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Hyundai Elantra (2026): price, specs & release date
Hyundai Elantra (2026), released 2026. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: fueleconomy.gov verified STALE · 2026-06-15 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Hyundai Elantra (2026) is listed at $22825 on fueleconomy.gov as of 2026-08-16, the cheapest cars (median $29845); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 42/100 pay-blind standing, #11 of 16 in class.
Verified Aug 16, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Strong value and long standard-features list; Roomy cabin with ample rear-seat legroom.
- Skip if Slow, uninspiring naturally aspirated base engine is a dealbreaker.
Price history
$22825Is the Hyundai Elantra (2026) a good buy?
At $22825, the Hyundai Elantra (2026) is the cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720. On the spec sheet, its horsepower of 147 is the lowest of the 16, its mpg combined of 34 is above the median of the 15, and its seats of 5 is at the median of the 16.
Evidence of Record
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Two independent labs measured this product across 4 physical metrics — 0-60 mph, 75-mph highway fuel, braking and roadholding. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Hyundai Elantra (2026)
Two whitelisted testers reviewed the 2026 Elantra; Edmunds was paywall-blocked and consumer reviews excluded. Car and Driver (8.5/10) and MotorTrend (9.0/10) both praise strong value, a roomy cabin with generous rear legroom, and the smooth hybrid option, while faulting the slow, uninspiring naturally aspirated base engine and cheap-feeling interior materials. C&D measured an 8.1-second 0-60 and a 38-mpg 75-mph highway result for the base car; both rank the Elantra behind the Honda Civic.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2026
Tested by Car and Driver, MotorTrend
Consistently praised
- Strong value and long standard-features list · 2 sources
- Roomy cabin with ample rear-seat legroom · 2 sources
- Smooth, efficient hybrid option · 2 sources
- Sportier N Line handles well · 2 sources
- Excellent safety ratings and equipment
Commonly flagged
- Slow, uninspiring naturally aspirated base engine · 2 sources
- Cheap, inexpensive-feeling interior materials · 2 sources
- Ranks behind the Honda Civic · 2 sources
- Real-world fuel economy falls short of EPA estimates
Where reviewers disagree Both place the Elantra below the Honda Civic, but ranking and score differ: MotorTrend ranks it #2 among compact sedans (9.0/10) while Car and Driver places it #6 among compact cars (8.5/10). Their measured base 0-60 also differs slightly: 8.1 sec (C&D) vs 8.4 sec (MotorTrend).
The sources (2)
0-60 mph (2.0L nonhybrid, C/D test): 8.1 sec · 0-60 mph (hybrid, C/D test): 8.4 sec · 75-mph highway fuel economy (2.0L nonhybrid): 38 mpg · 75-mph highway fuel economy (hybrid): 48 mpg · Braking, 70-0 mph: 175 ft · Roadholding, 300-ft skidpad: 0.88 g
The cabin is roomy, and its controls and infotainment setups are close at hand and easy to use.
Spiritless nonturbo models, real-world fuel economy falls short of estimates, smaller screen has better smartphone tech.
The Elantra has about as much emotional depth as Zoolander, but it has his blue-steel look down.
0-60 mph (2.0L base, MotorTrend Tested): 8.4 sec · 0-60 mph (N Line, MotorTrend Tested): 7.0 sec
Interior space is a strong point, with plenty of legroom in the second row and a class-competitive trunk.
it’s slow and uninteresting to drive.
entry-level models make use of cut-rate materials, so don’t expect a premium interior on more basic versions of Hyundai’s sedan.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $22825 — current on record (was $22625) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai |
| Released | 2026 |
| Body style | compact sedan |
| Mpg combined | 34 |
| Horsepower | 147 |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | — |
| Powertrain | 2.0L inline-4 naturally aspirated, automatic CVT |
Source: fueleconomy.gov (read 2026-06-15) STALE · 2026-06-15 · corroborated by consumerreports.org (read 2026-06-15). EPA vehicle ID 49813 (2026 Hyundai Elantra non-ISG 2.0L): 34 MPG combined (30 city/40 hwy), MSRP $22,625–$29,400, 2.0L 4-cyl AV-S1. ConsumerReports confirms 147 hp base engine, starting $22,625, 5 seats (2+3). Elantra Hybrid Blue (ID 49817) achieves 54 MPG combined at $25,450. Cargo volume not accessible; null entered.
Is the Hyundai Elantra (2026) worth it vs cheaper cars?
Hyundai Elantra (2026) against its closest cheaper and pricier cars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked
| Product | Price | Body style | Mpg combined | Horsepower | Drivetrain | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra (2026) this | $22825 | compact sedan | 34 | 147 | FWD | 5 |
| Toyota Corolla (2026) | $22925 | compact sedan | 35 | 169 | FWD | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Hyundai Elantra (2026)?
Two whitelisted testers reviewed the 2026 Elantra; Edmunds was paywall-blocked and consumer reviews excluded. Car and Driver (8.5/10) and MotorTrend (9.0/10) both praise strong value, a roomy cabin with generous rear legroom, and the smooth hybrid option, while faulting the slow, uninspiring naturally aspirated base engine and cheap-feeling interior materials. C&D measured an 8.1-second 0-60 and a 38-mpg 75-mph highway result for the base car; both rank the Elantra behind the Honda Civic. Praised: Strong value and long standard-features list; Roomy cabin with ample rear-seat legroom; Smooth, efficient hybrid option; Sportier N Line handles well; Excellent safety ratings and equipment. Flagged: Slow, uninspiring naturally aspirated base engine; Cheap, inexpensive-feeling interior materials; Ranks behind the Honda Civic; Real-world fuel economy falls short of EPA estimates. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Hyundai Elantra (2026) cost?
The Hyundai Elantra (2026) has a US price of $22825, as of 2026-08-16.
How does the Hyundai Elantra (2026) compare on price?
At $22825, the Hyundai Elantra (2026) is the cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720.
Has the Hyundai Elantra (2026)'s price dropped?
No — since 2026-06-27 the Hyundai Elantra (2026) has risen 0.9%, from $22625 to $22825; the lowest we have recorded is $22625 (2026-06-27).
What is the lowest price the Hyundai Elantra (2026) has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Hyundai Elantra (2026) is $22625 on 2026-06-27.
Is now a good time to buy the Hyundai Elantra (2026)?
The Hyundai Elantra (2026) is currently $22825; the lowest we have recorded is $22625 (2026-06-27). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
When was the Hyundai Elantra (2026) released?
The Hyundai Elantra (2026) was released 2026.
What are the Hyundai Elantra (2026)'s key specs?
Hyundai Elantra (2026) (Hyundai): body style compact sedan, mpg combined 34, horsepower 147, drivetrain FWD, seats 5. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $22825 at fueleconomy.gov, 2026-08-16. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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