Hyundai ELANTRA Limited vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited and Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited 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 Hyundai ELANTRA Limited and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited.
When we compare the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited is a better car than the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited.
Pricing: A used 2025 Hyundai ELANTRA Limited ranges from $21,191 to $28,405 while a used 2025 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited is priced between $31,990 to $39,512. For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited's price is between $26,096 and $29,105, with the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited priced between $36,637 and $39,990.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited loses 40.6 percent of its value and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited loses 48.7 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited retains 8.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.2 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 5 out of 31 Best Small Cars and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid being ranked 4 out of 5 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.5 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited base engine makes 192 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai ELANTRA Limited, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear leg room. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ELANTRA Limited, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.81 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
26096 - 29105
Starting MSRP:
26675
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
28470
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
21590 - 47100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
36637 - 39990
Starting MSRP:
37700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
31202
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
28700 - 33655
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
24757
Price Range:
21191 - 28405
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
30314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
22070 - 52316
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
35986
Price Range:
31990 - 39512
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
33230
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
32420 - 34281
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
11039
Depreciation %:
0.41384261
Resale Value $:
15636
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)
0.3979908
Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)
0.31796157 - 0.42854561
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
0.4101461
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
0.4101461 - 0.4101461
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ELANTRA Limited
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
12.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
8.8 - 16.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.09
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Limited
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
12.2
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
8.8 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.037
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.4832701543182303
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.8 - 28.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2012616258098308
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.2 - 6.6
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
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3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
21 out of / 31Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 22Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
11 out of / 22Ranking
11 out of / 22Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
17 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 22Ranking
19 out of / 22Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Other Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
N Line, SE, SEL Convenience, SEL Sport
Other Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
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):
4.81 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
44 / 51 / 47
Range (city/hwy):
581 / 673 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
N/A
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:
Standard
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:
113.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
