Hyundai Sonata vs Tesla Model 3
Overview | |
Years produced1989-Present | Years produced2017-Present |
MSRP$24,150 | MSRP$42,490 |
Listings9460 | Listings5326 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryDespite having the onerous task of competing against segment mainstays like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord—and combating waning consumer interest in midsize sedans—the Hyundai Sonata continues to play to its strengths. By offering tremendous value, exceptional quality, an outstanding warranty, and a surprisingly sporty N Line variant, the Sonata can more than hold its own against the segment favorites. | |
Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine425 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity82 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City145 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway128 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)11.7 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name425 hp Electric |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)11.7 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity82 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City145 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway128 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space24.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3120 lbs | Curb Weight4030 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.7 in |
Length192.9 in | Length185.8 in |
Width73.2 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase111.8 in | Wheelbase113.2 in |
Maximum Payload1234 lbs | Maximum Payload654 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1989-Present | 2017-Present |
MSRP | $24,150 | $42,490 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Despite having the onerous task of competing against segment mainstays like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord—and combating waning consumer interest in midsize sedans—the Hyundai Sonata continues to play to its strengths. By offering tremendous value, exceptional quality, an outstanding warranty, and a surprisingly sporty N Line variant, the Sonata can more than hold its own against the segment favorites. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 425 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 145 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 128 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 11.7 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 425 hp Electric |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 11.7 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 145 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 128 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 24.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3120 lbs | 4030 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.7 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 185.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 113.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1234 lbs | 654 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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