Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Tahoe Price Comparison
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For the Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Tahoe price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Sonata vs. Tahoe Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Sonata and Tahoe will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Hyundai Sonata Limited's price is $15,910 lower than the Chevrolet Tahoe LT's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Tahoe
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 15,910 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 14,669 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | Tahoe | Tahoe |
| Trim | Limited | LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 175hp I4 | 320hp V8 | 320hp V8 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 360, 7 | 250, 9 | 300, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 265/70-17 | 275/55-20 |
| Total Price | 26,910 | 49,075 | 58,065 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,255 | -11,355 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 26,910 | 42,820 | 46,710 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 3,890 |
| Total Invoice | 25,156 | 45,643 | 54,021 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,818 | -10,564 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 25,156 | 39,825 | 43,457 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 3,632 |
Invoice Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Tahoe
Price Comparison (MSRP): Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet TahoeThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Hyundai Sonata Limited | |||
| Difference: 22,165 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited | |||
| Difference: 20,487 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | Tahoe | Tahoe |
| Trim | Limited | LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 24,550 | 43,905 | 52,970 |
| Base Invoice | 22,959 | 40,832 | 49,262 |
| Floor mats | 90 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 325 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,250 | ||
| Sunroof | 995 | 995 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,850 | 3,105 | |
| Heavy-Duty Trailering Package | 330 | ||
| Floor mats | 0 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 0 | ||
| Navigation system | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 876 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | 2,650 | ||
| Heavy-Duty Trailering Package | 290 | ||
| Total options | 1,665 | 4,175 | 4,100 |
| Total options | 1,502 | 3,816 | 3,764 |
| Destination | 695 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | 26,910 | 49,075 | 58,065 |
| Total Invoice | 25,156 | 45,643 | 54,021 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Hyundai Sonata
| Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Currently a good lease deal on the sport version with turbo. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Very competitively priced. I saved $3000 when compared to a camry or accord with similiar features. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 0 |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Compared to the Accord or Camry, the Sonata cost considerably less even though it has a longer list of standard features. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best car for the money. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best bang for your $$$. Test drove comparable Accord and Camry and they were at least $2000 higher with less options. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Cheep car. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Always great incenstives. 0% financing or cash back. That combined with the low price to begin with, hard to beat. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Price is 2-5K lower for comperable competitors, Malibu, Toyota, etc |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Heavy dealer discounting gets you a fully loaded 6 cyl. Sonata Limited at the same price as a base 4 cyl. Accord or Camry. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | This car currently has the lowest price point for a mid size car with the electronic stability control, front, side and curtain front and rear air bags all standard. A 5 year 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and 10 year 100,000 mile warranty too. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Thousands less than the Camry |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | bought used, paid cash, cheap to own, excellent value |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Its price was lower than comparable sedans for the features that the Sonata offers. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Cost less than the camry and in my mind just as good if not better |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | For Mid size car this was the best price |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | I bought mine at a dealer auction, repo, 11270 miles, for ~ 60% of what a new one would have cost. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | For all of the standard features on the SE, such as V6, fog lights, 17in wheels, ESC, and side airbags, there is no greater value out there. I feel like I own a $30K car for only $20K. After the rebate, I was out less than some base model cars. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 3-$5000 cheaper then competitve offerings from Honda, Toyota and Nissan. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Many safety features (airbag, vehicle stability control) standard resulting in substantial savings |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Good discounts and excellent dealer combined to make this a great offer. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Really compared to its competitors |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 0% financing |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best value in its class by far. Excellent price, drive a near-luxury car for less than $20k. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Price is low and you get ALOT |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best value in class. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | best bang for buck, period. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | cheap cheap cheap! |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | It was 5k less than an Accord, what else is there to add. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | It met our budget at the time. |
| Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Dealer was not willing to negotiate at all. Such is often the problem with a brand new model that is high in demand. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Too expensive for what they represent (cheap and low class) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Chevrolet Tahoe
| Price of the Chevrolet Tahoe: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD | The incentives drove down the purchase price condsiderably. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD | there is a lot of wiggle room, catch the dealer at the right time and you will get a great deal |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD | Better deals on a used Tahoe. |
| Price of the Chevrolet Tahoe: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range | The Tahoe is simply priced $10,000+ more than the Aspen, yet I believe I would find both as useful and enjoyable as the other. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV, ext. 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range | With a sticker price of $45K, the price for this or any vehicle that can act as a tow vehicle may be beyond the reach of most and especially the large family for which the vehicle would be most functional. |
Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Tahoe
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | Tahoe | Tahoe |
| Trim | Limited | LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Compact spare tire | $75 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | ||
| iPod integration | $150 | ||
| Media drive, large | $100 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $400 | $400 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | ||
| USB port | $150 | $150 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Powertrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $275 | $275 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $250 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Removable third row seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | $750 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $700 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,800 | $10,055 | $15,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,255 | $11,355 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,818 | -10,564 |
Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Tahoe
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | Tahoe |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 116.0 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 202.0 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 79.0 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 76.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,327 lb. | 5,567 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 41.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 65.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 64.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 65.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.3 in | 60.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.4 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 61.7 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 25.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 60.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 108.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
LT
| 4WD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 100% |
| Heavy-Duty Trailering Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Transmission cooler | 0 | No |
| 3.42 axle ratio | No | |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 100% |
Option Package Details
LTZ
| 4WD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 100% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Hyundai Sonata Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
flawless workmanship Many extras are standard |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Everything fits perfectly. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Dashboard is not plastic but a synthetic plastic for enhanced feel. Door arm rests well planned out. easy to feel for window and mirror controls. Best middle compartment with iPod hookup. Multiple areas for storage. Impressive audio and audio controls. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
At indicated in the professional reviews, the interior/ exterior is well appointed with quality materials and excellent fit and finish. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car has a solid feel to it. And the doors sound a bit like a European sedan when I shut them. I nice reassuring sound from an inexpensive asian built car. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our Sonota looks and feels like a quality car. I have yet to hear any kind of a rattle or squeak on our winter ravished road. The paint is perfect. Doors close with a solid thunk. We have had the car for about 2 months & no problems with anything. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
soft-touch materials, low-gloss instrument panel |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have had the car approximately 1.5 years now and it is still as solid as the day I drove it off the lot. I recently had to have body work done due to stone chips, I had a 2009 Mitsubishi Gallant and was horrible...sounded like a go-kart..no comparison |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent value for the price |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The car is built solid. We have put 19,000 miles on it since the first of the year (2008)and it still feels like it did the day we bought it new. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it sits like a luxury car with comfortable leather seats and soft plastics in all the right places. No squeaks or rattles in almost 40,000 miles. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Overall, pretty GOOD! |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Just after I tried other cars (mazda, nissan, GM) I realized how good is interior material. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Controls felt a bit cheap, cheap plastics. |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap interior plastic, like a toyota camry, not as good as the accord. |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
cheap plastic feel. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Vents go snap/crackle/pop while flexing in temperatures. Noisy plastic bits from the dash, rumbling rear suspension. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Periodic "Rice Krispies" effect from the dash as cabin temperature warms. Materials are vastly improved from the 2008 model, but dash material seemingly expands as the cabin warms to room temperature...it ceases once room temperature is reached. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap and low class. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Still some minor fit and finish issues which Hyundai needs to work on. Noticed that the body joints under the car were never coated with undercoating like the rest of the chassis. This is something one would not see on a Toyota or Honda. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
a few rattles on dash and door. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not sure; this Sonata is US assembled so time will tell whether or not it will stand the test of time compared to Asian built models |
What Our Members Are Saying about Chevrolet Tahoe Materials and Workmanship
| Materials and Workmanship of the Chevrolet Tahoe: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
From the minute we drove it off the lot the glove box had a rattle! It was due to the poor fit and finish and second rate materials the car was made of. The paint stone chipped very easily. The suspension was loaded with creaks and rattles. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
feels tinny, exterior hardware fails easily |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV, ext. 275-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
Upholstery on back of seats is carpet-like and frays over time, giving an ugly, matted/haggard appearance. Lever on rear split bench seat required maintenance after owning the vehicle a very short time. |
