2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. 2019 Nissan LEAF
When comparing the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid's and the 2019 Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2019 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid's and the 2019 Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. 2019 Nissan LEAF Pricing
A used 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid ranges from $18,459 to $27,237 while a used 2019 Nissan LEAF is priced between $14,993 to $24,792.
2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. 2019 Nissan LEAF Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid loses 54.7 percent of its value and the 2019 Nissan LEAF loses 65.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid retains 10.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Nissan LEAF.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid’s base engine makes 202 horsepower, and the 2019 Nissan LEAF base engine makes 147 horsepower. The SONATA Plug-in Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 637 miles. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 150 miles.This gives the 2019 Nissan LEAF the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. The SONATA Plug-in Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the LEAF uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and cargo space. The 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 Nissan LEAF 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:
18459 - 27237
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.54731
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14993 - 24792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Rankings
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17 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Trim Levels
Base, Limited
2019 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, S PLUS, SL, SL PLUS, SV, SV PLUS
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:
3 years
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:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 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 / 637 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:
124 / 99 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
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:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3781 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:
3433 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.4 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16