Trim Report

Hyundai Sonata SE2018

Includes:SONATA|SE
$850
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Active Listings
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Where to Find Hyundai Sonata SE

Location data for all 2018 Hyundai Sonata trims combined

37States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 36 other states nationwide.

Hyundai Sonata Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Hyundai Sonata trims

High Concern

The 2018 Hyundai Sonata's high safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 350 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
350
Complaints
18
Crashes
12
Fires
Recall Findings
21V6190002021-06-08
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Hyundai Sonata has accumulated 350 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine112
02Unknown Or Other32
03Electrical System,engine15
04Exterior Lighting15
05Engine And Engine Cooling11
350 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Hyundai Sonata Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Hyundai Sonata trims

26–42mpg combined
·
23-40city
·
32-46hwy
·
$1,050-$1,700/yr

With 7 configurations tested, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata ranges from 26 to 42 MPG combined. That's a 16 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Sonata Hybrid SE - Automatic (AM6)
42mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
40 city46 hwy~$1,050/yr9/10 Clean
Sonata Hybrid - Automatic (AM6)
41mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
39 city44 hwy~$1,050/yr9/10 Clean
Sonata Plug-in Hybrid - Automatic (AM6)
39mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
37 city42 hwy~$1,100/yr10/10 Clean
Sonata - Automatic (AM7)
31mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Sonata SE - Automatic (S6)
29mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average
Sonata - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city35 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Sonata - Automatic (S8)
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city32 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SE Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE

How does the SE compare to other Hyundai Sonata trims?

Every Hyundai Sonata trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE?

The SE shares its core mechanicals with other Hyundai Sonata trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for engine issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. The 2018 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Sonata SE?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Hyundai Sonata SE year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Hyundai Sonata overview compares all years side by side.

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