 192.9 x 73.2 x 56.9
2021 Hyundai Sonata Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Hyundai Sonata is offered in 5 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
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 2.5L I-4,1.6L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 180 hp @ 1933 –
290 hp @ 1966 -
Torque 181 lb-ft. @ 4,000 –
311 lb-ft. @ N/A -
Transmission 8-spd w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.9 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.1 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 192.9 in
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Width 73.2 in
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Height 56.9 in
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Wheelbase 111.8 in
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Curb Weight 3120 lbs
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GVWR 4354 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.3 in
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Turning radius 17.9 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 16 ft
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Cargo capacity 16 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.8 - 15.9 gal
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City 23 - 28 mpg
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Combined 29 - 34 mpg
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Highway 33 - 38 mpg
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Highway range 488.4 - 588.3 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 60/60,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 192.9 in | 192.9 in | 192.9 in | 192.9 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 73.2 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 56.9 in | 56.9 in | 56.9 in | 56.9 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 191 hp | 191 hp | 180 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 181 lb-ft. | 181 lb-ft. | 195 lb-ft. | 311 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3120 lbs | 3192 lbs | 3230 lbs | 3552 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4354 lbs | 4354 lbs | 4354 lbs | 4564 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 111.8 in | 111.8 in | 111.8 in | 111.8 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 46.1 in | 46.1 in | 46.1 in | 46.1 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 37 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 58 in | 58 in | 58 in | 58 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 14.8 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 14.8 gal. |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length |
| 192.9 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 73.2 in |
| Exterior height |
| 56.9 in |
| Horsepower |
| 180 hp |
| Torque |
| 195 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight |
| 3336 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4354 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 111.8 in |
| Turning radius |
| 17.9 '' |
| Ground clearance |
| 5.3 in |
| Front legroom |
| 46.1 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 34.8 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 37 in |
| Front hip room |
| 55 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 54 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 58 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 56 in |
| Fuel tank |
| 15.9 gal. |
Interior Features
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini | mini | mini | mini |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | proximity | proximity | proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
| Auxiliary visors | |||
| dual | dual | dual | dual |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone automatic |
| Clock |
| in-dash |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 1 |
| Overhead console |
| mini |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| digital/analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release |
| power |
| Remote trunk release |
| proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 1 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather/metal-look |
| Auxiliary visors |
| dual |
Exterior Features
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| chrome | black | black | black |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | – | – | – |
| Wheels | |||
| 16 silver aluminum | 17 silver aluminum | 19 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 19 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna |
| window grid |
| Body material |
| fully galvanized steel |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| black |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| trunk |
| Tinted windows |
| light |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| dual power remote w/tilt down |
| Sunroof |
| 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Wheels |
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact steel |
Seats
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | sport bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | driver | driver | – |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - adjustable | 3 - fixed |
| Seat trim | |||
| premium cloth | premium cloth | Dinamica simulated suede/leatherette | Nappa/Dinamica simulated suede/leather |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 6-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver |
| Front armrests |
| center |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints |
| 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
| Cooled front seats |
| driver and passenger |
Entertainment System
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| AM/FM/HD, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Speakers | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 12 Bose |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Speakers |
| 12 Bose |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 2 |
Safety and Security Features
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob and smart device | keyfob and smart device |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Airbags, knee protection | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Lane departure warning | |||
| Lane Keeping Assist | Lane Keeping Assist | Lane Keeping Assist | Lane Keeping Assist |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
| Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription) | Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription) | Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription) | – |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob and smart device |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
| Airbags, knee protection |
| driver |
| Lane departure warning |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
| Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription) |
Mechanical Features
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | regular | sport |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | |||
| SHIFTRONIC | SHIFTRONIC | SHIFTRONIC | SHIFTRONIC |
| Transmission | |||
| 8-spd w/OD | 8-spd w/OD | 8-spd w/OD | 8-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.20 | 3.20 | 3.37 | 2.99 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | – | – |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Engine |
| 1.6L I-4 |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| front-wheel |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning |
| regular |
| Front suspension type |
| strut |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| multi-link |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Sequential shift control |
| SHIFTRONIC |
| Transmission |
| 8-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.37 |
| Turbocharger |
| intercooled turbo |
Other Specs
SE 4dr Sedan |
SEL 4dr Sedan |
SEL Plus 4dr Sedan |
N Line 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. | 16.0 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 1.6 liters | 2.5 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,100 | 6,100 | 5,500 | – |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,000 | 4,000 | 1,500 | – |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 28 City / 38 Hwy | 27 City / 37 Hwy | 27 City / 37 Hwy | 23 City / 33 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 84/unlimited | 84/unlimited | 84/unlimited | 84/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS | P245/40WR19.0 BSW AS | P245/40WR19.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Limited 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity |
| 16.0 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity |
| 16.0 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size |
| 1.6 liters |
| Base engine type |
| I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 5,500 |
| Torque rpm |
| 1,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates |
| 27 City / 37 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts |
| front |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
| 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
| 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
| 84/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
| 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Tires |
| P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |
