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Compare Hyundai Sonata Hybrid vs Volkswagen Passat

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
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$25,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.5
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Volkswagen Passat
2020 Volkswagen Passat
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$22,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Inline-4 Hybrid
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 40 MPG
Hwy: 46 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
13.3 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³

Photos

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
2018-2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Driver And Passenger Seats
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Rear Angle View
Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Inline-4 Hybrid
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
193 hp @ 1770 rpm
174 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
140 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
206 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.6 ft
36.4 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P205/65HR16
P215/55HR17
Rear Tire
P205/65HR16
P215/55HR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
42 MPG
27 MPG
City
40 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
46 MPG
34 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
4.2 Tons/yr
6.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
636 miles
425.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
731.4 miles
629 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
191.1 in
191.9 in
Height
57.9 in
58.5 in
Max Width
73.4 in
72.2 in
Front Width
63.5 in
62.1 in
Rear Width
63.8 in
61 in
Wheelbase
110.4 in
110.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.1 in
5.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
45.5 in
42.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.4 in
38.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
56.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.3 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.6 in
39.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.5 in
57 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
56.1 in
N/A

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,497 lbs
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
13.3 ft³
15.9 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Astral Blue, Late Availability
  • Cosmopolitan Red, Late Availability
  • Hyper White
  • Ion Silver
  • Metropolis Gray, Late Availability
  • Nocturne Black
  • Skyline Blue, Late Availability
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Reflex Silver Metallic
  • Tourmaline Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
Aurora Red Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Beige, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Gray, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Titan Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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