DecodedCars2025 Hyundai Sonata
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 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
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 47 MPG combined — 87% better than the average 2025 large car (25.1 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.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 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), 87% better than the 2025 large car average of 25.1 MPG, for an estimated $1,450 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 28 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Sonata — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Sonata →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Asan, Chungcheong Province
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 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 | +87% | $1,450 | 188 |
| Sonata FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 38 / 32 | +27% | $2,100 | 281 |
| 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 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
| 2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
Similar 2025 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Hyundai Sonata (this car) | 47 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 Honda Civic | 49 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Honda Accord | 48 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Toyota Crown | 41 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Toyota Camry | 51 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra | 54 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Malibu | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Hyundai Sonata is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Hyundai Sonata buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Service Brakes — 6 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 5 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Electrical System — 5 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 38,000 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 2025 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 →