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2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 20–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2005. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata at a glance
The 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata covers 4 model years in the EPA database (16 configurations in all), rated 20–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2005, costs about $2,840 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (23 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2003 and 2005; 2004 repeat the values of the year before.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | Same EPA ratings as 2003 |
| 2003 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | First year |
What the 2005 Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$237
$2,840 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.73
Per 100 miles
$18.93
Five years
$14,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$600less a year
Class median $3,440 a year, MY2005
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Hyundai Sonata MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sonata 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sonata 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
2004 Hyundai Sonata MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2003
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2004 Hyundai Sonata as for the 2003 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2003 section above.See 2003
2003 Hyundai Sonata MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sonata 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sonata 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
2002 Hyundai Sonata MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,270/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Sonata 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sonata 2.7L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,860 in California and $2,480 in Texas, a $1,380 difference.
- California $3,860
- Washington $3,580
- New York $2,840
- Florida $2,680
- Texas $2,480
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA rates the 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata at 20–23 MPG combined across 16 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2005 Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 28 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata?
Every model year of the 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata tops out at 23 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2003 and 2005. In 2004 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2001 Hyundai Sonata) is rated 20–22 MPG combined and costs $2,970–$3,270 a year to fuel; the 2002-2005 model is rated 20–23 MPG and costs $2,840–$3,270 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Hyundai Sonata per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,840 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,840–$3,270 a year. That is a $430 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2005 Hyundai Sonata 100 miles?
About $18.93 per 100 miles for the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.93 and $21.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2005 Hyundai Sonata more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 20 city and 28 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2005 Hyundai Sonata compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,840 a year to fuel, $600 less than the class median of $3,440, and less than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 114 rated midsize car configurations for MY2005, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2005 Hyundai Sonata different from the 2004 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2005 against 4 configurations for 2004. See the 2004 Hyundai Sonata for that year.