Pros & Cons
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- First-rate ride quality.
- Luxurious interior.
- Large and easy-to-use touch screen.
- Extensive radio features.
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- Unimpressive acceleration.
- Shortage of apps.
- Mainly subscription-based connectivity.
2016 Hyundai Sonata Limited Specs
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel-Drive |
| Engine | 2-liter 4-cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
With its combination of sleek styling and segment-leading interior room and refinement, the Hyundai Sonata is one of the best midsize sedans available. The 2016 Sonata Hybrid Limited follows a path similar to its non-hybrid sibling in that it has a lot more to offer than just great fuel economy. After a week of testing, we found that gas mileage went even beyond our expectations, as did many other aspects of the car, save for an infotainment system that needs more connectivity options and apps.
How Much?
The 2016 Sonata Hybrid comes in a base SE trim that starts at $26,000, while the Limited that we tested starts at $30,100. Our test car also included the $4,500 Ultimate Package option, $125 carpeted floor mats, $130 all-weather floor mats, $55 wheel locks, and a $30 first-aid kit. With a $825 inland freight and handling charge added, the final sticker is $35,765.
View All What Does It Come With?
The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited comes with a 2.0-liter, 154-horsepower, four-cylinder gasoline engine and a 51-horsepower electric motor that combine for a net 193 horsepower (down slightly from the 199 horsepower of the 2015 model). Power is directed to the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. The Hybrid uses a 1.6-kWh lithium-ion battery charged by the engine and regenerative braking, but can only provide a few miles of all-electric driving.
Additional standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, HID xenon headlights, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather seating surfaces, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, power front seats with driver memory settings, manual rear window sunshades, Bluetooth for phone and audio, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Hyundai's Blue Link telematics system.
The Ultimate Package adds lane departure warning, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control with stop/start capability, automatic high beams, rear cross traffic alert, rear parking sensors, a panoramic sunroof, high-gloss window surrounds, an electronic parking brake, LED interior lights, a navigation system with an 8-inch display and SiriusXM Travel Link, and a 400-watt Infinity audio system with AM/FM HD Radio, Pandora Internet radio, CD player, USB port, and aux-in jack.
