Trim Report

Hyundai Elantra SEL2016

Includes:ELANTR|SEL
$2,200
Starting From
4,325
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4,325 active dealer listings as of

Min $2,200
Max $34,995
From $2,200
Fresh

SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,600
$2K–$25K
264 listings104,735 avg miles
Blue
From$4,200
180 listings|$4K–$31K
ECO
From$6,999
8 listings|$7K–$16K
GT
From$1,600
310 listings|$2K–$25K
GT N Line
From$9,450
13 listings|$9K–$21K
GT Sport
From$9,950
8 listings|$10K–$18K
Limited
From$500
4,204 listings|$500–$34K
N Line
From$13,980
666 listings|$14K–$33K
SE
From$1,300
5,497 listings|$1K–$30K
SEL
From$2,200
4,325 listings|$2K–$35K
SEL Sport
From$20,605
1,117 listings|$21K–$28K
SEL Sport Premium
From$19,995
3,489 listings|$20K–$30K
Sport
From$4,955
11,956 listings|$5K–$129K
Value Edition
From$1,350
355 listings|$1K–$20K
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2016 Hyundai Elantra SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Hyundai Elantra SEL

Location data for all 2016 Hyundai Elantra trims combined

34States

Texas has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 34 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

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)

Is the SEL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2016 Hyundai Elantra SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Hyundai Elantra trims?

Every Hyundai Elantra trim targets a different buyer. The 2016 model page compares all available trims side by side.

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

Maintenance costs for the SEL 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 SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Hyundai Elantra SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Hyundai Elantra overview compares all years side by side.

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