2013 Hyundai Sonata transmission: CVT or automatic?
No. The 2013 Hyundai Sonata uses a 6-speed automatic, a 6-speed automated manual (dual-clutch) and a 6-speed manual - none of its EPA-listed configurations has a CVT.
Key takeaways
- 4 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
- No CVT here - use the automatic or manual transmission fluid your owner's manual specifies.
- The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.
| Engine | Transmission | EPA code | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 6-speed automatic | Automatic 6-spd | FWD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid | 6-speed automated manual (dual-clutch) | Automatic (AM6) | FWD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder | 6-speed automatic | Automatic 6-spd | FWD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder | 6-speed manual | Manual 6-spd | FWD |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
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