2022 Hyundai Elantra
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra is a midsize car, rated at 37 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 37
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $22,000
- Recalls
- 5
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Elantra |
| Model year | 2022 |
| 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 |
| Elantra N | 23 MPG combined |
| Elantra N | 25 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 (5)
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT22V123000 · 2022-03-03
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 220. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796 and 22V-069. 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: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.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL22V632000 · 2022-08-18
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 234.
- 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 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra is EPA-rated at 37 MPG combined (33 city / 43 highway).
Is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2022 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 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 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 2022 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2022 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