Hyundai Sonata EF
The Hyundai Sonata EF (1999–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 19 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: EF
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,710–4,800 mm RDW | – | 4,710–4,745 mm |
| Width | 1,820–1,830 mm Traficom | – | 1,815–1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,420–1,480 mm Traficom | – | 1,410–1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700–2,730 mm RDW | – | 2,700 mm |
| Front track | 1,540–1,565 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,530–1,550 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,311–1,546 kg RDW | – | 1,315–1,487 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,411–1,646 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,910–2,130 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,700 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 705–750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,832 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 200–215 km/h Traficom | – | 184–220 km/h |
| Torque | 175–305 Nm ASTRA | – | 180–230 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/60R16, 225/50R17, 205/60R16, 205/65R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 66.9% (63.0–70.6) | 69.2% | 583 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 53.0% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 43.1% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 35.0% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 32.8% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 28.0% | 17.1% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 24.7% | 18.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,536 complaints for model years 1999–2005. 156 crashes · 22 fires · 219 injuries · 7 deaths
- Body and structure 380
- Airbags 296
- Suspension 242
- Electrical system 78
- Engine 55
- Steering 48
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 19 versions of the Hyundai Sonata EF
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United Kingdom 8 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–20042.0 DOHC · 2.0l DOHC (2002 MY Facelift) · 2.0l DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 215 g/km |
| 2002–20042.0l DOHC (2002 MY Facelift) · 2.0l DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 228 g/km |
| 2002–20042.7l V6 (2002 MY Facelift) · 2.7l V6 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.7 L/100 km NEDC | 256 g/km |
| 20012.0 DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.1 L/100 km NEDC | 241 g/km |
| 20012.5 DOHC | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.3 L/100 km NEDC | 246 g/km |
| 20002.0 DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.9 L/100 km NEDC | 213 g/km |
| 20002.0 DOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 20002.5 DOHC | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.0 L/100 km NEDC | 240 g/km |
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–20052MODE CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1999–2005 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 2002–2005 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2002–20052MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1999–2001 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1999–20012MODE CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2005Mid-size | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.6–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244–260 g/km |
| 2002–2005Mid-size | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–271 g/km |
| 1999–2001Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.4–11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262–267 g/km |
| 1999Mid-size | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246 g/km |
| 1999Mid-size | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.