2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. 2012 Hyundai SONATA
In comparing the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid's and the 2012 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2012 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid's and the 2012 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a better car than the 2012 Hyundai SONATA.
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. 2012 Hyundai SONATA Pricing
A used 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid ranges from $8,444 to $17,581 while a used 2012 Hyundai SONATA is priced between $5,499 to $14,595.
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. 2012 Hyundai SONATA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid loses 45.4 percent of its value and the 2012 Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Hyundai SONATA retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid.
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. 2012 Hyundai SONATA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Camry Hybrid is 9.0 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Camry Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars and the Hyundai SONATA being ranked 6 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. 2012 Hyundai SONATA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Camry Hybrid is 9.0 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry Hybrid a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2012 Hyundai SONATA base engine makes 198 horsepower. The Camry Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 41 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 663 miles. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 648 miles. This gives the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Hyundai SONATA. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Hyundai SONATA, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room. The 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid and 2012 Hyundai SONATA are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid and the 2012 Hyundai SONATA have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8444 - 17581
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.45413
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5499 - 14595
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446811
Toyota Camry Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.999178 / 10
Reliability:
8.997535 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.139699 / 10
Reliability:
8.019096 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Camry Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, XLE
2012 Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
GLS, Limited, Limited 2.0T, SE, SE 2.0T
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
198 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
43 / 39 / 41
Range (city/hwy):
731 / 663 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 648 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
189.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3161 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
110 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16