Cars That Compare to the Hyundai Sonata

The search for your next new ride may have led you to the Hyundai Sonata, but your shopping may not be done yet. If you want to compare other vehicles that are similar to this model, you'll find several sedans to test drive.

Safety Ratings

  • The 2011 Hyundai Sonata received a "top pick" designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for the car's performance in crash and rollover tests, as well as evaluations of its restraint systems. Other 2011 midsize cars earning this rating included the Subaru Legacy, Volvo C30, Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Fusion.

Miles Per Gallon

  • The government's fuel economy website shows that a 2011 Hyundai Sonata with an automatic transmission gets 22 miles per gallon (MPG) in the city and 35 on the highway. Other family sedans with comparable fuel performance include the 2011 Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu and Mercury Milan.

Price

  • The Hyundai website shows a starting price of $19,195 for a base-model 2011 Sonata. Other midsize cars with starting prices under $20,000 for base models include the 2011 Ford Fusion, with a price tag of $19,695. The 2011 Nissan Sentra 2.0 starts at $15,520, according to the automaker's website.