The Hyundai Elantra Review 2026 starts with a straightforward question: which compact sedan actually delivers the most for your money? Few in the class come as close to answering that question as the Elantra. Starting at $22,125 for the base SE and topping out at $29,400 for the turbocharged N Line, it covers a wide range of buyer needs, from thrifty daily commuters to drivers who want genuine sport character. A new SEL Sport Premium trim joins the lineup for 2026, filling a meaningful gap between the value-oriented SEL Sport and the feature-loaded Limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Under the hood, the Elantra lineup spans three engine families. The base SE, SEL Sport, SEL Sport Premium, and Limited trims all use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making 147 horsepower paired with a continuously variable transmission. The N Line steps up with a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 201 horsepower through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. Buyers who put fuel economy above all else can also choose the separately sold Elantra Hybrid, which returns up to 54 mpg combined in its Blue configuration. This review covers the standard gasoline Elantra lineup across all five trims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Few compact sedans back their value with the kind of warranty Hyundai provides. The Elantra carries a five-year, 60,000-mile basic warranty and a ten-year, 100,000-mile powertrain guarantee, terms that stand as the strongest in the class. Pair that with Hyundai SmartSense safety technology standard on every trim, a sharp angular exterior design, and a cabin that punches above its price point, and the Elantra remains one of the most compelling reasons to consider a compact sedan in 2026.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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