Engines1996–1998

What engines does the Hyundai Sonata (1996-1998) come with?

The Hyundai Sonata (1996-1998) was offered with 4 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
3.0L Petrol146 hp231 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive185 km/h10.1 s11.7 l/100km1 trim
2.0L Petrol125 hp180 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive190 km/h12.8 s10.8 l/100km1 trim
2.0L Petrol125 hp180 NmManualFront Wheel Drive195 km/h11.0 s9.3 l/100km1 trim
2.0L Petrol95 hp157 NmManualFront Wheel Drive170 km/h11.5 s8.8 l/100km2 trims
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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