Hyundai Sonata YF

Hyundai Sonata YF
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The Hyundai Sonata YF (2011–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: YF

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,820 mm TC4,820 mm
Width1,830–1,840 mm TC1,835 mm
Height1,470 mm TC1,470 mm
Wheelbase2,800 mm TC2,795 mm
Front track1,590–1,600 mm TC–
Rear track1,590–1,600 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,454–1,610 kg TC1,451–1,566 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)311–453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,945 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed–210 km/h
0–100 km/h–8.7 s
Torque–265 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/60R16, 225/50R17

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2014: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

7,972 complaints for model years 2011–2014. 307 crashes · 359 fires · 254 injuries · 5 deaths

  • Engine 2,730
  • Steering 1,903
  • Electrical system 1,090
  • Airbags 728
  • Lights 630
  • Brakes 573

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 11 versions of the Hyundai Sonata YF

European Union 2 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
20112.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Diesel176 g/km70
20112.0 L121 kW (165 PS)Petrol187 g/km52

United States 5 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–20152.4 LHybrid6-speed automated manualFront-wheel drive37 MPG (6.4 L/100 km) EPA150–152 g/km
2011–2014SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–26 MPG (9.0–9.8 L/100 km) EPA212–224 g/km
2011–2014SIDI2.4 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA201–212 g/km
2011–2013SIDI2.4 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA204–205 g/km
2011–20122.4 LHybrid6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive36 MPG (6.5 L/100 km) EPA153 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–2015Mid-size2.4 LPetrol6-speed automatic6.2–6.4 L/100 km 5-cycle143–147 g/km
2011–2014Full-size2.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.9–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle205–221 g/km
2011–2014Full-size2.4 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.5–9.0 L/100 km 5-cycle196–207 g/km
2011–2012Full-size2.4 LPetrol6-speed manual8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle198 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.