Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla
The Hyundai Elantra is more fuel-efficient at 36 MPG combined, against 34 MPG for the Toyota Corolla. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Hyundai Elantra | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 347 | 410 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 11 | 35 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 9,000 miles | 10,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 36 MPG | 34 MPG |
| City and highway | 33 and 41 | 31 and 40 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,850 | $1,950 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 347 complaints for the Hyundai Elantra and 410 for the Toyota Corolla. 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: 4 stars for the Hyundai Elantra, 5 stars for the Toyota Corolla.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Hyundai Elantra, 3 for the Toyota Corolla.