2026 Hyundai Elantra Limited HEV
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- Photo: 2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited in Quartz White, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2024 Hyundai Elantra Luxury in Atlas White, front left, 2024-08-11 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Hyundai Elantra (CN7) IMG 5356 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited in Quartz White, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 Hyundai Elantra Interior by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra Limited HEV is a 139-hp electric with a 6-speed ecoshift dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $29,800 MSRP and is rated at 31 mpg combined.
It makes 139 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (31 mpg combined).
The Elantra measures 185.4 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $29,800 |
| MSRP with Destination | $31,045 |
| Destination Charge | $1,245 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L GDI Atkinson Cycle DOHC 16-Valve Inline 4-Cylinder + 32kW Electric Motor |
| Horsepower | 139 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-Valve, D-CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 72.0 x 97.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed EcoShift Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 35 MPG |
| Combined | 31 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Independent |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 23 mm (hollow) |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 18 mm x 3.0t (hollow) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated Disc, 11.0 in. |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid Disc, 10.3 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0J Alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0J Alloy |
| Tires Front | 225/45R17 |
| Tires Rear | 225/45R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 185.4 in |
| Width | 71.9 in |
| Height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Front Track | 62.2 in |
| Rear Track | 62.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Hyundai ELANTRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 21, 2026 · WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Venue, Elantra N, Elantra Hybrid, and Elantra vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Consequence: Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the wheel assembly lug nuts, and replace the hub bearing assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V693000
Oct 20, 2026 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The front strut assembly fasteners may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
Consequence: A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 309. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V692000
Apr 21, 2026 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact sensors may have been misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the impact sensor(s), as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 299. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 22, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V254000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2026 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.