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2009 Hyundai Sonata
$18,700 - $26,550Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
22 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The Hyundai Sonata name has been a part of the American car market since its debut in 1989. Now in its fourth generation, and wearing new skin for 2009, the car offers a level of refinement usually reserved for more expensive cars.
The Sonata...
What’s new in the 2009 model?
Hyundai's Sonata receives a mild facelift for 2009, with more changes in both the cabin and the engine bay. The front end has been revised and now ...

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EPA Classification: Large
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.3L/204
Fuel System: MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 249 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 229 @ 4500
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.79
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.06
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.42
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.03
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.73
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.68
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.33
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 29
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary):
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 130
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 9.4
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3494
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Double-wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm):
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 1.02
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.63
Brake Type: Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System: 4-wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.8 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.2 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P215/55R17
Rear Tire Size: P215/55R17
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.9
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.28
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft):
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 17.7
Wheelbase (in): 107.4
Length, Overall (in): 188.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 72.1
Height, Overall (in): 58.0
Track Width, Front (in): 62.0
Track Width, Rear (in): 61.4
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.3
Liftover Height (in):
Trunk Volume (ft³): 16.3
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 105.4
Front Head Room (in): 40.1
Front Leg Room (in): 43.7
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.4
Front Hip Room (in): 55.5
Second Head Room (in): 38.2
Second Leg Room (in): 37.4
Second Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Second Hip Room (in): 55.3
Vehicle Name: Hyundai Sonata
Body Style: 4 Door Sedan
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 6
Pricing
This model has 11 different trims.
MSRP
$26,550
Invoice
$24,809
Description
3.3L/204, 249 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 11 different trims.
City
19 MPG
Hwy
29 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Description
3.3L/204, 249 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
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