Real price data
What should you pay for a 2021 Hyundai Sonata?
Original MSRP
$23,600
When new
Fair market price
$18,712
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$4,888
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $15,927 · 75th $20,350 · MSRP $23,600
Spread of current 2021 Hyundai Sonata listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
60
out of 100
strong leverage
~54 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
54days of supply
Balanced marketSupply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Hyundai Sonata.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2021 Hyundai Sonata inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$21,712–$22,656
Estimated dealer invoice — about $23,600 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.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $16,045 | $23,600 | $21,712–$22,656 |
| SEL | $17,401 | $25,800 | $23,736–$24,768 |
| SEL Plus | $19,159 | $28,200 | $25,944–$27,072 |
| N Line | $20,387 | $33,300 | $30,636–$31,968 |
| Limited | $20,818 | $33,950 | $31,234–$32,592 |
- SE
- $16,045
- SEL
- $17,401
- SEL Plus
- $19,159
- N Line
- $20,387
- Limited
- $20,818
Fuel economy
23
MPG city
33
MPG highway
27
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Hyundai Sonata configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Hyundai Sonata.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.
Campaign 21V524000 · 09/07/2021
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
Campaign 21V00M000 · 28/12/2021
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.
Campaign 22V746000 · 06/10/2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
Campaign 25V796000 · 18/11/2025
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2021 Hyundai Sonata?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $18,712, within a typical market range of $15,927 to $20,350.
Is the 2021 Hyundai Sonata cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $23,600, so a fair used price is roughly $4,888 below MSRP.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Hyundai Sonata?
There are about 54 days of national market supply for the 2021 Hyundai Sonata — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Hyundai Sonata.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Hyundai Sonata?
Negotiating leverage rates 60/100 (strong). ~54 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Hyundai Sonata?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $21,712–$22,656 — its $23,600 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 6/24/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.