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2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited

The 2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited is a 148-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with an automatic 6-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,195 MSRP and is rated at 32 mpg combined.

It makes 148 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 131 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 38 mpg highway (32 mpg combined).

The Elantra measures 178.3 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,701 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$20,195 ($29,184 *)
MSRP with Destination$20,945 ($30,267 *)
Destination Charge$750
Engine
Engine Type1.8L Nu DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, D-CVVT
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower148 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque131 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Redline6,800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve, Dual-CVVT, roller swing arm, HLA
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection (MPFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
TransmissionAutomatic 6-speed
Fuel Economy
City28 MPG
Highway38 MPG
Combined32 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity12.8 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs, gas shocks
Rear SuspensionCoupled torsion beam, monotube shocks
Front Stabilizer Bar23.0 mm
Turning Diameter34.8 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc4-wheel disc
Rear Brake Disc4-wheel disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17-in. aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear17-in. aluminum alloy
Tires FrontP215/45R17
Tires RearP215/45R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length178.3 in
Width69.9 in
Height56.5 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Front Track61.1 in
Rear Track61.6 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft³
Curb Weight2,701 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40 in
Headroom Rear37.1 in
Legroom Front43.6 in
Legroom Rear33.1 in
Shoulder Room Front55.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear54.8 in
Hip Room Front53.5 in
Hip Room Rear52.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD).

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 22, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.

NHTSA campaign 23V651000

Jul 2, 2020 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.

Consequence: An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.

NHTSA campaign 20V393000

Dec 23, 2015 · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.

Consequence: If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137.

NHTSA campaign 15V871000

Oct 7, 2015 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Elantra vehicles manufactured November 12, 2010, to March 31, 2011, and Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to February 28, 2010, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Road salt may corrode the front coil springs, possibly resulting in the coil springs fracturing.

Consequence: If a front coil spring fractures, it may contact the tire, possibly puncturing it, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front coil springs, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed on November 17, 2015. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 133. Note: Vehicles that were previously registered in salt belt states but are currently registered elsewhere are eligible to be inspected and repaired.

NHTSA campaign 15V629000

Apr 1, 2013 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.

Consequence: If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.

NHTSA campaign 13V115000

461 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA

Owner Complaints

461 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA (21 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine96
Air Bags81
Steering78
Suspension67
Electrical System52
Service Brakes48
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 28, 2026 · Steering
“The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. While the contact's wife was reversing at 2 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle and the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended…”
Aug 5, 2026 · Steering
“My steering wheel began to make clanking sound and lost the tension that allows for smooth turning of the wheel for both left and right. I looked it up and have found that this is a known issue that…”
Feb 10, 2026 · Engine
“I have a Piston/Engine Defect according to the mechanic at the car shop. Any time any acceleration is applied you can hear the knocking. I believe it should be covered through the class action alleged…”
Jan 13, 2026 · Service Brakes
“The brake lines in our 2011 Hyundai Elantra have rusted out and no longer hold brake fluid, which means the car is not safe to drive. Luckily we were able to get the car to our sidewalk and park it…”
Jan 12, 2026 · Air Bags Crash
“Vehicle: 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring Date of Crash: [XXX] Location of Crash: Duluth, MN Description of Incident: I was driving my 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring straight through an intersection when…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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