2017 Hyundai Sonata Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Hyundai Sonata factory audio system features specific mounting positions, where the dashboard accommodates a 3 inch speaker size and the center dash supports a 4 inch speaker. Additionally, the front door panel and rear door panel accept 6.5 inch speakers, while the rear deck lid accommodates 8 inch units. Available audio components for replacement and upgrade include full-range, midrange, midbass, and woofer configurations.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Dash | 4 | Midrange |
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| Dashboard | 3 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 8 | Woofer |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Hyundai Sonata Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
3
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 02017 Hyundai Sonata Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The front door panel speakers in the 2017 Hyundai Sonata represent a typical starting point for audio upgrades, as these 6.5 inch locations often handle the majority of the sound spectrum in factory configurations.
- Full-range capable speakers installed in the door panels could potentially eliminate the need for separate dashboard units, though this depends on the desired frequency distribution across the cabin.
- The 8 inch rear deck lid location suggests the factory system may route lower frequencies to the rear of the cabin, which aftermarket woofers could enhance for increased bass response.
- Center dash midrange speakers at 4 inches typically focus on vocal and instrumental clarity, filling the sonic gap between smaller dashboard units and larger door-mounted speakers.
- The combination of multiple speaker sizes indicates a distributed audio approach, where different frequency ranges may be assigned to specific locations based on their acoustic properties.
- Upgrading door panel speakers before dashboard units might produce more noticeable improvements, as larger drivers generally move more air and handle broader frequency ranges with greater efficiency.
- The availability of both single and double DIN radio options provides flexibility for head unit replacements, which could enable better power delivery and signal processing for upgraded speakers.
- Midbass-specific drivers in the door locations could work in conjunction with the rear deck woofer to create a more defined low-frequency presentation throughout the vehicle.