Sonata vs 523i M Sport
Hyundai · BMW
1/4 Mile winner
523i M Sport
Beats the Sonata by 0.05s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 523i M Sport beats the Sonata by a hair, finishing 0.05 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 523i M Sport thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
191 hp
190 hp
0–100 km/h
8s
7.9s
Top speed
240 km/h
230 km/h
Engine
2.5L Inline-4
I6
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
230 Nm
Price
$25,000
$60,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Sonata
523i M Sport
100 m
7.213s
7.149s
1/8 mile
10.582s
10.511s
1/4 mile
15.729s
15.675s
1 km
27.518s
27.614s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Sonata is $25,000 vs $60,000 for the 523i M Sport — a $35,000 gap. Top speed: Sonata runs to 240 km/h, 10 km/h higher than 523i M Sport.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Sonata or the 523i M Sport?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 523i M Sport is faster, beating the Sonata by 0.05 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Sonata vs the 523i M Sport?
The Sonata hits 100 km/h in 8 seconds, while the 523i M Sport does it in 7.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Sonata produces 191 hp; the 523i M Sport produces 190 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Sonata tops out at 240 km/h, and the 523i M Sport reaches 230 km/h.
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