Where there's room on price
46
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 46 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 5% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2018 Hyundai Sonata Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$11,776
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$3,900$20,000
- Typical market range
- $9,995–$14,995
- Typical asking price
- $11,776
- Original MSRP range
- $22,050–$27,400
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
46
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,286–$21,168
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,050 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $10,046 | $22,050 | $20,286–$21,168 |
| Sport | $12,219 | $25,200 | $23,184–$24,192 |
| SEL | $12,308 | $23,700 | $21,804–$22,752 |
| Limited | $13,488 | $27,400 | $25,208–$26,304 |
| Eco | $15,349 | $22,650 | $20,838–$21,744 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$8,658$18,723$28,788
Typical askingSE
$10,046
SE: typical asking price $10,046, original MSRP $22,050, estimated dealer cost $20,286 to $21,168.
Sport
$12,219
Sport: typical asking price $12,219, original MSRP $25,200, estimated dealer cost $23,184 to $24,192.
SEL
$12,308
SEL: typical asking price $12,308, original MSRP $23,700, estimated dealer cost $21,804 to $22,752.
Limited
$13,488
Limited: typical asking price $13,488, original MSRP $27,400, estimated dealer cost $25,208 to $26,304.
Eco
$15,349
Eco: typical asking price $15,349, original MSRP $22,650, estimated dealer cost $20,838 to $21,744.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Hyundai Sonata runs about $12,087 in MT to $13,583 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $854 | $110+ | $12,740 |
| TX | $736 | $332 | $12,844 |
| FL | $707 | $1,074+ | $13,557 |
| NY | $471 | $371 | $12,618 |
| PA | $707 | $587 | $13,070 |
| IL | $736 | $683 | $13,195 |
| OH | $677 | $444 | $12,897 |
| GA | $824 | $637 | $13,237 |
| NC | $353 | $793 | $12,922 |
| WA | $765 | $215+ | $12,756 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $12,301 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
28
MPG city
37
MPG highway
31
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Hyundai Sonata configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Campaign 21V619000 · 06/08/2021
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
Used 2018 Hyundai Sonata listings ask about $11,776 at typical mileage, with most listings between $9,995 and $14,995. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Hyundai Sonata cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,050, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $10,274 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $12,087 in MT to $13,583 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
There are about 46 days of national market supply for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Hyundai Sonata fair?
Not always. 2018 Hyundai Sonata listings typically ask about $12,334, roughly 5% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $11,776. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,286–$21,168 — its $22,050 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/30/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.