2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla
In comparing the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's and the 2020 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's and the 2020 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Toyota Corolla is a better car than the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Pricing
A used 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid ranges from $20,621 to $30,553 while a used 2020 Toyota Corolla is priced between $16,453 to $24,990.
2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid loses 51.8 percent of its value and the 2020 Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Toyota Corolla retains 19 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is 8.3 out of 10 while the Toyota Corolla's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars and the Toyota Corolla being ranked 3 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is 7.9 out of 10. For the Toyota Corolla the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Corolla a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid’s base engine makes 192 horsepower, and the 2020 Toyota Corolla base engine makes 139 horsepower. The SONATA Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Toyota Corolla. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2020 Toyota Corolla, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid and the 2020 Toyota Corolla have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
20621 - 30553
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518358
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16453 - 24990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.328198
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.828382 / 10
Reliability:
8.685147 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Rankings
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5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Toyota Corolla Rankings
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3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
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27 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, SEL
2020 Toyota Corolla Trim Levels
L, LE, SE, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, XSE
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:
2 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:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
126 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 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):
50 / 54 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
660 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 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):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3325 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2910 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15