Hyundai Sonata 2014–2017 car dimensions: 4855 mm long, 1865 mm wide and 1475 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,475 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin offers a driver-focused layout with an angled centre stack. Base models have air conditioning and a basic audio system, while higher grades add dual-zone automatic climate control. Cruise control is fitted across the range. A colour touchscreen is available or standard on mid and top grades, with 5-inch, 7-inch or 8-inch options including navigation on some. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay became available via update on navigation-equipped models. Reversing camera is standard. Higher trims add rear parking sensors, blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning and, from 2016, automatic emergency braking plus smart cruise control on select packages.
Boot space measures 462 litres with seats up. The 60/40 split-folding rear seats allow flexible loading for longer items. Hybrid versions have reduced capacity around 340 litres due to battery packaging.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1300 kg with unbraked at 750 kg in markets where rated. Some regions list towing as not recommended. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are noted for work use. Payload figures are not consistently published across global specs.
The cabin is quiet with sound insulation and special bushings reducing noise. It feels roomy with large passenger volume and a driver-oriented center stack. Higher grades add leather surfaces, dual-zone climate control with rear vents, power seats with lumbar, heated fronts and rears, plus available ventilated fronts and heated steering wheel for comfort in all weather.
EPA fuel estimates: 25 city/37 hwy/29 combined for 2.4L SE. 24/35/28 for Sport and Limited. 23/32/26 for 2.0T. higher for Eco and Hybrid variants.
Oil and filter change every 7,500 miles or 6 months under normal conditions.
IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating.
NHTSA overall 5-star safety rating.
Standard safety kit: seven airbags including driver knee airbag, Vehicle Stability Management, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Fuel economy varies by powertrain. The base 2.4-liter GDI four-cylinder delivers solid efficiency around 24-25 mpg city and 35-37 highway depending on trim. The available 2.0-liter turbo drops to 23 city and 32 highway. Eco and Hybrid models improve on those figures for lower running costs.
Servicing follows a straightforward schedule. Normal oil changes come every 7,500 miles or six months. Turbo engines start with an earlier first change then settle into regular intervals. Coolant flushes begin at 60,000 miles.
Safety stands out with strong crash results. It earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ and a full NHTSA five-star overall score. Every car includes seven airbags with a new knee bag, full stability and traction controls, ABS, and tire pressure monitoring. Higher grades or packages add Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert as standard, plus available Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, and Adaptive Cruise Control.
Living with the car means enjoying a refined quiet ride and easy-to-use features that hold up over time. The stiff structure and insulation keep the cabin calm on long trips. Routine care stays simple and the available tech aids help avoid issues on the road.
Length 4855 mm, Width 1865 mm, Height 1475 mm, Wheelbase 2805 mm (Sonata 2014–2017)
Sources: manufacturer data, Hyundai Motor America 2015 Sonata specifications PDF, Hyundai Canada 2015 Sonata brochure, Wikipedia LF gen overview.