Used Hyundai Sonata for Sale nearSherwood Park, AB

How much does the Hyundai Sonata cost in today's market?

Used Hyundai Sonata prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Hyundai Sonata's current nationwide average price is $17,295 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,230 CAD. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Hyundai Sonata a good car?

Yes — the Hyundai Sonata is a strong used-car pick if you want a roomy, well-equipped midsize sedan with broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.55/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Sonata for its smooth ride, spacious cabin, and strong value for money. Stylish design and good fuel economy also come up often, along with a well-rounded mix of comfort and technology.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert coverage are polarising styling, fuel economy that can be less appealing in sportier versions, and limited all-wheel drive availability.

29.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Hyundai Sonata models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Sonata’s comfort, value, and well-rounded driving experience. Across the model years in the data, reviews also highlight spacious interiors, smooth ride quality, and strong fuel economy.

• Owners rate the Hyundai Sonata between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk depends heavily on model year and condition, so a careful history check and inspection matter a great deal.

What should I look for when buying a used Hyundai Sonata?

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: The Sonata Hybrid sedan set to arrive in 2026 offers a similarly adequate 192-hp drivetrain, which benefits from immediate electric motor torque when accelerating from a standstill and can return fuel economy as low as an estimated 5.0 litres per 100 kilometres in combined driving.

Which Hyundai Sonata trim should I buy?

The 2025 Hyundai Sonata offers these trims:

• Preferred-Trend: The entry trim brings the base 191-horsepower 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, black leather, and the standard 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system; it suits buyers who want the core Sonata experience and strong value.
• N Line: The N Line adds the turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder with 290 hp and 311 pound-feet of torque, a dual-clutch automatic transmission, 19-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, rack-mounted electric steering, a quad-outlet exhaust, a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel, wireless smartphone charging, digital key technology, an 8-speaker Bose premium sound system, and Highway Driving Assist; it is the best-value choice if you want the most performance and the richest equipment list.

What Hyundai Sonata do most buyers choose?

The Hyundai Sonata years with the most listings are 2022, 2024, and 2018.

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right colour, trim, and price. They also often line up with the model years that shoppers see as the best balance of features, age, and value.

What is the Hyundai Sonata's resale value?

Most Sonata model years are showing double-digit price declines, which is good news if you are shopping used and want stronger value. The pattern suggests that newer examples are still adjusting downward, while older years are also becoming more affordable. The 2017, 2022, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Hyundai Sonata safe?

• 2025: 10/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10

Every 2025 Sonata has standard advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS).

For the safest used buy, the 2025 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Hyundai Sonata now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −12.69% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −14.96%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 27.9% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $22,310 CAD. The Hyundai Sonata offers a roomy cabin, a comfortable ride, and a strong value proposition that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Sonata’s base 191-horsepower, 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine is unremarkable, although it does offer AWD as an option for Preferred-Trend models. The Sonata Hybrid sedan set to arrive in 2026 offers a similarly adequate 192-hp drivetrain, which benefits from immediate electric motor torque when accelerating from a standstill and can return fuel economy as low as an estimated 5.0 litres per 100 kilometres in combined driving.
• Tech: All models have a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and the N Line also has a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel. Standard features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, voice recognition, and the ability to connect two smartphones to Bluetooth simultaneously.
• Safety: The 2025 Sonata earned a “Good” rating in the updated moderate overlap frontal-impact collision test, and Hyundai improved rear-seat passenger protection and the car’s overall structural integrity.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $36,019 for the Preferred-Trend and $42,619 for the N Line trim seen on our tester, including the $1,975 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.