2026 Hyundai Sonata vs 2026 Toyota Corolla:
Safety comparison — crash avoidance & crash test ratings
Side-by-side comparison of standard crash-avoidance technologies and NHTSA/IIHS crash test ratings. Driver assistance and convenience features are covered in the full comparison.
Quick take
The Hyundai Sonata holds a modest edge in overall safety (99 vs 94), reflecting slightly stronger crash-avoidance equipment or crash-test performance. Both vehicles are evenly matched on the 4 core crash-avoidance technologies. The Hyundai Sonata achieves a higher IIHS designation (Top Safety Pick+ vs Not awarded). Overall, the Hyundai Sonata has the stronger safety package, leading on 1 of 6 measured features versus 0 for the Toyota Corolla (5 tied). Check the full comparison for cost of ownership, powertrain, and livability scores — safety is one of five pillars in the MotiveGrid Score.
Crash avoidance(0–0–4)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Hyundai Sonata vs Toyota Corolla)
Crash test ratings(1–0–1)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Hyundai Sonata vs Toyota Corolla)
Data reflects standard equipment at the base MSRP. Optional packages like Ford BlueCruise, GM Super Cruise, and Tesla FSD are not scored (Tesla FSD is the lone curated exception). Crash test data from NHTSA and IIHS. ADAS data verified against manufacturer spec pages.
See the full Hyundai Sonata vs Toyota Corolla comparison — all five pillars including cost of ownership, powertrain, driver assistance, and livability: