2022 HyundaiSonata Hybrid Blue

Overview

The 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue is a front-wheel-drive gasoline hybrid in the EPA’s Large Cars class. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine works with an automatic transmission, and its official fuel economy rating is 52 MPG combined: 50 MPG in city driving and 54 MPG on the highway.

The EPA lists annual fuel costs of $1,300 and tailpipe emissions of 172 grams of CO2 per mile. Those figures give buyers a straightforward basis for estimating fuel use and comparing the Sonata Hybrid Blue with other vehicles. Actual costs will depend on driving and fuel prices.

For more models from the same maker, see Hyundai cars.

Key features

Hybrid power and efficiency

The Sonata Hybrid Blue combines a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine with hybrid operation. It is not an all-electric vehicle: gasoline is its listed fuel, and its EPA rating is expressed in miles per gallon rather than electric range. The official ratings are 50 MPG city, 54 MPG highway, and 52 MPG combined.

Configuration

This model is classified as a car and has front-wheel drive. Its transmission is listed as an automatic AM-S6. The EPA identifies it as a Large Car, while NHTSA describes the vehicle as a 2022 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD.

Who it's for

The Sonata Hybrid Blue may suit buyers who want a gasoline-powered sedan with hybrid efficiency and do not need an all-electric vehicle. Its combined rating of 52 MPG and EPA annual fuel-cost estimate of $1,300 are useful reference points for comparing expected fuel use. The city and highway ratings also help buyers consider how their driving mix aligns with the vehicle’s official figures.

It may also be relevant to dealers and fleets comparing sedan fuel economy, or to garages and service businesses tracking a specific model-year configuration. The available facts identify the powertrain and vehicle class, but do not describe maintenance intervals, service procedures, equipment, cabin space, or cargo capacity.

Pros and cons

Pros

• EPA-rated at 52 MPG combined, with 50 MPG city and 54 MPG highway.
• EPA annual fuel-cost estimate of $1,300.
• NHTSA lists a five-star overall safety rating, with five stars for side crash and rollover ratings.

Cons and considerations

• It uses gasoline and has no electric range figure in the available specifications, so it is not an alternative for buyers seeking an all-electric car.
• The available ratings do not provide purchase pricing or information about equipment and interior features.
• NHTSA records 93 complaints and three recalls for the listed vehicle record; these counts do not establish the condition or history of any individual car.

Verdict

The 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue is a front-wheel-drive large car whose main documented appeal is its EPA-rated fuel economy: 52 MPG combined. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline hybrid setup, $1,300 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate, and five-star NHTSA overall safety rating provide useful comparison points. Buyers should weigh those figures against their need for electric driving, then check the specific vehicle’s history and details before making a purchase decision.