2026 Hyundai Elantra
2026 Hyundai Elantra — NHTSA overall rating 5/5.
Trim: SEL
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Hyundai Elantra snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Hyundai Elantra typically asks about $22,000 versus a $23,400 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 Hyundai Elantra has 1 NHTSA recall campaign in our catalog (including Air Bags). Versus 2025, watch city mpg (32 mpg → 31 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$22,000
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$23,400
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
1
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
0
NHTSA filings
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Elantra?
Yes — 1 recall campaign in our catalog for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Air Bags
2026-04-21
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
Campaign 26V254000
Owner complaints
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year in our last refresh.
Video
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2026 Hyundai Elantra Review | One BIG Change for 2026!
Video by Gold Pony · Watch on YouTube
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is city mpg (32 mpg → 31 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- City MPG
- 32 mpg↓31 mpg
- Highway MPG
- 41 mpg↓40 mpg
How much does a used 2026 Elantra cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $22,000 in typical used asking against a $23,400 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $23,400
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $22,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$1,400 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Elantra?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Hyundai Elantra continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Hyundai Elantra, also known as the Hyundai Avante, is a series of compact cars produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 1990. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 4DR N/A FWD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 4/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 5/5.
- 1 NHTSA recall
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 4/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 5/5
- EPA combined 35 mpg
- About 185.4 × 71.7 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 147 hp, 35 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
147 hp
Combined MPG
35 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (35 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,200
5-year energy
$6,000
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 35 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Width
- 71.7 in
- Height
- 55.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 107.1 in
- Curb weight
- 2724.9 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 31
- Highway MPG
- 40
- Combined MPG
- 35
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 4 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 5 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 4DR N/A FWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | SEL | Hybrid Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 139 hp |
| Combined MPG | 35 | 54 |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 | 1.6L Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 147 | — | — | 35 | FWD | |
| 139 | — | — | 54 | FWD |