2025 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2025 Lexus ES 300h Review

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2025 Hyundai
Sonata

MSRP*: $26,650 to $35,250
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2025 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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MPG - City 23 - 28 MPG 43 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 38 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 290-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 290 hp 215 hp
Exterior Length 193.3 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 73.2 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 46.1 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 300h than the Hyundai Sonata, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Sonata will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus ES 300h.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Sonata as you will with the Lexus ES 300h, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). Based on MSRP, the Hyundai Sonata is clearly a better financial choice over the Lexus ES 300h.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Sonata is about the same width as the Lexus ES 300h. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Sonata takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus ES 300h.

Handling
The Hyundai Sonata has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus ES 300h, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Sonata has less horsepower than the Lexus ES 300h, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Hyundai Sonata transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Lexus ES 300h.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Hyundai Sonata and the Lexus ES 300h.