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Compare Hyundai Sonata vs Pontiac G8

Hyundai Sonata
2024 Hyundai Sonata
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$28,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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2009 Pontiac G8
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$28,250
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
3.6L V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 17 MPG
Hwy: 25 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
16 ft³
Trunk Volume
17.5 ft³

Photos

Hyundai Sonata
2024 Hyundai Sonata Side View
2024 Hyundai Sonata Interior Overview
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Rear Angle View
Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
3.6L V6 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
256 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
248 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,120 lbs
3,885 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
32 MPG
20 MPG
City
28 MPG
17 MPG
Highway
38 MPG
25 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.6 Tons/yr
N/A
EPA rating
N/A
5

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
19 gallons
Cruising Range City
414.4 miles
323 miles
Cruising Range Highway
562.4 miles
475 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
192.9 in
196.1 in
Height
56.9 in
57.7 in
Max Width
73.2 in
74.8 in
Front Width
64.3 in
62.7 in
Rear Width
64.6 in
63.3 in
Wheelbase
111.8 in
114.8 in
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
46.1 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
38.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
59.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.6 in
56.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.8 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.4 in
38 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.1 in
59.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.4 in
58 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
16 ft³
17.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.9 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Performance
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Performance

Tires

Front Tire
P205/65HR16
P245/45R18
Rear Tire
P205/65HR16
P245/45R18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Carbon Blue, Late availability.
  • Curated Silver, Late availability.
  • Hampton Gray
  • Onyx Black
  • Portofino Gray
  • Ultimate Red, Late availability.
N/A

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Hyper White
  • Serenity White
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Dark Gray, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Onyx, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Onyx, Premium Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Not Available
Optional

Interior Trim

Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Not Available
Standard
A/C
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Optional
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

ABS
Not Available
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard

Airbags

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
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