What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (Hybrid) uses 5 L/100 km combined (5.3 city, 4.6 highway). The 3 rated configurations range from 5 to 8.8 L/100 km.
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2026 Hyundai Sonata – Price in Canada, Specs & Trims
PriceMSRP not checked yetOfficial NRCan ratings below
- Combined
- 5 L/100 km
- City 5.3 · Hwy 4.6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 3 configurations are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
Hyundai Sonata: quick answers
Sources: NRCan, Transport Canada, checked MSRPIs the 2026 Hyundai Sonata available with all-wheel drive?
Yes. NRCan rates AWD configurations of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
Are there any recalls on the 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
Yes. Transport Canada has published 1 safety recall covering the 2026 or newer Hyundai Sonata. The list, with what to do, is in the Recalls section of this page.
Is the Hyundai Sonata fuel efficient?
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 7/10. It ranks #42 of 126 sedan models for fuel use.
What are the main rivals of the Hyundai Sonata?
Our editors compare it most with the Toyota Camry. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
Hyundai Sonata photos
Exterior · InteriorExterior 3 photos
Interior 2 photos
Canadian buyer checklist
NRCan 2026 dataAWD for winter
Available · AWD
Winter tires still matter most (mandatory in Quebec Dec. 1 to Mar. 15).
Combined fuel use (NRCan)
5–8.8 L/100 km
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
Quick Specifications
City fuel economy5.3 L/100 km
Highway fuel economy4.6 L/100 km
Combined fuel economy5 L/100 km
Vehonix efficiency score7/10
Dimensions, capacity and EnerGuide
Metric unitsDimensions, capacity and EnerGuide label figures have not been verified for this model yet.
Compare 2026 trims
Tap a trim for full details and province pricing| Trim | Sonata | AWD | Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gasoline | Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM8) | Automatic (AS8) | Automatic (AM6) |
| Drivetrain | — | AWD | — |
| City (NRCan) | 10.1 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km | 5.3 L/100 km |
| Highway (NRCan) | 7.3 L/100 km | 7 L/100 km | 4.6 L/100 km |
| Combined (NRCan) | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 5 L/100 km |
| CO2 | 207 g/km | 203 g/km | 117 g/km |
| MSRP | Not published | Not published | Not published |
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Canadian price and payments
Sales tax by province| MSRP | — |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $0 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | — |
| HST (13 %) | — |
| Estimated total, Ontario | — |
Enter an MSRP to see the total: it is not published in our source data for this trim.
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Features and driver assistance
No checked equipment list has been added yet. The ratings above come from the NRCan file.
What will fuel cost?
Based on your kilometres and pricesCheapest to run: Hybrid, $1,545/yr · $7,727 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
Hyundai warranty in Canada
Years / km, whichever comes first- Basic (bumper to bumper)
- Not verified
- Powertrain
- Not verified
- Corrosion perforation
- Not verified
- Roadside assistance
- Not verified
- Hybrid / EV battery
- Not verified
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
Safety and recalls
Transport Canada · updated 2026-10-191 safety recall on file for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
Visual SystemA software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster to reboot while driving.
Issue
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster to reboot while driving. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), warning lights and malfunction tell-tales.
Note : For the Santa Fe model, this recall only affects the hybrid model. For the Palisade model, both gas and hybrid models are affected. For the Tucson model, gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models are affected.
Safety Risk
Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the instrument panel cluster software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Hyundai dealership.
Filed under Sonata · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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Against the competition
Sonata vs rivals
The Hyundai Sonata leads in 2 of 2 categories against 1 direct rival.
- Combined fuel useSonata5 L/100 kmSonata: #1 of 2
- Vehonix efficiency scoreSonata7/10Sonata: #1 of 2
Toyota · 2026
Camry
From $34,575
- Combined
- 5 L
- Power
- 232 hp
- Vx score
- 7/10
Where the Sonata wins
- Fewer 2026 recalls (1 vs 3)
| Spec | HyundaiSonataThis car | ToyotaCamry |
|---|---|---|
| Combined fuel use | 5 L/100 km | 5 L/100 km |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | 5.3 / 4.6 | 5 / 5 |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | AWD available | AWD available |
| Drivetrains | AWD | AWD, FWD |
| Rated configurations | 3 | 3 |
| Recalls this model year | 1 | 3 |
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