Hyundai Sonata 2026 vs Geely Preface 2026
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The true 5-year cost estimate
Hyundai Sonata 2026 costs about 17,020 SAR less to own over 5 years.
| Hyundai Sonata 2026 | Geely Preface 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated 5-year total cost | 77,266 SAR (1,288 SAR per month) | 94,286 SAR (1,571 SAR per month) |
| Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) | 2,813 SAR | 3,230 SAR |
| Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) | 1,967 SAR – 4,916 SAR | 1,833 SAR – 4,583 SAR |
| Projected value after 3 years (retention) | 66,767 SAR (68%) | 51,337 SAR (56%) |
All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03
| Beseyat Score /100 | 65 | 73 |
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| Price & ownership | ||
| Price range | 98,325 SAR – 144,900 SAR | 91,655 SAR – 108,700 SAR ~ |
| Used market price | 66,000 – 96,500 SAR (2024) | — |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 180 hp | 238 hp |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.2 s | 7.0 s |
| Top speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Transmission | Automatic · 8 | Automatic · 8 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 15.5 km/L | 13.5 km/L |
| Tank capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,910 mm | 4,825 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Boot capacity | 480 L | 500 L |
| Weight | 1,480 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm | 130 mm |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| NCAP rating | — | — |
| ADAS systems | 4
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years / 100,000 km | 5 years / 150,000 km |
FAQs about this comparison
Which is cheaper, Hyundai Sonata 2026 or Geely Preface 2026?
Geely Preface 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 91,655 SAR versus 98,325 SAR for Hyundai Sonata 2026 — a difference of about 6,670 SAR (list prices; offers vary).
Which costs less in fuel?
At 20,000 km per year, Hyundai Sonata 2026 costs roughly 2,813 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 3,230 SAR for Geely Preface 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).
Roughly how much is the insurance premium?
Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Hyundai Sonata 2026 between 1,967 SAR and 4,916 SAR, and Geely Preface 2026 between 1,833 SAR and 4,583 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.
Which scores higher on Beseyat?
Geely Preface 2026 scores 73/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 65/100 for Hyundai Sonata 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).
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