1996 Hyundai Sonata

US · Midsize Cars

The 1996 Hyundai Sonata is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)

Combined Economy

19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Automatic, Manual

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI)
Displacement	2.0 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway	23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

97V026000: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WERE CONTAMINATED DURING ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE CONTAMINANTS FROM THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTACTS.
Reported February 26, 1997. View on NHTSA

Data sources

NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data
EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 10, 2026

Data verified: November 10, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1995 Hyundai Sonata
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
1997 Hyundai Sonata
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1996 Hyundai Sonata have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1996 Hyundai Sonata?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1996 Hyundai Sonata front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1996 Hyundai Sonata?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.