2018 Hyundai Sonata value
In Good condition, a 2018 Hyundai Sonata is likely worth $5,125–$9,875 as a trade-in, $8,750–$12,100 in a private sale and $9,850–$13,700 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $16,590 (median of 21 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
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What you'd likely get
| If you… | Range |
|---|---|
| Trade-in at a dealer What a dealer typically credits you toward another car. | $5,125–$9,875 |
| Private-party sale Selling yourself to another person. | $8,750–$12,100 |
| Dealer retail (fair purchase) What buyers typically pay a dealer. | $9,850–$13,700 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, Good condition, fetched Oct 23, 2026, valid through 10/23/2026. Ranges span the styles KBB lists for this year. Edmunds per-model ranges: not available (not collected).
Typical dealer asking price: $16,590 (21 listings, Oct 23, 2026, iSeeCars and Carvana). Asking prices are what dealers list, not what they pay you. See the listings
Typical dealer asking price
$16,590
Median of 21 dealer listings. Typical range $13,640–$18,290 (middle 50%) from 21 cited comparable listings observed Oct 23, 2026–Oct 23, 2026.
See all 21 cited comparables
| Price | Trim | Miles | Location | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8,145 | Sport | 120,473 | Houston, TX | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $10,870 | Eco | 49,094 | Glenview, IL | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $11,999 | Limited | 58,120 | Spring, TX | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $12,877 | SE | 54,339 | Phoenix, AZ | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $13,290 | - | ≈117,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $13,990 | - | ≈89,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $14,590 | - | ≈75,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $14,790 | - | ≈68,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $14,990 | - | ≈85,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,990 | - | ≈79,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,590 | - | ≈41,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,990 | Sport | ≈47,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,990 | - | ≈57,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,990 | - | ≈59,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,990 | - | ≈45,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,990 | - | ≈43,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $18,590 | - | ≈49,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $18,590 | - | ≈29,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,590 | - | ≈38,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $19,990 | - | ≈24,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,590 | - | ≈20,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
Method: Median of asking/sold prices of cited comparable 2018 Hyundai Sonata listings observed in the last 120 days. Minimum 5 comps required. How this works
Safety recalls (0)
NHTSA's recall database returned no recalls for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata model names we queried.
Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check a VIN-specific recall at NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (SONATA) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (SONATA HYBRID) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Fuel economy (26–42 MPG combined)
| Version | City/Hwy/Comb | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Sonata Automatic (AM7) | 28/37/31 | 1.6L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Sonata Automatic (S6) | 25/35/28 | 2.4L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Sonata Automatic (S8) | 23/32/26 | 2.0L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Sonata Hybrid Automatic (AM6) | 39/44/41 | 2.0L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Sonata Hybrid SE Automatic (AM6) | 40/46/42 | 2.0L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Automatic (AM6) | 37/42/39 | 2.0L 4cyl · Regular Gas and Electricity · Front-Wheel Drive |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov · fetched Oct 23, 2026
NHTSA model names
NHTSA vPIC lists these Hyundai model names for 2018: Sonata.
Source: NHTSA vPIC · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Kelley Blue Book values
For a 2018 Hyundai Sonata in Good condition, KBB showed: fair purchase price $9,850–$13,700; private party $8,750–$12,100; trade-in $5,125–$9,875.
KBB values by style (11)
| Style | Fair purchase | Private party | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE Sedan 4D | $9,850 | $8,750 | $5,400 |
| SEL+ Sedan 4D | $10,250 | $9,125 | $6,900 |
| SEL Sedan 4D | $10,550 | $9,375 | $6,725 |
| Eco Sedan 4D | $11,200 | $9,975 | $5,125 |
| Sport Sedan 4D | $11,200 | $9,950 | $6,500 |
| Sport+ Sedan 4D | $11,000 | $9,775 | $6,075 |
| Limited Sedan 4D | $11,800 | $10,450 | $7,275 |
| Limited 2.0T Sedan 4D | $12,550 | $11,100 | $6,850 |
| Sport 2.0T Sedan 4D | $12,900 | $11,400 | $7,300 |
| Limited 2.0T+ Sedan 4D | $13,700 | $12,100 | $8,300 |
| Sedan 4D | $13,300 | $11,750 | $9,875 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, fetched Oct 23, 2026 · KBB values valid through 10/23/2026 · page hash 42417ce1933b. KBB figures are KBB's estimates, shown separately from our listing-based value.
2018 Hyundai Sonata specs
| Fuel economy (city / hwy / combined) | 23–40 / 32–46 / 26–42 MPG (EPA) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl (EPA) |
| Horsepower | 178 - 245 hp (KBB) |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM7), Automatic (S6), Automatic (S8), Automatic (AM6) (EPA) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (EPA) |
| Fuel type | Regular, Regular Gas and Electricity (EPA) |
| EPA size class | Large Cars, Midsize Cars (EPA) |
| Body styles | Sedan 4D (KBB) |
| Cargo volume | 16.3 cu ft (KBB) |
| Trims / styles | SE Sedan 4D, SEL+ Sedan 4D, SEL Sedan 4D, Eco Sedan 4D, Sport Sedan 4D, Sport+ Sedan 4D, Limited Sedan 4D, Limited 2.0T Sedan 4D, Sport 2.0T Sedan 4D, Limited 2.0T+ Sedan 4D, Sedan 4D (KBB) |
Specs from EPA fueleconomy.gov (fetched Oct 23, 2026) and Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); fields marked with another source cite that page and fetch date. Ranges span all versions listed.
Market context
Latest: 182.2 (Sep 2026), -1.5% vs. a year earlier. Peak in the last 10 years: 216.9 (Feb 2022).
Sep 2016 – Sep 2026. National index (1982–84=100); it shows market direction, not the value of a specific car.
Source: FRED CUSR0000SETA02 (BLS) · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Questions
What is a 2018 Hyundai Sonata worth?
In Good condition, a 2018 Hyundai Sonata is likely worth $5,125–$9,875 as a trade-in, $8,750–$12,100 in a private sale and $9,850–$13,700 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $16,590 (median of 21 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
What is the trade-in value of a 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
Kelley Blue Book lists a trade-in range of $5,125–$9,875 for a 2018 Hyundai Sonata in Good condition (fetched Oct 23, 2026). Private-party: $8,750–$12,100. Dealer retail: $9,850–$13,700.
What do dealers ask for a used 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
Dealers typically ask about $16,590 for a 2018 Hyundai Sonata (median asking price; middle 50% $13,640–$18,290), based on 21 cited listings from iSeeCars and Carvana observed Oct 23, 2026.
What is the price range for a used 2018 Hyundai Sonata?
Asking prices in our 21 cited listings ran from $8,145 to $20,590; the middle half sat between $13,640 and $18,290.
How many miles do used 2018 Hyundai Sonata listings have?
The 21 listings with a mileage shown had 20,000–120,473 miles (median 54,339).
Where does this 2018 Hyundai Sonata value come from?
From 21 public listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, each linked below with its fetch date and a content hash of the page we read. Download them as CSV or JSON.
Does the 2018 Hyundai Sonata have recalls?
NHTSA returned no recalls for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata model names we queried (checked Oct 23, 2026).
What MPG does the 2018 Hyundai Sonata get?
EPA combined fuel economy for 2018 Hyundai Sonata versions ranges from 26 to 42 MPG, per fueleconomy.gov.
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