Chevrolet Volt vs Hyundai Sonata
The Chevrolet Volt is more fuel-efficient at 42 MPG combined, against 31 MPG for the Hyundai Sonata. At EPA assumptions that is about $550 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Volt | Hyundai Sonata | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,212 | 1,005 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 18 and 14 | 46 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 34,000 miles | 54,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 42 MPG | 31 MPG |
| City and highway | 43 and 42 | 28 and 36 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,600 | $2,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,212 complaints for the Chevrolet Volt and 1,005 for the Hyundai Sonata. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Volt, 5 stars for the Hyundai Sonata.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Chevrolet Volt, 3 for the Hyundai Sonata.