Ford Fiesta vs Hyundai Sonata
The Ford Fiesta is more fuel-efficient at 33 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Hyundai Sonata. At EPA assumptions that is about $450 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Fiesta | Hyundai Sonata | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,040 | 4,629 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 52 and 7 | 194 and 187 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 57,000 miles | 76,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 14 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 33 MPG | 27 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 38 | 24 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,050 | $2,500 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,040 complaints for the Ford Fiesta and 4,629 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: 4 stars for the Ford Fiesta, 5 stars for the Hyundai Sonata.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford Fiesta, 14 for the Hyundai Sonata.