2013 Hyundai Sonata (2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2013 Hyundai Sonata gets an EPA-estimated 24/34 MPG (city/highway) and 27 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,300/year fuel cost and 328 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2.4 L 4-cyl.
The 2013 Hyundai Sonata with the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 24 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway, for a combined 27 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2.4 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 6-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Large Cars |
| MPG — city | 24 |
| MPG — highway | 34 |
| MPG — combined | 27 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,300 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 328 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 7/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 27 MPG, the 2013 Hyundai Sonata sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Large Cars, 26 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,300 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2013 Hyundai Sonata. Over five years that is roughly $11,500 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2013 Hyundai Sonata emits approximately 328 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 7 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.