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2012 Hyundai Sonata MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Hyundai Sonata is a large car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 27 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 26 to 27 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 24 large cars rated for 2012, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,722 a year to fuel.

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Combined 27 MPG 24 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,722 15,000 mi/yr · $11.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #2 of 24 Large Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Hyundai Sonata's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2410.29.8
Highway3414.56.9
Combined2711.58.7

How it ranks among 2012 Large Cars

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  1. 1Tesla Model S89 MPGe $1,026
  2. 2Hyundai Sonata27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Dodge Charger23 MPG $2,022
  4. 4Chrysler 30023 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Hyundai Azera23 MPG $2,022
  6. 24Maybach Landaulet12 MPG $4,938
2012 SonataOther large carsClass median: $2,821/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Sonata MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Sonata		 Gas 24 MPG 34 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Sonata		 Gas 24 MPG 34 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Sonata		 Gas 22 MPG 33 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
104 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
329 g/mi

2012 Hyundai Sonata vs. rivals

vs Dodge Charger 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Sonata saves $300/yr vs Chrysler 300 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Sonata saves $300/yr vs Chevrolet Impala 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Sonata saves $391/yr vs Ford Taurus 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Sonata saves $391/yr vs Toyota Avalon 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Sonata saves $391/yr vs Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 36 MPG · $1,292/yr Sonata Hybrid saves $431/yr vs Hyundai Azera 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Sonata saves $300/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (36 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata?

Up to 27 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 26 to 27 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Hyundai Sonata use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Hyundai Sonata?

The 2012 Hyundai Sonata's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Hyundai Sonata per year?

About $1,722 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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