Acura NSX vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid
In comparing the Acura NSX's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura NSX's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is a better car than the Acura NSX.
Acura NSX vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Pricing
A used 2022 Acura NSX ranges from $144,000 to $270,915 while a used 2023 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is priced between $26,392 to $37,446.
Acura NSX vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura NSX loses 45.3 percent of its value and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the Acura NSX retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Acura NSX vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura NSX is 8.0 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Acura NSX being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Hybrid Luxury Sports Cars and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars.
Acura NSX vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura NSX is 7.1 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura NSX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura NSX’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The SONATA Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles. This gives the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura NSX. The NSX uses premium unleaded, and the SONATA Hybrid uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 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, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
144000 - 270915
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.453151
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29792 - 38744
Used Asking Price:
26392 - 37446
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518358
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura NSX Rankings
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14 out of / 29Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Rankings
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14 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Acura NSX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Type S
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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):
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:
600 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
492 foot-lbs @ 2300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.155 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 22 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 343 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
54.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3878 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16