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2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 24–37 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 large car configurations, MY2014. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata at a glance
The 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata covers 4 model years in the EPA database (17 configurations in all), rated 24–37 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2014, costs about $1,780 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (37 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2012, 2013 and 2014. The best combined rating in the generation, 37 MPG, was reached in 2013 and 2014.
2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–37 MPG | $1,780–$2,680 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Hybrid | 26–37 MPG | $1,780–$2,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas, Hybrid | 26–36 MPG | $1,810–$2,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas, Hybrid | 26–36 MPG | $1,810–$2,540 | First year |
What the 2014 Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$199
$2,390 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.98
Per 100 miles
$15.93
Five years
$11,950
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the large car median
$1,420less a year
Class median $3,810 a year, MY2014
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Hyundai Sonata MPG
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 37 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,780.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 27 | $2,390 |
| Sonata 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 31 | 24 | $2,680 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 35 | 38 | 37 | $1,780 |
| Hybrid Limited | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 35 | 38 | 37 | $1,790 |
2013 Hyundai Sonata MPG
26–37 MPG · $1,780–$2,510/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 36 to 37 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,810 to $1,780, $30 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Sonata 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,510 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 35 | 38 | 37 | $1,780 |
| Hybrid Limited | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 35 | 38 | 37 | $1,790 |
2012 Hyundai Sonata MPG
26–36 MPG · $1,810–$2,510/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 36 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,810.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Sonata 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,510 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 34 | 39 | 36 | $1,810 |
2011 Hyundai Sonata MPG
26–36 MPG · $1,810–$2,540/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 34 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Sonata 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,540 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 34 | 39 | 36 | $1,810 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,250 in California and $2,090 in Texas, a $1,160 difference.
- California $3,250
- Washington $3,010
- New York $2,390
- Florida $2,260
- Texas $2,090
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2014 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 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA rates the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata at 24–37 MPG combined across 17 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2014 Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 37 MPG (35 city, 38 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 24–27 MPG; Hybrid: 36–37 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata?
The Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 37 MPG, in 2013 and 2014. The lowest top rating, 36 MPG, was in 2011 and 2012.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2012, 2013 and 2014.
How does the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata) is rated 21–25 MPG combined and costs $2,610–$3,110 a year to fuel; the 2011-2014 model is rated 24–37 MPG and costs $1,780–$2,680 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 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 $2,390 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $1,780–$2,680 a year. That is a $900 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2014 Hyundai Sonata 100 miles?
About $15.93 per 100 miles for the Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $11.87 and $17.87 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2014 Hyundai Sonata compare with other large car configurations?
The Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,390 a year to fuel, $1,420 less than the class median of $3,810, and less than 9 of 10 large car configurations. The comparison covers all 98 rated large car configurations for MY2014, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD) is rated 37 MPG against 27 MPG for the best gas version (Sonata 2.4L 4-cyl FWD), 10 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,780 versus $2,390 a year, a saving of $610.
Is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata different from the 2013 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 37 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,780. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2014 against 5 configurations for 2013. See the 2013 Hyundai Sonata for that year.