2026 Hyundai Elantra — Full Specifications
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The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is a saloon/sedan offered with 4 engines (1.6L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2L 4-cyl). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 41 mpg (UK) / 34 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 28–60 mpg (UK) across all configurations. A hybrid version is also listed by EPA (1.6L 4-cyl), returning around 60 mpg (UK) combined. Owners often keep a Hyundai Elantra workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2025 Hyundai Elantra: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 41 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2L 4-cyl |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 1.6L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 2L 4-cyl · 2L 4-cyl turbo |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (AV-S1) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Saloon/Sedan |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 99 cu ft (2,803 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 14 cu ft (396 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 41 combined / 36 urban / 48 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 34 combined / 30 city / 40 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 163 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 6 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $1,950 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 5 configurations for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra across 4 engines (1.6L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2L 4-cyl, 2L 4-cyl turbo). Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 50 mpg (US), or 28 to 60 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl (Hybrid) | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 60 | 50 (49/52) | 110 | $1,350 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 | 31 (28/35) | 179 | $2,150 |
| 2L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 41 | 34 (30/40) | 163 | $1,950 |
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 23 (20/27) | 244 | $3,550 |
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 24 (21/29) | 227 | $3,400 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 99 cubic feet (about 2,803 litres) and luggage volume at 14 cubic feet (about 396 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra
Running Costs: 2026 Hyundai Elantra
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2026 Hyundai Elantra at 41 mpg combined, expect roughly 887 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $1,950 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2026 Hyundai Elantra Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Hyundai Elantra. The most-reported areas are Air bags (1), Wheels (1), Fuel/propulsion system (1). Complaints include 1 reported fire, 1 reported injury. That is well below the median of 263 complaints across the 17 Hyundai Elantra model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Air bags (1 owner complaint) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Wheels (1 owner complaint) — Look for bent or cracked wheels and ask about any wheel recalls.
- Fuel system (1 owner complaint) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Engine (1 owner complaint) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
Hyundai models in our database average about 34 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2026 Hyundai Elantra's 41 mpg is 7 mpg above that make average. Its 163 g/km CO₂ figure is 44 g/km lower than the 207 g/km Hyundai average.
Of the 17 Hyundai Elantra model years we cover, the 2026 ranks 7th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (41 mpg UK combined, against a high of 43 mpg). See every Hyundai Elantra year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have?
EPA lists 4 engines for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra: 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2L 4-cyl, 2L 4-cyl turbo. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2L 4-cyl with a automatic (av-s1).
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
The most efficient configuration returns around 41 mpg (UK) combined, or 34 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 28 to 60 mpg. The hybrid version returns around 60 mpg (UK) combined.
How much does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $1,950 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
Among the 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Air bags (1 complaint), Wheels (1 complaint), Fuel/propulsion system (1 complaint). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 99 cubic feet (about 2,803 litres) and luggage volume at 14 cubic feet (about 396 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.