2026 Hyundai Sonata: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.
Updated 2026-10-01·/·car
Quick Answer
The Hyundai Sonata is Hyundai's midsize sedan, refreshed for 2024 with a wide-mouth front fascia, a connected twin-12.3" display, and three powertrains: a 2.5L NA gas (191 hp), a 2.5L turbo on the N Line (290 hp, a styled performance trim, not a separate Sonata N), and a 2.0L Hybrid (192 hp combined, ~47 mpg combined). Hyundai SmartSense ADAS and Bluelink are standard. With Toyota moving the Camry to hybrid-only, the Sonata is one of the few midsize sedans that still offers a non-hybrid choice, backed by the 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Swope Hyundai has 1 SEL Sport and 1 N Line available right now.
Hyundai Sonata Gallery2 photos
SEL SportPortofino Gray
N LineCarbon Blue
Highlights of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata
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Three distinct powertrains: 2.5L NA gas (~191 hp / 8-speed automatic), 2.5L turbo N Line (~290 hp / 8-speed wet DCT), and 2.0L Hybrid (~192 hp combined, ~47 mpg combined).
Sonata N Line packs 290 hp: The N Line trim is the closest the Sonata gets to a performance car, 290 hp, sport-tuned suspension, unique exterior. Note: there is no Sonata N performance variant; N Line is the top of the trim ladder.
Hybrid returns ~47 mpg combined: The Sonata Hybrid pairs a 2.0L gas I4 with an electric motor and 6-speed automatic for roughly 47 mpg combined depending on trim.
Wide twin-12.3" connected display: Limited and N Line trims feature a panoramic curved display combining a 12.3" digital cluster and 12.3" infotainment screen, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Gas powertrain still offered: With the Toyota Camry now hybrid-only and many midsize sedans discontinued, the Sonata is one of the few that still ships a non-hybrid 4-cylinder for buyers who don't want the hybrid premium.
Hyundai SmartSense standard: Forward collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping/following assist, driver attention warning, and high-beam assist included on every trim.
10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty: Industry-leading coverage backs every Sonata, with an additional 10-year/100,000-mile hybrid system warranty on Hybrid models.
Trim-Level Comparison and Availability at Swope Hyundai
Compare available trim levels to find the right Hyundai Sonata for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.
Compare trimsTrim2 trims · 2 in stock
SEL Sport1 in stock
N Line1 in stock
Pricing
Starting price
$31,900
$36,494
Top price
$31,900
$36,494
Powertrain
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel options
Gasoline
Gasoline
Engine
4 Cyl, 2.5L
4 Cyl, 2.5L
MPG (city / hwy)
24 / 33
23 / 32
Standard equipment · Safety & driver assistance
Adaptive cruise control
Auto high-beam headlights
Blind-spot & rear cross-traffic alert
Driver attention monitor
Forward collision-avoidance
Highway driving assist
Lane keep assist
Rear occupant alert
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Safe exit assist
Standard equipment · Technology & infotainment
Bluelink+ connected services
Built-in navigation
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Hyundai Digital Key 2.0
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Premium audio (Bose)
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Push-button start with proximity key
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless Qi phone charger
Standard equipment · Comfort & convenience
Dual-zone climate control
Heated front seats
Memory driver seat & mirrors
Remote engine start
Standard equipment · Interior & exterior
LED headlights & daytime running lights
Panoramic sunroof
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Inside the Hyundai Sonata
What the 2024-refresh Sonata is
The mid-cycle refresh introduced for 2024 (carried into 2025 and 2026) gave the Sonata a wide-mouth front fascia, a redesigned interior, and a panoramic twin-12.3" curved display on upper trims. Mechanically, Hyundai kept the three-powertrain story: a 2.5L NA gas for value buyers, a 290 hp 2.5L turbo on the N Line for performance, and a 2.0L Hybrid for efficiency. The result is a midsize sedan that still feels like Hyundai is investing, at a moment when Honda is the only other mainstream brand actively iterating on the segment, and Toyota has pushed the Camry to hybrid-only.
Choosing between gas, N Line, and Hybrid
The 2.5L gas Sonata (SE, SEL, Limited) is the value play, 191 hp, an 8-speed automatic, and a sticker price well under the Hybrid. The N Line is the performance trim: 290 hp from a 2.5L turbo, 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, sport-tuned suspension, and unique exterior. There is no Sonata N performance car, the N Line is the top of the ladder. The Hybrid (Blue and Limited Hybrid) pairs a 2.0L gas I4 with an electric motor for ~192 hp combined and ~47 mpg combined. Choose by use case: gas for value, N Line for performance, Hybrid for commuters.
How it stacks up vs Camry, Accord, K5
The 2025+ Camry is hybrid-only, so the Sonata's 2.5L gas option becomes a real differentiator for buyers who don't want to pay the hybrid premium. The Honda Accord still offers both gas and hybrid like the Sonata, drives a touch crisper, and matches the Sonata Hybrid on mpg. The Kia K5 is the Sonata's corporate cousin and the closest direct comparison, same powertrains, different styling. The hard trade-off across all of them: the Sonata is FWD-only, while the Camry and K5 offer optional AWD.
N Line trim's 290 hp is the most performance in the segment short of a sport sedan
Hybrid returns ~47 mpg combined with a real automatic transmission
Non-hybrid gas powertrain still available (Camry no longer offers one)
Hyundai SmartSense ADAS suite standard on every trim
Twin-12.3" curved display on Limited and N Line
Bluelink connected services with remote start, geofence, and SOS
Cons
FWD-only across the lineup, no AWD option like the Camry or K5
Top features gated to Limited and N Line trims
8-speed wet DCT on the N Line can hesitate at parking-lot speeds
Polarizing exterior styling, the wide front fascia divides buyers
Sonata Hybrid's ~47 mpg trails the Camry Hybrid's ~50+ mpg
Why this matters around Elizabethtown
Swope Hyundai in Elizabethtown, KY stocks the 2026 Hyundai Sonata for midsize-sedan shoppers across Hardin County, Radcliff, Bardstown, and the broader Louisville commuter belt along I-65. The Sonata's 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 290 hp N Line option make it the most distinctive midsize sedan still on the market, service handled on-site at our Elizabethtown location.
New 2026 Hyundai Sonata Inventory at Swope HyundaiLive
Current in-stock units at Swope Hyundai in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.
Option Group 01Carpeted Floor MatsApple CarPlay & Android Auto smart device wireless mirroringLane Following Assist (LFA) hands-on cruise control
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Hyundai Sonata
Three: a 2.5L NA gas I4 (~191 hp / 8-speed automatic) on SE/SEL/Limited, a 2.5L turbo I4 on the N Line (~290 hp / 8-speed wet DCT), and a 2.0L Hybrid (~192 hp combined / 6-speed automatic) in Blue and Limited Hybrid trims.
The 2.5L gas Sonata is rated around 27 city / 37 highway / 31 combined. The N Line trades efficiency for power. The Sonata Hybrid is the efficiency play at roughly 47 mpg combined.
No. Every 2026 Sonata, gas, N Line, and Hybrid, is front-wheel drive only. If you need a Hyundai with AWD, step to a Tucson, Santa Fe, or Palisade.
No. There is no Sonata N. The Sonata N Line trim is the top of the lineup, 290 hp from a 2.5L turbo, sport-tuned suspension, but it's a styled trim, not a dedicated N performance variant like the Elantra N or Kona N.
Standard on every trim: forward collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, driver attention warning, and high-beam assist. Higher trims add blind-spot collision-avoidance, rear cross-traffic, smart cruise with stop-and-go, parking distance warning, and Highway Driving Assist.
The 2025+ Camry is hybrid-only, so if you want a non-hybrid midsize sedan the Sonata wins by default. The Camry Hybrid still leads on outright mpg and offers AWD. The Sonata counters with a 290 hp N Line, the 10/100 warranty, and lower typical pricing.
Both still offer gas and hybrid. The Accord drives a touch crisper. The Sonata counters with the 290 hp N Line, the 10/100 powertrain warranty, twin-12.3" curved display on upper trims, and typically a lower transaction price.
For commuters with longer drives, often yes, ~47 mpg combined vs ~31 mpg combined typically pays back the premium in 4–6 years at current Kentucky gas prices. The Hybrid keeps Hyundai's 10/100 coverage on the hybrid system and battery.
The Elantra is the compact sedan, smaller, cheaper, the Hybrid hits ~50+ mpg. The Sonata is the midsize sedan, more rear-seat and trunk space, the optional 290 hp N Line, and a Hybrid at ~47 mpg. If you carry passengers regularly or want a performance ceiling, Sonata.
Inventory rotates daily. As of our last feed update, Swope Hyundai in Elizabethtown is stocking around 10 new 2026 Sonatas across SE, SEL, N Line, and Limited trims. Check our inventory page for live availability or call ahead to confirm a specific trim.
Pricing varies by trim and current Hyundai incentives. SE typically opens the gas lineup, N Line and Limited add the most equipment. Contact Swope Hyundai sales for current pricing, lease offers, and any APR specials.
Swope Hyundai is in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, easily reached from Radcliff, Fort Knox, Bardstown, and Louisville via I-65. Sales, service, and parts are all on-site.
Yes. Request a test drive on any 2026 Sonata in stock through our website, or call us directly. We can line up a gas SEL, an N Line, and a Sonata Hybrid back-to-back if you want to compare powertrains in one visit.
Yes. Our Elizabethtown service drive is staffed by factory-trained Hyundai technicians using Hyundai Genuine Parts. The Sonata is covered under Hyundai's industry-leading 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty plus the 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and we follow Hyundai's published maintenance intervals to keep that coverage intact.
