2016
Hyundai ELANTRA

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$21,250
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn Man SE (Alabama Plant)
    Starts at
    $17,250
    27 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Man SE (Ulsan Plant)
    Starts at
    $17,250
    27 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto SE (Ulsan Plant)
    Starts at
    $18,250
    28 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto SE (Alabama Plant)
    Starts at
    $18,250
    28 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Value Edition (Alabama Plant)
    Starts at
    $19,700
    28 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Value Edition (Ulsan Plant)
    Starts at
    $19,700
    28 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Man Sport (Ulsan Plant)
    Starts at
    $20,250
    24 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Sport (Ulsan Plant)
    Starts at
    $21,250
    24 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Limited (Alabama Plant)
    Starts at
    $21,700
    28 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Auto Limited (Ulsan Plant)
    Starts at
    $21,700
    28 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Sedan or hatchback body styles
Choice of four-cylinder engines
Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
Ventilated front and heated rear seats available

The good & the bad

The good

Ride and handling poise
Gas mileage doesn't come at the expense of drivability
Roomy cabin
Stylish design

The bad

Telescoping wheel doesn't extend far enough for tall drivers
Driver-side A-pillar, rearview mirror blocks views
Unconvincing faux-metal interior trim
Steering feel
Overly sensitive gas pedal
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 80,000 miles; less than 7 years old (currently MY18- MY24)
Basic
Remainder of the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. From original in-service date and zero (0) miles.
Dealer certification
173-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 163 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.4
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.5

Most recent

By Paula G from Paris, IL
Owns this car
November 3, 2023

Satisfied Elantra SE owner

I love my elantra. I haven't hardly had any problems with it at all. However I also experienced the paint chipping on my white hyundai. I was also told that it was a rock. Now reading others comments about their paint shipping I question it. I paid out of pocket because it wasn't worth going through insurance with deductible and everything. Other than that I have had absolutely no problem with my Hyundai. I also like the look of it on the outside. I thought about trading for a newer one but I also don't like the styles of the new ones. I wish they still made them like the 2016 exterior. I would love to have a newer one but I would like for it to look like the 2016 hyundai. The reason for that is you could look at the car and see it was a Hyundai elantra. Now I feel like the new launchers look like every other car on the road.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Ryan from Tampa, FL
Owns this car
June 20, 2023

Happy Elantra owner x 2

I had a 2015 Elantra that that I loved but it was totaled in a wreck. It kept me safe so I looked for another Elantra and found my 2016 with low miles in 2021. It's given me zero issues in almost 20K miles of driving. I just did the 45K maintenance at the dealer and got the security issue updated; otherwise, just oil changes and tire rotations. Lots of room, even with two car seats in the back. Decent power for its size and great gas mileage. My 2016 has a few less features than my 2015 did (no Bluetooth, no audio controls on steering wheel, no heated leather seats) but performs just as well. My only complaint is that the tint is starting to peel but that's due to the Florida sun.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA?

The 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Limited (2 styles)
  • SE (4 styles)
  • Sport (2 styles)
  • Value Edition (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA?

The 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 37 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA reliable?

The 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA owners.

Is the 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA. 88.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 163 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.5

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