2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base
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The 2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base is a 193-hp inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,500 MSRP and is rated at 42 mpg combined.
It makes 193 horsepower. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 40 mpg city and 46 mpg highway (42 mpg combined).
The Sonata Hybrid measures 191.1 inches long on a 110.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,500 |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,385 |
| Destination Charge | $885 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Nu 2.0L GDI DOHC 16-valve inline-4 parallel hybrid; 38 kW (51 hp) interior permanent-magnet motor, 151 lb-ft; 270V lithium-ion polymer battery; total system 193 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Horsepower | 193 hp |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve with Dual-CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 81.0 x 97.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) hybrid |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| 1st Gear | 4.639 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.826 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.841 |
| 4th Gear | 1.386 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.772 |
| Reverse | 3.385 |
| Final Drive | 3.32 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 40 MPG |
| Highway | 46 MPG |
| Combined | 42 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut with High Performance Damper; 23.0 mm stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link; High Performance Damper; 17 mm stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted 12.0 in ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Power-assisted 11.2 in ventilated disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.5J Eco-spoke alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.5J Eco-spoke alloy |
| Tires Front | P205/65R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/65R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 191.1 in |
| Width | 73.4 in |
| Height | 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in |
| Front Track | 63.5 in |
| Rear Track | 63.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.3 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.5 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Hyundai SONATA HYBRID. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 6, 2021 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Consequence: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
NHTSA campaign 21V619000
9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Hyundai SONATA HYBRID
Owner Complaints
9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Hyundai SONATA HYBRID (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.