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2019 Hyundai Sonata

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Class: Midsize Cars
Body styles: 4dr Sedan 2.0l, 4dr Sedan Essential, 4dr Sedan Hybrid Gl, 4dr Sedan Hybrid Gls/Limited
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 154–245 hp
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5
Fuel: Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best): 42 combined · 40 city / 46 hwy
Length: 191.3 in
Curb weight: 3,252–3,814 lb
NHTSA rating: ★★★★★
Recalls: 0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 42 MPG combined — 49% better than the average 2019 midsize car (28.1 MPG).
Strong performanceUp to 245 hp, versus about 174 hp for similar 2019 models.
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
No recalls so far

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Hyundai Sonata is a midsize car offered with 4 engines (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 191 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,616 lb (4dr Sedan 2.0l).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 42 MPG combined (40 city / 46 highway), 49% better than the 2019 midsize car average of 28.1 MPG, for an estimated $1,600 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 172 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

What changed for 2019

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 Sonata — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Sonata →

Trims, performance & features

Engine187 hp2.4L 4-cyl

Engine245 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl

Engine154 hp2.0L 4-cyl hybrid

Engine154 hp2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid

DriveFWD

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Eco Turbo, SESEL, Sport, Limited, Limited TurboHybrid SEPlug-In Hybrid

Safety & driver-assist features

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

Built in: Montgomery, Alabama · Asan, South Korea

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 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 2.0l	191.3 in	73.6 in	58.3 in	110.6 in	63 / 63 in	3,616 lb	61/39
4dr Sedan Essential	191.3 in	73.6 in	58.3 in	110.6 in	63.4 / 63.8 in	3,252 lb	61/39
4dr Sedan Hybrid Gl	191.3 in	73.6 in	58.3 in	110.6 in	63.4 / 63.8 in	3,494 lb	59/41
4dr Sedan Hybrid Gls/Limited	191.3 in	73.6 in	58.3 in	110.6 in	63.4 / 63.8 in	3,649 lb	59/41
4dr Sedan PHEV	191.3 in	73.6 in	58.3 in	110.6 in	63.4 / 63.8 in	3,814 lb	59/41
4dr Sedan Sport/Preferred/Luxury	191.3 in	73.6 in	58.3 in	110.6 in	63 / 63 in	3,466 lb	61/39

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 SE Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AM6)	Front-Wheel Drive	40 / 46 / 42	+49%	$1,600	212
Sonata Hybrid Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AM6)	Front-Wheel Drive	39 / 44 / 41	+46%	$1,650	217
Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AM6)	Front-Wheel Drive	37 / 42 / 39	+39%	$1,700	100
Sonata	1.6L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM7)	Front-Wheel Drive	28 / 37 / 31	+37%	$2,150	284
Sonata SE	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic (S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	26 / 35 / 29	+28%	$2,300	306
Sonata	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic (S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	25 / 33 / 28	+24%	$2,400	319
Sonata	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	Front-Wheel Drive	23 / 32 / 26	+15%	$2,600	342

10/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

10/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $6,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

28.1 MPG2019 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

Version	Overall	Frontal	Driver / passenger	Side	Side pole	Rollover	Rollover risk
2019 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	5★ / 5★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	10.5%

StandardElectronic stability control

Not availableForward collision warning

OptionalLane departure warning

Frontal crash test — 2019 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Side crash test — 2019 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2019 midsize cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2019 Hyundai Sonata (this car)	42 MPG	★★★★★	0
2019 Toyota Corolla	36 MPG	★★★★★	6
2019 Honda Accord	48 MPG	Not rated	6
2019 Chevrolet Impala	25 MPG	★★★★★	1
2019 Toyota Camry	52 MPG	★★★★★	7
2019 Nissan GT-R	18 MPG	Not rated	1
2019 Subaru Impreza	32 MPG	★★★★★	5

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata.

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Not every 2019 Hyundai Sonata is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

172Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

9Involved a crash

6Involved a fire

7Injuries reported

23,000 miTypical mileage at failure

Engine91

Unknown Or Other25

Exterior Lighting17

Fuel/Propulsion System17

Electrical System15

Power Train12

Air Bags10

Structure › Body7

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Hyundai Sonata buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
Engine — 91 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
Exterior Lighting — 17 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
Fuel/Propulsion System — 17 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 23,000 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 2019 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
2024 Sonata	47	193.3 in	★★★★★	1	56
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
2018 Sonata	42	191.3 in	★★★★★	2	384
2017 Sonata	42	191.3 in	★★★★★	5	880
2016 Sonata	41	191.3 in	Not rated	9	887
2015 Sonata	37	191.3 in	Not rated	12	1,207

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Hyundai. How we calculate this →