2019 Hyundai Sonata problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2019 Hyundai Sonata get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Hyundai Sonata at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 34 highway).

Q: How much is a 2019 Hyundai Sonata worth?

Comparable 2019 Hyundai Sonata listings run roughly $17,998–$23,990, typically around $20,996 (from 15 vehicles).

2019 Hyundai Sonata at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints150

Combined28 mpg

Typical price$20,996

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2019 Hyundai Sonata recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2019 Hyundai Sonata.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2019 Hyundai Sonata common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 150 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Lane Departure

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Visibility/wiper

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2019 Hyundai Sonata MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg

City25 mpg

Highway34 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,183

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2019 Hyundai Sonata worth?

Low

$17,998

Typical price

$20,996

High

$23,990

From 15 comparable 2019 Hyundai Sonata listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Hyundai Sonata costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,915

Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,300

Total$18,215

Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($20,996) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,676), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.