2026 Genesis G80 vs 2026 Hyundai Sonata
The Genesis G80 wins clearly, 95.6 to 82.1, on fuel & range. The Hyundai Sonata is ahead on safety.
2026 Genesis G80
The 2026 Genesis G80 is sold in the U.S. as a electric and gas large sedan with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Electrified G80, is E…
2026 Hyundai Sonata
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large sedan with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sonata Hybrid Blue,…
2026 Genesis G80
Clear winThe Genesis G80 wins clearly, 95.6 to 82.1, on fuel & range. The Hyundai Sonata is ahead on safety.
| Category · weight | 2026 Hyundai Sonataoverall 82.1 | 2026 Genesis G80overall 95.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 62.2 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 97 | 92.3 |
| Space & cargow 2 | no data | no data |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 82.1 | 95.6 |
Hyundai Sonata: model-level data · Genesis G80: model-level data. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHyundai Sonata
Top recalls
- highElectrical System26V047000 · 41,651 vehicles
Genesis G80
Top recalls
- highElectrical System26V019000 · 83,877 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Hyundai Sonata | Genesis G80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — |
| Price range across trims | — | — |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | BEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Sonata Hybrid Blue | Electrified G80 |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 51 | 96 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,200 | $800 |
| EV range | — | 300 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Hyundai Sonata or the 2026 Genesis G80?
The Genesis G80 wins clearly, 95.6 to 82.1, on fuel & range. The Hyundai Sonata is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Genesis G80 scores 95.6 and the 2026 Hyundai Sonata 82.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Hyundai Sonata or the 2026 Genesis G80?
2026 Hyundai Sonata: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Genesis G80: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.