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Used Hyundai Sonata value by year
By the DealScan team · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A used Hyundai Sonata in good condition with average mileage runs from about $5,000 for a 2011 up to $19,700 for a 2024. The table below gives the fair value and private-party range for every year, and flags the 9 model years we would avoid.
Hyundai Sonata value for every year
Good condition, clean title, average mileage for the age. Newest first.
| Year | Avg miles | Fair value | Private party | Dealer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,000 | $19,700 | $18,100–$21,300 | $22,650 |
| 2023 | 37,500 | $17,700 | $16,300–$19,100 | $20,350 |
| 2022 | 50,000 | $15,950 | $14,650–$17,250 | $18,350 |
| 2021 | 62,500 | $14,350 | $13,200–$15,500 | $16,500 |
| 2020 | 75,000 | $12,900 | $11,850–$13,950 | $14,850 |
| 2019Avoid | 87,500 | $11,600 | $10,650–$12,550 | $13,350 |
| 2018Avoid | 100,000 | $10,450 | $9,600–$11,300 | $12,000 |
| 2017Avoid | 112,500 | $9,400 | $8,650–$10,150 | $10,800 |
| 2016Avoid | 125,000 | $8,450 | $7,750–$9,150 | $9,700 |
| 2015Avoid | 137,500 | $7,650 | $7,050–$8,250 | $8,800 |
| 2014Avoid | 150,000 | $6,850 | $6,300–$7,400 | $7,900 |
| 2013Avoid | 162,500 | $6,200 | $5,700–$6,700 | $7,150 |
| 2012Avoid | 175,000 | $5,550 | $5,100–$6,000 | $6,400 |
| 2011Avoid | 187,500 | $5,000 | $4,600–$5,400 | $5,750 |
How much mileage moves the price
Using a 2017 Sonata as the example. The same spread applies at every year on the table above.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 76,500 | $11,050 | $10,150–$11,950 |
| Average mileage | 112,500 | $9,400 | $8,650–$10,150 |
| Higher mileage | 153,000 | $7,600 | $7,000–$8,200 |
Which years to avoid
- 2019 (2015–2019 (2.4)): Same engine family; later but not immune. Documentation still required.
- 2018 (2015–2019 (2.4)): Same engine family; later but not immune. Documentation still required.
- 2017 (2015–2019 (2.4)): Same engine family; later but not immune. Documentation still required.
- 2016 (2015–2019 (2.4)): Same engine family; later but not immune. Documentation still required.
- 2015 (2015–2019 (2.4)): Same engine family; later but not immune. Documentation still required.
- 2014 (2011–2014): Theta II engine failure epicenter — rod bearings. Only buy with recall/replacement documentation and a silent cold start.
- 2013 (2011–2014): Theta II engine failure epicenter — rod bearings. Only buy with recall/replacement documentation and a silent cold start.
- 2012 (2011–2014): Theta II engine failure epicenter — rod bearings. Only buy with recall/replacement documentation and a silent cold start.
- 2011 (2011–2014): Theta II engine failure epicenter — rod bearings. Only buy with recall/replacement documentation and a silent cold start.
What to check before you pay
- 2011–2014 Theta II engines: rod-bearing failure — recall 'knock sensor detection' update and many engines replaced under extended warranty
- 2011–2019 key-start cars: immobilizer/theft issue — software update and insurance check
- 2015–2019: improved but still verify recall completion
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