Toyota Camry 2026 vs Hyundai Sonata 2026

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Toyota Camry
🏆 Beseyat pick Toyota Camry
79/100 Beseyat Score

Toyota Camry — most powerful, most efficient, safest, biggest boot

Toyota Camry 79
Hyundai Sonata 64
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The true 5-year cost estimate

Hyundai Sonata 2026 costs about 655 SAR less to own over 5 years.

Toyota Camry 2026 Hyundai Sonata 2026
Estimated 5-year total cost 71,930 SAR (1,199 SAR per month) 71,275 SAR (1,188 SAR per month)
Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) 2,535 SAR 2,813 SAR
Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) 2,197 SAR – 5,491 SAR 1,967 SAR – 4,916 SAR
Projected value after 3 years (retention) 79,012 SAR (72%) 66,767 SAR (68%)

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

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Toyota Camry
Toyota Camry
2026
109,825 SAR
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Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Sonata
2026
98,325 SAR
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Beseyat Score /100 79 64
Price & ownership
Price range 109,825 SAR – 153,985 SAR 98,325 SAR – 144,900 SAR
Engine
Fuel type Petrol Petrol
Displacement 2.5 L 2.5 L
Cylinders 4 4
Power 201 hp 180 hp
Torque 250 Nm 232 Nm
Battery capacity
Electric range
Performance
0–100 km/h 8.5 s 9.2 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 17.2 km/L 15.5 km/L
Tank capacity 60 L 60 L
Dimensions
Length 4,915 mm 4,910 mm
Width 1,840 mm 1,860 mm
Height 1,445 mm 1,445 mm
Wheelbase 2,825 mm 2,840 mm
Boot capacity 493 L 480 L
Weight 1,560 kg 1,480 kg
Ground clearance 145 mm 135 mm
Seats 5 5
Doors 4 4
Safety
Airbags 9 6
NCAP rating ★★★★★
ADAS systems 4
  • Pre-collision system
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Lane departure alert
  • Automatic high beam
4
  • Forward collision-avoidance assist
  • Smart cruise control with stop & go
  • Blind-spot view monitor
  • Lane following assist
Features
Key features
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen (upper trims)
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • 5th-generation hybrid option (226 hp, 27.7 km/L)
  • 12.3-inch curved dual displays
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
  • Bose premium audio (top trims)
  • Ventilated front seats
Warranty
Warranty 3 years / 100,000 km 3 years / 100,000 km

Beseyat AI analysis

The Toyota Camry 2026 starts at SAR 109,825 and offers a stronger 201 hp engine with better fuel efficiency at 17.2 km/L. It also provides superior safety with 9 airbags and a 5-star NCAP rating, plus a larger 493-litre boot. With a Beseyat Score of 79/100, this car is best suited for Saudi buyers who prioritise performance, safety, and long-term efficiency.

The Hyundai Sonata 2026 is priced lower at SAR 98,325, making it a more budget-friendly option. It has 180 hp, 15.5 km/L fuel economy, 6 airbags, and a 480-litre boot. With a Beseyat Score of 64/100, it suits buyers seeking a lower initial cost without sacrificing basic sedan features. For the majority of Saudi buyers, the Camry’s higher score and stronger specs justify its higher price, but the Sonata remains a solid value choice for those on a tighter budget.

AI guidance is informational; confirm details with the dealer. · Generated on: 2026-07-12

FAQs about this comparison

Which is cheaper, Toyota Camry 2026 or Hyundai Sonata 2026?

Hyundai Sonata 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 98,325 SAR versus 109,825 SAR for Toyota Camry 2026 — a difference of about 11,500 SAR (list prices; offers vary).

Which costs less in fuel?

At 20,000 km per year, Toyota Camry 2026 costs roughly 2,535 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: Toyota Camry 2026 between 2,197 SAR and 5,491 SAR, and Hyundai Sonata 2026 between 1,967 SAR and 4,916 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.

Which scores higher on Beseyat?

Toyota Camry 2026 scores 79/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 64/100 for Hyundai Sonata 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).

AI guidance is informational; confirm details with the dealer.

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