Hyundai Sonata 2026 vs Hongqi H5 2026
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The true 5-year cost estimate
Hyundai Sonata 2026 costs about 6,163 SAR less to own over 5 years.
| Hyundai Sonata 2026 | Hongqi H5 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated 5-year total cost | 71,275 SAR (1,188 SAR per month) | 77,438 SAR (1,291 SAR per month) |
| Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) | 2,813 SAR | 2,795 SAR |
| Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) | 1,967 SAR – 4,916 SAR | 1,798 SAR – 4,495 SAR |
| Projected value after 3 years (retention) | 66,767 SAR (68%) | 50,354 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 | 64 | 71 |
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| Price & ownership | ||
| Price range | 98,325 SAR – 144,900 SAR | 89,900 SAR – 102,900 SAR |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 180 hp | 196 hp |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.2 s | — |
| Top speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Transmission | Automatic · 8 | Dual-clutch (DCT) · 7 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 15.5 km/L | 15.6 km/L |
| Tank capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,910 mm | 4,988 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,875 mm |
| Boot capacity | 480 L | 400 L |
| Weight | 1,480 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Ground clearance | 135 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 | 7 years |
FAQs about this comparison
Which is cheaper, Hyundai Sonata 2026 or Hongqi H5 2026?
Hongqi H5 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 89,900 SAR versus 98,325 SAR for Hyundai Sonata 2026 — a difference of about 8,425 SAR (list prices; offers vary).
Which costs less in fuel?
At 20,000 km per year, Hongqi H5 2026 costs roughly 2,795 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 2,813 SAR for Hyundai Sonata 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 Hongqi H5 2026 between 1,798 SAR and 4,495 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.
Which scores higher on Beseyat?
Hongqi H5 2026 scores 71/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 64/100 for Hyundai Sonata 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).
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