2025 Hyundai
Sonata
Starting MSRP
$27,400
Combined MPG
38
Horsepower
191
Your Comparison
2025 Toyota
Camry
Starting MSRP
$28,400
Combined MPG
52
Horsepower
203
Quick Category Winners
Value
Camry
Performance
Camry
Comfort
Sonata
Fuel Economy
Camry
Reliability
Camry
Interior
Camry
Technology
Sonata
Overall
Camry
Scorecard Comparison
8.0
Performance
8.2
8.2
Comfort
8.1
8.7
Value
9.0
8.0
Ownership Cost
9.1
8.7
Technology
8.3
8.4
Safety
8.6
7.8
Reliability
8.7
8.4
Interior Quality
8.5
Sonata
Camry
CHOOSE THE SONATA IF YOU:
- Want the most tech for the money
- Like bold, modern styling inside and out
- Want a long warranty included
CHOOSE THE CAMRY IF YOU:
- Want the safer long-term value pick
- Care most about fuel economy
- Want a lower-stress ownership experience
5-Year Ownership Cost
| Category | Sonata | Camry | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $5,600 | $4,250 | +$1,350 |
| Insurance | $6,400 | $6,500 | -$100 |
| Maintenance | $3,800 | $3,900 | -$100 |
| Repairs | $1,500 | $1,200 | +$300 |
| Depreciation | $13,500 | $11,450 | +$2,050 |
| 5-Year Total | $30,800 | $27,300 | +$3,500 |
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The Camry costs an estimated $3,500 less to own over 5 years.
Size Comparison
Sonata
Camry
Sonata
Camry
Diff
Length
192.9
192.1
+0.8
Width
73.2
72.4
+0.8
Height
56.9
56.1
+0.8
Wheelbase
111.8
111.2
+0.6
Cargo Volumecu ft
16.0
15.1
+0.9
Trim-to-Trim Comparison
- Sonata SEvsCamry SE
- Sonata SELvsCamry XLE
- Sonata N LinevsCamry XSE Hybrid
Final Verdict
The Toyota Camry is the smarter overall pick across our scoring categories, especially in the areas it leads. The Hyundai Sonata remains a strong alternative if its standout strengths better match your priorities. Either way, both are credible choices in this segment.
Winner
Toyota Camry
Best For…
- CommutersCamry
- FamiliesSonata
- Resale ValueCamry
- Driving EnjoymentCamry
- TechnologySonata
- Best OverallCamry
Frequently Asked Questions
The Hyundai Sonata is better for shoppers who weight want the most tech for the money, while the Toyota Camry is better if you want the safer long-term value pick. Both compete closely overall.
Our scoring gives the edge to the Toyota Camry, though the Hyundai Sonata also performs well in long-term reliability data.
The Toyota Camry leads with up to 52 combined MPG versus 38 for the Hyundai Sonata.
The Hyundai Sonata is the better family pick thanks to its higher comfort scoring, slightly more usable cabin space, and a more relaxed ride.
Over a five-year ownership window, the Toyota Camry costs an estimated $3,500 less to own once you factor in fuel, insurance, maintenance, repairs, and depreciation.
The Toyota Camry tends to hold its value better in the used market, helped by stronger demand and a higher overall value score.