2023 Hyundai Elantra Review

Name: 2023 Hyundai Elantra
Brand: Hyundai

Price Range: $13,840 - $29,998

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Good

7.7

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The new 2023 Elantra stands out with its high fuel economy, impressive technology and safety features, and roomy cabin. It's also comfortable and strong on value. Other than a lackluster base engine, there's not much to complain about. It's a great pick for a small sedan.

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Hyundai Elantra types

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Pros

Generous list of standard and optional features
Roomy cabin
High fuel economy, especially with the Elantra Hybrid

Cons

Tepid acceleration from the base four-cylinder engine
Abundance of hard interior plastic, particularly in the backseat area

What's new

Manual transmission now only available on Elantra N
SEL Premium package discontinued
Part of the seventh Elantra generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Written by automotive expert Nick Yekikian

2/6/2023

The Hyundai Elantra has been a staple in the South Korean automaker's lineup for more than three decades now. It's not always been a desirable pick over other small sedans such as the Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla, but the fight has never been closer than in 2023. The latest Elantra, which was redesigned just two years ago, offers an attainable starting price, lots of features for your money, and styling that sticks out from the doldrum of other compacts on the roads.

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2023 Hyundai Elantra
SEL Sedan
$15,995
great price
$1,853 below market
- 60,371 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 30 City / 40 Hwy MPG
- Ideal Hyundai (26 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Blind Spot Monitorin...
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Located in Frederick, MD
EPA 40 MPG Hwy/30 MPG City! Heated Seats, Navigation, Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Keeping Assist, Cross-Traffic Alert, Hands-Free Liftgate, Back-Up Camer...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
34 Combined MPG (30 City/40 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KMHLS4AG6PU476505
Stock: H5029267A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-04-2026
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2023 Hyundai Elantra
SEL Sedan
$18,000
great price
$2,003 below market
- 29,323 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 30 City / 40 Hwy MPG
- Preston Ford of Denton (90 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Blind Spot Monitorin...
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Located in Denton, MD
This 2023 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SEL, has a SILVER exterior and an interior color. 29,323 miles. Stock Number D0146. You can connect with us by calli...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
34 Combined MPG (30 City/40 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5NPLS4AGXPH107743
Stock: D0146
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-04-2026

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Hyundai also gives you a lot of choice within the 2023 Elantra lineup. Most Elantras come with a 147-horsepower engine, but there's also the turbocharged 201-hp Elantra N Line and then the top-performing Elantra N with its 276-hp mill. Or, if fuel economy and reduced fuel bills are what you're looking for, the Elantra Hybrid satisfies with up to EPA-estimated 54 mpg in combined driving.

Overall, we think the Elantra is a solid choice for anyone looking for a compact sedan in 2023. Learn more about its pros and cons by reading our test team's Expert Rating below.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Ryan ZumMallen

Good

7.7

out of 10

We drove the 2023 Hyundai Elantra on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7/10

How does the Elantra drive? The base 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is lacking when it comes to speed. At Edmunds' test track, our Elantra reached 60 mph in 9.4 seconds, which is slower than average compared to rivals. It's not terrible, but passing or getting up to highway speeds can be laborious.

What power it does have is sent through a continuously variable automatic transmission that Hyundai tunes for optimal fuel economy, so it too is not very impressive for spirited driving. But in typical situations, the transmission delivers a smooth experience, and there's only a little of the notorious droning noise that CVTs are known for.

Elsewhere, the Elantra is pretty middle-of-the-road. It handles corners decently well for a small sedan, behaving predictably, and it's not easily upset over bumps. But for a sporty drive, you'll want to get the N Line, which comes with a sport-tuned suspension.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the Elantra? The Elantra delivers a smooth ride. There's enough plushness to soak up bumps in the road well, but it also settles relatively quickly. The seats are also comfortable for the most part. The driver's seat bottom feels just a touch flat, and it might not provide enough support on road trips more than a few hours long. There isn't much in the way of side bolstering to keep you planted when cornering either.

The climate controls are easy to use, with big dials to work the available dual-zone climate control. The heated seats, when equipped, activate quickly. There is noticeable wind noise as you increase speed, but that is typical for the class, and passengers can more or less carry on conversations at normal volume.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The Elantra cabin is well-thought-out, with plenty of space and good outward visibility in the front row. We're also pleased to see the back seat gained 2 inches of legroom over the previous generation, allowing for quite generous accommodations for taller passengers. Their heads might still graze the ceiling, but the Elantra is among the most spacious in this class.

Our Elantra Limited test vehicle came with a power-adjustable driver's seat. It has a wide adjustment range, so it should suit short and tall drivers alike. The steering wheel also has an ample amount of adjustment, making it simple to find your ideal driving position.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The Elantra Limited's twin display screens, one for the gauges and one for the infotainment, are pleasing to use. The infotainment screen has easy-to-follow menus and quick and clear directions. The Elantra also scores extra points for including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, though they only come with the standard 8-inch infotainment screen. Confusingly, the larger 10.25-inch screen requires a cord to run either smartphone integration system.

Another bright spot is the Limited's improved voice activation system that responds accurately to web searches, addresses and even climate control commands. The available full suite of advanced driving aids is one of the best modern systems, with smooth adaptive cruise control and lane centering. We experienced no false warnings during our testing.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? Trunk space is slightly above average for the class, at 14.2 cubic feet, which is the same size as in the previous-generation Elantra. The rear seats fold flat with remote release latches in the trunk — some may find them more convenient than the releases on the seats themselves. Cupholders and storage cubbies for front passengers are nothing out of the ordinary. A wireless smartphone charging pad on the Limited trim is a nice touch.

In the back, there are two anchors on each rear outboard seat to fasten child safety seats into place. The anchors are easy to find between the cushions. The spacious back seat means you should be able to load rear-facing seats without having to scrunch into your driving position.

Fuel Economy

9.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? Depending on the model, the Elantra with the 2.0-liter engine gets an EPA-estimated 35-37 mpg in combined city/highway driving. Either way you're looking at excellent fuel economy. We easily verified the EPA's estimate and even exceeded it on our mixed-driving 115-mile test route, achieving an impressive 41.8 mpg.

Value

9/10

Is the Elantra a good value? Now you've entered the Elantra's sweet spot. It simply runs away from the competition with five years/60,000 miles of limited warranty coverage, 10 years/100,000 miles for the powertrain and free maintenance for three years/36,000 miles. We also find the pricing attractive, especially considering the long list of features that comes standard on every model. Our only complaints: the amount of hard plastic in the cabin and a back seat nearly barren of any design.

Wildcard

6.5/10

The Elantra has a wow factor with its effusive exterior styling, large bright screens and excellent voice controls. But it makes no claim to driving excitement and it's easy to see why. Hyundai made an excellent all-arounder, not a passion purchase. That's what the N Line version is for.

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2023 Hyundai Elantra trim level differences

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra is available in five main trim levels: SE, SEL, N Line, Limited and high-performance N. But there's also the Elantra Hybrid, which comes in Blue and Limited trims. Here's what you get on each: Compare the 2023 Hyundai Elantra trim levels in-depth.

Which Elantra trim does Edmunds recommend?

We think the SEL is the best pick for overall value. It's a solid step up from the standard SE trim and gives you the option to add some extra technology features if you so desire. The high fuel economy of the Elantra Blue hybrid makes it a compelling choice as well.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

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Reliability

The 2023 Hyundai Elantra has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 4 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #11 out of 46 among Compact Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4 out of 5 stars4/5Excellent

#11 out of 46 among Compact Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$363/yr

vs. $416/yr
for Average Compact Car

Frequency

1.07x/yr

vs. 1.01x/yr
for Average Compact Car

Severity

9.1%

vs. 10.4%
for Average Compact Car

Recalls

4 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 24V528000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 262-023G
Manufactured from:: 2021-09-15 to 2023-11-23
Number of vehicles affected:: 54647
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Veloster N, 2019-2023 Genesis G70, 2022-2023 Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Defect Consequence:: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will update engine control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 9, 2024. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 262 and 023G.

Recall Number:: 23V589000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 248
Number of vehicles affected:: 37997
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Elantra HEV vehicles. A software error in the motor control unit may cause unintended vehicle acceleration after the brake pedal is released.
Defect Consequence:: Unintended vehicle acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will update the motor control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 248.

Recall Number:: 23V526000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 246
Number of vehicles affected:: 52109
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
Defect Consequence:: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action:: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

Recall Number:: 22V632000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 234
Number of vehicles affected:: 247
Defect Description:: 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.
Defect Consequence:: A detached air bag cover emblem may strike a vehicle occupant, which can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: 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.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

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My 23 Elantra HEV Limited STILL a very good choice

Steve M, 02/27/2023

2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM)

5th Update: Have 40K on it in only 2 years. It has been flawless. Still looks great. Still getting low to mid 50s MPG. Heck, at sea level in the Florida Keys it got 65 MPG! 4th UPDATE: I now have 32K on it and it runs like new. Still getting 52MPG overall. Nothing wrong has happened. Still very happy with it. 3rd UPDATE: I have put 16,000 miles over the last year. It averages about … 48mpg in the winter and 52 in the summer. The car has had zero issues to date. Tires are wearing evenly and well. It is comfortable on 16hr drives to/from florida. It has decent power from a stop and passing...for a hybrid. My Hyundai dealership has been good too with the free oil changes and tire rotations. So, to sum up, still very happy with my purchase. I have only driven this car for about 350 miles, so this is my initial thoughts on this car. I will update this review and the miles/time increase. 1. Looks-This car is a bright red and looks sharp. The interior also looks pretty nice, but the hard plastics at the top of the doors is a head scratcher. Why put hard plastic at all? Now...keeping it looking new will be easy, and it obviously won't get tears or dents, like leather or softer materials. It just seems odd they made that choice. 2. Performance-The Elantra HEV hybrid power systems blend perfectly into the 6speed dual clutch transmission. The power shifting and blending between gas and electric motors is seemless/smooth. It has decent pickup for a hybrid, with my timed 0-60 time at about 8.5 sec. The ride is exceptionally smooth over rough Ohio roads filled w potholes/cracks. It even has enough power for towing 1100lb or less (although, I won't be towing anything). MPG of 49/50/52 is pretty dang good. At $3.00/gallon, it costs me $33 to fill up from completely empty with my 11 gal tank...and gives me over 570 miles range on the highway! When calculated, that comes to 6 cents per mile (rounded up). 3. Comfort-The leather seats are decent. I have owned many luxury cars with better leather seats, but these seem comfortable enough so far. The drivers cockpit has a decent amount of space for a compact car. I am able to get into a very comfortable driving position. My last car had 30 way adjustments. This feels like it will be adequate even with only 6 way adjustable drivers seat. The front seats are heated AND cooled. The rear seats have adequate leg and head space for even taller people. It also has a sunroof; dual side controls for heat/AC; Easy entry/exit of car, even for bigger people 4. Tech (Get ready...its a long list)-Smart key(keep keys in your pocket); Digital Key (Hyundai is the only car company that offers it at this price point. It means I can turn my Android phone into a key that will open/lock and drive the car if I lose/forget my smart key That is a handy thing to have if you lose your key or just want one less thing in your pocket/purse; Remote start from key or phone app (if you're in the center of a building, you can still start it); Adaptive cruise w Stop & Go; Collision and Pedestrian Detection/Avoidance; Cyclist turning detection/avoidance; Lane keeping Assist (that is really a semi-autonomous driving feature); Rear back up collision warning and braking; back up camera; battery reset from Hybrid battery (if your starting battery gets to weak from sitting or something else, you can use the hybrid battery to jumpstart the car by using a simple switch); Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake; Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning; Power drivers seat w 2 person memory settings; multi configurable dashboard and vehicle settings; Entertainment/radio with 8 speaker Bose speakers (sounds pretty good for a Hyundai); Apple Carplay and Android Auto; Wireless phone charger 5. Value-It comes with a 5 year/60k miles Bumper-Bumper Warranty. 2 years better that most other car companies; All the tech, performance, comfort and better warranty for the same price range or better than other compact cars, like Prius and hybrid Corolla/Insight; 3 years of scheduled maintenance FREE Things I didn't like/thought they could do better: 1. The seat handle on the L side of the passenger seat...WHY??? 2. No Homelink for garage door 3. While it has Apple and Android systems, they are not wireless. You need a phone cord. 4. The before mentioned plastic on the interior top of the doors. Overall, I am thrilled with this car so far with it's Performance, MPG, Amazing amount of Tech, Comfort and it's Warranty (I even upgraded to the transferable extended bumper to bumper for 10 years/150K miles). Outside of regular maintenance and normal wearable items(tires, brakes, etc), I won't have to pay for a repair for 10 years. UPDATE: Ok, at 700 miles and 1 month so far and everything is still accurate. It is getting right at 50mpg with mix of highway and city. Love the fact it cost $33 to go over 550 miles. So far, a great choice. 2nd UPDATE: At 4K miles now. Car is still flawless. No issues at all. As it's gotten warmer, the MPGs have gone up. Getting 56MPG in mixed driving at times, usually closer to 55. The semi-auto driving is nice to have and works pretty well...but don't trust it 100%. Not on ANY car. This hybrid has really good pick-up for such good MPG. As far as Tech...It really comes in handy to be able to drive the car with your cell phone as the key. I'm sticking with my initial impression and highly recommend you buy one if value, great MPGs, smooth ride, decent power, great tech, reliable, good looks and a comfortable car matter to you.

Very nice car loaded with features

Lighting Blue, 12/04/2022

2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM)

I got the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited hybrid. The interior is very spacious and upscale. It comes with leather heated and ventilated seats, moonroof and great safety features. I like the digital displays and ambient lighting. I am getting 52 mpg combined. The ride is smooth.

2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Blue!

Otto P Beagle, 01/16/2023

2023 Hyundai Elantra Blue 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM)

The Elantra Hybrid Blue is a great car at a great price as the MSRP was about the same as my 2010 Toyota Prius! In addition, the Elantra gets better MPG and is a quick, fun to drive sporty sedan with edgy styling, safety features and technology. Speed limit driving yields EPA numbers of 56 hwy and 53 city and winter MPG stays above 45 MPG due to bigger battery and EV mode. Smart mode …

Excellent drive and great mpg!

Hal, 09/18/2022

2023 Hyundai Elantra SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

Have had the car for just over a month now, with a little over 3,000 miles on her. It's supposed to get 30mpg city/40 mpg hwy. I've been constantly getting over 40mpg city/hwy combined, and if it's mostly hwy driving, mpg in the low 50's! It's got nice pickup as well, and is just a plain fun car to drive! Love the included warranties and maintenance specials, too!

2023 Elantra Features & Specs

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$20,950
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	37 MPG
Cost to Drive	$95/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Elantra models:

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist: Issues an alert if the vehicle is about to collide with another vehicle in the next lane and may apply brakes to avoid or reduce the impact.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist: Detects oncoming vehicles while you're reversing and issues an alert. Brakes automatically if appropriate.
Lane Following Assist: Makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover10.1%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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