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2020 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla

In comparing the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA's and the 2020 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA's and the 2020 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA is a better car than the 2020 Toyota Corolla.

2020 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Pricing

A used 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA ranges from $14,993 to $21,994 while a used 2020 Toyota Corolla is priced between $16,500 to $24,994.

2020 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value and the 2020 Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Toyota Corolla retains 8.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA.

2020 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Corolla's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17 and the Toyota Corolla is ranked 6.

2020 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Corolla the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Corolla a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2020 Toyota Corolla base engine makes 139 horsepower. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Toyota Corolla. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2020 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Toyota Corolla has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$14,993 - $21,994

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$16,500 - $24,994

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

32.8%

Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.6 / 10

Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings

Best Korean Small Cars

1 / 8

Best Korean Compact Cars

1 / 5

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

2 / 43

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

2 / 26

Best Small Cars for Tall People

3 / 43

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

3 / 26

Most Comfortable Small Cars

4 / 43

Most Affordable Compact Cars

6 / 18

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

10 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

11 / 43

Best Compact Cars

12 / 26

Most Affordable Small Cars

12 / 26

Best Small Cars for the Money

12 / 13

Most Reliable Small Cars

14 / 43

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 26

Best Small Cars

17 / 43

Safest Small Cars

24 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

26 / 43

Toyota Corolla Rankings

Best Small Cars for the Money

3 / 13

Best Compact Cars

4 / 26

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 26

Best Japanese Compact Cars

4 / 12

Best Small Cars

6 / 43

Most Reliable Small Cars

6 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 43

Best Japanese Small Cars

6 / 18

Most Affordable Compact Cars

7 / 18

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

8 / 43

Most Affordable Small Cars

13 / 26

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

17 / 26

Safest Small Cars

18 / 43

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

19 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

20 / 43

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

21 / 26

Most Comfortable Small Cars

33 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

36 / 43

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2020 Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels

Eco, Limited, SE, SEL, Sport, Value Edition

2020 Toyota Corolla Trim Levels

L, LE, SE, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, XSE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.64 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque:

132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.052 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

139 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

126 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.048 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


31 / 41 / 35

Range (city/hwy):

434 / 574 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


30 / 38 / 33

Range (city/hwy):

396 / 502 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple Car Play:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.3 inches

Cargo Space:

14.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

95.8 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54.8 inches

Cargo Space:

13.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

88.6 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2844 lbs

Width:

70.9 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

181.9 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2910 lbs

Width:

70.1 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

182.3 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

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