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The 2026 Sonata pairs a genuinely quick N Line with two hybrid options that clear 45 mpg, giving shoppers a wider spread of choices than most midsize sedans offer under one nameplate.
The Sonata ranges from $27,450 (SE) to $38,250 (Limited) across 7 trims.
The Sonata ranges from $27,450 (SE) to $38,250 (Limited) across 7 trims. Prices are starting MSRP and exclude taxes and fees.
The Sonata comes in 7 trims: SE, SEL Sport FWD, Blue, SEL Sport AWD, SEL, N Line, Limited.
The Sonata is offered in 7 trims (SE, SEL Sport FWD, Blue, SEL Sport AWD, SEL, N Line, Limited). Higher trims layer on equipment and features; see the trim comparison for exactly what each one adds.
The Blue at $29,200 is hard to beat for cost-conscious buyers — it's a hybrid with 51 combined MPG, priced almost identically to the gas-only SEL Sport FWD ($29,150) that returns only 29 combined MPG.
The Blue at $29,200 is hard to beat for cost-conscious buyers — it's a hybrid with 51 combined MPG, priced almost identically to the gas-only SEL Sport FWD ($29,150) that returns only 29 combined MPG. Unless you specifically want AWD or sport styling, the Blue's fuel savings make it the shrewder long-term buy.
The N Line's turbocharged I-4 produces 290 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque — significantly more than the 191 hp in the standard gas trims or the 192 hp in the hybrids — and pairs it with an 8-speed N Wet Dual-Clutch transmission rather than a conventional automatic.
The N Line's turbocharged I-4 produces 290 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque — significantly more than the 191 hp in the standard gas trims or the 192 hp in the hybrids — and pairs it with an 8-speed N Wet Dual-Clutch transmission rather than a conventional automatic. The trade-off is fuel economy: 27 combined MPG, on par with the SEL Sport AWD and well below any hybrid trim.
Both share the same 191-hp I-4 and 8-speed automatic, but the AWD version adds all-wheel drive for $1,500 more ($30,650 vs.
Both share the same 191-hp I-4 and 8-speed automatic, but the AWD version adds all-wheel drive for $1,500 more ($30,650 vs. $29,150) and gives up a few MPG — 27 combined versus 29. If you're in a snowy climate, the AWD premium is reasonable; otherwise the FWD version is the more efficient choice.
16-inch wheels is available on the SE, Blue.
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car. Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably. 16-inch wheels is available on the SE, Blue.
17-inch wheels is available on the SEL, Limited.
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car. Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably. 17-inch wheels is available on the SEL, Limited.
18-inch wheels is available on the SEL Sport FWD, SEL Sport AWD.
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car. Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably. 18-inch wheels is available on the SEL Sport FWD, SEL Sport AWD.
191 horsepower is available on the SE, SEL Sport FWD, SEL Sport AWD.
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce. More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration. 191 horsepower is available on the SE, SEL Sport FWD, SEL Sport AWD.
192 horsepower is available on the Blue, SEL, Limited.
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce. More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration. 192 horsepower is available on the Blue, SEL, Limited.
290 horsepower is available on the N Line.
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce. More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration. 290 horsepower is available on the N Line.
Yes — a hybrid-electric powertrain is available on the Blue, SEL, Limited.
Pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery that recharges as you drive — no plugging in. Hybrids typically use noticeably less fuel than a comparable gas-only engine, especially in city driving.
The Blue, SEL, and Limited are gasoline-electric hybrids; the SE, SEL Sport FWD, SEL Sport AWD, and N Line run on gasoline only.
The Blue, SEL, and Limited are gasoline-electric hybrids; the SE, SEL Sport FWD, SEL Sport AWD, and N Line run on gasoline only. That split matters more than trim level alone — the hybrids return dramatically better fuel economy while the gas trims include the performance-focused N Line.
Both share the same hybrid powertrain, drivetrain, and 44/51/47 MPG ratings — the difference is content and price ($32,450 vs.
Both share the same hybrid powertrain, drivetrain, and 44/51/47 MPG ratings — the difference is content and price ($32,450 vs. $38,250). The Limited is the top-of-the-line trim, so shoppers paying the premium are buying features and finishes, not a different powertrain.
Hybrid-Electric Powertrain is available on the Blue, SEL, Limited.
Pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery that recharges as you drive — no plugging in. Hybrids typically use noticeably less fuel than a comparable gas-only engine, especially in city driving. Hybrid-Electric Powertrain is available on the Blue, SEL, Limited.
Yes — the Blue hybrid leads the lineup at 47 city / 56 highway / 51 combined MPG, and both the SEL and Limited hybrids return 44/51/47 MPG.
Yes — the Blue hybrid leads the lineup at 47 city / 56 highway / 51 combined MPG, and both the SEL and Limited hybrids return 44/51/47 MPG. Those figures put the Sonata hybrid squarely in contention with the Toyota Camry hybrid and well ahead of rivals like the Nissan Altima or Kia K5 on efficiency.
Yes — 104.4 cu-ft passenger volume is standard on every Sonata trim.
The total interior space measured for passengers. More passenger volume means more room to stretch out, front and back. Yes — 104.4 cu-ft passenger volume is standard on every Sonata trim.
Yes — Seating for 5 is standard on every Sonata trim.
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat. It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably. Yes — Seating for 5 is standard on every Sonata trim.
Every Sonata trim carries 15.
Every Sonata trim carries 15.6 cubic feet of trunk space, which is competitive for the class and sufficient for typical family use — groceries, luggage for a weekend trip, or golf bags. No trim offers more or less; it's a fixed figure across the entire lineup.
Yes — 15.6 cu-ft of cargo space is standard on every Sonata trim.
How much the trunk holds with the rear seats up. It sets how much luggage, gear, or groceries you can carry. Yes — 15.6 cu-ft of cargo space is standard on every Sonata trim.
There is 1 recall campaign on record for the Sonata.
There is 1 recall campaign on record for the Sonata. Recall data comes from NHTSA; check the recall center for the latest campaigns and remedies.
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