2025 Hyundai Elantra Report
Known issues, recalls, running costs, and what to check before you buy.
Overall Score
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Elantra achieves an excellent 31 mpg combined, keeping fuel costs down.
- Driver assistance systems, particularly lane departure warnings, are the most frequent complaint area.
- A single engine stall incident with a crash impact is a significant concern for this model year.
- NHTSA awarded the Elantra a 5-star overall safety rating, indicating strong crash protection.
2025 Hyundai Elantra
Critical Failure Risk
Complaints indicate issues with the lane departure warning system, including false alerts or the system not functioning as expected. This can be related to sensor calibration or software glitches.
Early detection can help you avoid a $500-$2,500 repair.
Safety & Bulletins
Owner Complaints
Performance & Efficiency
Reliability
Practicality
Who This Car Is For
Best for
Commuters seeking fuel efficiency and modern safety features.
+2 more buyer-fit notes in the full report
Avoid if
Drivers who demand absolute mechanical perfection and minimal electronic interference.
+2 more buyer-fit warnings in the full report
2025 Hyundai Elantra Reliability Analysis
Explore comprehensive reliability data including official safety recalls, consumer complaints, and common mechanical failures for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra.
Vehicle Specs
- Fuel Type
- Regular
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S7)
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Body Style
- Sedan
- EPA Combined MPG
- 31
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Most Common Issues
1. LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Most reportedUsage: 3 reports
2. LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Usage: 1 reports
First Service Interval
- Oil Change (5W-30 Synthetic) (Parts: 5W-30 Synthetic Oil, Oil Filter) - Tire Rotation - Inspect Brake System - Inspect Wiper Blades
Est. shop cost: $80 - $150
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra reliable?
The CarFocal Reliability Score for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra is 8.8/10. Reliability score is 8.8/10. NHTSA recalls: 0. Owner complaints: 12.
How practical is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra for daily use?
Practicality score is 5.0/10. EPA combined economy is 31 MPG.
What is the overall score for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
The CarFocal Overall Score for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra is 8.1/10. Overall score is 8.1/10 (Strong). Confidence 85%. Maintenance 8.2/10. Practicality 5.0/10.
What does it cost to own and maintain a 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on Carfocal's data, First listed service: - Oil Change (5W-30 Synthetic) (Parts: 5W-30 Synthetic Oil, Oil Filter) - Tire Rotation - Inspect Brake System - Inspect Wiper Blades at 7,500 miles. Estimated first-year maintenance: $300 - $500. Repair prediction highlight: Lane Departure System (typical at 25,000 miles, estimated cost Min: $150 • Max: $500).
What engine is in the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
Engine specs list 4 • 1.6.
What transmission does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra use?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra, transmission is Automatic (AM-S7). The paired drivetrain is Front-Wheel Drive.
What is the combined EPA MPG for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
EPA combined estimate is 31 MPG.
What kind of powertrain does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra use?
Powertrain classification is Hybrid (HEV).
What driver assistance and safety features are available on the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
17 standard driver assistance features. Key features include Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control.
What body style is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra, body style is sedan.
What drivetrain does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra use?
According to CarFocal's specs for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra, drivetrain is Front-Wheel Drive. Transmission is Automatic (AM-S7).
What are the NHTSA safety ratings for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA ratings: Overall 5/5 • Frontal 4/5 • Side 5/5 • Rollover 5/5.
What are the most common lane departure: warning problems on the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
Top complaint category: lane departure: warning (3 reports, 25% of complaints).
Should buyers consider alternatives to the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
Alternatives listed in this guide: 2025 Honda Civic and 2025 Toyota Corolla.