Honda Accord vs Hyundai Elantra
The Hyundai Elantra is more fuel-efficient at 36 MPG combined, against 33 MPG for the Honda Accord. At EPA assumptions that is about $200 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord | Hyundai Elantra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 583 | 347 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 28 and 2 | 33 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 14,000 miles | 9,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 33 MPG | 36 MPG |
| City and highway | 30 and 38 | 33 and 41 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,050 | $1,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 583 complaints for the Honda Accord and 347 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 Honda Accord, 4 stars for the Hyundai Elantra.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Honda Accord, 3 for the Hyundai Elantra.