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Hyundai Elantra SE2016

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Where to Find Hyundai Elantra SE

Location data for all 2016 Hyundai Elantra trims combined

34States

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Hyundai Elantra Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2016 Hyundai Elantra trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 280 complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
280
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.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 280 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.

01Engine69
02Unknown Or Other33
03Air Bags17
04Power Train13
05Latches/locks/linkages10
280 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Hyundai Elantra Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 Hyundai Elantra trims

27–31mpg combined
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24-28city
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32-37hwy
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$1,400-$1,600/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~$1,400/yr8/10 Clean
Elantra - Manual 6-spd
30mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra Limited - Automatic (S6)
30mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city35 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra - Manual 6-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean
Elantra GT - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average
Elantra GT - Manual 6-spd
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average

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

SE Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2016 Hyundai Elantra SE

How does the SE compare to other Hyundai Elantra trims?

The SE occupies a distinct position in the Hyundai Elantra range. See how it stacks up on the 2016 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 Hyundai Elantra SE?

Maintenance costs for the SE align with the broader Hyundai Elantra ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2016 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2016 Hyundai Elantra page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Elantra SE?

For the SE, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Hyundai Elantra buyer's guide.

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