2027 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: real cost in California
See the Sonata Hybrid on Hyundai's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, Blue · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$29,450the advertised price
Drive away$33,602with fees and tax
Loan payment$488/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,062/moeverything, after resale
$33,602 to drive away + $54,941 to run it for 6 years − $12,070 back at resale = $76,472, or $1,062 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$33,602
Running it, 6 yrs+$54,941
Back at resale−$12,070
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$29,450Feesfreight $1,295 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,380Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,772Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$20,801Fuel13,500 mi a year at 51 MPG
+$9,122Maintenanceestimate
+$8,484Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,297Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$6,508Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,729Resale after 6 years41% of MSRP, you get this back
−$12,070True cost $76,472 ÷ 72 months$1,062 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySedans193.3 in long
Seats5
Cargo15.6 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance5.3 inlow; watch steep driveways
Engine and fuel
Engine192 hp hybrid, FWD
0–60 mph7.8 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy47–51 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires17"205/55R17
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years41% of MSRPthis model's own record
Every trim
All trims: FWD, 192 hp, 5 seats.| Blue | $29,450 | $33,602 | $76,472 | ✓ $1,062/mo | 51 MPG |
| SEL | $32,700 | $37,144 | $81,039 | $1,126/mo | 47 MPG |
| Limited | $38,500 | $43,465 | $87,812 | $1,220/mo | 47 MPG |
Blue
✓ $1,062/mo
True cost
SEL
$1,126/mo
True cost
Limited
$1,220/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.Feature
Blue$29,450
SEL$32,700
Limited$38,500
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from Limited
Parking sensors
✓ from Limited
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓
✓ from Limited
Heated steering wheel
✓
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓
Power liftgate
✓
Wireless phone charging
✓
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓
✓ from Limited
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ from Limited
Premium sound system
✓ from Limited
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ Every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsHead-up displayAWD or 4WDTow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the Blue (23 items)
- Automatic Headlight Control
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Follow Assist and Lane Keeping Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Rearview Camera
- 12.3-inch Touchscreen Audio System with AM/FM/SXM/HD Radio
- 16-Inch Alloy Wheels
- 4.2-inch LCD instrument cluster display
- 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat
- Bluelink+ All-Inclusive Connected Services (enrollment required)
- Bluelink+ Multimedia Over-the-Air Updates (3-yr Complimentary Service)
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control
- Electronic Parking Brake
- LED Headlights, LED Taillights & LED Daytime Running Lights
- Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start
- SiriusXM Radio w/90 Day Platinum trial subscription; N/A in AK & HI
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- USB Ports & 12V Outlet
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto(TM)
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine
- 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
Recalls
1 NHTSA recall for 2025 to 2027 Sonata Hybrid models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Sonata Hybrid in California?
- $33,602 to drive away for the Blue, from a $29,450 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $488 loan payment, about $1,059 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,062 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
Aero SilverAbyss BlackUltimate Red+$500Portofino GraySerenity White+$500Carbon BlueTransmission Blue
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US prices in US dollars from Hyundai's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.