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2016 Hyundai Sonata Bulb Size Chart

Bulb sizes may vary by trim, factory lighting package, region, production date, and previous modifications. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb before buying.

Last database update: May 2026. Manual review status: Not yet manually reviewed.

Verify before buying: check the bulb number printed on your existing bulb, confirm your trim and factory lighting package, and review the seller's fitment notes.
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2016 Hyundai Sonata Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Low Beam9005HB3Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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AmazoneBay
Side Marker168—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon
High Beam9005HB3Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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AmazoneBay
Turn Signal Rear1156A—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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Amazon
License Plate168—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon
Reverse Light921—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon
Dome LightDE3175—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon
Trunk LightDE3175—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Amazon

2016 Hyundai Sonata Fitment Notes

Across the 1989-2020 production range, our database shows changes in the listed License Plate, Reverse Light, Dome Light positions. Use the chart above for this 2016 model, then confirm the bulb number in your vehicle before buying.

Known fitment limitations

  • factory HID or LED packages may use different parts
  • fog lights may depend on equipment package
  • aftermarket headlight assemblies may use different bulbs
  • regional models and production-date splits may differ

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How do the 2016 Hyundai Sonata's bulbs compare to other years?

The 2016 Hyundai Sonata changed bulb sizes from 2015. The previous model year used a different configuration.

The 2017 model switched to a different bulb configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 2016 model years. ← 2015 2017 →

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Other Sonata Years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists 9005 for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists 9005 for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 2016 Hyundai Sonata can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed 9005 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

The 2016 Hyundai Sonata does not have a fog light bulb listed in our current database. If your vehicle has fog lights, verify the bulb in the housing or owner's manual before buying.

The 2016 Hyundai Sonata uses a single bulb (dual filament) headlight system. This means one bulb controls both high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many 9005 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as 9005 / HB3, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Yes — the 2016 Hyundai Sonata uses different bulb sizes than the 2015 model. The 2016 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 2016 Hyundai Sonata is the only year in the 2016 generation to use the 9005 bulb for the low beam headlight.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed 9005 low beam size on the existing bulb or owner's manual, then follow the service procedure for your exact trim.

Rules for LED headlight retrofits vary by location and by housing type. Avoid products that create glare or lack road-use compliance claims, and check local requirements before using an LED conversion on public roads.

Replacement cost depends on bulb technology, brand, and labor access. Common halogen 9005 replacements are usually cheaper than LED conversion kits. Check seller fitment notes before comparing prices.

Halogen bulbs and LED replacements differ in output, heat behavior, beam pattern, and electronics. A correct bulb code does not guarantee a correct LED beam pattern, so verify physical fit and seller compatibility notes for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata.