Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid 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 Toyota Corolla Hybrid and the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid.
When we compare the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's and the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid 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 resale value. The Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's and the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid ranges from $24,466 to $30,506 while a used 2024 Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid is priced between $24,694 to $31,436. For a new model, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's price is between $24,683 and $30,262, with the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid priced between $27,200 and $31,619.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid loses 33.2 percent of its value and the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid loses 38.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla Hybrid retains 5.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid base engine makes 139 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid compact cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid 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: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and the Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$24,683 - $30,262
Starting MSRP:
$23,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$25,900
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$23,500 - $27,950
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$27,200 - $31,619
Starting MSRP:
$26,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$25,900
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$23,500 - $27,950
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$27,111
Price Range:
$24,466 - $30,506
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$30,862
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$27,111 - $36,636
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,166
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1,710
# Good or Great Deals:
40
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$28,838
Price Range:
$24,694 - $31,436
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$30,862
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$27,111 - $36,636
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,506
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
331
# Good or Great Deals:
1
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$8,016
Depreciation %:
34.1%
Resale Value $:
$15,484
Residual Value %:
65.9%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
31.6%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
31.6% - 39.9%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$10,468
Depreciation %:
39.9%
Resale Value $:
$15,782
Residual Value %:
60.1%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
31.6%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
31.6% - 39.9%
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.3 - 4.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.3 - 4.8
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 25Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, Nightshade, SE, XLE
Hyundai ELANTRA Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
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:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
51 / 58 / 54
Range (city/hwy):
561 / 638 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 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:
2850 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2965 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blueprint
Gray
Celestite / Underground
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Ice Cap / Wind Chill Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Abyss Black Pearl
Blue
Intense Blue Pearl
Gray
Amazon Gray Pearl / Ecotronic Gray Pearl / Fluid Metal Metallic
Red
Ultimate Red Pearl
Silver
Not available
White
Serenity White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Medium Gray
