Hyundai Sonata VIII
Produced from 2020–present, the Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 191 to 290 hp. The quickest version, the N Line 2.5 T-GDI, covers 0–100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.5 GDI leads the range at 32 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4900 × 1859 × 1445 mm on a 2840 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 VIII (DN8) was manufactured from 2020 – present (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a sedan. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 191 to 290 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 32.0 MPG combined (2.5 GDI).
Power range
191–290 hp
Quickest 0–100
5.7 s
Best combined
32 MPG
Length
4.90 m
01Decision support
Which Sonata VIII suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.5 GDI
32.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 16% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Sonata VIII.
Performance · quickest
N Line 2.5 T-GDI
0–100 km/h in 5.7s · 290 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.5 GDIPetrol | N Line 2.5 T-GDIPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Smartstream G2.5 | Smartstream G2.5T |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.5L (2,497 cc) | 2.5L (2,497 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 191 hp / 142 kW | 290 hp / 216 kW |
| Torque | 246 Nm / 181 lb-ft | 422 Nm / 311 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.1 s | 5.7 s |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Highway | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100km) | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) |
| Combined | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 155 g/km | 188 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,470 kg (3,241 lbs) | 1,615 kg (3,560 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2020–present | 2020–present |
03Then vs now
DN8 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. LF |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +45 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -1.5 s |
| Best combined MPG | +2 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +5 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the LF, the DN8 is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the LF's typically lower asking prices.
View the LF spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,900 mm
192.9 in
Width
1,859 mm
73.2 in
Height
1,445 mm
56.9 in
Wheelbase
2,840 mm
111.8 in
Curb weight spans 1,470–1,615 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Sonata VIII: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8)?
The Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8) lineup offers 2 petrol: 2.5 GDI (191 hp), N Line 2.5 T-GDI (290 hp).
How quick is the Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the N Line 2.5 T-GDI, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the N Line 2.5 T-GDI.
What is the most fuel-efficient Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8) trim?
The 2.5 GDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 32.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 27–32 combined MPG.
How does the DN8 compare to the previous Hyundai Sonata?
Against the LF predecessor it replaces, the DN8 is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8)?
The Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8) was produced from 2020 – present, spanning the following model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Hyundai Sonata VIII (DN8)?
4900 mm long, 1859 mm wide, 1445 mm tall on a 2840 mm wheelbase (192.9 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Hyundai SonataCertification data, 2020–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2020 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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