The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Elantra · 2025
2025 Hyundai Elantra. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (AM-S6) | FWD | 49 / 52 / 50 | Regular | $1,250 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | FWD | 28 / 35 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S1) | FWD | 30 / 39 / 34 | Regular | $1,850 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 21 / 29 / 24 | Premium | $3,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S8) | FWD | 20 / 27 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Lane assist | 29% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 15% |
| Airbags | 9% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
26V254000 Apr 2026 Air Bags / Sensor / Side Impact
Defect. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
Risk. Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 299. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 22, 2026.
Manufacturer communications 28
Hyundai filed 28 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Vibration in the steering
- Vibration in the steering wheel when the cooling fan is operated
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard & Optional | Standard |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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