Chevrolet Impala Limited vs Hyundai Sonata
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Hyundai Sonata
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Impala LimitedLS Fleet | Hyundai SonataSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS Fleet | SE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Impala LimitedLS Fleet | Hyundai SonataSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,830 (best) | $27,300 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Impala LimitedLS Fleet | Hyundai SonataSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 38 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.5 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Impala LimitedLS Fleet | Hyundai SonataSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 191 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Impala LimitedLS Fleet | Hyundai SonataSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 18.6 cu ft (best) | 15.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,555 lbs | 3,232 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 111.8 in (best) |
| Length | 200.4 in (best) | 193.3 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 58.7 in (best) | 56.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Impala LimitedLS Fleet | Hyundai SonataSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Impala Limited | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS Fleet $25,830 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT Fleet $26,840 MSRP | SEL Sport $29,000 MSRP |
| 3 | LTZ Fleet $30,535 MSRP | SEL Sport $30,500 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Blue Hybrid $29,050 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SEL Hybrid $32,300 MSRP |
| 6 | — | N Line $35,900 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Limited Hybrid $38,100 MSRP |