Hyundai ELANTRA GT vs. Toyota Matrix
In comparing the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's and the Toyota Matrix's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA GT has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's and the Toyota Matrix's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA GT is a better car than the Toyota Matrix.
Hyundai ELANTRA GT vs. Toyota Matrix Pricing
A used 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA GT ranges from $6,327 to $14,994 while a used 2013 Toyota Matrix is priced between $6,647 to $18,130.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA GT’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the Toyota Matrix base engine makes 132 horsepower. The ELANTRA GT is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Matrix is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA GT the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Matrix. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA GT has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Toyota Matrix has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA GT has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6327 - 14994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.437213
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6647 - 18130
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.566667 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota Matrix Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
32 out of / 43Toyota Matrix Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Trim Levels
Base
Toyota Matrix Trim Levels
L, S
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:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
131 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
132 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
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):
26 / 37 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 518 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 / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
51 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
119.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
19.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
114.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2745 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
169.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2844 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
171.9 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16