2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze and 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA.

When comparing the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze's and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze's and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze is a better car than the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA.

Pricing: A used 2019 Chevrolet Cruze ranges from $9,993 to $18,995 while a used 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $10,995 to $19,294.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze loses 40 percent of its value and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 33.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze’s base engine makes 153 horsepower, and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Cruze is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. This gives the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space. The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze and 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze, with an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.51 out of 5 Stars.