2016 Hyundai Elantra

$1,200
from
215
listings
$1K–$25K
price range
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Low$1,200
High$24,995
From$1,200
Avg Mileage103,605 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 215 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2016 Hyundai Elantra Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,200
$1K–$25K
215 listings103,605 avg miles
Blue
From$4,995
122 listings|$5K–$31K
ECO
From$8,292
5 listings|$8K–$14K
GLS
From$850
373 listings|$850–$14K
GT
From$650
266 listings|$650–$25K
GT N Line
From$9,450
25 listings|$9K–$20K
GT Sport
From$9,950
7 listings|$10K–$19K
Limited
From$950
4,474 listings|$950–$36K
N Line
From$12,450
579 listings|$12K–$32K
SE
From$900
5,448 listings|$900–$58K
SEL
From$1,995
4,114 listings|$2K–$35K
SEL Sport
From$19,490
3,795 listings|$19K–$35K
SEL Sport Premium
From$20,580
2,254 listings|$21K–$30K
Sport
From$1,100
5,828 listings|$1K–$30K
Value Edition
From$3,200
360 listings|$3K–$20K

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Hyundai Elantra Safety & Reliability

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 286 complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

2
Recalls
286
Complaints
22
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
24V1460002024-23-02
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

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26V3070002026-15-05
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Elantra and 2016 Elantra GT vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.

An air bag inflator that ruptures may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 286 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine71
02Unknown Or Other35
03Air Bags17
04Power Train13
05Latches/locks/linkages10
286 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Elantra Fuel Economy

27–31mpg combined
·
24-28city
·
32-37hwy
·
$2,200-$2,500/yr

The 2016 Hyundai Elantra delivers 27 to 31 MPG combined across 7 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Elantra - Automatic (S6)
31mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city37 hwy~$2,200/yr8/10 Clean
Elantra - Manual 6-spd
30mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$2,250/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra Limited - Automatic (S6)
30mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$2,250/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city35 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra - Manual 6-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra GT - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average
Elantra GT - Manual 6-spd
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2016 Hyundai Elantra

34States

Texas has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 34 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

2016 Hyundai Elantra Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2016 Hyundai Elantra a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?

You'll get between 27 and 31 MPG combined from the 2016 Hyundai Elantra, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?

ENGINE problems top the list with 286 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2016 compare to other Hyundai Elantra years?

The 2016 sits at a specific point in the Hyundai Elantra lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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