Limited FWD
What the Limited adds over the SE (+$9,875)
| Spec | SE | Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3120 lbs | 3336 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3120 lbs | 3336 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | Smartstream 1.6L Turbo-GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.8 gal | 15.9 gal |
| Second-row headroom | 38.4 in | 37.4 in |
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,450 | $35,325 |
| Tire size | 205/65R16 | 235/45R18 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 | 3.4 |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster, 6-way Power Front Passenger seat, 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar, 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar, Acoustic film front door glass, Adjustable Outboard Head Restraints (rear), Ambient lighting, Antenna - Diversity (navigation + premium audio), Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Blue Link Gen 2, Color Heads Up Display, Dual Fully Automatic Climate Control with outside temperature display, Full LED Rear Combi (Tail Light and Turn Signal / Brake LED), Gloss Black Side Rocker Panels, HERE HD Traffic, Hands-free Smart Trunk, Heated steering wheel, Highway Driving Assist, HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror), IMS: Driver's seat & side mirrors, LED Headlights (Matrix Type), Leather seating surfaces, Liquid Chrome Interior Accents, PTC Heater, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear (PCAA-R), Power Window - Passenger Auto Up/Down, Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start, Rain sensing wipers, Rear Bumper Parking Sensors, Rear Spoiler, Rear USB charge port, Remote Smart Parking Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Surround View Monitor, Ventilated Front Seats
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 284.5 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic (Button) |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 16 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 120.4 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Blue Link |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 192.9 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1598 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 1.6L Turbo-GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 180 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 37 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.9 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 46.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $35,325 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.9 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/45R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3336 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3336 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4354 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety33 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection & Junction Turning
- Smart Cruise Control w/ Start/Stop
- Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
- Surround View Monitor
- Advanced Airbags - Driver (1) and Front Passenger (1)
- Driver and Front Passenger Side-impact (4)
- Highway Driving Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear (PCAA-R)
- Rearview Monitor
- Side Air Curtains (front & rear passengers) (2)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Rear Bumper Parking Sensors
- Safe Exit Warning
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Anti-theft System integrated with Remote Keyless Entry System and Panic
- Automatic High Beam Assist
- Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Brake Assist
- Driver's Knee (1)
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners and Force Limiters
- Height Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors
- Hill Assist Control
- LATCH Lower Anchors (2 rear) and Upper Tether (3 rear) Anchors
- Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
- Power Window Lock-out Button
- Rear Occupant Alert (Door logic Type)
- Remote Smart Parking Assist
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) w/ Traction Control System (TCS)
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/ individual tire indicator
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- Color Heads Up Display
- Bluetooth Phone Controls
- Antenna - Diversity (navigation + premium audio)
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto capability
- Audio Controls (Volume up/down, Mode, Seek)
- Auxiliary MP3 input / USB/iPod jacks - Front center stack bin (1)
- Blue Link Gen 2
- HD Radio Technology with multicasting
- HERE HD Traffic
- Rear USB charge port
- Sirius XM Satellite Radio
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Hands-free Smart Trunk
- Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start
- 12-volt Outlet - Front Console (1)
- Power Door Locks (auto-lock function can be enabled by user)
- Power Window - Passenger Auto Up/Down
- Remote Keyless Entry System with Alarm/Panic
- Power Windows - Driver Auto Up/Down
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Defogger
- Cabin Air Filter
- Dual Fully Automatic Climate Control with outside temperature display
- PTC Heater
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seats
- 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar
- Ventilated Front Seats
- IMS: Driver's seat & side mirrors
- 6-way Power Front Passenger seat
- Adjustable Outboard Head Restraints (rear)
- Leather seating surfaces
Interior15 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror)
- 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster
- Adjustable Illumination Level
- Ambient lighting
- Assist Grips (4)
- Cupholders - 2 Front + 2 Rear (center armrest)
- Door panel bottle holders (4)
- Front Center Console - Fixed Armrest Storage Box
- Glove Compartment - Locking with damper
- Liquid Chrome Interior Accents
- Seatback Pockets (passenger side)
- Speedometer / Tachometer / Coolant Temperature / Fuel Level / Odometer / Trip Odometer gauges
- Rearview Mirror - Manual Day/Night
- Tilt & Telescopic
Exterior19 std · 0 opt
- Folding Mirrors - Dual Power
- Acoustic film front door glass
- Acoustic film windshield
- Chrome Window Surround Moldings
- Door Handles - Bodycolor/Chrome
- Front Windshield, variable intermittent, speed sensitive wipers
- Full LED Rear Combi (Tail Light and Turn Signal / Brake LED)
- Gloss Black Side Rocker Panels
- Glossy Chrome DLO trim
- Grille Type / Finish
- LED DRL (Separated Type)
- LED Headlights (Matrix Type)
- LED Rear Combi (Tail Light LED Only)
- Rain sensing wipers
- Rear Exhaust - Chrome-tipped
- Automatic Light Control
- Rear Window Defroster, electronic w/ timer
- Solar Control Glass
- Rear Spoiler
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Drive Configuration - FWD
- Drive mode select
- Shift-by-wire button control
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Sonata. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
Factory warranty running out?
The 2023 Hyundai Sonata is in the years where transmission, electronics and drivetrain repairs land on the owner. What an extended plan does and does not cover is worth reading before a dealer quotes you one.
What to check before you buy →Affiliate disclosure: some links on this page are affiliate links. If you request a quote or buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Nothing on this page changes because of it.
Common questions about the Limited
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata Limited?
The manufacturer lists $35,325 for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata Limited. That is $9,875 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata Limited add over the SE?
Against the SE, 36 features become standard that the SE does not and 17 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.