2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid vs. 2025 Nissan Sentra Review

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2025 Hyundai
Sonata Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,000 to $37,450
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2025 Nissan
Sentra

MSRP*: $21,590 to $24,590
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MPG - City 44 MPG 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 51 MPG 38 - 40 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 192-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 149-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 192 hp 149 hp
Exterior Length 193.3 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 73.2 in 71.5 in
Leg Room Front 46.1 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 43.8 in
Rear 34.9 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 36.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid than the Nissan Sentra. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Sentra.

Convenience
With the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Nissan Sentra, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Sentra, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is much wider than the Nissan Sentra, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Sentra.

Handling
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has about the same turning radius as the Nissan Sentra, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is somewhat more powerful than the Nissan Sentra.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Sentra.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and the Nissan Sentra.