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Hyundai ELANTRA

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  • 4dr Sdn Auto SE (Alabama Plant)
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    28 City / 38 Hwy
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto SE (Ulsan Plant)
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    5
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  • 4dr Sdn Man Sport (Ulsan Plant)
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    24 City / 34 Hwy
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Limited (Alabama Plant)
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    27 City / 37 Hwy
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    5
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Limited (Ulsan Plant)
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    $21,700
    27 City / 37 Hwy
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    5
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Limited PZEV (Alabama Plant)
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Sport (Ulsan Plant)
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    24 City / 35 Hwy
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Notable features

Sedan or hatchback body styles
Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
Heated rear seats available

The good & the bad

The good

Ride and handling poise
Gas mileage doesn't come at the expense of drivability
Roomy cabin
Stylish design

The bad

Telescoping wheel doesn't extend far enough for tall drivers
Driver-side A-pillar, rearview mirror limit visibility
Unconvincing faux-metal interior trim

Expert 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Cars.com editors
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Elantra compact car is offered in sedan and GT hatchback body styles. It seats up to five people and primary competitors include the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Chevrolet Cruze.

New for 2015
Hyundai has revised the Elantra’s option packages but there are no other significant changes.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • 15-, 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Available power moonroof
  • Available fog lights
  • Available projector-beam headlights with LED accents

Interior Highlights

  • Available leather upholstery
  • Front bucket seats
  • Split-folding backseat
  • Air conditioning
  • Available heated front and rear seats
  • Available navigation system with 7-inch touch-screen and Pandora internet radio

Under the Hood

  • 145-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Available 173-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder
  • Six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission
  • Electrically adjustable steering effort

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Available backup camera

 

2015 Hyundai ELANTRA review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Elantra compact car is offered in sedan and GT hatchback body styles. It seats up to five people and primary competitors include the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Chevrolet Cruze.

New for 2015
Hyundai has revised the Elantra’s option packages but there are no other significant changes.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • 15-, 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Available power moonroof
  • Available fog lights
  • Available projector-beam headlights with LED accents

Interior Highlights

  • Available leather upholstery
  • Front bucket seats
  • Split-folding backseat
  • Air conditioning
  • Available heated front and rear seats
  • Available navigation system with 7-inch touch-screen and Pandora internet radio

Under the Hood

  • 145-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Available 173-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder
  • Six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission
  • Electrically adjustable steering effort

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Available backup camera

 

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Safety review

Based on the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 80,000 miles; less than 7 years old (currently MY18- MY24)
Basic
Remainder of the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. From original in-service date and zero (0) miles.
Dealer certification
173-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.5 / 5
Based on 123 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.3
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • Terrible, unreliable.

    This was my first used car I’ve purchased at a dealership. After looking up reviews for it, it sounded like a good reliable car, well I was wrong. Two weeks after buying it it started to stall with an oil light flickering, dealership said “get an oil change” even though they said they did one already. I’m 40 percent blaming the dealership for selling me a crappy car. A month after buying it it starts to tick, I was told “it needs a new engine” so basically a month after buying it the whole car is screwed. I’ve never replaced the engine and I’ve owned it for a few years now, I don’t have $6k when I’m paying $700 a month for the car and insurance. I’ve heard many different things what could be the problem . The dealership tried to blame me, when it needed a new engine after only a month. I’ve consistently gotten oil changes done, the thing is with this is that whenever it’s time for an oil change the car starts to stall and light flickers, even if the oil level is fine. So that sucks. Engine STILL constantly ticks, I’ve had so many issues with it. I’ve put so much into fixing all these issues and it’s never enough. The car always has something to throw at me. I don’t trust this car AT ALL, to get my to point A or B anymore. All I wanted was a reliable car, I’m low income and I’m a caretaker for my disabled mom. I needed a car that wouldn’t have so many expensive issues, I understand maintenance and things break but my god, this car is something else.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • I love this car!

    I purchased my 2015 Hyundai Elantra Limited without really even knowing all the extras it has. I'm learning new things about it all the time. I've never had a car so fancy! Hey, after 12 years with a Kia Spectra, this car is FANCY! I've never had leather seats, let alone heated leather seats! I've never been able to make a phone call by telling the car to call someone! I cant really think of anything about this vehicle that disappoints me at all. I'm just grateful to Gustman Honda in Appleton and my salesman Jon Devet for being so great and helping me keep to my budget while still getting SO much car! I know she's 6yrs old but shes like new to me, and I love her. Great car!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Most unreliable car that I have ever bought!!!!!!!

    The engine has problems with piston slapping and under sized oil pump, which made a noise drive and wondering when the engine would break. Had the oil pan seal gasket redone 5 times and the crankcase seal 3. Had enough and decided to trade it in Then when to purchase a new vehicle from a different manufacture, they called the Hyundai dealership for vehicle record and they responded by saying that my vehicle had a defective engine. This is ironic because it was the first time Hyundai was honest but it cost me $1000 on the trade in. Hyundai dealership could not say to my face that had a defective engine it ,or when the vehicle when under warranty.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Great acceleration

    I enjoy the power, the acceleration, of this small sedan. The small profile of this auto helps it, I believe, get the fantastic mileage that it gets. I also enjoy the comfortable seats.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • So far so good.

    This car met all of my needs. It was affordable. The right size. Economical. Fully Loaded. Sleek design. I am fully satisfied with my purchase.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best car ever

    We love it everything we wanted handles very nice and is extremely well condition will definitely be back for another in six months see ya then
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Very exciting

    The car runs extremely smooth and nice, backup camera is a little blurry but I can still see. I absolutely love it and can’t wait for my future with it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Not the best, not the worst

    If you are looking for a car with a nice design this is a “good looking “car. It’s not the most reliable, you are not getting the best deal on the market if you buy this car. Expect to lose a lot of money in reparations, but look at the good part you are paying a decent amount of money for a car that it looks good, with generous features.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • Most comfortable car I've drove

    This car met all my needs. Is spacious, comfortable, very soft and smooth to drive. It is a great value for the money! I'm very happy having a Elantra.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Surprised by a good value!

    The Limited has surprising features for a value-priced car. Heated leather seats in the front and back! The rear view camera/navigation is a nice touch. The dash/console is nicely organized without complications. The power seats were a good addition for me since I am short and need quicker adjustments for the sun glaring mostly. The downfall is more road noise than I am used to. I hope that newer tires will be better.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Best car I have had yet

    My car is super reliable. I have no had any major issues with my car as I have had in the past with other cars
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Quite reliable, roomy, comfortable, nice to drive.

    I enjoyed my Elantra Limited which had many nice features and was roomy for a compact vehicle. I had no problems with it. The trunk fit everything we needed and gas mileage was around 30 mpg. I especially liked the black leather seats and interior. I highly recommend err nd the car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA?

The 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Limited (4 styles)
  • SE (4 styles)
  • Sport (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA?

The 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 37 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA?

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Is the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA reliable?

The 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA owners.

Is the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2015 Hyundai ELANTRA. 89.4% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 123 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.6

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