Hyundai Elantra MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Hyundai Elantra MPG for every model year from 1993 to 2026.
Elantra MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 177 configurations of the Elantra across gas and hybrid versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra Hybrid BlueHybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 51 | 58 | 54 | View |
| Elantra HybridHybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 49 | 52 | 50 | View |
| Elantra w/Stop-Start | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 31 | 40 | 35 | View |
| Elantra non-ISG | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | View |
| Elantra | 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S7) | FWD | 28 | 35 | 31 | View |
| Elantra NPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | View |
| Elantra NPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S8) | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | View |
Elantra MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Elantra configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Elantra Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Elantra.
- 2011: The top combined rating rises to 32 MPG, up from 29 MPG the year before.
- 2017: The top combined rating rises to 35 MPG, up from 31 MPG the year before.
- 2021: The first hybrid Elantra shows up in the EPA data. Its 54 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 36 MPG.
How the Elantra Compares
The EPA rated 24 midsize cars for 2026. The best Elantra version, at 54 MPG combined, ranks 2nd of 24. Combined ratings in the class run from 16 to 57 MPG, with a median of 28.5. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Prius | 57 MPG |
| 2 | Hyundai Elantra | 54 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Camry | 51 MPG |
| 4 | Honda Civic | 49 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus ES | 46 MPG |
What Does a Elantra Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Elantra, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Elantra MPG Questions
Which Elantra year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2024 to 2026 Elantra Hybrid Blue holds the top EPA rating at 54 MPG combined (51 city, 58 highway).
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Elantra?
The 2021 and 2022 Elantra with the 2.0L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive is rated at 37 MPG combined (33 city, 43 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Elantra?
Yes. The 2026 Elantra lineup includes 5 gas-only versions, rated 23 to 35 MPG combined.
Why doesn't my Elantra match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, pulled together by Cedrick Reese. The file lists 177 ratings for the Hyundai Elantra from 1993 to 2026. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov