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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Sonata Hybrid, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sonata Hybrid since its last redesign.
Great to drive fantastic fuel mileage
robertjoy, 12/17/2020
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
32 of 33 people found this review helpful
Only had this vehicle for 2 weeks and purchased it because of its safety reviews and many safety features. I traded from a Jeep Renegade to this and this handles the road better than the Jeep. The issue I'm having is poor customer service from Hyundai and from the dealership. There's a noise that comes on at around 50mph plus my wife says it's from the front left-hand side I'm hearing it from there as well as from the rear. The other issue is with Blue Link, Hyundai does not seem able to assist or maybe they are overwhelmed, also the dealership is unable to assist as they say it's too new and they don't know enough in order to assist. The dealership is Weisner in Conroe Texas, they appear to be very disorganized and not interested in any form of Customer Service.
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Stylish and Luxurious
Bill, 03/19/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
This is a great car with all the bells and whistles. I have a limited edition and has great technology that is pretty easy to use. The ride is really smooth and the performance is outstanding. And, it looks good while also being stingy on the gas. I'm currently getting over 45mpg and it's still going up. I did have to learn to drive it somewhat assertively to ensure the battery continues to charge and you get the best fuel economy. I started driving it VERY conservatively thinking that would promote higher mpg but it didn't. I've only had the 2 months so I'm still getting used to everything but I love it thus far. I had a 2017 Sonata Hybrid Limited prior to this car and it was so dependable.
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Good But Not Exceptional
Caruzin, 03/14/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2021 Sonata Hybrid for 4 months now. Styling is a subjective issue so I won't dwell on that but I do prefer the front end treatment on the Hybrid Model over all the other 2021 Sonatas. The interior is beautiful and a wonderful place to spend time. Handling is spectacular BUT I personally would gladly trade off a couple notches of handling prowess for a couple notches of improvement in ride quality. This firm ride is more apparent at low speeds than on the highway. The technology and driver safety equipment is pretty remarkable with a couple caveats. Why have "Manual Gear Selection Capability" at all if the vehicle insists on reverting back to DRIVE within 10 seconds of selecting a specific gear. Not much good for using engine braking when driving in mountainous terrain. The fuel economy is actually pretty outstanding for a vehicle of this size BUT nowhere near as good as what the onboard "Guess-O-Meter" display would have you believe. It is as much as >15% optimistic compared to Real World Calculations. I keep all fuel receipts in a spreadsheet so I KNOW exactly what the vehicle actually delivers. EPA numbers have not yet been met BUT it has all been winter driving with snow tires so far so I'll wait to see how it all pans out over a full year. The Solar Roof is an interesting gimmick but it certainly points out the benefit of having solar cells pointing at/tracking the sun's position in the sky. The onboard display has certainly demonstrated that Spring is indeed on it's way. Yeah!
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By far best in show
Ron Lake, 04/20/2021
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd Hyundai Hybrid. I absolutely love this vehicle, it is fun to drive, looks very flashy, and sips gasoline. (53 miles per gal out the gate). I have owned Toyota, mazda, VW, and Ford's in my life. Hyundai takes lots of pride, and you can see it in their vehicles. If your looking for a very comfortable, great looking, great running car, this is the one. Rev Ron Lake
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Best in class
Rev Ron Lake, 05/01/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd Hyundai Hybrid, my last t One being the Hyundai Ionic. Both are great cars. I've owned the 2020 Sonata three weeks now. I'm very happy with this car. It rides well, and is comfortable and fun to drive. I have the Limited, which gives you all the bells and whistles. I'm getting 55 plus with combo city and highway driving. It has all the power I need. Not sure what the Solar panels do, but they are a good conversation item. All in all I really like this car. It is fun, efficient, and reasonably priced for what you get. Rev Ron
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Delicate Front Bumper Structure
Mark, 05/12/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
28 of 34 people found this review helpful
While otherwise a good car the facia attached adjacent to underneath the front bumper structure is prone to detachment during normal driving. When it partially detaches the car makes a loud scraping noise that makes it difficult to drive. I do not off road or otherwise drive abnormally and at less than 7,000 miles this part detached. I have never had that happen to any car I have driven in the past including Audis, Infiniti and a Toyota Supra (which I did drive somewhat aggressively as its a sports car). The dealer of course tries to blame me yet has no answer when I say it has never happened before. This is a weakness in the design of the Sonata Hybrid and will cost you up to $800 to repair if it happens to you. They refuse to cover it under warranty. The car is otherwise great but I can only give it two stars due to this problem. I cannot recommend the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
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You need to Drive this car!
Jimbo, 01/18/2021
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
40+ miles per gallon. 550+ miles on a tank full. Great drivers car. Paddle shifters on steering wheel. In sport mode you will let it rip!. Amazing driver assistant mode in Smart cruise control!
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Growing on me
Jerry S, 05/17/2021
updated 06/06/2022
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I've had this car over a year now, and my review is a little more favorable than my first one. The gas mileage is still very good for this size car, I average 51mpg around town. The ride is very comfortable with plenty of legroom in the front and back. The A/C blows ice cold. I use the android auto feature and it works very well. I get a lot of compliments on the looks of the car. There are a few downsides still, but I have managed to adjust to them. First, if you park the car on even the slightest slant, the emergency brake will automatically be applied as soon as you shut the car off or put it in park, which means you have to fasten your seat belt even if you are just moving it a few feet away, such as in the garage. Second, the transmission doesn't always shift so smoothly. Third, sometimes the blind spot monitor doesn't always light up when a car is in your blind spot, so make sure you look anyways. Overall, I am very happy with this car and plan on keeping it a while.
Resolved
Craig, 08/26/2020
updated 07/31/2023
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
I get 50 mpg and it drives fine with good pickup. I use the eco setting and smart on country roads. Car has been reliable and the tech works well. I still recommend this car. Hyundai has done an excellent job with this sedan. For my needs it has plenty of room with a good size trunk. Easy to get in and out. Don’t need a boring SUV. UPDATE: Problematic vehicle.
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Seriously Sporty
SonataSundevil, 03/25/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
New body style for 2020 makes this car stand out in a crowd. Add 47mpg this is a great choice for the budget conscious buyer who doesn’t want to compromise looks. Very happy with our purchase
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It has it all
Julia in Arizona, 05/08/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Just drove this Sonata Hybrid for two days in both city and highway and it was a great ride! I have the Limited version with all the technology and that puts driving in another higher class. When I had to pass she had lots of acceleration she can get up and go! Plus Great MPG I got 48 MPG.The style both inside and out is eye catching and classy! It has been a long time since I walked away from a car and turned around to admire i😁
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Love it!
R Jackson, 05/26/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great gas mileage! Cute car with all the bells and whistles.
Sporty and Great Gas Milage!
Tom, 07/24/2021
updated 01/26/2022
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Had the car for 5 months now and it gets compliments! Lots of tech integration. Using adaptive cruise control is awesome in LA traffic… so convenient and comfortable. Get the Limited. It’s worth the bells and whistles. I recommended smart mode when driving as well. Keeps it green when needed but doesn’t hold back when accelerating. Lots of features and really nice ride.
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MPG
L. Janow, 08/10/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
After 2 months of driving hybrid mileage at best was only about 32 to 35 MPG. It is rated at 50 MPG?
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Love it and all of the technology
Nancy , 07/18/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love everything about this car, easy to drive and the technology makes everything better.
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Sweet
Carissa, 10/17/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have always had the Hyundai sonata hybrid limited. I could not afford the brand new limited, but it doesn't matter because the SEL has the Bose surround system and all of the amenities. The coolest thing is that it can try to drive and stay between the lines. It's not the greatest but good enough for me if I have to grab something!
Hybrids are for younger people
Stinger, 12/28/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
Hybrids or EV's are for younger people not 80 year olds like myself. The solar roof does away with the moon roof. Growing up with mechanical cars makes electric vehicles hard to get used to. A lot of learning but not at this age. The instrument panel gave so much information it was confusing. The test drive was useless, my car feels all the bumps in the road but where you drive the new cars the roads are so smooth even my cay felt good.
Quiet and great on gas!!
Sukblud, 02/17/2021
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got the SEL trim and enjoy it beyond words. It has pep in its step and the Bose sound system is awesomely awesome.
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So Far so Happy
FSandy, 05/12/2021
2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really love the comfort, technology and gas mileage this Hyundai delivers. Only had is a couple of weeks but so far I really enjoy the auto.
Great features for a reasonable price
Rodrigo Gonzalez, 11/14/2023
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very smooth ride, car feels safe due to different safety technologies.
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