2016 Hyundai Elantra MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra.
EPA combined fuel economy
28–31MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
26
MPG
Highway
36
MPG
Engine
1.8–2L
Cylinders
4
Drive
FrontWD
Class
Midsize Cars
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$1,750
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
500 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 30 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2016 Hyundai Elantra
- How many MPG does a 2016 Hyundai Elantra get?
- The 2016 Hyundai Elantra gets 28–31 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 26 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (4 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2016 Hyundai Elantra?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 30 MPG combined, the 2016 Hyundai Elantra uses about 500 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $1,750 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra?
- The 2016 Hyundai Elantra returns 26 MPG city and 36 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 28–31 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 30 MPG good for a midsize cars?
- For a midsize cars, 30 MPG combined is very efficient. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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