2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV
In comparing the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid's and the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid's and the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid is a better car than the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid loses 54.7 percent of its value and the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV loses 60.9 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid retains 6.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid’s base engine makes 202 horsepower, and the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV base engine makes 200 horsepower. The SONATA Plug-in Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 636 miles. The Bolt EV is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 238 miles.This gives the 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. The SONATA Plug-in Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Bolt EV uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear leg room and cargo space. The 2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.54731
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
15913 - 22964
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.608912
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Bolt EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.966666 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Rankings
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18 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2018 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Trim Levels
Base, Limited
2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Trim Levels
LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
202 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
276 foot-lbs @ 2330 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp
Torque:
266 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
37 / 42 / 39
MPGe:
99 / 100 / 99
Range (city/hwy):
564 / 636 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 110 / 119
Range (city/hwy):
238 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
60 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
50 hours (120V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
16.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3787 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3563 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
62.8 inches
Length:
164 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17