2025 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2025 Lexus ES 350 Review

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2025 Hyundai
Sonata

MSRP*: $26,800 to $35,400
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2025 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
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MPG - City 23 - 28 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 38 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
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)
  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 290 hp 302 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 39.2 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.8 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 350 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 350.

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 350, 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 350.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Sonata is about the same width as the Lexus ES 350. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Sonata takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus ES 350.

Handling
The Hyundai Sonata has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus ES 350, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Sonata is significantly less powerful than the Lexus ES 350. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Sonata has much less torque than the Lexus ES 350, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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 350.