2015 Hyundai Sonata review
Hyundai Sonata highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Roomy interior
- Quiet cabin
- Smooth ride
Cons
- Conservative style
- Standard tech features are rudimentary
- Less powerful standard engine
Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 31 highway, 25 combined
Pricing for current inventory
From $12,998 - $14,998*
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Classy midsize sedan
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata vehicle is available in six trims. This family-friendly midsize sedan is great for maximum comfort on road trips with roomy interiors that include heated seats for all. Drivers will also enjoy a quiet cabin, and a smooth ride while reaping the benefits of a turbocharged engine in some trims.
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What is new for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata?
- The Sonata is available in a variety of new trims, including the ECO and Sport.
- The GLS trim has been discontinued for 2015.
- Sonata trims have been upgraded with Rear Sunshade, Lane Departure Warning, Memory Seat(s), Panoramic Sunroof, Parking Sensors, Rear Seat Heaters, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Cruise Control, Heated Steering Wheel, Remote Start, and SiriusXM Trial Available features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SE trim now comes with Cloth Seats and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Hyundai Sonata
1. You’re looking to go further on a tank
One of the boast-worthy features of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata is its thrifty performance. If you have a long commute, you’ll love that the 1.6L model gets an EPA-estimated 36 mpg on the highway and 28 mpg for city driving.
This will help you go longer between fill-ups, making it a very practical car.2. Upgraded engine
The most noteworthy feature of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata is that it has the option of 1.6L, 2.0L, or 2.4L four-cylinder engines depending on the trim. These engine options mean it's easy to find something that fits your needs. The 2.4L four-cylinder, which has 185 hp and 178 pound-feet of torque, powers the SE, Sport, and Limited models. If you’re looking for maximum power, the Sport 2.0T comes with a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine, producing 245 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque.
3. Comfortable ride
If you’re looking to stretch out and enjoy the ride, you’ll find it easy to relax once inside the 2015 Sonata—even if you’ve been blessed with height. Front-row legroom in most of the trims is 45.5 inches and headroom is 40.4 inches. The backseat has 36.5 inches of legroom and 38 inches of headroom. This year’s model has an emphasis on comfort and thoughtful design with standard features that include multi-level heated driver's seat and passenger seats as well as multi-level heating for the rear seats.
4. Stylish interior
Drivers looking for a buttery-smooth ride will love the trims that feature black or brown leather interior. Leather accents throughout the interior—like the doors and steering wheel—give the 2015 Hyundai Sonata a sophisticated look. Driver features like dual illuminating vanity mirrors, storage pockets in abundance, and overhead storage make it easy to get “fixed up” before you step out of the vehicle.
5. Great cargo space
This midsized sedan is great if you’re looking for a roomy interior while seating five. You’ll get 16.3 cu-ft of cargo capacity while all the seats are up and in place. There’s an option of a split-folding rear seatback if you have large items to transport. Caregivers will appreciate child seat anchors, rear door child locks, and passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
60 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 38 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 15 |
| 3 Stars | 3 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 4 |
RepairPal gave the Hyundai Sonata an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Hyundai Sonata 9th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
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Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Automated Cruise Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Dimension Audio
- Infinity Sound System
- Lane Departure Warning
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- SiriusXM Trial Available
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
245
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
110.4"
Overall length
191.1"
Width
73.4"
Height
58.1"
Leg room
F 45.5"/R 35.6"
Head room
F 40.4"/R 38"
Front tires
P235/45VR18
Rear tires
P235/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Hyundai Sonata FAQ
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Sport: 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- Limited: 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- SE: 25 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- ECO: 28 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
The Hyundai Sonata received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Hyundai Sonata as 8 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2015 Hyundai Sonata has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Hyundai Sonata, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Hyundai Sonata Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Hyundai Sonata:
- ECO
- Sport
- Automated Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Memory Seat(s)
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