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Chevrolet Sonic vs Hyundai Accent

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2020 Chevrolet Sonic

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2022 Hyundai Accent

Overview

SpecChevrolet SonicLSHyundai AccentSE
Selected trimLSSE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202022

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet SonicLSHyundai AccentSE
MSRP$16,720$16,645 (best)
Lowest listing price$5,777 (best)
Median listing price$8,273 (best)
Highest listing price$9,999 (best)
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet SonicLSHyundai AccentSE
Combined MPG29 MPG36 MPG (best)
City MPG26 MPG33 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.2 gal (best)11.9 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet SonicLSHyundai AccentSE
Horsepower138 hp (best)120 hp
Torque148 lb-ft (best)113 lb-ft
Engine size1.4 L1.6 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet SonicLSHyundai AccentSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.9 cu ft (best)13.7 cu ft
Payload959 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,857 lbs2,679 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase99.4 in101.6 in (best)
Length173.9 in (best)172.6 in
Width68.3 in (best)68.1 in
Height59.7 in (best)57.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet SonicLSHyundai AccentSE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimChevrolet SonicHyundai Accent
1

LS

$16,720 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$16,645 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LT Fleet

$17,220 MSRP

SEL

$17,900 MSRP

3

LT

$18,620 MSRP

Limited

$19,600 MSRP

4

LT

$19,420 MSRP

5

Premier

$20,720 MSRP

6

Premier

$21,520 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Sonic vs Hyundai Accent FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Chevrolet Sonic or 2022 Hyundai Accent?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Chevrolet Sonic vs 2022 Hyundai Accent on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Chevrolet Sonic or 2022 Hyundai Accent?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Hyundai Accent starts lower at $16,645. Live Chevrolet Sonic listings start at $5,777.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Chevrolet Sonic or 2022 Hyundai Accent?
The 2022 Hyundai Accent leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,645).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Chevrolet Sonic or 2022 Hyundai Accent?
The 2022 Hyundai Accent leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Chevrolet Sonic or 2022 Hyundai Accent?
The 2020 Chevrolet Sonic leads on horsepower in this comparison (138).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Chevrolet Sonic vs 2022 Hyundai Accent?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Sonic (5/5 NHTSA overall); Hyundai Accent (4/5 NHTSA overall).