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Hyundai Sonata vs Saturn L100

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

Vehicles

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2026 Hyundai Sonata

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2002 Saturn L100

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Overview

SpecHyundai SonataSESaturn L100L100
Selected trimSEL100
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262002

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai SonataSESaturn L100L100
MSRP$27,300$16,370 (best)
Lowest listing price$8,199 (best)—
Median listing price$27,973 (best)—
Highest listing price$37,156 (best)—
For sale now131 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai SonataSESaturn L100L100
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG38 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)15.7 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai SonataSESaturn L100L100
Horsepower191 hp (best)135 hp
Torque181 lb-ft (best)142 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai SonataSESaturn L100L100
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.6 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,232 lbs2,990 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.7 in (best)
Wheelbase111.8 in (best)106.5 in
Length193.3 in (best)190.4 in
Width73.2 in (best)68.5 in
Height56.9 in (best)56.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai SonataSESaturn L100L100
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimHyundai SonataSaturn L100
1

SE

$27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

L100

$16,370 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL Sport

$29,000 MSRP

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3

SEL Sport

$30,500 MSRP

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4

Blue Hybrid

$29,050 MSRP

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5

SEL Hybrid

$32,300 MSRP

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6

N Line

$35,900 MSRP

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7

Limited Hybrid

$38,100 MSRP

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Live inventory

Hyundai Sonata vs Saturn L100 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Hyundai Sonata or 2002 Saturn L100?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Hyundai Sonata vs 2002 Saturn L100 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Hyundai Sonata or 2002 Saturn L100?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Saturn L100 starts lower at $16,370. Live Hyundai Sonata listings start at $8,199.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Hyundai Sonata or 2002 Saturn L100?
The 2002 Saturn L100 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,370).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Hyundai Sonata or 2002 Saturn L100?
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (51).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Hyundai Sonata or 2002 Saturn L100?
The 2026 Hyundai Sonata leads on horsepower in this comparison (290).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Hyundai Sonata or 2002 Saturn L100?
The 2002 Saturn L100 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Hyundai Sonata vs 2002 Saturn L100?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Sonata (5/5 NHTSA overall).