Dodge Dart vs. Hyundai ELANTRA
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Dart and 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 Dodge Dart and the Hyundai ELANTRA.
When we compare the Dodge Dart's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Dart has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Dart's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Dart is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Pricing: A used 2016 Dodge Dart ranges from $5,993 to $14,957 while a used 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $6,900 to $15,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Dart’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 145 horsepower. The Dart is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 511 miles. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 474 miles.This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Dart the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Dart has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Hyundai ELANTRA has an average safety rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
$19,416
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
$15,990 - $35,650
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
$19,416
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
$15,990 - $35,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,035
Price Range:
$5,993 - $14,957
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
$13,577
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
$10,035 - $24,151
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
153
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
104,613
# Good or Great Deals:
55
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,075
Price Range:
$6,900 - $15,993
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
$13,577
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
$10,035 - $24,151
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
404
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
94,358
# Good or Great Deals:
170
Dodge Dart Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Dart
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
2.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
1 - 6.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ELANTRA
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
2.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
1 - 6.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
6.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.6 - 9.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.6 - 9.8
Dodge Dart Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Dart Trim Levels
Aero, GT, GT Sport, GT Sport Blacktop, Limited, SE, SXT, SXT Sport, SXT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport Rallye, Turbo
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, SE, Sport, Value Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
130 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 511 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
346 / 474 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3122 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2773 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clear Coat
Blue
Laser Blue Pearl Coat
Red
TorRed Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Gold
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Phantom Black
Blue
Lakeside Blue
Red
Venetian Red
Silver
Symphony Silver
White
Quartz White Pearl
Gold
Desert Bronze
Gray
Shale Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
