2024 BMW 530 vs. 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Review

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2024 BMW
530

MSRP*: $57,900 to $60,200
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2025 Hyundai
Sonata Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,000 to $37,450
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MPG - City 27 MPG 44 MPG
MPG - Hwy 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 192-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 192 hp
Exterior Length 199.2 in 193.3 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 46.1 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW 530 than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the BMW 530.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 530 as you will with the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, 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). The BMW 530 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 530 is much wider than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the BMW 530, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Handling
The BMW 530 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 530 is somewhat more powerful than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 530 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 530 and the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.