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2017 Hyundai Sonata

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Used Car Price Range
$10,495 - $15,995
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2017 Base 4dr Sedan
most popular
Price:   -  From $21,600
2017 SE 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $21,950
2017 ECO 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $23,125
2017 Sport 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $23,400
2017 Sonata Hybrid SE 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $26,000
2017 Sport 2.0T 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $26,600
2017 Limited 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $27,150
2017 Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $30,100
2017 Limited 2.0T 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $34,350
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Overview

Hyundai's battle-tested player in the midsize sedan segment, the Sonata competes head-to-head with some of the best-selling cars on the planet. If its enduring popularity is any indication, the Sonata belongs right up there with the best of its class.

What's New for 2017

The Sonata's trim levels and equipment bundles have been revised to cover more price territory.

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Choosing Your Hyundai Sonata

Every Sonata offers a spacious and quiet environment for five passengers. The trunk holds an above-average 16.2 cubic feet, and a split-folding rear seat comes standard.

Most models carry a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that's good for 185 horsepower. The Eco trim receives a 178-horsepower turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder that delivers 32 mpg in combined city and highway driving (versus 30 mpg with the 2.4-liter). At the top of lineup is a 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces a stout 245 horsepower. The 2.4-liter and 2-liter run with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the 1.6-liter gets a seven-speed unit.

What lies under the hood is determined by the trim level:

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Base

Gets the 2.4-liter engine and basic equipment like power window and locks, heated mirrors, Bluetooth phone, 16-inch alloy wheels, and a six-speaker sound system with satellite radio.

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Sport

Builds on the SE with 17-inch wheels, dual exhaust outlets with chrome tips, LED running lights, and more aggressive exterior trim. The interior gets leatherette upholstery and a power driver seat. The available Value Edition package (exclusive to this trim) gets you a partial leather interior with heated front seats, a sunroof, keyless ignition, and a hands-free trunk opener.

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Limited

Equipped like Sport with the Value Edition package (minus the sporty styling tweaks), but with a host of interior upgrades: full leather upholstery, a power passenger seat, heated rear seats, wood-like trim, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Outside are unique wheels and LED taillamps. For safety, there's blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

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Limited 2.0T

Comes completely loaded with everything available on the lesser models (except Sport-specific trim), plus ventilated front seats with driver memory, a panoramic sunroof, a heated steering wheel, rear window shades, a larger touchscreen, a nine speaker Infinity sound system, and automatic engine stop-start for enhanced efficiency. You also get a bundle of advanced safety feature, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, adaptive xenon headlamps with automatic high beams, and automatic pre-collision braking.

CarsDirect Tip

At $21,950, the popularly equipped SE is a clear bargain for this class. That's just $350 more than the austere base model. If you're looking for above-average performance or all the latest technology, we recommend going straight to the Limited 2.0T, where absolutely everything the Sonata has to offer is yours for just under $35,000.

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Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Mid-size sedan sales may be slowing, but the Sonata remains one of Hyundai's top sellers. Most recently redesigned in 2015, the Sonata is due for a significant refresh in model year 2018 that will bring its appearance in line with newer Hyundai models.

Pricing and Equipment

Prices for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata begin at $22,785 (including $835 for destination) for the SE trim. The 2017 Sonata is available in Eco ($23,960), Sport ($24,235), Sport 2.0T ($27,435), Limited ($27,985), and Limited 2.0T ($35,185) grades. Judging by the standard equipment, we're betting most owners won't look below the Sport trim, which includes:

  • Automatic headlights
  • LED daytime running lights
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Dual power-heated side mirrors
  • Chrome-tipped dual exhaust
  • 7-inch color audio display
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
  • Rearview camera
  • Bluetooth hands-free phone system

Hyundai's packaging system is generally slim, with only one (occasionally two per trim). In the Sport's case, owners can choose the $950 Value Edition Package, which adds a sunroof, heated sport seats with leather bolsters, push-button start, and a hands-free trunk. Option packages on higher trims include Tech and Ultimate package, bringing luxurious things like a touchscreen navigation system, bi-xenon headlights, adaptive cruise control, auto emergency braking, and an Infinity stereo.

Three engine choices are available with the 2017 Sonata:

The Sonata SE, Sport, and Limited use a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 185 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. Teamed with a six-speed automatic transmission, most Sonatas return 25 miles per gallon in the city and 36 mpg on the highway in EPA testing.

The Sonata Eco is the only model offering a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 178 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. Paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission, this model represents the most efficient a non-hybrid Sonata will get, returning 28 mpg city and 36 mpg on the highway.

The Sport 2.0T and Limited 2.0T models use a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 245 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Alongside a six-speed automatic transmission, these models feature a fuel economy rating of 22 city and 31 highway, according to the EPA.

The Sonata Hybrid and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid are listed separately.

Performance Pros

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  • The 2.0-liter turbo offers excellent performance, while torque steer – the undesirable tendency in high-powered front-drive vehicles for the engine's power to influence the steering under hard acceleration – is kept to a minimum.
  • Like most competitors, you can no longer find a Sonata with a V6 engine. The 2.0T offers V6-equivalent power, while the other two four-cylinder engines deliver satisfactory performance under most driving conditions.
  • The six-speed automatic transmission offers quick shifts when operated in manual mode. You have three drive mode choices available.

Performance Cons

  • You can no longer find a manual gearbox in the Hyundai Sonata. The automated manual doesn’t provide the same experience.
  • The Eco’s engine supplies fuel economy leadership among the trio of choices available. But the trade off is clear: overall performance seems weak and lag is noticeable.

Interior Pros

  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are standard equipment this year.
  • Our experts noted the cockpit's subdued, eye-pleasing theme. The Sonata's style is conservative, but it's a nice place to hang out.

Interior Cons

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  • Our experts found the woodgrain trim unconvincing, representing one of the few disappointments in the Hyundai Sonata.
  • In the all-important noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) category, the Sonata performs well, but it shares a weakness common to competing models: wind noise rises to more than a background whisper when approaching highway speeds.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

We found the Hyundai Sonata awash in storage bins, providing multiple places to stash your belongings. Add to that its generously sized 16.3 cubic foot trunk and your storage options are excellent. We also like that owners can drop the rear seats from inside the trunk, thanks to a pair of prominent levers.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

The previous generation Sonata set the design bar for the segment, but the current version blends in among midsize sedans. The Hyundai Sonata is still handsome, but it no longer supplies the design edge it once offered.

The Bottom Line

You won’t go wrong if you have the Hyundai Sonata on your shopping list. A well-equipped model is available for about $25,000, but you’ll pay at least $30,000 if you insist on all the bells and whistles (including the active safety goodies).

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.4L I-4 / 185 HP / 178 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd SHIFTRONIC w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
25 / 36 / 30 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.4L I-4 / 185 HP / 178 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
25 / 36 / 30 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
18.5 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$71
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
16.3 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
106 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
191.1 "
Exterior Width
73.4 "
Exterior Height
58.1 "
Front Headroom
40.4 "
Rear Headroom
38.0 "
Front Legroom
45.5 "
Rear Legroom
35.6 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
56.5 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,250 Lbs.
Wheel Base
110 "
Turning Radius
17.9 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
16.0 " Silver Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down Heated, Convex Spotter Driver
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Metal-look
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Yes Essentials Premium Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
6
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
3
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Major Components Months
120 Months / 100,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
84 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles

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