2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.0

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$25,795
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Interior offers a lot of creature comfort features

Lacks adequate rear-seat headroom

The 2011 Sonata hybrid is an all-new model

Stylish and modern exterior design

Ride quality is on the stiffer side

Offers substantial warranty

Unrefined hybrid powertrain and clunky braking performance

Specs & Features

$25,795

price

166 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

193 lb.-ft.

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.4L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Cars like the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its use must not be overlooked. The Sonata hybrid uses its 2.4L Inline 4 engine and a 1.4 kWh battery to produce 206 horsepower and 193 lb-ft of torque. This gives the Sonata hybrid a 0-60 of 8.7 seconds. The hybrid engine here is to support the gasoline engine to boost performance and offer slightly better fuel economy than what a single gasoline engine would be capable of. That said, the 2011 Sonata hybrid achieves a combined fuel economy of 36 MPG. As part of the midsize sedan, the Sonata hybrid competes with the Ford Fusion Hybrid and the Toyota Camry Hybrid. It offers a single trim, starting off at MSRP $25,795. 

Buying Advice

 The 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is available as a standalone trim level and offers a plethora of standard features. It lacks multiple optional features but you get a single $5,000 premium equipment package that adds features like- 17-inch alloy wheels, a touchscreen navigation system, a rearview camera, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, and a premium nine-speaker Infinity audio system.

Trims

    Base
    $25,795 onwards
    • 16-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Heated mirrors
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry

Compare to similar cars

Price

$26,500

Engine

hybrid

Rating

8.69

Horsepower

206 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

195 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

Capacity

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193 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

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2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9 sec--
    7.6 sec--
    8.2 sec16.3 sec-
    8.4 sec-116 mph
    8.7 sec16.5 sec123 mph
    10.5 sec--

    2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      34 mpg39 mpg36 mpg17.2 gal.584.8/670.8 mi.
      41 mpg36 mpg39 mpg17.5 gal.697/612 mi.
      41 mpg36 mpg39 mpg17.5 gal.697/612 mi.
      34 mpg39 mpg36 mpg17.2 gal.584.8/670.8 mi.
      33 mpg33 mpg33 mpg20 gal.660/660 mi.
      31 mpg35 mpg33 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/602 mi.

      2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        189.8 in.72.2 in.57.7 in.5.1 in.110 in.
        190.7 in.70.7 in.58.3 in.5.8 in.109.3 in.
        190.7 in.72.1 in.57.3 in.5.1 in.110 in.
        190.6 in.72.2 in.56.8 in.6 in.107.4 in.
        189.2 in.71.7 in.57.5 in.5.9 in.109.3 in.
        189 in.72.2 in.56.9 in.5 in.107.4 in.

        2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          10.7 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.10.7 cu.ft.
          11.8 cu.ft.99.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.
          11.8 cu.ft.99.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.
          9.9 cu.ft.102.2 cu.ft.9.9 cu.ft.
          10.6 cu.ft.101.4 cu.ft.-
          10.1 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.-

          2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            131.6 cu.ft.10.7 cu.ft.10.7 cu.ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.
            -10.1 cu.ft.-
            9.9 cu.ft.9.9 cu.ft.9.9 cu.ft.
            11.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.
            -10.6 cu.ft.-

            2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3457 lbs.
              1000 lbs.925 lbs.3680 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1067 lbs.3470 lbs.
              --3720 lbs.
              --3490 lbs.
              --3729 lbs.

              2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Sedan Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              6

              Recalls

              7

              Investigations

              95

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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