MPGTerminal
52/100
2025Large CarsRegular

2025 Hyundai Sonata FWD

EPA ID: 48045
28
City MPG
32
Combined MPG
32MPG· Excellent
38
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2025 Hyundai Sonata FWD achieves an EPA-estimated 32 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 28 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (s8), this large cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2025 Sonata FWD produces approximately 281 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Sonata FWD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,850, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassLarge Cars
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine2.5L 4-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions281 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score6/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,850
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

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Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
31.8
Impact vs EPA
+$12
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$643/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$20,000
51.8%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,203
21.2%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$10,000
25.9%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.0%
Total 5-Year Cost$38,603

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,850
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $1,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City28 MPG
Highway38 MPG
Combined32 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

56.2 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 70 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.7 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.