Honda Accord Hybrid vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Accord Hybrid and Hyundai SONATA Hybrid contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
When comparing the Honda Accord Hybrid's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Honda Accord Hybrid's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is a better car than the Honda Accord Hybrid.
Pricing: For a new model, the Honda Accord Hybrid's price is between $32,945 and $40,435, with the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid priced between $31,927 and $39,365.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Accord Hybrid loses 37.6 percent of its value and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid loses 45.1 percent of its value. This means the Honda Accord Hybrid retains 7.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Accord Hybrid is 8.5 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Honda Accord Hybrid being ranked 4 out of 11 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 11. Out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars, the Honda Accord Hybrid is ranked 5 and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is ranked 4.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Accord Hybrid is 7.4 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 Honda Accord Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Accord Hybrid’s base engine makes 204 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The Accord Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 44 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. The SONATA Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 47 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 673 miles. This gives the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Accord Hybrid. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear head room. The Honda Accord Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room, rear leg room and cargo space. The Honda Accord Hybrid and Hyundai SONATA Hybrid are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$32,945 - $40,435
Starting MSRP:
$32,895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$31,381
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$28,855 - $32,975
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$31,927 - $39,365
Starting MSRP:
$30,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$31,381
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$28,855 - $32,975
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,247
Price Range:
$30,807 - $39,703
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$36,613
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$34,247 - $40,386
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7,414
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
582
# Good or Great Deals:
114
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$36,613
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$34,247 - $40,386
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3,205
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
73
# Good or Great Deals:
0
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$12,710
Depreciation %:
38.6%
Resale Value $:
$20,185
Residual Value %:
61.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
37%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
32.1% - 46.1%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$14,187
Depreciation %:
46.1%
Resale Value $:
$16,613
Residual Value %:
53.9%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
37%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
32.1% - 46.1%
Honda Accord Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Accord Hybrid
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
12.8
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
10.2 - 12.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
38.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SONATA Hybrid
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
12.8
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
10.2 - 12.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
4.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.5 - 8.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
4.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.5 - 8.3
Honda Accord Hybrid Rankings
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18 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Honda Accord Hybrid Trim Levels
EX-L, Sport, Sport-L, Touring
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
Limited, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
204 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
247 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
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):
46 / 41 / 44
Range (city/hwy):
589 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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):
44 / 51 / 47
Range (city/hwy):
581 / 673 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3477 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
195.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3439 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:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
235/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Still Night Pearl
Gray
Urban Gray Pearl
Red
Radiant Red Metallic
Silver
Solar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black Pearl
Blue
Carbon Blue Pearl / Transmission Blue Pearl
Gray
Nocturne Gray / Portofino Gray Metallic
Red
Ultimate Red Pearl
Silver
Aero Silver Metallic
White
Serenity White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Dark Gray
