Ford Fusion vs Hyundai Elantra
The Hyundai Elantra is more fuel-efficient at 35 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Fusion | Hyundai Elantra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,404 | 1,082 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 55 and 10 | 58 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 41,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 35 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 34 | 32 and 40 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $1,900 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,404 complaints for the Ford Fusion and 1,082 for the Hyundai Elantra. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Ford Fusion, 4 stars for the Hyundai Elantra.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Ford Fusion, 4 for the Hyundai Elantra.