Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Toyota Yaris
When we compare the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Toyota Yaris's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Toyota Yaris's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Yaris is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Toyota Yaris Pricing
A used 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA ranges from $14,968 to $21,989 while a used 2020 Toyota Yaris is priced between $13,593 to $21,016.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Toyota Yaris Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value and the Toyota Yaris loses 33.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Yaris retains 7.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Toyota Yaris Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Yaris' quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 17 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Toyota Yaris being ranked 1 out of 43.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Toyota Yaris Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Yaris the reliability rating is 9.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Yaris an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Toyota Yaris base engine makes 106 horsepower. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The Yaris is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Yaris. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Yaris 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.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14968 - 21989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13593 - 21016
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.334883
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Toyota Yaris Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.307462 / 10
Reliability:
9.122388 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Toyota Yaris Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 17Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Ranking
39 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Eco, Limited, SE, SEL, Sport, Value Edition
Toyota Yaris Trim Levels
L, LE, XLE
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:
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 39 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 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:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 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:
2385 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
171.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 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 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15