2012 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Specifications

2011 2012 2013 2014

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Production Years for Series :	2011 - 2014
Price :	MSRP: $19,821-20,695 Invoice: $18,876-19,695
Weight :	3161 lbs \| 1433.805 kg
MPG City :	24
MPG Highway :	35
Combined MPG :	28.00
Introduced At :	2009 LA Auto Show

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.28

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	2400 cc \| 146.5 cu in. \| 2.4 L.
Power :	190 HP (139.84 KW) @ 6300 RPM
Torque :	179 Ft-Lbs (243 NM) @ 4250 RPM
Bore :	88.0 mm \| 3.465 in.
Stroke :	97.0 mm \| 3.819 in.
Compression :	11.3:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum block and head

Inline 4
Displacement :	2400 cc \| 146.5 cu in. \| 2.4 L.
Power :	200 HP (147.2 KW) @ 6300 RPM
Torque :	186 Ft-Lbs (252 NM) @ 4250 RPM
Bore :	88.0 mm \| 3.465 in.
Stroke :	97.0 mm \| 3.819 in.
Compression :	11.3:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum block and head

Twin-turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	2000 cc \| 122.0 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	274 HP (201.664 KW) @ 6000 RPM
Torque :	269 Ft-Lbs (365 NM) @ 1750 RPM
Bore :	86.0 mm \| 3.386 in.
Stroke :	86.0 mm \| 3.386 in.
Compression :	9.5:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Aluminum

Transmission:
6 Manual , 6 Automatic

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	3.267
2nd Gear :	1.931
3rd Gear :	1.696
4th Gear :	1.276
5th Gear :	1.027
6th Gear :	0.829

Handling

Recall

Component	AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor Company
NHTSA Campaign ID	12V352000
Summary	Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Hyundai Sonata passenger cars, manufactured from January 24, 2012, through June 21, 2012. The curtain side airbags on these vehicles may inflate without deployment command due to an error during manufacturing.
Consequence	The curtain airbag may inflate without deployment command and increase the risk of injury to occupants of the vehicle. Additionally, an unexpected deployment would be a significant driver distraction and would limit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Hyundai dealers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain side airbags free of charge. This recall began on August 31, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Notes	Hyundai's recall campaign number is 106.Customers may contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Vehicle Safety Administrations Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	17V617000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Consequence	If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 169.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	ENGINE
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	18V934000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V-568 and 17V-226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
Consequence	A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	18V137000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. On February 27, 2018, Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) notified NHTSA that they were recalling 154,753 model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. On April 18, 2018, Hyundai expanded the recall to include an additional 425,305 model year 2012-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.
Consequence	If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install an external wire filter kit, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 174.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	17V152000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Consequence	In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	15V759000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.
Consequence	If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to rearward following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 136.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	ENGINE
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	15V568000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to April 12, 2012 at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama and equipped with either a 2.0 liter or 2.4 liter Gasoline Direct injection engine. In the affected vehicles, metallic debris may not have been fully removed during manufacturing of the engine crankshaft. If the debris was not completely removed, oil flow may be restricted through the connecting rod bearings, causing connecting rod damage. A worn connecting rod bearing will produce a metallic, cyclic knocking noise from the engine and possible engine failure.
Consequence	Engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the engine assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai Motor America will increase the warranty for the engine sub-assembly (short block) to 10 years/120,000 miles for both original and subsequent owners of 2011 and 2012 Sonatas manufactured at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama equipped with 2.0 liter and 2.4 liter Gasoline Direct injection engines. Interim notifications were mailed to owners starting on October 8, 2015. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign132. Hyundai's number for this recall is 132.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor Company
Mfr Report Date	20091211
NHTSA Campaign ID	14V434000
Summary	Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, through May 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from from the shift lever pin.
Consequence	If the transmission shift cable detaches, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver parks the vehicle, despite selecting the 'PARK' position, the transmission may not be in 'PARK.' If the vehicle is not in the 'PARK' position and the parking brake is not applied, there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the connection between the shift cable and shift lever, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 123.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

2012 Averages

Avg. Home :	$263,200
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$3.55
Total Car Production :	10,335,765

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata has a wheelbase size of 110.00 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata has a length of 189.80 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata has a width of 72.20 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Hyundai Sonata have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata has 40.00 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Hyundai Sonata have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata has legroom of 45.50 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata was a Sedan.

Q: How much did the 2012 Hyundai Sonata cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata had an MSRP of $19,821 - $$20,695 (USD).

Q: What engines did the 2012 Hyundai Sonata have? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 190 HP (139.84 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 179 Ft-Lbs (243 NM) @ 4250 RPM

Inline 4 (2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 200 HP (147.2 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 186 Ft-Lbs (252 NM) @ 4250 RPM

Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 (2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 274 HP (201.664 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 269 Ft-Lbs (365 NM) @ 1750 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 2012 Hyundai Sonata have? A: The 2012 Hyundai Sonata had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.