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2015 Hyundai Sonata

Sedan · 2015–2027 · Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, Sonata Plug-in Hybrid

Trims and features

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SonataSonata Hybrid

What changed for 2015

First year we have trim data for.

2015 Sonata trims

EcoLimitedLimited 2.0TSESportSport 2.0T
Price
Starting MSRP$23,275$26,525$33,525$21,150$23,175$28,575
Powertrain
Engine1.6L Gamma Turbo GDI 4-cylinder2.4L Theta II GDI 4-cylinder2.0L Theta II Turbo GDI 4-cylinder2.4L Theta II GDI 4-cylinder2.4L Theta II GDI 4-cylinder2.0L Theta II Turbo GDI 4-cylinder
Horsepower178 hp185 hp245 hp185 hp185 hp245 hp
Torque195 lb-ft178 lb-ft260 lb-ft178 lb-ft178 lb-ft260 lb-ft
Transmission7-Speed EcoShift DCT with SHIFTRONIC6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC6-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC
Gears766666
Fuel economy (combined)32 mpg28 mpg26 mpg29 mpg28 mpg26 mpg
Size and capability
Seats555555
Trunk16.3 cu ft16.3 cu ft16.3 cu ft16.3 cu ft16.3 cu ft16.3 cu ft
Length191.1 in191.1 in191.1 in191.1 in191.1 in191.1 in
Tech
Touchscreen5 in + option5 in + option8 inOptional5 in + option5 in + option
Apple CarPlayOptionalOptional——OptionalOptional
Android AutoOptionalOptional——OptionalOptional
Digital gauge cluster3.5 in + option3.5 in + option4.2 in3.5 in3.5 in + option3.5 in + option
Audio—OptionalInfinity——Optional
Speakers6 + option7 + option—66 + option6 + option
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise control—OptionalAdaptive Cruise with Stop & Go——Optional
Lane keeping—OptionalLane Departure Warning——Optional
Blind-spot monitoringOptionalBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot Alert—OptionalBlind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency braking—OptionalForward Collision Warning——Optional
Rear cross-trafficOptionalRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic Alert—OptionalRear Cross-Traffic Alert
Parking sensors—OptionalRear——Optional
Comfort
SeatsCloth + optionLeatherLeatherClothCloth + optionLeather
Heated seatsOptionalFront, Second RowFront, Second Row—FrontFront + option
Ventilated seats—OptionalFront——Optional
Driver seat memory——Driver Seat———
Climate zonesOptional22—Optional2
Remote start—App-Based Remote StartApp-Based Remote Start——App-Based Remote Start
Exterior
Sunroof—OptionalPanoramic Moonroof——Optional
Wheels16 in17 in18 in16 in17 in18 in
Headlights—OptionalHID Projector——HID Projector
Packages and options (26)
EcoLimitedLimited 2.0TSESportSport 2.0T
Eco Technology Package $4,100Optional—————
Limited Technology Package $3,500—Optional————
Limited Ultimate Package $1,550—Optional————
SE Popular Equipment Package $1,200———Optional——
Sport 2.0T Ultimate Package $4,950—————Optional
Sport Premium Package $1,700————Optional—
Sport Technology Package $1,750————Optional—
Mud Guards $95OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Wheel Locks $55OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Net $50OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tray $115OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Carpeted Floor Mats $125OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Dark Truffle OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Lakeside Blue OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Nouveau Blue OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Phantom Black OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Quartz White OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Shale Gray OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Symphony Silver OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Urban Sunset OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Venetian Red OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Beige OptionalOptional—OptionalOptional—
Black ——Optional—OptionalOptional
Black / Orange —————Optional
Brown OptionalOptional————
Gray Optional—OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem press release, Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Apple lists CarPlay for: Sonata 2015–2025 (Apple).

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2027 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 4 DR HEV FWD5 NoNo 00
2027 HYUNDAI SONATA 4 DR ICE FWD5 NoNo 00
2027 HYUNDAI SONATA 4 DR ICE AWD5 NoNo 00
2026 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 4DR HEV FWD5 NoNo 13
2026 HYUNDAI SONATA 4DR N/A AWD5 NoNo 13
2026 HYUNDAI SONATA 4 DR N/A FWD5 NoNo 13
2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD5 StandardStandard 016
2025 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 016
2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 011
2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR AWD5 StandardStandard 04
2024 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 146
2024 Hyundai Sonata HEV 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 09
2023 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 287
2023 Hyundai Sonata HEV 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 015
2022 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 393
2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 019
2021 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 4134
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 055
2021 Hyundai Sonata N 4 DR FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 110
2020 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 4178
2020 Hyundai Sonata HEV 4 DR FWD5 StandardStandard 116
2019 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 NoOptional 0161
2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 OptionalOptional 05
2019 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWDNot Rated StandardStandard 05
2018 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 NoOptional 1373
2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 NoOptional 19
2018 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWDNot Rated NoOptional 10
2017 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 OptionalOptional 3764
2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 OptionalOptional 380
2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWDNot Rated OptionalOptional 232
2016 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 OptionalOptional 6723
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 OptionalOptional 5132
2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWDNot Rated OptionalOptional 6158
2015 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD5 OptionalOptional 91145
2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD5 NoNo 453

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2027Sonata AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2027Sonata FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 27–29
2027Sonata FWD w/Stop-StartAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 31
2027Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2027Sonata Hybrid BlueAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 51
2026Sonata AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 27
2026Sonata FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 27–29
2026Sonata FWD w/Stop-StartAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 32
2026Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2026Sonata Hybrid BlueAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 51
2025Sonata AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2025Sonata FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI		 27–32
2025Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2024Sonata AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2024Sonata FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 27–29
2024Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2023SonataAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI		 27–32
2023Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2023Sonata Hybrid BlueAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 52
2022SonataAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI		 27–32
2022Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2022Sonata Hybrid BlueAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 52
2021SonataAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI
Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI		 27–32
2021Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2021Sonata Hybrid BlueAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 52
2020SonataAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI		 31–32
2020Sonata HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 47
2020Sonata Hybrid BlueAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 52
2019SonataAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 26–31
2019Sonata HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 41
2019Sonata Hybrid SEAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 42
2019Sonata Plug-in HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 39
2019Sonata SEAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 29
2018SonataAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 26–31
2018Sonata HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 41
2018Sonata Hybrid SEAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 42
2018Sonata Plug-in HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 39
2018Sonata SEAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 29
2017SonataAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 26–31
2017Sonata HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 40
2017Sonata Hybrid SEAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 42
2017Sonata LimitedAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 24
2017Sonata Plug-in HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 39
2017Sonata Sport LimitedAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 28
2016SonataAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 26–31
2016Sonata HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 40
2016Sonata Hybrid SEAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 41
2016Sonata LimitedAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 24
2016Sonata Plug-in HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 40
2016Sonata Sport LimitedAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 28
2015SonataAuto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo		 26–31
2015Sonata HybridAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 37
2015Sonata Hybrid LimitedAuto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 37
2015Sonata LimitedAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 24
2015Sonata Sport LimitedAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 27

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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