Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Model Years and History

For 2026, the Sonata receives an updated trim lineup, while the Sonata Hybrid introduces a new base-level Blue Hybrid trim; otherwise, both models carry over with minimal changes.

The Sonata gets an updated trim lineup but otherwise carries over with minimal changes while the Sonata Hybrid rolls with the same trim lineup.

The Sonata gets a refreshed exterior, a new all-wheel drive trim and a bigger touchscreen for 2024.

The Sonata carries over with minimal changes for 2023, while the N Line Night Edition was removed from the lineup.

The Sonata carries over with minimal changes for 2022, an N Line Night Edition was added to the lineup, the SEL Plus trim adds navigation, a sunroof and upgraded radio as standard equipment and a remote parking assist system was added to the Limited trim on the Hybrid Sonata.

The Sonata carries the redesign from previous year. A few changes for the 2021 model are standard safe-exist warning on all trims except for the SE, height adjustable passenger seat in the SE and SEL, and 6-way power passenger seat in the limited trim. The biggest news for the Sonata 2021 is the sporty version N Line.

The Hyundai Sonata sees no major changes for 2019.

In 2018 the Hyundai Sonata gets updates to the suspension and steering aimed at improving the quality and feel of the ride. It was restyled inside and out and all models now come standard with blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert and lane change assist. On the 2.0T models, a new 8-speed automatic transmission replaces the previous 6-speed.

The hybrid and plug-in Sonata returns mostly the same after having been redesigned for the 2016 model year. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard equipment.

The Sonata Hybrid graduated to the newer platform on which the non-hybrid Sonata is built. In 2015, the conventional Sonata was redesigned on a whole new platform. The Hybrid received that upgrade for 2016, and with it, improved ride, more interior room and better fuel economy. A plug-in variety of hybrid debuted in 2016. Its system allows up to 27 miles on electric power alone, while conventional hybrid technology eliminates the range anxiety associated with all-electric vehicles.

The Sonata Hybrid returns relatively unchanged for 2014.

Hyundai has given the Sonata a significant refresh for 2014. On the outside, the Sonata gets a set of minor enhancements, like a new grille design that flows smoothly into the rest of the design and better matches that of other recent new Hyundai models. Optional HID headlamps and LED taillights complete the updated look, along with new alloy wheel designs. Inside, the Sonata gets more sound-deadening material throughout the model line. A driver's blind-spot mirror is newly optional on GLS models, while a blind-spot detection system is a new option on SE models and standard on the Limited. Inside, SE and Limited trims of the 2014 Sonata get a newly optional infotainment and navigation system with an 8-inch touch screen, while the standard system on those models is a 4.3-inch touch screen system with rearview camera display and HD Radio. All versions of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata get a new Driver Selectable Steering Mode, with three different levels of boost, while SE versions now include a sport exhaust system. SE versions also get a new body-colored spoiler, while both SE and Limited versions now include a leather steering wheel and fully automatic climate control. The Sonata Hybrid also returns for 2014, similarly equipped to last year's Sonata GLS and includes revisions to the powertrain to further improve fuel economy.

Following a thorough redesign in 2011, the 2013 Hyundai Sonata carries over relatively unchanged. More features are now available on the base model, and all versions come equipped with a 6-speed automatic as the only transmission option. SE models now feature heated front seats. Limited models no longer include a panoramic sunroof--instead, a regular sunroof has been fitted. The panoramic version is now available as part of Limited Premium Package.