The 2021 Hyundai Sonata is one of the best sedans in the market that is available in an affordable range. The vehicle has excellent engine performance, fuel economy and technology features. However, the 2021 Honda Accord is another sedan that is also quite popular for the exact same reasons. Therefore, we at Mathews Hyundai in Marion, OH, have done a comparison between the two sedans. Give it a read to learn which vehicle is the better choice for you.
2021 Hyundai Sonata |
Vs |
2021 Honda Accord |
SE, SEL, SEL Plus, N Line, Limited |
Trim Levels |
LX, Sport, Hybrid, Sport Special Edition, Hybrid EX, EX-L, Touring |
$23,950 |
Starting MSRP |
$24,970 |
290 hp |
Maximum Horsepower |
252 hp |
15.9 |
Maximum Fuel tank Capacity (Gallons) |
14.8 |
If we start with the price, then it is quite clear from the table above that the 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a much lower starting MSRP than the 2021 Honda Accord. Therefore, in case you have budget constraints, then the 2021 Hyundai Sonata emerges to be a much better option for you between the two sedans. However, just because the 2021 Hyundai Sonata costs less than the 2021 Honda Accord, it does not mean that you have to compromise on other areas. In fact, it’s quite the contrary.
For example, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line is powered by a 2.5-liter Turbo 4-Cylinder engine that is capable of producing 290 horsepower, whereas the 2021 Honda Accord Touring has a 2.0-liter In-Line 4-Cylinder engine that generates 252 horsepower. Hence, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata will give you a better engine performance, which is a major advantage in our opinion.
In terms of fuel efficiency, both vehicles are quite impressive. While the 2021 Honda Accord gives you a city and highway fuel rating of 30 mpg and 38 mpg, respectively, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a city and highway fuel rating of 28 mpg and 38 mpg, respectively. However, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata has a maximum fuel tank capacity of 15.9 gallons while that of the 2021 Honda Accord is 14.8 gallons.
Therefore, while the 2021 Honda Accord certainly gives great competition to the 2021 Hyundai Sonata, it is the Hyundai Sonata that comes out on top.