Comparison · Elgin Hyundai
2026 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2026 Toyota Camry
Two of the best-selling mid-size sedans, compared with the numbers each maker and the EPA publish. The Camry is now hybrid-only; the Sonata offers gas, turbo and hybrid power.
Quick answer
The Sonata gives you a choice: a 191-horsepower 2.5-liter, a 290-horsepower 2.5-liter turbo N Line, or a 192-horsepower hybrid rated up to 47 mpg city and 56 highway. Every 2026 Camry is a 2.5-liter hybrid with 225 horsepower (232 with AWD), rated up to 52 city and 49 highway. Both offer all-wheel drive. Hyundai's warranty is longer: 10 years/100,000 miles on the powertrain and 5 years/60,000 miles bumper to bumper, against Toyota's 5/60,000 and 3/36,000.
Powertrains
| 2026 Hyundai Sonata | 2026 Toyota Camry | |
|---|---|---|
| Gas engine | 2.5L GDI four-cylinder, 191 hp / 181 lb-ft (SE, SEL Sport) | None; every Camry is a hybrid |
| Performance engine | 2.5L turbo, 290 hp / 311 lb-ft, 8-speed dual-clutch (N Line) | None |
| Hybrid | 2.0L four-cylinder hybrid, 192 hp combined, 6-speed automatic (Blue, SEL, Limited) | 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid, 225 hp (FWD) or 232 hp (AWD), electronic CVT |
| All-wheel drive | Available on SEL Sport (2.5L) | Available on every trim |
| Trims | SE, SEL Sport, N Line, Hybrid Blue, Hybrid SEL, Hybrid Limited | LE, SE, Nightshade, XLE, XSE |
Fuel economy
| Version | Sonata | Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Base gas | SE 2.5L: 28 / 38 / 32 | n/a |
| Mid-trim gas, FWD | SEL Sport 2.5L: 25 / 36 / 29 | n/a |
| AWD | SEL Sport AWD: 24 / 33 / 27 | LE AWD hybrid: 50 / 49 / 50; SE, XLE AWD: 46 / 46 / 46; XSE AWD: 43 / 43 / 43 |
| Performance | N Line 2.5T: 23 / 32 / 27 | n/a |
| Hybrid, FWD | Blue: 47 / 56 / 51; SEL and Limited: 44 / 51 / 47 | LE: 52 / 49 / 51; SE, XLE, XSE: 47 / 45 / 46 |
From fueleconomy.gov for the 2026 model year. The Camry wins on mpg because every Camry is a hybrid; the Sonata Hybrid Blue comes within a mile per gallon of the Camry LE in combined driving.
Warranty and maintenance
| Hyundai | Toyota | |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 10 years / 100,000 miles | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
| New vehicle (basic) | 5 years / 60,000 miles | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Rust-through | 7 years / unlimited miles | 5 years / unlimited miles |
| Hybrid battery | 10 years / 100,000 miles | 10 years / 150,000 miles (2020 and later hybrids) |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years / unlimited miles | Included with ToyotaCare |
| Included maintenance | Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance, 3 years / 36,000 miles (2020 to 2025 model years; ask about 2026) | ToyotaCare no-cost maintenance plan |
Hyundai's 10-year powertrain term is for the original owner. Terms from each maker's warranty page.
Room and practicality
Sonata cabin
104.4 cubic feet of passenger volume and a 15.6 cubic foot trunk, on a 111.8-inch wheelbase, per Hyundai's 2026 specifications.
Camry cabin
Toyota lists the Camry as a mid-size sedan with seating for five; we did not find official volume figures to quote, so compare them in person.
Fuel tank
Sonata: 15.9 gallons on gas models, 13.2 on hybrids. Combined with its ratings, a Sonata Hybrid Blue has a range of well over 600 miles.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota Camry still available with a regular gas engine?
No. For 2025 and 2026 every Camry is a 2.5-liter hybrid. The Sonata still offers a conventional 2.5-liter, a turbo and a hybrid.
Which has the longer warranty, Sonata or Camry?
The Sonata. Hyundai covers the powertrain for 10 years/100,000 miles and the whole vehicle for 5 years/60,000 miles; Toyota's terms are 5/60,000 and 3/36,000.
Which gets better gas mileage?
Trim for trim the Camry, because it is hybrid-only: the LE is rated 51 mpg combined. The Sonata Hybrid Blue is rated 51 combined as well; gas Sonatas run 27 to 32 combined.
Does the Sonata have AWD?
Yes, on the 2026 SEL Sport. The Camry offers AWD on every trim.
Which is faster?
The Sonata N Line, with 290 horsepower and a dual-clutch transmission, is the most powerful car in this comparison. The Camry's hybrid system makes 225 or 232 horsepower.
Drive the Sonata at Elgin Hyundai
Pick a trim online, then book a test drive so the car is ready when you arrive.
Sources
Figures were checked against the sources below on October 13, 2026. Trim content and ratings can change during the model year.
- 2026 Hyundai Sonata fuel economy, U.S. EPA and DOE, fueleconomy.gov
- 2026 Toyota Camry fuel economy, U.S. EPA and DOE, fueleconomy.gov
- 2026 Sonata specifications and features, Hyundai Motor America
- How Much Is the 2026 Hyundai Sonata? (Sept. 22, 2025), Cars.com
- 2026 Toyota Camry pricing guide (July 2026), Edmunds
- America's Best Warranty: coverage terms, Hyundai Motor America
- Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance program and terms, Hyundai Motor America
- Understanding your Toyota warranty, Toyota Motor North America
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