Hyundai Elantra GT — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Hyundai Elantra GT specifications on file for 8 model years, 2013–2020, covering hatchback trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 30 to 36 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 5 of the 8 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20201.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–342004★3259
20191.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–342004★1255
20181.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–341974★1334
20172L 4-cylRegular Gasoline322045★4792
20162L 4-cylRegular Gasoline322045★2300
20152L 4-cylRegular Gasoline322035★3263
20142L 4-cylRegular Gasoline322025★2393
20131.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline361855★41335

Best and Worst Hyundai Elantra GT Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 8 Hyundai Elantra GT model years from 2013 to 2020 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 317 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2019 — 255 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2020 — 259 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2015 — 263 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2013 — 1,335 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2017 — 792 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2014 — 393 complaints, 2 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Hyundai Elantra GT covered on this site?

We have data for 8 model years of the Hyundai Elantra GT, from 2013 to 2020.

What engines does the Hyundai Elantra GT come with?

EPA data lists: 1.8L 4-cyl (2013); 2L 4-cyl (2014–2020); 1.6L 4-cyl turbo (2018–2020).

Which Hyundai Elantra GT year has the best fuel economy?

The 2013 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 36 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Hyundai Elantra GT have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Hyundai Elantra GT model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2013 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (4), and the 2013 has the most owner complaints (1,335). Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Hyundai Elantra GT?

The Hyundai Elantra GT is classed as a hatchback on this site.

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