2020 Hyundai Elantra
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is a midsize car, rated at 36 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 36
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $22,000
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Elantra |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM7) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 33 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 41 |
| Combined MPG | 36 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 250 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1750 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Elantra | 36 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Elantra | 29 MPG combined |
| Elantra | 34 MPG combined |
| Elantra | 30 MPG combined |
| Elantra GT | 28 MPG combined |
| Elantra GT | 27 MPG combined |
| Elantra GT | 26 MPG combined |
| Elantra SE | 35 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 33 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 41 MPG |
| Combined | 36 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 2% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $19,800
- Total interest
- $3,445
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (3)
- ENGINE21V301000 · 2021-04-28
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
- WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS19V720000 · 2019-10-09
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT19V721000 · 2019-10-09
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is EPA-rated at 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway).
Is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Hyundai Elantra costs roughly $1,117 per year to fuel, or about $5,583 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC