Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Hyundai VELOSTER

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA and Hyundai VELOSTER 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 and the Hyundai VELOSTER.

When comparing the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Hyundai VELOSTER's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. The Hyundai VELOSTER has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Hyundai ELANTRA and Hyundai VELOSTER have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Hyundai VELOSTER's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: A used 2021 Hyundai ELANTRA ranges from $15,400 to $22,665 while a used 2021 Hyundai VELOSTER is priced between $16,648 to $24,965.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA loses 33.4 percent of its value and the Hyundai VELOSTER loses 28.1 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai VELOSTER retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.3 out of 10 while the Hyundai VELOSTER's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 21 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Hyundai VELOSTER being ranked 9 out of 43.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Hyundai VELOSTER the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai VELOSTER.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Hyundai ELANTRA and the Hyundai VELOSTER makes 147 horsepower. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. The VELOSTER is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai VELOSTER. Both models use regular unleaded.

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

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