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2020 Hyundai Elantra
Sedan · 2015–2026 · Elantra, Elantra GT, Elantra Hybrid, Elantra N
Trims and features
What changed for 2020
- Starting prices: +$450 to +$2,100 (6 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: Gamma 1.4L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder, DOHC → KAPPA 1.4L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder (Eco)
- Fuel economy (combined): 35 mpg → 36 mpg (Eco)
- Engine: Nu 2.0L MPI Atkinson Cycle 4-cylinder, DOHC Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) → NU 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder (SE, Limited, SEL, Value Edition)
- Fuel economy (combined): 33 mpg → 35 mpg (SE)
- Climate zones: 1 → 2 (SE, Sport, SEL)
- Fuel economy (combined): 32 mpg → 34 mpg (Limited, SEL, Value Edition)
- Adaptive cruise control: Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go → Adaptive Cruise Control (Limited)
- Engine: Gamma 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder, DOHC → GAMMA 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder (Sport)
- Digital gauge cluster: 3.5 in → 4.2 in (Sport)
2020 Elantra trims
| Eco | Limited | SE | SEL | Sport | Value Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||
| Starting MSRP | $21,600 | $23,150 | $19,300 | $20,050 | $24,150 | $20,950 |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | KAPPA 1.4L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder | NU 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder | NU 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder | NU 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder | GAMMA 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder | NU 2.0L MPI Atkinson 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 128 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 201 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | 156 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-Speed EcoShift DCT with SHIFTRONIC | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | 7-Speed DCT with SHIFTRONIC | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| Gears | 7 | — | — | — | 7 | — |
| Drivetrain | Fwd | Fwd | Fwd | Fwd | Fwd | Fwd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 36 mpg | 34 mpg | 35 mpg | 34 mpg | 29 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft | 14.4 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.5 in | 5.3 in |
| Length | 181.9 in | 181.9 in | 181.9 in | 181.9 in | 181.9 in | 181.9 in |
| Curb weight | 2,857 lb | 2,844 lb | 2,844 lb | 2,844 lb | — | 2,844 lb |
| Tech | ||||||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | 7 in + option | 5 in | 7 in | 7 in + option | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired | — | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired | — | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in | 3.5 in + option | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 4.2 in | 3.5 in |
| Audio | — | Infinity | — | — | Optional | — |
| Speakers | 6 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 + option | 6 |
| Wireless phone charging | — | Qi | — | — | — | — |
| Driver assistance | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control + option | — | — | — | — |
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | — | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking + option | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Parking sensors | — | Rear | — | — | — | — |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Cloth | Leather | Cloth | Cloth | Leather | Cloth |
| Heated seats | — | — | — | — | Front | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start | — | App-Based Remote Start | Optional | App-Based Remote Start |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof + option | — | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 15 in | 17 in | 15 in | 16 in | 18 in | 16 in |
| Headlights | Halogen | Bi-LED Projector | Halogen | Halogen | Bi-LED Projector | Halogen |
Packages and options (36)
| Eco | Limited | SE | SEL | Sport | Value Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Package $195 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Convenience Package $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Limited Ultimate Package $3,350 | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Sport Premium Package $2,050 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Winter Weather Package $280 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| SULEV | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Mud Guards $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Applique $70 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Mats $165 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Illuminated Door Sills $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Block $20 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $155 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Center Console Tray $40 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dual USB Charger $70 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror (Without Bluelink) $295 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Light Kit $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Reversible Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trunk Hook $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Calypso Red | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Ceramic White | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Fluid Metal | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Intense Blue | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Lakeside Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Machine Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Phantom Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Portofino Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Quartz White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Scarlet Red | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Stellar Silver | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Symphony Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Beige | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Third party, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem order guide, Oem configurator, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem press release. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Collision warning | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo 2.0L 4-cyl 2.0L 4-cyl turbo manual available | FWD | 23–54 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 3 | — | — |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo 2.0L 4-cyl 2.0L 4-cyl turbo manual available | FWD | 23–54 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 34 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2024 | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo 2.0L 4-cyl 2.0L 4-cyl turbo manual available | FWD | 23–54 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 61 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid, 201 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147–280 hp 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 147–280 hp manual available | FWD | 23–54 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 167 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2022 | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid, 201 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147–276 hp 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 147–276 hp manual available | FWD | 23–54 mpg | 5 of 5 | 13 | 158 | Standard | Yes |
| 2021 | 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid, 201 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147 hp manual available | FWD | 28–54 mpg | 5 of 5 | 10 | 163 | No | Yes |
| 2020 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo, 128 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147–161 hp manual available | FWD | 26–36 mpg | 4 of 5 | 6 | 443 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2019 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo, 128 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147–161 hp manual available | FWD | 25–35 mpg | 4 of 5 | 2 | 447 | Optional | Yes |
| 2018 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo, 128 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147–161 hp manual available | FWD | 25–35 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 334 | Optional | Yes |
| 2017 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo, 128 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 201 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 147–173 hp manual available | FWD | 25–35 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 8 | 1559 | Optional | Yes |
| 2016 | 1.8L 4-cyl, 145 hp 2.0L 4-cyl, 145 hp manual available | FWD | 27–31 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 560 | No | No |
| 2015 | 1.8L 4-cyl 2.0L 4-cyl manual available | FWD | 27–31 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 510 | No | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Elantra 2017–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | HYUNDAI ELANTRA HYBRID 4DR HEV FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI ELANTRA 4DR N/A FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 2 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI ELANTRA N 4DR N/A FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 22 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 5 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Elantra N 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 7 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 54 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Elantra HEV 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 6 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Elantra N 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 98 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Elantra HEV 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 55 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Elantra N 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 14 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 101 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 40 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Elantra N 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 4 | 17 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | Standard | 6 | 131 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | Standard | 4 | 29 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Elantra N-Line 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | Standard | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 252 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Elantra GT 5 HB FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 191 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 251 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 196 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 283 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD | 4 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 51 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD Later Release | 4 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 58 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD Early Release | 4 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 767 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 734 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 293 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 267 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Elantra 2 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 262 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 262 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 248 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Elantra | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 31 |
| 2026 | Elantra Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2026 | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 54 |
| 2026 | Elantra N | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–24 |
| 2026 | Elantra non-ISG | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 34 |
| 2026 | Elantra w/Stop-Start | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2025 | Elantra | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, with Stop-Start Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
31–36 |
| 2025 | Elantra Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2025 | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 54 |
| 2025 | Elantra N | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–24 |
| 2024 | Elantra | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
31–36 |
| 2024 | Elantra Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2024 | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 54 |
| 2024 | Elantra N | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–24 |
| 2023 | Elantra | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
31–37 |
| 2023 | Elantra Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2023 | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 54 |
| 2023 | Elantra N | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2022 | Elantra | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
28–37 |
| 2022 | Elantra Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2022 | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 54 |
| 2022 | Elantra N | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2021 | Elantra | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Stop-Start Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI |
28–37 |
| 2021 | Elantra Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 50 |
| 2021 | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 54 |
| 2020 | Elantra | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
29–36 |
| 2020 | Elantra GT | Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–28 |
| 2020 | Elantra SE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2019 | Elantra | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–35 |
| 2019 | Elantra GT | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–28 |
| 2019 | Elantra SE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 33 |
| 2018 | Elantra | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–35 |
| 2018 | Elantra GT | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–28 |
| 2018 | Elantra SE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 33 |
| 2017 | Elantra | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–35 |
| 2017 | Elantra GT | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27 |
| 2017 | Elantra SE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 33 |
| 2016 | Elantra | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
28–31 |
| 2016 | Elantra GT | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27 |
| 2016 | Elantra Limited | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 30 |
| 2015 | Elantra | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
28–31 |
| 2015 | Elantra Coupe | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27–28 |
| 2015 | Elantra GT | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
27 |
| 2015 | Elantra Limited | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 30 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.