2018 Toyota Camry vs. 2018 Hyundai SONATA
When we compare the 2018 Toyota Camry's and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Toyota Camry's and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Toyota Camry is a better car than the 2018 Hyundai SONATA.
2018 Toyota Camry vs. 2018 Hyundai SONATA Pricing
A used 2018 Toyota Camry ranges from $16,244 to $27,609 while a used 2018 Hyundai SONATA is priced between $12,491 to $21,996.
2018 Toyota Camry vs. 2018 Hyundai SONATA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Toyota Camry loses 40.7 percent of its value and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Toyota Camry retains 4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Hyundai SONATA.
2018 Toyota Camry vs. 2018 Hyundai SONATA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Camry 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 being ranked 2 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Hyundai SONATA being ranked 8 out of 13.
2018 Toyota Camry vs. 2018 Hyundai SONATA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Camry is 9.0 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Toyota Camry’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 595 miles. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles.This gives the 2018 Toyota Camry the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2018 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2018 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the area of rear leg room. The 2018 Toyota Camry and 2018 Hyundai SONATA are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Toyota Camry and the 2018 Hyundai SONATA have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,244 - $27,609
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$12,491 - $21,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.7%
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Camry Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
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2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
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8 out of / 8Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Toyota Camry Trim Levels
L, LE, SE, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
2018 Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
Eco, Limited, Limited 2.0T, Limited 2.0T+, SE, SEL, SEL+, Sport, Sport 2.0T, Sport+
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:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 41 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
421 / 595 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 666 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
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:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3241 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
