Hyundai ELANTRA Limited vs. SE
When we compare the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited's and the Hyundai ELANTRA SE's specifications and ratings, The Hyundai ELANTRA SE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Hyundai ELANTRA Limited and Hyundai ELANTRA SE have the same interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited's and the Hyundai ELANTRA SE's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA SE is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited.
Hyundai ELANTRA Pricing
A used 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA Limited ranges from $24,499 to $28,998 while a used 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA SE is priced between $20,034 to $24,999. For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited's price is between $27,019 and $28,879, with the Hyundai ELANTRA SE priced between $21,671 and $23,072.
Hyundai ELANTRA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited and the Hyundai ELANTRA SE both lose 41.1 percent of their value.
Hyundai ELANTRA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10. Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 12 out of 26 Best Compact Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17 and the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked com.omnisee.entity.bestcars.BestCarsQualityRanking@6660b596 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Hyundai ELANTRA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited and the Hyundai ELANTRA SE makes 147 horsepower. The Limited is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The SE is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA SE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings
The Hyundai ELANTRA has an average safety rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. The Hyundai ELANTRA has a Top Safety Pick award from the IIHS.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$27,019 - $28,879
Used Asking Price:
$24,499 - $28,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$21,671 - $23,072
Used Asking Price:
$20,034 - $24,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
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26 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
N Line, SE, SEL
Other Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SEL
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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):
30 / 40 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
33 / 42 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
409 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15