Hyundai Sonata Y3
The Hyundai Sonata Y3 (1994–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Y3
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,700–4,710 mm ASTRA | – | 4,700 mm |
| Width | 1,770–1,818 mm ASTRA | – | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,405–1,410 mm ASTRA | – | 1,405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm RDW | – | 2,700 mm |
| Front track | 1,515–1,540 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,505–1,530 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,194–1,343 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,294–1,443 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,740–1,860 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,300–1,500 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 550–690 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 ASTRA | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368–396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,832–2,860 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 165–205 km/h ASTRA | – | 165–200 km/h |
| Torque | 157–230 Nm ASTRA | – | 132–230 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/70R14, 205/60R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
190 complaints for model years 1994–1998. 21 crashes · 2 fires · 18 injuries · 2 deaths
- Transmission and drivetrain 33
- Airbags 32
- Engine 23
- Fuel system 22
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 9 versions of the Hyundai Sonata Y3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–1998(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 19982MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS) (MPFI) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1994–1996(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1998Mid-size | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.7–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246–262 g/km |
| 1995–1998Mid-size | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.8–11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248–253 g/km |
| 1995–1998Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.6–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 290–299 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.