Is the 2025 Hyundai SONATA reliable?

The 2025 Hyundai SONATA has 20 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: excellent. Most common issue: BRAKES problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Hyundai SONATA?

Top problems: BRAKES (5 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (3 complaints, avg repair $500); SPEED CONTROL (3 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Hyundai SONATA?

No recalls have been issued for the 2025 Hyundai SONATA.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Hyundai SONATA?

The 2025 Hyundai SONATA gets 28 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1714. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Hyundai SONATA?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Hyundai SONATA is approximately $2,224/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2025 Hyundai SONATA

Q: Is the 2025 Hyundai SONATA often stolen?

The Hyundai SONATA was the #3 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025 with approximately 17,687 thefts (NICB Hot Wheels data). Theft risk tier: very-high.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2025 Hyundai SONATA has 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.0x the segment average of 540. The most common issue is brakes problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: i recently purchased a 2025 hyundai sonata. i’m writing to raise a concern regarding the height of the brake pedal in this vehicle. both my wife and i have observed that the brake pedal seems noticeably higher than the gas pedal. this positioning requires extra effort to lift the foot during normal.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

0.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

BRAKES

5 complaints

25%

• I recently purchased a 2025 Hyundai Sonata. I’m writing to raise a concern regarding the height of the brake pedal in this vehicle. Both my wife and I have observed that the brake pedal seems noticeably higher than the gas pedal. This positioning requires extra effort to lift the foot during normal
• My engine light come on. Air flow notification come on. I had a brake cleaner notification come on.
• I am the original owner of a 2025 Hyundai Sonata purchased new in 2025. The vehicle currently has fewer than 4,000 miles on the odometer. Since early in my ownership, I have experienced a persistent and recurring squealing noise that occurs specifically when releasing the brake pedal after a short s

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I recently purchased a 2025 Hyundai Sonata. I’m writing to raise a concern regarding the height of the brake pedal in this vehicle. Both my wife and I have observed that the brake pedal seems noticeably higher than the gas pedal. This positioning requires extra effort to lift the foot during normal”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Very high theft risk

#3 most stolen in 2025

The Hyundai SONATA was the #3 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 17,687 thefts reported to law enforcement.

Notes: Kia Boys challenge affected 2011-2021 keyless models

Recommended protection: engine immobilizer verification, steering wheel lock, GPS tracker, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Higher theft risk usually translates to higher comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2025 Hyundai SONATA

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,715

Per month

$143

Per mile

14.3¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,920/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,412/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Hyundai SONATA

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,224

Full coverage / month

$185

Liability only / year

$574

vs US avg

+33%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.28x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2224

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Hyundai SONATA Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

90K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner

Estimated Repair Costs

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 20 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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BRAKES: I recently purchased a 2025 Hyundai Sonata. I’m writing to raise a concern regarding the height of the brake pedal in this vehicle. Both my wife and I have observed that the brake pedal seems noticeably higher than the gas pedal. This positioning requires extra effort to lift the foot during normal
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: My speedometer doesn’t match my actual speed u had my passenger measure the speed by timing the trip from one mile marker to the next and it doesn’t match the stated speed
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: Speedometer display inaccurate speed. Sometimes its shows 1-4mph miles more than the actual speed and other times 6-8mph. Verified issue with sonar system from different truck, street speed limit screen and own gps.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: Upon topping up gas to full or anytime fueling after there is a heavy scent of gas inside the cabin lingering
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)