Sedan · Hybrid
Hyundai Elantra 2021–2026 (CN7)
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- Price
- $19,900–$28,500
- MPG
- 54
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Strength: Excellent running costs
- Strength: Strong value retention
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average reliability
How it scores for you10 scores
A top-safety compact that sips fuel with hybrid efficiency, though its tight cargo hold and tepid base driving dynamics keep it practical rather than exciting.
Recalled somewhat more often than cars of the same model years; 3 of its 15 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. Adjusted -2 points for its wider reputation.
5-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 5).
About $1,250 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 88% of cars we track.
14.2 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 14% of other sedans we track.
Roomy cabin for a compact sedan with generous rear legroom; 14.2 cu ft trunk is solid for the class.
147 hp FWD economy sedan tuned for efficiency, not thrills. Composed but modest. The sporty N-Line/N variants exist but base/hybrid trims are unremarkable to drive.
CN7 Elantra offers dual screens, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and available driver-assist features—above average for a compact sedan.
Segment-typical ride comfort and quietness for a compact sedan; decent seats and refinement for the class but no premium standout.
SUVs and hybrids usually hold their value better than average.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls25 recalls
25 recalls · 9 common complaint areas across 2021–2026
- Electrical — 36 complaints (2021)
- Recall — Airbags: sensor: side impact (2026)
- Electrical — 31 complaints (2023)
2026
- RecallAirbags: sensor: side impact26V254000
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.
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: hybrid management: power control unit/module (hpcu)26V308000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
2025
- RecallAirbags: sensor: side impact26V254000
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.
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: hybrid management: power control unit/module (hpcu)26V308000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other10 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The vehicle splash safety shield has been a big problem . A few times it has made bump noises while slowly driving through speed bumps slowly or on street where there is a low crossway. Today it started making noise and I did not realize that it had loosen . While parking it made a grinding noise u
- Complaint clusterLane departure7 complaintscomplaints:LANE DEPARTURE
The “consider taking a break” is extremely distracting and this feature is unable to be disabled. Spurious alarms create a distracting, unsafe driving condition, contrary to what it is aiming for.
2024
- RecallEngine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (egr valve)24V308000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Elantra, Venue, and Kona vehicles. An electrical short circuit may occur in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- RecallElectrical: propulsion system: hybrid management: power control unit/module (hpcu)26V308000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Elantra Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly may overheat.
- Complaint clusterElectrical14 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle has less than 2,000 miles on it being a 2024 model (hybrid limited) and on more than 2 occasions without warning the car will be dead while parked. No accessories left plugged in to cause drainage, no warning from the MyHyundai bluelink app, and the dealers are completely clueless. The v
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other13 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving on the freeway heard a loud boom and realized that the moonroof on the car had shattered.
- Complaint clusterSteering7 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the tachometer, the odometer, and the power steering became inoperable, nearly causing the contact to drive off the road. Additionally, the turn signal lights were not functioning. All the warning lights were illu
2023
- RecallAirbags: frontal22V632000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: pump23V526000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
- RecallElectrical system; vehicle speed control23V589000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: control/drive module24V528000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Complaint clusterElectrical31 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2023 Hyundai Elantra SEL. Car has been slow to start this week. When I depress the brake pedal and push to start, it will start then shut off in the middle of starting then I have to try again or it will sputter then fully start but every safety alert and electrical alarm will go off in my car and n
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other25 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Voice activated calling no longer works without Hyundai's Bluelink subscription. Each time I say a command to "Call John Doe," the response is always, "Sorry, I don't understand. Please upgrade to Bluelink cloud assisted voice calling." This is a basic safety feature that should not be behind a payw
- Complaint clusterPowertrain21 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
I purchased a 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 2023 on December 15, 2023, and since early ownership I have experienced persistent jerking/clunking while slowing to a stop, harsh downshifts, hesitation during braking, and rough transitions between electric and engine power. The issue was first documented
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance14 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
While driving on [XXX] north near exit [XXX] in rain, at 70 mph Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keeping Assistance were on. The vehicle displayed a warning that the smart systems were disabled. The vehicle then began jerking and changing lanes and speed unexpectedly. The steering wheel pulled/jerke
- Complaint clusterEngine13 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
The engine mounts on this vehicle failed. Dealership and many others online have stated that this seems to be a reoccurring issue with the 2021-2023 generation of Hyundai elantras. The vibrations of these failed motor mounts become so severe that they can dislodge the brakes making it very unsafe t
2022
- RecallSeat belts: front; seat belts: pretensioner22V123000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.
- RecallSeat belts: front; seat belts: pretensioner22V218000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
- RecallSeat belts: front; seat belts: pretensioner22V354000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
- RecallAirbags: frontal22V632000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Elantra N and 2022-2023 Elantra vehicles. The emblem on the cover of the driver's front air bag may not have been welded properly, which can result in the emblem detaching upon deployment.
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission22V746000
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete l
- RecallElectrical system; vehicle speed control23V589000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: control/drive module24V528000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera24V879000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem
- Complaint clusterElectrical29 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Horn not functioning. Engine mount needs replacement.
- Complaint clusterSeat belts28 complaintscomplaints:SEAT BELTS
Teenage daughter was in seat belt. Laid over a little when she sat back up the seat belt tighten around her waist and would not release. When tried to pull down from top it continue to tighten and lock around abdomen. With every small move it locked up more until there was no choice but you cut the
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other19 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I own a 2022 Hyundai Elantra N Line. The HVAC system began malfunctioning when the center/forward-facing dashboard vents stopped producing airflow, while the side vents continued to work. Changing the HVAC mode does not properly redirect airflow to the center vents as intended. The vehicle was insp
- Complaint clusterPowertrain19 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
Transmission slippage, near failure, unable to accelerate safely past 20mph. Need to floor the gas peddle which causes me to go over the desired speed.
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance11 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
I am reporting a safety-related defect involving the vehicle’s infotainment and forward safety systems. When this occurs, the vehicle also shows a “Check Forward Safety System” warning message. Diagnostic trouble code C162078 is triggered, indicating a front radar out of alignment. As a result, cri
2021
- RecallVisibility: windshield21V00M000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
- RecallSeats: front assembly: recliner21V302000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
- RecallSeat belts: front; seat belts: pretensioner21V796000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
- RecallSeat belts: front; seat belts: pretensioner22V218000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
- RecallSeat belts: front; seat belts: pretensioner22V354000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
- RecallElectrical system; vehicle speed control23V589000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera24V879000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem
- Complaint clusterElectrical36 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle was serviced to remediate Recall 271- backup camera replacement in January, 2025. In June 2026, vehicle is exhibiting the same issue. Rear camera is non functional in the following ways: 1. Vehicle is shifted to reverse, backup camera does not function; 2. Vehicle is in park backup camera b
- Complaint clusterSeat belts21 complaintscomplaints:SEAT BELTS
The horn is not working when I press the horn or on the key fob. I had it checked and the fuses were fine. The seat belt chime also does not work out of nowhere, same time the horn stopped working.
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other19 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved and ongoing issue with my 2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line. The vehicle currently has approximately 80,100 miles. This issue began when the vehicle had under 60,000 miles. At that time, I brought the vehicle to a Hyundai dealership because the check engine
- Complaint clusterCruise control18 complaintscomplaints:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
How are you? The problem with our Hyundai involves the engine and engine control system. My vehicle is equipped with the same 2.0-liter Nu GDI engine that Hyundai recalled in other 2021 and 2022 vehicles for engine stalling, internal engine damage, and fire risk. Although my VIN is not currently li
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance18 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
The Forward collision warning light comes on randomly at times and disables the system. It’s done this on 3 occasions. No one has inspected the vehicle. I was told everything was normal. No injuries involved. The problem has occurred 3 times now with code c1620078. The history codes show this has ha
Cost to own$16,000 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$19,900–$28,500
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,250/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
53
Highway MPG
56
Combined MPG
54
Horsepower
147 hp
Doors
4
Length
183.9 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
55.5 in
Wheelbase
107.1 in
Curb weight
2,725 lb
Cargo volume
14.2 cu ft
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