Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 62 recorded runs

Hyundai Sonata 0–60 Times

The Hyundai Sonata 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 62 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Hyundai Sonata is the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.00 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.60 seconds at 106.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Hyundai Sonata is the 1989 Hyundai Sonata GLS, which took 10.50 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.30 seconds at 78.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Hyundai Sonata tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.73 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.89 seconds at 89.83 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.00sec 2021 N Line · stock
Average 0–60 7.73sec Across 62 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.89sec @ 89.8 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 10.50sec 1989 GLS
2025 Hyundai Sonata

Across 62 verified runs, the Hyundai Sonata ranges from 5.00 to 10.50 seconds 0–60, with a 7.73-second average.

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Hyundai Sonata Performance Overview

Across 62 verified tests (61 production, 1 modified) spanning 1989 to 2025, the Hyundai Sonata traces a steady move from basic naturally aspirated family-sedan pace to modern turbocharged and hybrid performance. The Y2 generation opened with Mitsubishi-sourced 6G72 V6 power at 143 hp; a 1989 GLS needed 10.5 seconds to reach 60 mph, while the 1990 GLS V6 cut that to 9.9. By the EF years, V6 output had risen to 170 hp, and the 2002 GLS V6 posted 8.5 seconds.

The NF generation marked the first major step into genuinely quicker territory as output expanded to 175–249 hp; the 2006 LX V6 reached 60 mph in 6.6 seconds. Hyundai then broadened the Sonata’s performance mix in YF and LF form with naturally aspirated, turbocharged, hybrid, and later plug-in hybrid variants. The 2011 SE 2.0T lowered the benchmark to 6.1 seconds, while the 2015 Eco showed how smaller turbo power could still deliver a 6.7-second run.

Today’s DN8 generation covers 180 to 290 hp and combines gasoline and hybrid options. Its quickest version, the 2021 N Line at 5.0 seconds, also owns the model’s best quarter-mile at 13.6 seconds at 106 mph, placing the current Sonata at the top of its recorded performance range.

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Hyundai Sonata 0–60 Times by Generation: Y2 to DN8

6 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
DN8 2020–present 7.18s 5.00s — 2021 N Line 19 The DN8 generation (2020–present) averaged 7.18 seconds to 60 mph across 19 tests, led by the 2021 N Line at 5.00 seconds. Output ranged from 180 to 290 hp across 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L I-4 + Elec, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.62-kWh, 2.5L I-4, 2.5L Turbo I-4 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
LF 2015–2019 7.76s 6.70s — 2015 Eco 16 The LF generation (2015–2019) averaged 7.76 seconds to 60 mph across 16 tests, led by the 2015 Eco at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 177 to 245 hp across 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L I-4 + Elec, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 38-kW 1.6-kWh, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 9.8-kWh, 2.0L Turbo I-4, 2.4L I-4 configurations.
YF 2011–2014 7.72s 6.10s — 2011 SE 2.0T 13 The YF generation (2011–2014) averaged 7.72 seconds to 60 mph across 13 tests, led by the 2011 SE 2.0T at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 198 to 274 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4, 2.4L I-4, 2.4L I-4 + Elec 30-kW 1.4-kWh, 2.4L I-4 + Elec 35-kW 47-kWh configurations.
NF 2005–2010 7.44s 6.60s — 2006 LX V6 7 The NF generation (2005–2010) averaged 7.44 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2006 LX V6 at 6.60 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 249 hp across 2.4L I-4, 3.3L V6 configurations.
EF 1998–2004 9.05s 8.50s — 2002 GLS V6 4 The EF generation (1998–2004) averaged 9.05 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2002 GLS V6 at 8.50 seconds. Output was 170 hp across 2.5L V6, 2.7L V6 configurations.
Y2 1989–1993 10.20s 9.90s — 1990 GLS V6 2 The Y2 generation (1989–1993) averaged 10.20 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1990 GLS V6 at 9.90 seconds. Output was 143 hp across 2.4L I-4, 3.0L V6 configurations.
DN8 2020–present
Avg 0–60 7.18s
Fastest 5.00s
Tests 19
2021 N Line
The DN8 generation (2020–present) averaged 7.18 seconds to 60 mph across 19 tests, led by the 2021 N Line at 5.00 seconds. Output ranged from 180 to 290 hp across 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L I-4 + Elec, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.62-kWh, 2.5L I-4, 2.5L Turbo I-4 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
LF 2015–2019
Avg 0–60 7.76s
Fastest 6.70s
Tests 16
2015 Eco
The LF generation (2015–2019) averaged 7.76 seconds to 60 mph across 16 tests, led by the 2015 Eco at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 177 to 245 hp across 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L I-4 + Elec, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 38-kW 1.6-kWh, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 9.8-kWh, 2.0L Turbo I-4, 2.4L I-4 configurations.
YF 2011–2014
Avg 0–60 7.72s
Fastest 6.10s
Tests 13
2011 SE 2.0T
The YF generation (2011–2014) averaged 7.72 seconds to 60 mph across 13 tests, led by the 2011 SE 2.0T at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 198 to 274 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4, 2.4L I-4, 2.4L I-4 + Elec 30-kW 1.4-kWh, 2.4L I-4 + Elec 35-kW 47-kWh configurations.
NF 2005–2010
Avg 0–60 7.44s
Fastest 6.60s
Tests 7
2006 LX V6
The NF generation (2005–2010) averaged 7.44 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2006 LX V6 at 6.60 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 249 hp across 2.4L I-4, 3.3L V6 configurations.
EF 1998–2004
Avg 0–60 9.05s
Fastest 8.50s
Tests 4
2002 GLS V6
The EF generation (1998–2004) averaged 9.05 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2002 GLS V6 at 8.50 seconds. Output was 170 hp across 2.5L V6, 2.7L V6 configurations.
Y2 1989–1993
Avg 0–60 10.20s
Fastest 9.90s
Tests 2
1990 GLS V6
The Y2 generation (1989–1993) averaged 10.20 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1990 GLS V6 at 9.90 seconds. Output was 143 hp across 2.4L I-4, 3.0L V6 configurations.
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Hyundai Sonata 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

62 tests · 20 years

2025 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.80 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#27
2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
7.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Torque
139 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,599 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
44 C / 51 H / 37 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#27 of 62
2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

2024 Hyundai Sonata

6 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.22 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.43 sec
Recorded Tests 6
#04
2024 Hyundai Sonata N Line
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.00 sec
Trap Speed
103.0 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
311 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,623 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#4 of 62
2024 Hyundai Sonata N Line
#05
2024 Hyundai Sonata N Line
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 103.7 mph
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
103.7 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
311 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,623 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#5 of 62
2024 Hyundai Sonata N Line
#29
2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
44 C / 51 H / 39 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#29 of 62
2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
#33
2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL HTRAC
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 87.2 mph
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
87.2 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
191 hp
Torque
181 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,478 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#33 of 62
2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL HTRAC
#37
2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
44 C / 51 H / 42.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#37 of 62
2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
#49
2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
8.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 86.5 mph
0–60 mph
8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
86.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
44 C / 51 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#49 of 62
2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

2023 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#17
2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL Plus
7.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,347 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 37 H / 30 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#17 of 62
2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL Plus

2021 Hyundai Sonata

5 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.28 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.68 sec
Recorded Tests 5
#01
2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
5.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.60s ¼ mi @ 106.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.60 sec
Trap Speed
106.0 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
311 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,623 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 33 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#1 of 62
2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
#02
2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 104.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
104.0 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
311 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,623 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 33 H / 30 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#2 of 62
2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
#03
2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
5.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 103.5 mph
0–60 mph
5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.90 sec
Trap Speed
103.5 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
290 hp
Torque
311 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,623 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#3 of 62
2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
#30
2021 Hyundai Sonata 1.6T SEL Plus
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 87.5 mph
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
87.5 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,280 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 37 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#30 of 62
2021 Hyundai Sonata 1.6T SEL Plus
#40
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Torque
139 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,616 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
45 C / 51 H / 39 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#40 of 62
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

2020 Hyundai Sonata

6 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.83 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.98 sec
Recorded Tests 6
#20
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,232 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H / 31 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#20 of 62
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T
#22
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 90.1 mph
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
90.1 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,232 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H / 24.4 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#22 of 62
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T
#24
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 89.5 mph
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
89.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.62-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Torque
140 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,616 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
45 C / 51 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#24 of 62
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
#25
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,232 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#25 of 62
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T
#44
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T (prototype)
8.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.8 mph
0–60 mph
8.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.8 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
180 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,238 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#44 of 62
2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited 1.6T (prototype)
#54
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
8.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec 1.62-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
192 hp
Torque
140 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,616 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
45 C / 51 H / 48.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#54 of 62
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

2018 Hyundai Sonata

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.63 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#12
2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
245 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#12 of 62
2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
#18
2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
7.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 93.7 mph
0–60 mph
7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
93.7 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
245 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H / 28.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#18 of 62
2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
#23
2018 Hyundai Sonata SEL
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
178 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,327 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 35 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#23 of 62
2018 Hyundai Sonata SEL
#34
2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 87.7 mph
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
87.7 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
178 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,461 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 35 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#34 of 62
2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited

2017 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.00 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#28
2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
7.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec 9.8-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
202 hp
Torque
151 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,820 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.9 lbs/hp
MPGe EPA
38 C / 40 H / 35 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Plug in hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#28 of 62
2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Limited Blue Drive

2016 Hyundai Sonata

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.80 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.98 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#19
2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T
7.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
245 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,544 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#19 of 62
2016 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T
#26
2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.90s ¼ mi @ 88.9 mph
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.90 sec
Trap Speed
88.9 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
202 hp
Torque
271 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,825 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.9 lbs/hp
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Plug in hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#26 of 62
2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
#41
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec 38-kW 1.6-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
193 hp
Torque
140 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
39 C / 43 H / 34 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#41 of 62
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
#46
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
8.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 86.5 mph
0–60 mph
8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
86.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4 + Elec 38-kW 1.6-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
193 hp
Torque
140 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
39 C / 43 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#46 of 62
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Blue Drive

2015 Hyundai Sonata

7 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.01 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.26 sec
Recorded Tests 7
#11
2015 Hyundai Sonata Eco
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
177 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,219 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 30 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#11 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Eco
#31
2015 Hyundai Sonata Eco
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 89.4 mph
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
89.4 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
177 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,219 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#31 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Eco
#35
2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
178 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,477 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 37 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#35 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport
#38
2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
245 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,496 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#38 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T
#39
2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 88.4 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
88.4 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
245 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,496 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#39 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T
#47
2015 Hyundai Sonata Limited
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 86.7 mph
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
86.7 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
178 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,473 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 37 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#47 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Limited
#56
2015 Hyundai Sonata Limited
9.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.20s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.20 sec
Trap Speed
83.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
178 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,473 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 37 H / 29.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#56 of 62
2015 Hyundai Sonata Limited

2013 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.30 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#42
2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Blue Drive
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4 + Elec 35-kW 47-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
199 hp
Torque
154 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,640 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
36 C / 40 H / 33 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#42 of 62
2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Blue Drive

2012 Hyundai Sonata

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.70 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#08
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.90s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.90 sec
Trap Speed
97.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
274 hp
Torque
269 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,400 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 34 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#8 of 62
2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
#15
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 91.5 mph
0–60 mph
7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
91.5 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
274 hp
Torque
269 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,390 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 34 H / 23.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#15 of 62
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
#36
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
198 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,197 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 35 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#36 of 62
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE
#45
2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS
8.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 87.2 mph
0–60 mph
8.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
87.2 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
198 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,191 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 35 H / 27.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#45 of 62
2012 Hyundai Sonata GLS

2011 Hyundai Sonata

8 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.84 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.94 sec
Recorded Tests 8
#06
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.50 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
274 hp
Torque
269 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,454 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 33 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#6 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
#07
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
6.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.70s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.70 sec
Trap Speed
99.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
274 hp
Torque
269 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,454 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 33 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#7 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
#09
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.00s ¼ mi @ 94.7 mph
0–60 mph
6.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.00 sec
Trap Speed
94.7 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
274 hp
Torque
269 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,454 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#9 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T
#32
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
198 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,196 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 35 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#32 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE
#43
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 88.6 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
88.6 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
198 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,196 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 35 H / 22.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#43 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE
#55
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue Drive
9.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 84.2 mph
0–60 mph
9.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
84.2 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4 + Elec 30-kW 1.4-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
206 hp
Torque
193 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,482 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
34 C / 39 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#55 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue Drive
#58
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue Drive
9.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.10s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.10 sec
Trap Speed
83.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4 + Elec 30-kW 1.4-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
206 hp
Torque
193 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,482 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
34 C / 39 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#58 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue Drive
#59
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue Drive
9.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.10s ¼ mi @ 83.4 mph
0–60 mph
9.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.10 sec
Trap Speed
83.4 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4 + Elec 30-kW 1.4-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
206 hp
Torque
193 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,482 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
34 C / 39 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#59 of 62
2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue Drive

2009 Hyundai Sonata

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.13 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.27 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#14
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE V6
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
3.3L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
249 hp
Torque
229 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,508 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 29 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#14 of 62
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE V6
#51
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE
8.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 84.5 mph
0–60 mph
8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
84.5 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
175 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,457 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 32 H / 23.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#51 of 62
2009 Hyundai Sonata SE
#52
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
84.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
175 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,486 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 32 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#52 of 62
2009 Hyundai Sonata Limited

2006 Hyundai Sonata

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.93 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.40 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#10
2006 Hyundai Sonata LX V6
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
93.0 mph
Engine
3.3L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
235 hp
Torque
226 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,447 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 27 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#10 of 62
2006 Hyundai Sonata LX V6
#13
2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.20s ¼ mi @ 92.5 mph
0–60 mph
6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.20 sec
Trap Speed
92.5 mph
Engine
3.3L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
235 hp
Torque
226 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,450 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 27 H / 19.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#13 of 62
2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
#16
2006 Hyundai Sonata LX V6
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
3.3L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
235 hp
Torque
226 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,447 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 27 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#16 of 62
2006 Hyundai Sonata LX V6
#21
2006 Hyundai Sonata LX V6
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 91.1 mph
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
91.1 mph
Engine
3.3L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
235 hp
Torque
226 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,447 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 27 H / 19.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#21 of 62
2006 Hyundai Sonata LX V6

2003 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.60 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.70 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#50
2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
8.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.7L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
181 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 25 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#50 of 62
2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6

2002 Hyundai Sonata

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.65 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.55 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#48
2002 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
8.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.7L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
181 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,340 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 25 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#48 of 62
2002 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
#53
2002 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.7L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
181 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,340 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 25 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#53 of 62
2002 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6

2000 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 10.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#61
2000 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
10.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.50s ¼ mi @ 81.4 mph
0–60 mph
10.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.50 sec
Trap Speed
81.4 mph
Engine
2.5L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
181 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,310 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 25 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#61 of 62
2000 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6

1997 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 9.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.10 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#57
1997 Hyundai Sonata GL V-6
9.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.10s ¼ mi @ 81.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.10 sec
Trap Speed
81.0 mph
Engine
3.0L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,200 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 22 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#57 of 62
1997 Hyundai Sonata GL V-6

1990 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 9.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.20 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#60
1990 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6
9.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.20s ¼ mi @ 79.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.20 sec
Trap Speed
79.0 mph
Engine
3.0L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
143 hp
Torque
173 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,130 lbs
Power-to-Weight
21.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 22 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#60 of 62
1990 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6

1989 Hyundai Sonata

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 10.50 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.30 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#62
1989 Hyundai Sonata GLS
10.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.30s ¼ mi @ 78.0 mph
0–60 mph
10.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.30 sec
Trap Speed
78.0 mph
Engine
2.4L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
MPG EPA
18 C / 26 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#62 of 62
1989 Hyundai Sonata GLS

How we verify Hyundai Sonata performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Hyundai Sonata trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Hyundai Sonata 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Hyundai Sonata performance FAQs

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The 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited goes from 0 to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 15.8 seconds at 90 mph. That current-year result comes from a 192-hp, front-wheel-drive hybrid sedan configuration.
The quickest Hyundai Sonata on record is the 2021 Sonata N Line, which reaches 60 mph in 5.0 seconds. It also owns the model’s fastest quarter-mile result at 13.6 seconds with a 106 mph trap speed, making it the clear performance benchmark in the Sonata lineup.
The fastest stock Hyundai Sonata is the 2021 N Line at 5.0 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. Its run was recorded in stock form, so the quickest overall Sonata and the quickest stock Sonata are the same car in this case.
Across five verified Sonata N Line tests, the trim averages 5.3 seconds from 0 to 60 mph, with a best run of 5.0 seconds. That makes the N Line the quickest commonly tested Sonata trim and the strongest performer among modern production versions.
The DN8 Hyundai Sonata, covering the 2020-on generation, averages 7.13 seconds from 0 to 60 mph across 18 tests. Its quickest version is the 2021 N Line at 5.0 seconds. Power in this generation ranges from 180 to 290 hp, with hybrid, turbocharged, and naturally aspirated setups.
The fastest DN8 Sonata is the 2021 N Line, posting a 0-60 mph time of 5.0 seconds. Within the eighth-generation lineup, that is the quickest recorded acceleration result and a major improvement over the broader Sonata historical average of 7.73 seconds across all tests.
The YF Hyundai Sonata, sold from 2011 to 2014, averages 7.72 seconds from 0 to 60 mph across 13 tests. The quickest YF example is the 2011 SE 2.0T at 6.1 seconds, making it the performance high point of that generation.
The NF Hyundai Sonata, covering 2005 to 2010, averages 7.44 seconds from 0 to 60 mph across seven tests. Its fastest recorded trim is the 2006 LX V6 at 6.6 seconds, showing how much stronger the V6 models were than the slower early Sonata generations.
The Sonata N Line is much quicker. Across recorded tests, the N Line averages 5.3 seconds from 0 to 60 mph and has a best of 5.0 seconds. The Hybrid Limited averages 8.1 seconds, with a best run of 7.6 seconds, so the N Line holds a clear acceleration advantage.
Across 62 verified Hyundai Sonata tests, the model averages 7.73 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. Average quarter-mile performance is 15.89 seconds at 89.8 mph. Results range from a quickest 5.0-second run to a slowest 10.5-second run, depending on year, trim, and powertrain.
Across all 62 Hyundai Sonata tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.89 seconds at 89.8 mph. The quickest Sonata quarter-mile on record is the 2021 N Line at 13.6 seconds with a 106 mph trap speed, which matches its status as the fastest-accelerating Sonata overall.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Hyundai Sonata can do, not a single marketing claim.

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