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Hyundai Elantra 2011–2016 (MD)
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- Price
- $17,200–$22,350
- MPG
- 31
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average reliability
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A fuel-sipping, 5-star-safe compact sedan whose strong economy is undercut by well-documented engine complaints and uninspiring driving dynamics.
Recalled somewhat less often than cars of the same model years; 2 of its 3 recalls were serious. About 7% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Limited history so far, so this score may move as more recalls are filed. Adjusted -6 points for its wider reputation.
5-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 4).
About $2,150 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 67% of cars we track.
14.8 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 27% of other sedans we track.
Classified as roomy for its class when new, with competitive rear-seat room and 14.8 cu ft trunk. Slightly above segment-typical.
148 hp FWD economy sedan with modest handling and no sporty variant in this generation. Adequate but uninspiring, below segment-typical driver engagement.
Era-typical features for a compact sedan of 2011-2016; basic infotainment and few advanced driver aids. Roughly segment-average for its time.
Comfortable ride and quiet cabin were praised at launch; typical compact sedan comfort with reasonable seating.
Typical resale value for a sedan.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls5 recalls
5 recalls · 7 common complaint areas across 2015–2016
- Engine — 80 complaints (2016)
- Recall — Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: LATCH (2016)
- Engine — 58 complaints (2015)
2016
- RecallLatches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: LATCH24V146000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trun
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module26V307000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- Complaint clusterEngine80 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
Vehicle stalls while driving which is very dangerous. All dashboard lights go on prior to stalling. No engine light is on. Knocking sound coming from engine. Dealer states engine needs to be replaced. Car has been serviced regularly despite that Hyundai denies engine replacement. The knocking sound
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other42 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My driver side window has not been working for almost 3 years now. I have taken it to 4 mechanics and they fix it but only last a couple days. They have all say they can’t really do anything about it since they need an original piece. My AC is another issue I have that I have tried fixing 3 times no
- Complaint clusterPowertrain30 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
Transmission P0731 code. Vehicle will not shift into 1st gear when idle but will stay in 3 or 4 gear. Speedometer would indicate high speed when pressing on accelerator. At traffic light when light turn green car rev but would not shift into gear. Has only 130K miles. Car was towed to dealer and r
- Complaint clusterAirbags22 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic, who informed the contact of a Manufacturer's Extended Warranty Coverage for the failure and referred the contact
- Complaint clusterElectrical19 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle's security system malfunctioned immediately after service at Parks Hyundai of Gainesville on 05/27/26 for Recall 256 & Campaign P33. The alarm blares & emergency lights flash while I am driving on public roads. This defect first presented in the dealership parking lot upon pickup. This c
2015
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module23V651000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock B
- RecallLatches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: LATCH24V146000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trun
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module26V307000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- Complaint clusterEngine58 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
I purchased the vehicle from a private party on 8/18/21 with 38,310 miles. Almost immediately after owning the vehicle I noticed the engine oil level was low.. The owner had said she had just got an oil change so I thought maybe the shop just left it low. Then I noticed it low again a month later, a
- Complaint clusterBrakes45 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the engine had misfired; however, the cause of the failure could
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other36 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Hello I own a Hyundai Elantra 2015 SE I am having trunk latch issues the trunk will not open at all I cannot pull seats down without getting into the trunk once something is in there it cannot get out I believe this is a safety hazard I called my dealership to see if there is a recall on this but th
- Complaint clusterSteering26 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
I am writing to formally report a serious vehicle safety concern involving a 2015 Hyundai Elantra, VIN [XXX], which is owned by my mother. The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power steering assistance, creating an immediate and significant safety concern. This could have caused a series issue
- Complaint clusterElectrical20 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The engine failed on a 2015 Hyundai Elantra with approximately 71,000 miles. The vehicle has an open, unresolved safety recall (Recall 251, NHTSA #23V651000) for an ABS module brake fluid leak that Hyundai has acknowledged but has not provided a remedy for. The vehicle is currently at an independent
Cost to own$17,000 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$17,200–$22,350
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,150/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
27
Highway MPG
37
Combined MPG
31
Horsepower
148 hp
Doors
4
Length
179.1 in
Width
70.1 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Curb weight
2,877 lb
Cargo volume
14.8 cu ft
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