Hyundai Sonata VII
Produced from 2015–2019, the Hyundai Sonata VII (LF) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 185 to 245 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 T-GDI, covers 0–100 km/h in 7.2 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.4 GDI leads the range at 30 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4855 × 1865 × 1475 mm on a 2805 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Hyundai Sonata VII (LF) was manufactured from 2015 – 2019 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 model years) as a sedan. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 185 to 245 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 30.0 MPG combined (2.4 GDI).
Power range
185–245 hp
Quickest 0–100
7.2 s
Best combined
30 MPG
Length
4.86 m
01Decision support
Which Sonata VII suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.4 GDI
30.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 10% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Sonata VII.
Performance · quickest
2.0 T-GDI
0–100 km/h in 7.2s · 245 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.4 GDIPetrol | 2.0 T-GDIPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Theta II | Theta II T |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.4L (2,359 cc) | 2.0L (1,998 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 185 hp / 138 kW | 245 hp / 183 kW |
| Torque | 241 Nm / 178 lb-ft | 352 Nm / 260 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.2 s |
| Top speed | 205 km/h (127 mph) | 240 km/h (149 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Highway | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) |
| Combined | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 162 g/km | 185 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,490 kg (3,285 lbs) | 1,585 kg (3,494 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2015–2019 | 2015–2019 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,855 mm
191.1 in
Width
1,865 mm
73.4 in
Height
1,475 mm
58.1 in
Wheelbase
2,805 mm
110.4 in
Curb weight spans 1,490–1,585 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Sonata VII: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Hyundai Sonata VII (LF)?
The Hyundai Sonata VII (LF) lineup offers 2 petrol: 2.4 GDI (185 hp), 2.0 T-GDI (245 hp).
How quick is the Hyundai Sonata VII (LF) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 T-GDI, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2s, reaching a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph) with the 2.0 T-GDI.
What is the most fuel-efficient Hyundai Sonata VII (LF) trim?
The 2.4 GDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 30.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 27–30 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Hyundai Sonata VII (LF)?
The Hyundai Sonata VII (LF) was produced from 2015 – 2019, spanning the following model years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Hyundai Sonata VII (LF)?
4855 mm long, 1865 mm wide, 1475 mm tall on a 2805 mm wheelbase (191.1 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Hyundai SonataCertification data, 2015–2019
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2015 Hyundai Sonata, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Hyundai official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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