Where there's room on price
60
/ 100 (strong)
Approx. 109 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2026 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
$26,734
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$22,364$31,890
- Typical market range
- $25,464–$28,150
- Typical asking price
- $26,734
- Original MSRP range
- $27,300–$35,900
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
3 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
109
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
Manufacturer programs
Factory offers near you
See current cash and financing programs for a 2026 Hyundai Sonata. Programs can vary by ZIP and are separate from any dealer's written price.
Programs stay separate so you can compare their terms without a misleading combined total.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$25,116–$26,208
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,300 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 | $24,922 | $27,300 | $25,116–$26,208 |
| SEL | $27,425 | $30,650 | $28,198–$29,424 |
| N Line | $33,029 | $35,900 | $33,028–$34,464 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$24,044$30,411$36,778
Typical askingSE
$24,922
SE: typical asking price $24,922, original MSRP $27,300, estimated dealer cost $25,116 to $26,208.
SEL
$27,425
SEL: typical asking price $27,425, original MSRP $30,650, estimated dealer cost $28,198 to $29,424.
N Line
$33,029
N Line: typical asking price $33,029, original MSRP $35,900, estimated dealer cost $33,028 to $34,464.
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 2026 Hyundai Sonata runs about $27,045 in MT to $29,532 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 | $1,938 | $110+ | $28,782 |
| TX | $1,671 | $332 | $28,737 |
| FL | $1,604 | $1,074+ | $29,412 |
| NY | $1,069 | $371 | $28,174 |
| PA | $1,604 | $587 | $28,925 |
| IL | $1,671 | $683 | $29,088 |
| OH | $1,537 | $444 | $28,715 |
| GA | $1,871 | $637 | $29,242 |
| NC | $802 | $793 | $28,329 |
| WA | $1,738 | $215+ | $28,687 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $27,259 |
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
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.
Campaign 26V047000 · 27/01/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
What the experts say
8.7/ 10
Based on 3 expert reviews from 3 sources
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Hyundai Sonata earns an expert score of 87. Reviewers consistently praise its Value-packed pricing, Distinctive styling, N-Line's sporty performance. However, some note concerns about Ride and handling trail the segment's best and No all-wheel drive for the N Line. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Value-packed pricing
- Distinctive styling
- N-Line's sporty performance
- Class-leading warranty
- Stellar safety scores
Watch-outs
- Ride and handling trail the segment's best
- No all-wheel drive for the N Line
- AWD limited to one trim
- Rivals have more seating space
- Styling conceals older platform
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
Used 2026 Hyundai Sonata listings ask about $26,734 at typical mileage, with most listings between $25,464 and $28,150. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2026 Hyundai Sonata cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $27,300, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $566 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $27,045 in MT to $29,532 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
There are about 109 days of national market supply for the 2026 Hyundai Sonata — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2026 Hyundai Sonata.
Is the listed price on a 2026 Hyundai Sonata fair?
Usually, yes. 2026 Hyundai Sonata listings typically ask about $26,689, close to the typical asking price at typical mileage, $26,734. 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 2026 Hyundai Sonata?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $25,116–$26,208 — its $27,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
Is the 2026 Hyundai Sonata a good car?
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Hyundai Sonata earns an expert score of 87. Reviewers consistently praise its Value-packed pricing, Distinctive styling, N-Line's sporty performance. However, some note concerns about Ride and handling trail the segment's best and No all-wheel dr
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/28/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.