Hyundai Sonata
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Compare seven Sonata trims, from the 191-hp SE to the 51-mpg Blue hybrid and 290-hp N Line.

$27,450
Starting MSRP
27–51mpg
Combined MPG
191–290hp
Horsepower
All Wheel Drive / Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
15.6cu ft
Cargo volume
5
Seating
Review: 2026 Hyundai Sonata
By IFMG Editorial

Compare seven Sonata trims, from the 191-hp SE to the 51-mpg Blue hybrid and 290-hp N Line.

The 2026 Sonata splits into two distinct personalities. Base SE and SEL Sport trims run a 191-hp 2.5L I-4, while the N Line jumps to a turbocharged 2.5L making 290 hp and 311 lb-ft through an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. SEL Sport AWD adds all-wheel drive at a 27-mpg combined cost.

Hybrid variants (Blue, SEL, Limited) pair a 2.0L engine with electric assist for 192 hp, and the Blue trim reaches 51 mpg combined, best in the lineup. All configurations share 15.6 cu ft of cargo space and five-passenger seating, letting buyers prioritize efficiency or output without sacrificing practicality.

The verdict

Highs, lows & bottom line

Highs

  • Blue hybrid delivers exceptional highway fuel economy
  • N Line's turbo four and dual-clutch add real punch
  • AWD available for buyers wanting foul-weather grip

Lows

  • Hybrid trims pair with an older 6-speed, not a CVT
  • AWD only offered on gas SEL Sport, not hybrids
  • N Line's fuel economy drops well below other trims

Bottom line

The Sonata splits cleanly between efficiency and performance, with the Blue hybrid built for mileage and the N Line built for speed, leaving no single trim that does both.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The SE's naturally aspirated 2.5L I-4 makes 191 hp and 181 lb-ft, while the N Line's turbocharged 2.5L produces 290 hp and 311 lb-ft paired with an 8-speed N wet dual-clutch transmission instead of the SE's standard 8-speed automatic.
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