Toyota Matrix vs. Hyundai ELANTRA
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Matrix and Hyundai ELANTRA 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 Matrix and the Hyundai ELANTRA.
When we compare the Toyota Matrix's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Matrix has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Matrix's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2009 Toyota Matrix ranges from $4,234 to $10,998 while a used 2009 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $2,995 to $8,652.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Matrix’s base engine makes 132 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Matrix is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles.This gives the Toyota Matrix the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Hyundai ELANTRA the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Matrix has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room. The Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
16190
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
17800
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7475
Price Range:
4234 - 10998
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
47
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
145867
# Good or Great Deals:
18
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5832
Price Range:
2995 - 8652
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
39
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
125002
# Good or Great Deals:
17
Toyota Matrix Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Matrix
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ELANTRA
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.9115936103185933
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.7049237214112396
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Toyota Matrix Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Matrix Trim Levels
Base, S, XRS
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
GLS, SE, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
132 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4600 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:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
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
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
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
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
61.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
133.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
24.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
125.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2865 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
171.9 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2937 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
59.8 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Blue
Blue Streak Metallic / Nautical Blue Metallic
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Orange
Sundance Metallic
Red
Radiant Red
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl
Blue
Vivid Blue
Gray
Carbon Gray
Orange
Not available
Red
Chilipepper Red
Silver
Quicksilver
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Ash / Dark Charcoal
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
