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2023 Hyundai Sonata: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2023 Hyundai Sonata is mostly a carryover, and the main lineup change is the discontinuation of the N Line Night Edition. Smaller equipment updates affect the gas SEL, Hybrid Limited, and LED-headlight packaging on several trims.
About the 2023 Hyundai Sonata
8th generation Sonata (DN8), fourth year of the generation and final model year before the 2024 refresh.
Hyundai positions the Sonata as a style-forward midsize sedan that gives buyers more visual flair, more technology, and more powertrain variety than many mainstream rivals. In 2023 that identity still centers on a roomy front-drive sedan with strong value, a long feature list, hybrid efficiency for commuters, and an N Line version for drivers who want much quicker acceleration without leaving the family-sedan class.
The 2023 Sonata ranges from the straightforward SE and efficiency-focused Hybrid Blue to the upscale Limited. The N Line is the performance standout with a 290-hp turbo engine, while Limited models emphasize comfort and technology with leather seating, navigation, heated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof.
What changed, by category
Styling
The N Line Night Edition was dropped. LED headlights changed from standard to optional on Blue, N Line, SE, SEL, and SEL Plus.
Tech
The gas SEL gained the larger touchscreen as standard. The Hybrid Limited replaced its solar roof with a panoramic sunroof.
2023 Hyundai Sonata specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, GDI, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, GDI, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, GDI, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive & Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive & Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic / Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive & Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Overdrive & Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid / Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Hybrid / Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 28 mpg | 27–45 mpg | 50 mpg | 23 mpg | 27–45 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 38 mpg | 37–51 mpg | 54 mpg | 33 mpg | 37–51 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 191–192 hp | 192 hp | 290 hp | 180–192 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 139–181 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 139–195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||
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| Automatic High Beams | ||||||
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| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Power Steering | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Hyundai Sonata a redesign?
No. The 2023 Sonata carries over the same eighth-generation design, engines, and basic lineup structure, with only modest trim and equipment changes before the larger 2024 refresh.
What is the biggest difference between the 2023 and 2022 Hyundai Sonata?
The biggest lineup difference is that the N Line Night Edition was dropped for 2023. The regular N Line continued with its 290-hp turbo engine.
What changed on the 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL?
The gas-powered 2023 Sonata SEL gained the larger touchscreen as standard. The Hybrid SEL did not receive the same highlighted update.
What changed on the 2023 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited?
The 2023 Sonata Hybrid Limited replaced the previous solar roof with a panoramic sunroof. No other major Limited-wide change was highlighted.
Did the 2023 Hyundai Sonata get new engines?
No. Gas models kept the 2.5-liter, turbocharged 1.6-liter, and N Line turbocharged 2.5-liter engines, while hybrid models retained their 2.0-liter hybrid system.
2023 Hyundai Sonata Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Hyundai Sonata.
4.3
2023 Hyundai Sonata
(448 reviews)
“Really smooth driving, easy controls, nice smart features especially if you're unfamiliar with them, it's not overwhelming. Easy to drive, feels secure. The safety features are nice. Wish the seats had more options for adjustments but they're good and wide. If you're tall, getting in and out can be rough. Overall a great car and love how it looks and drive.”
“Get to know lane assist before you trust it completely, but it will safely cover for you on straight stretches.”