- Newest year: 2010
- Gas
- Large cars
- Same as 2009
2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 21–25 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 10 of 10 large car configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata at a glance
The 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata covers 5 model years in the EPA database (15 configurations in all), rated 21–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $2,610 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (25 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008 and 2009; 2007 and 2010 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.
2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Gas | 22–25 MPG | $2,610–$2,970 | Same EPA ratings as 2009 |
| 2009 | Gas | 22–25 MPG | $2,610–$2,970 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 22–25 MPG | $2,610–$2,970 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 21–25 MPG | $2,610–$3,110 | Same EPA ratings as 2006 |
| 2006 | Gas | 21–25 MPG | $2,610–$3,110 | First year |
What the 2010 Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$218
$2,610 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.35
Per 100 miles
$17.40
Five years
$13,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the large car median
$1,020less a year
Class median $3,630 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Hyundai Sonata MPG
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2010 Hyundai Sonata as for the 2009 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2009 section above.See 2009
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 32 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Sonata 3.3L 6-cyl | 3.3L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 29 | 22 | $2,970 |
2009 Hyundai Sonata MPG
22–25 MPG · $2,610–$2,970/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,610.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 32 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Sonata 3.3L 6-cyl | 3.3L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 29 | 22 | $2,970 |
2008 Hyundai Sonata MPG
22–25 MPG · $2,610–$2,970/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,610.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Sonata 3.3L 6-cyl | 3.3L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $2,970 |
2007 Hyundai Sonata MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2006
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 2007 Hyundai Sonata as for the 2006 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2006 section above.See 2006
2006 Hyundai Sonata MPG
21–25 MPG · $2,610–$3,110/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Sonata 3.3L 6-cyl | 3.3L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,110 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,550 in California and $2,280 in Texas, a $1,270 difference.
- California $3,550
- Washington $3,290
- New York $2,610
- Florida $2,470
- Texas $2,280
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 large car models.
Generations
- 2000-2001 (EF)
- 2002-2005
- 2006-2010 (NF)
- 2011-2014 (YF)
- 2015-2019 (LF)
- 2020-2027* (DN8)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA rates the 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata at 21–25 MPG combined across 15 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 25 MPG (22 city, 32 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata?
Every model year of the 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata tops out at 25 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008 and 2009. In 2007 and 2010 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata) is rated 20–23 MPG combined and costs $2,840–$3,270 a year to fuel; the 2006-2010 model is rated 21–25 MPG and costs $2,610–$3,110 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 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 $2,610 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,610–$2,970 a year. That is a $360 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Hyundai Sonata 100 miles?
About $17.40 per 100 miles for the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $17.40 and $19.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Hyundai Sonata more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 22 city and 32 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 10 MPG.
How does the 2010 Hyundai Sonata compare with other large car configurations?
The Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,610 a year to fuel, $1,020 less than the class median of $3,630, and less than 10 of 10 large car configurations. The comparison covers all 67 rated large car configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Hyundai Sonata different from the 2009 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2009 and 2010: 3 configurations rated 22–25 MPG combined. See the 2009 Hyundai Sonata for that year.