2021 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Specifications

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Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Production Years for Series :	2015 -
Weight :	3247 lbs \| 1472.814 kg
MPG City :	28
MPG Highway :	38
Combined MPG :	32.00
Introduced At :	2014 New York International Auto Show

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.27

Engine & Transmission

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1600 cc \| 97.6 cu in. \| 1.6 L.
Power :	180 HP (132.48 KW) @ 5500 RPM
Torque :	195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1500 RPM
Bore :	85.5 mm \| 3.366 in.
Stroke :	101.0 in \| 2,565 mm.
Compression :	13.0
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)

Transmission:
8 Automatic , CVVD

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	4.717
2nd Gear :	2.906
3rd Gear :	1.864
4th Gear :	1.423
5th Gear :	1.224
6th Gear :	1
7th Gear :	0.79
8th Gear :	0.635

Dimension(s)

Sedan

Exterior
Cargo Volume :	16 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity :	14.8 Gal
Seating Capacity :	5
Doors :	4
Length :	192.9 in \| 4900 mm.
Width :	73.2 in \| 1859 mm.
Height :	56.9 in \| 1445 mm.
Wheelbase :	111.8 in \| 2840 mm.
Ground Clearance :	5.3 in \| 135 mm.
Interior
Front Headroom :	40.0 in \| 1016 mm.
Rear Headroom :	37.8 in \| 960 mm.
Front Legroom :	46.1 in \| 1171 mm.
Rear Legroom :	34.8 in \| 884 mm.
Front Hip Room :	54.6 in \| 1387 mm.
Rear Hip Room :	54.4 in \| 1382 mm.
Front Shoulder Room :	57.9 in \| 1471 mm.
Rear Shoulder Room :	56.1 in \| 1425 mm.

Handling

Suspension
Front : MacPherson strut with coil springs Rear : Multi-link Independent

Steering
Motor Driven Power Steering Rack and Pinion and Engine RPM Sensing
Steering Overall Ratio :	13.27
Turns lock to lock :	2.60
Turning Circle :	17.9 ft

Brakes
Front Brakes :	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes :	Solid disc
Front Brake Size :	12.0 in \| 305 mm.
Rear Brake Size :	11.8 in \| 300 mm.

Tires / Wheels
Tires :	245/40 R19 Pirelli P Zero
Wheels :	19-inch alloy

Recall

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign ID	21V524000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Consequence	A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Component	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign ID	22V746000
Summary	Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's 'fail-safe' limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Consequence	Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Component	VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
Mfr Report Date	20201029
NHTSA Campaign ID	21V00M000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Consequence	A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy	Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a wheelbase size of 111.80 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a length of 192.90 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a width of 73.20 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have?A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has 40.00 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have?A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has legroom of 46.10 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata was a Sedan.

Q: What tires did the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata had 245/40 R19 Pirelli P Zero tires.

Q: What type of wheels did the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata had 19-inch alloy wheels.

Q: What engine did the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have? A: The engine powering the 2021 Hyundai Sonata was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1600 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 180 HP (132.48 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1500 RPM.

Q: What transmissions did the 2021 Hyundai Sonata have? A: The 2021 Hyundai Sonata had the following gearbox options: 8 speed Automatic, CVVD.