2021 Hyundai Elantra
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra is a midsize car, rated at 37 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 37
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $22,000
- Recalls
- 6
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Elantra |
| Model year | 2021 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S1) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 33 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 43 |
| Combined MPG | 37 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 244 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1700 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Elantra | 31 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Elantra | 35 MPG combined |
| Elantra | 37 MPG combined |
| Elantra | 28 MPG combined |
| Elantra Hybrid | 50 MPG combined |
| Elantra Hybrid Blue | 54 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 33 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 43 MPG |
| Combined | 37 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 0% more efficient than the Elantra's 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 (6)
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT21V796000 · 2021-10-13
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009G. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall numbers 22V-354 for Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles, 22V-458 for Venue vehicles, and 23V-094 for Genesis vehicles. Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, and Genesis vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedies completed.
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD21V00M000 · 2021-12-28
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.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER21V302000 · 2021-04-28
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT22V218000 · 2022-04-01
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 223. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT22V354000 · 2022-05-19
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.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V879000 · 2024-11-21
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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra is EPA-rated at 37 MPG combined (33 city / 43 highway).
Is the 2021 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Hyundai Elantra costs roughly $1,086 per year to fuel, or about $5,432 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2021 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