Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid

20162019 · 4 configurations

Lowest
39
Average
39
Best
40

The Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid has been tested by the EPA across 4 different configurations spanning model years 2016 through 2019. Over this period, the Sonata Plug-in Hybrid has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 39 MPG to 40 MPG, with an overall average of 39 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2019
39
2018
39
2017
39
2016
40

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Sonata Plug-in Hybrid) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Hyundai Hyundai Sonata grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
607
Total Deaths
242

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
6.8%
Fire Occurrence
3.0%
Speeding Involved
15.3%
DUI Involved
15.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

81%
Front
10%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes100
Fatalities
42
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2022
Fatal Crashes99
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2021
Fatal Crashes110
Fatalities
51
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2020
Fatal Crashes75
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2019
Fatal Crashes77
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2018
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes50
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2016
Fatal Crashes27
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.19
2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2017
2
2016
9
Critical
Moderate
Advisory