The Hyundai Sonata has been one of the best-selling sedans in the mid-size sedan segment but has lost its charm in front of much newer and better segment rivals.

The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is one of the most capable sedans out there that offers great features at an affordable price. The exterior is elegant, while the interior is comfortable. The sloping roofline adds to the character of the vehicle but then limits the headroom at the rear. Starting at a base price of $22,000, the 2014 Hyundai Sonata can reach up to $30,000 for the top trim. Thus the Sonata competes with the likes of Ford Fusion and the Acura ILX.

We would recommend opting for the top Limited trim as it provides the best set of features that you can get with the 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The Limited trim is equipped with a 2.4-liter inline 4 cylinder engine, while there is an option to choose the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine as well for improved power output. Available at a price of $29,500 for the basic engine, the Limited trim provides a great value for the money spent.

2015 Hyundai Sonata Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

Earlier Price: $7,500 (14 Nov 2024)

2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS

GLS 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

Earlier Price: $6,999 (15 Aug 2024)

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2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport

Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

Earlier Price: $9,000 (18 Oct 2024)

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SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

2014 Hyundai Sonata User Reviews

Overall Rating: 3.5 (1 Reviews)

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Samantha J Reno

2014 Hyundai Sonata

••3.5

Posted On: May 19, 2024

Hyundai Has My Heart

Pros
•Rides so smooth, •The speaker system is absolutely amazing

Cons
•It doesn't have automatic start, •Seats don't adjust the way I want

This is my first experience as a Hyundai car owner and I can already guarantee that I will always own a Hyundai. My car is used but it was taken care of. It drives and rides extremely smooth and has that speed without making the car shake. Plenty of space for my family of 5 and the trunk space is enormous. Gas mileage is absolutely mind blowing and love that I can just drive without my gas being ... Read more

2014 Hyundai Sonata Review

Pros

Great engine performance
High fuel economy
Elegant styling
Generous warranty

Cons

Restricted rear headroom
Rough ride

The Hyundai Sonata has been one of the best-selling sedans in the mid-size sedan segment but has lost its charm in front of much newer and better segment rivals.

Overview

Pricing and Features
9.0/10

The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is available in three trim options, namely the GLS, SE, and the Limited. The GLS base variant starts at an affordable $22,000. Even if the price is on the lower side, the base trim itself gets multiple features as standard. The SE trim adds in bigger wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, and carbon-fiber interior trim and is available at a price of $25,000. The top Limited trim is available at a price of $29,500 and adds in more comfort features.

Trims	GLS	SE	Limited
MSRP	$22,000	$25,000	$29,500
Key Features	16-inch alloy wheels	18-inch alloy wheels	Adds to the SE trim:
	Cruise control	Sport-tuned suspension	17-inch alloy wheels
	Heated mirrors	Dark chrome grille	Leather upholstery
	Tilt-and-telescoping steering column	Dual chrome exhaust tips	Ventilated driver seat
	Hyundai's BlueLink telematics system	Keyless ignition/entry	Rear climate vents
	Six-speaker sound system	Simulated carbon-fiber interior trim	Unique interior accents
	Optional GLS Popular Equipment package

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Engine and Performance
7.9/10

The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is available with a 2.4-liter inline-4 cylinder engine that generates 190 hp along with 179-pound feet of torque. The engine is mated with a 6-speed shiftable transmission and delivers the power to the front wheels as standard.

It is not the quickest in comparison but reaches the 60 mph mark from standstill in 8.2 seconds. A similar performance is seen in the quarter-mile acceleration, where it takes 16.5 seconds to cover the distance. A 2.0L turbocharged engine is available with the top two trims and offers a better output of 274 hp.

Model	Hyundai Sonata Sedan	Ford Fusion Sedan	Acura ILX Sedan
MSRP	$21,450	$23,935	$29,200
Engine	2.4-liter inline-4	2.5-liter inline-4	2.4-liter inline-4
Drivetrain	front-wheel drive	front-wheel drive	front-wheel drive
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed Manual
Power	190 hp @ 6300 rpm	175 hp @ 6000 rpm	201 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque	179 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm	175 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm	170 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
0-60 mph (sec)	8.2	9.1	6.8
Quarter-mile (sec)	16.5	16.5	15.6
Top Speed (mph)	147	105	155

The Acura ILX is the most powerful vehicle in this comparison with a power output of 201 hp, while the Ford Fusion is at the bottom of the table with a power output of 175 hp. The Fusion is also the slowest in the pack, where it takes 9.1 seconds for 0-60 mph, while the Acura is the quickest at 6.8 seconds. The Acura also has the highest top speed of 155 mph, while the Hyundai Sonata tops out at 147 mph.

Fuel Economy
8.0/10

The 2.4-liter engine is as efficient as it is powerful. The 2014 Hyundai Sonata provides a mileage of 24 mpg in the city, which improves to a staggering 34 mpg on the highway. Thus combined together, we get a mileage of 25 mpg. The Sonata houses an 18.5-gallon fuel tank, which provides a maximum range of 647 miles.

Model	Hyundai Sonata Sedan	Ford Fusion Sedan	Acura ILX Sedan
MPG (City)	24	22	22
MPG (Highway)	35	34	31
MPG (Combined)	25	26	25
Fuel Capacity (gal)	18.5 gal.	16.5 gal.	13.2 gal.
Range (City/Highway/Combined) (Miles)	444/647/462.5	363/561/429	290.4/409/330

The Ford Fusion has a slightly better-combined fuel economy of 26 mpg, while the Acura ILX has the same combined mileage of 25 mpg even after being more powerful and much quicker than the Sonata. But the Acura has a much smaller fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gallons, which limits the maximum range to 409 miles.

Interior
7.9/10

The interior of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata is one of the most beautiful settings you’ll see in this segment. The well-laid-out design along with comfortable seats and ergonomic placement of controls makes sitting in the cabin a delight. The attractive blue backlighting takes this to a new level.

The rear seat heating available on the top Limited trim is unlike anything seen in this segment. But the sloping roof takes away a considerable amount of headroom at the rear and thus feels a bit uncomfortable. But the front seats have enough spacing for passengers for a comfortable ride.

Model	Hyundai Sonata Sedan	Ford Fusion Sedan	Acura ILX Sedan
Seating Capacity	5	5	5
Front Row (Head / Shoulder / Leg) (in)	40/57.9/45.5	39.2/57.8/44.3	38/55.6/42.3
Rear Row (Head / Shoulder / Leg) (in)	37.6/56.7/34.6	37.8/56.9/38.3	35.9/53.5/34
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)	16.4 cu.ft.	16 cu.ft.	12.3 cu.ft.

All the vehicles in comparison can accommodate up to 5 passengers inside the cabin. The Sonata provides the largest cargo volume of 16.4 cu.ft, but the Ford Fusion is not much behind with a cargo volume of 16 cu.ft. The Acura lacks this and provides a smaller 12.3 cu.ft of cargo volume. Major interior features include-

Tilt-and-telescoping steering column
60/40-split rear seatback
LED interior lighting
Leatherette door-panel inserts
Heated front seats
Eight-way power driver seat

How is the 2014 Hyundai Sonata’s infotainment system?

The infotainment system of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata consists of general features like Bluetooth connectivity, a 6-speaker audio system, CD player, satellite radio, USB ports, and iPod integration as standard. The optional package with the GLS adds an HD radio and a 4.3-inch touchscreen audio display.

The SE Premium package adds in a much better 10-speaker Dimension audio system along with a navigation system and a bigger 8-inch touchscreen display. Here is a list of the infotainment system features available in the 2014 Hyundai Sonata:

Bluetooth connectivity
6-speaker audio system
CD player
satellite radio
USB ports
iPod integration
4.3-inch touchscreen audio display
10-speaker Dimension audio system (optional)
Navigation system (optional)
8-inch touchscreen display (optional)

Exterior
9.0/10

The exterior of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata is as elegant and beautiful as the interior. The design is not fancy, but sleek and delivers a premium feel to it. The roofline slope at the rear, which cuts down on the rear-seat headroom, is aesthetically pleasing.

The Hyundai has a curb weight of 3,245 pounds, which is not the heaviest in the competition. The length, width, and height measure 190 inches, 72 inches, and 58 inches, respectively.

Model	Hyundai Sonata Sedan	Ford Fusion Sedan	Acura ILX Sedan
Curb Weight (lbs)	3245 lbs.	3431 lbs.	2978 lbs.
Length (in)	190 in.	192 in.	179 in.
Width (in)	72 in.	73 in.	72 in.
Height (in)	58 in.	58.1 in.	56 in.
Ground Clearance (in)	5	6	4
Wheelbase (in)	110 in.	112.2 in.	105.1 in.

The Ford Fusion is the heaviest with a curb weight of 3,431 pounds, while the Acura ILX is the lightest at 2,978 pounds. While the Fusion and Sonata have similar dimensions, the Acura is the shortest in length with 179 inches. The Fusion has the highest ground clearance of 6 inches, while the Acura sits closer to the ground at 4 inches. Major exterior highlights of the sedan are-

16-inch alloy wheels
Air-conditioning
Cruise control
Full power accessories
Heated mirrors
Automatic headlights
Turn-signal repeaters within outside mirrors

Safety
8.9/10

The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is one of the safest vehicles out there, with the NHTSA giving it a perfect 5-star rating, along with the IIHS giving it a ‘Good’ rating for most of the testing segments, except the small front overlap segment. Thus the Hyundai Sonata ensures the safety of the passengers in case of an accident. Along with that, the Sonata gets multiple safety features which further improves the safety factor of the vehicle. Here is a list of those features:

Anti Lock braking system
Traction control
Stability control
Airbags
Blind-spot monitoring system
Hyundai's emergency telematics system
Remote door lock control

Final Verdict

The 2014 Hyundai Sonata is one of the most feature-rich vehicles in this segment within a price bracket of $22,000 to $30,000. The 2.4-liter engine is powerful and provides great performance, while still being economical on fuel efficiency. There is also an option to opt for the turbocharged variant which improves the power output. The exterior looks unique as well as the interiors. Thus if you are looking for a complete package as your daily driver, the 2014 Hyundai Sonata should surely be on your list.

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Hyundai Has My Heart

Pros•Rides so smooth, •The speaker system is absolutely amazing

Cons •It doesn't have automatic start, •Seats don't adjust the way I want

2014 Hyundai Sonata Review

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Overview

Pricing and Features9.0/10

Engine and Performance7.9/10

Fuel Economy8.0/10

Interior7.9/10

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Exterior9.0/10

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Final Verdict

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Pros
•Rides so smooth, •The speaker system is absolutely amazing

Cons
•It doesn't have automatic start, •Seats don't adjust the way I want

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9.0/10

Engine and Performance
7.9/10

Fuel Economy
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