Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. Tesla Model 3
In comparing the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid's and the Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Tesla Model 3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid's and the Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. Tesla Model 3 Pricing
A used 2019 Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid ranges from $18,459 to $27,237 while a used 2019 Tesla Model 3 is priced between $25,989 to $37,989.
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid vs. Tesla Model 3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid loses 54.7 percent of its value and the Tesla Model 3 loses 48.2 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model 3 retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid’s base engine makes 202 horsepower, and the Tesla Model 3 base engine makes 283 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 Model 3 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 220 miles.This gives the Tesla Model 3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. The SONATA Plug-in Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Model 3 uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai SONATA Plug-in 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 rear leg room. The Tesla Model 3, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Tesla Model 3 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:
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Used Asking Price:
25989 - 37989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.482232
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.733333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Rankings
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13 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Hyundai SONATA Plug-in Hybrid Trim Levels
Base, Limited
Tesla Model 3 Trim Levels
Long Range, Mid Range, Performance, Standard Range, Standard Range 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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
283 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 124 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
220 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
50 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 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:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 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:
3624 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 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:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18