DecodedCars2024 Hyundai Sonata
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD, 4dr Sedan FWD, 4dr Sedan FWD N-Line
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 47 combined · 44 city / 51 hwy
- Length
- 193.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,305–3,534 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 47 MPG combined — 88% better than the average 2024 large car (25 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 16 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Hyundai Sonata is a large car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 193 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,534 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 47 MPG combined (44 city / 51 highway), 88% better than the 2024 large car average of 25 MPG, for an estimated $1,450 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2024
- Engine dropped: 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
- Best combined MPG down from 52 to 47
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Sonata →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Asan, Chungcheong Province
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Sonata configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 193.3 in | 73.2 in | 56.7 in | 111.8 in | 63.4 / 63.8 in | 3,534 lb | |
| 4dr Sedan FWD | 193.3 in | 73.2 in | 56.7 in | 111.8 in | 63.4 / 63.8 in | 3,305 lb | 60/40 |
| 4dr Sedan FWD N-Line | 193.3 in | 73.2 in | 56.7 in | 111.8 in | 63.4 / 63.8 in | 3,466 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Hybrid Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 44 / 51 / 47 | +88% | $1,450 | 188 |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 36 / 29 | +16% | $2,300 | 305 |
| Sonata AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 28 | +12% | $2,400 | 316 |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 27 | +8% | $2,500 | 333 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
| 2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
Similar 2024 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Hyundai Sonata (this car) | 47 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2024 Honda Civic | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Honda Accord | 48 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2024 Toyota Crown | 41 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Toyota Camry | 52 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2024 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Dodge Charger | 308 mi | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (1)
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights · Aug 7, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V583000 · 38,331 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. The software for the brake lights may cause the brake lights to flash and not illuminate properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Flashing brake lights may cause confusion for other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the rear brake light software, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai will release the software update over-the-air (OTA). Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 267.
Not every 2024 Hyundai Sonata is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Hyundai Sonata buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 18 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 8 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Exterior Lighting — 8 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 15,395 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Hyundai Sonata. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Sonata years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Sonata | 51 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Sonata | 51 | 193.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 6 |
| 2025 Sonata | 47 | 193.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 28 |
| 2023 Sonata | 52 | 192.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 103 |
| 2022 Sonata | 52 | 192.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 114 |
| 2021 Sonata | 52 | 192.9 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 190 |
| 2020 Sonata | 52 | 192.9 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 198 |
| 2019 Sonata | 42 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 172 |
| 2018 Sonata | 42 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 384 |
| 2017 Sonata | 42 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 880 |
| 2016 Sonata | 41 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 9 | 887 |
| 2015 Sonata | 37 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 1,207 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Hyundai. How we calculate this →