Does the 2021 Hyundai Sonata need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the SE FWD.
- All 9 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $225 more a year.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| SEL FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| Hybrid Blue FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 52 | $738 | $877 |
| SEL Plus FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| Hybrid SEL FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 47 | $817 | $970 |
| N Line FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| N-Line FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| Limited FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| Hybrid Limited FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 47 | $817 | $970 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Hyundai Elantra | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Nissan Altima | 2.5 S FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Volkswagen Passat | S FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Kia K5 | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Mazda MAZDA6 | Sport FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda Insight | LX FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree