Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 62 recorded runs

Hyundai Elantra 0–60 Times

The Hyundai Elantra 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 62 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Hyundai Elantra is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.70 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.30 seconds at 106.7 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Hyundai Elantra is the 2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan, which took 10.20 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.50 seconds at 79.1 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Hyundai Elantra tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.87 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.03 seconds at 88.54 mph.

Fastest 0–60 4.70sec 2025 N Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 7.87sec Across 62 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 16.03sec @ 88.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 10.20sec 2007 SE Sedan
2025 Hyundai Elantra

Across 62 verified runs, the Hyundai Elantra ranges from 4.70 to 10.20 seconds 0–60, with a 7.87-second average.

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Hyundai Elantra Performance Overview

Hyundai’s Elantra performance record spans 62 independently verified tests across 2000 to 2025, tracing the model from compact economy sedan into a broader gasoline-and-hybrid lineup with a defined performance branch. Early results were set by naturally aspirated Beta II-powered XD cars at 135–140 hp, including the 2000 GLS Sedan at 8.3 seconds to 60 mph and the 2002 GT 5-door Hatchback at 8.0. The HD generation stayed close in output at 138 hp, though the data also includes the slowest run, a 10.2-second 0-60 from a 2007 SE Sedan, while that same trim also produced a quicker 7.9-second benchmark in period testing.

With the MD/UD generation, naturally aspirated Nu engines lifted output to 148–173 hp, and the 2012 GLS Sedan cut 0-60 to 7.8 seconds. The AD generation marked a clearer shift, adding turbocharged Gamma 1.6T power and raising the ceiling to 201 hp; the 2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback reached 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.

Today’s CN7, offered with gasoline and hybrid powertrains and ranging from 139 to 276 hp, is the quickest Elantra yet. N Line, Hybrid, and full N variants broaden the spread, culminating in the 4.7-second 0-60 and 13.3-second quarter-mile of the 2025 N Sedan, which defines the current peak.

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Hyundai Elantra 0–60 Times by Generation: XD to CN7

5 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
CN7 2021–present 6.68s 4.70s — 2025 N Sedan 17 The CN7 generation (2021–present) averaged 6.68 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2025 N Sedan at 4.70 seconds. Output ranged from 139 to 276 hp across 1.6L I-4 + Elec 1.32-kWh, 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
AD 2016–2020 7.85s 6.30s — 2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback 19 The AD generation (2016–2020) averaged 7.85 seconds to 60 mph across 19 tests, led by the 2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback at 6.30 seconds. Output ranged from 128 to 201 hp across 1.4L Turbo I-4, 1.6L Turbo I-4, 1.8L I-4, 2.0L I-4 configurations.
MD/UD 2011–2015 8.69s 7.80s — 2012 GLS Sedan 16 The MD/UD generation (2011–2015) averaged 8.69 seconds to 60 mph across 16 tests, led by the 2012 GLS Sedan at 7.80 seconds. Output ranged from 148 to 173 hp across 1.8L I-4, 2.0L I-4 configurations.
HD 2007–2010 8.85s 7.90s — 2007 SE Sedan 6 The HD generation (2007–2010) averaged 8.85 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2007 SE Sedan at 7.90 seconds. Output was 138 hp across 2.0L I-4 configurations.
XD 2001–2006 8.30s 8.00s — 2002 GT 5-door Hatchback 3 The XD generation (2001–2006) averaged 8.30 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2002 GT 5-door Hatchback at 8.00 seconds. Output ranged from 135 to 140 hp across 2.0L I-4 configurations.
CN7 2021–present
Avg 0–60 6.68s
Fastest 4.70s
Tests 17
2025 N Sedan
The CN7 generation (2021–present) averaged 6.68 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2025 N Sedan at 4.70 seconds. Output ranged from 139 to 276 hp across 1.6L I-4 + Elec 1.32-kWh, 1.6L Turbo I-4, 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
AD 2016–2020
Avg 0–60 7.85s
Fastest 6.30s
Tests 19
2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
The AD generation (2016–2020) averaged 7.85 seconds to 60 mph across 19 tests, led by the 2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback at 6.30 seconds. Output ranged from 128 to 201 hp across 1.4L Turbo I-4, 1.6L Turbo I-4, 1.8L I-4, 2.0L I-4 configurations.
MD/UD 2011–2015
Avg 0–60 8.69s
Fastest 7.80s
Tests 16
2012 GLS Sedan
The MD/UD generation (2011–2015) averaged 8.69 seconds to 60 mph across 16 tests, led by the 2012 GLS Sedan at 7.80 seconds. Output ranged from 148 to 173 hp across 1.8L I-4, 2.0L I-4 configurations.
HD 2007–2010
Avg 0–60 8.85s
Fastest 7.90s
Tests 6
2007 SE Sedan
The HD generation (2007–2010) averaged 8.85 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2007 SE Sedan at 7.90 seconds. Output was 138 hp across 2.0L I-4 configurations.
XD 2001–2006
Avg 0–60 8.30s
Fastest 8.00s
Tests 3
2002 GT 5-door Hatchback
The XD generation (2001–2006) averaged 8.30 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 2002 GT 5-door Hatchback at 8.00 seconds. Output ranged from 135 to 140 hp across 2.0L I-4 configurations.
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Hyundai Elantra 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

62 tests · 19 years

2025 Hyundai Elantra

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.30 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#01
2025 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.30s ¼ mi @ 106.7 mph
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.30 sec
Trap Speed
106.7 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 27 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#1 of 62
2025 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan

2024 Hyundai Elantra

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.60 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.97 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#06
2024 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.00 sec
Trap Speed
101.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 25.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#6 of 62
2024 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
#08
2024 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#8 of 62
2024 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
#44
2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan
8.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 83.7 mph
0–60 mph
8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
83.7 mph
Engine
1.6L I-4 + Elec 1.32-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
139 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,091 lbs
Power-to-Weight
22.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
49 C / 52 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#44 of 62
2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan

2023 Hyundai Elantra

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.80 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#02
2023 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
4.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 106.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
106.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 30 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#2 of 62
2023 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan

2022 Hyundai Elantra

5 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.32 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.96 sec
Recorded Tests 5
#03
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
103.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 31 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#3 of 62
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
#04
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 105.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
105.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 31 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#4 of 62
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
#05
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 103.9 mph
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
103.9 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#5 of 62
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
#07
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 31 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#7 of 62
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
#09
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan
5.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.40s ¼ mi @ 100.1 mph
0–60 mph
5.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.40 sec
Trap Speed
100.1 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
276 hp
Torque
289 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,186 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 31 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#9 of 62
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan

2021 Hyundai Elantra

7 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.24 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.37 sec
Recorded Tests 7
#16
2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line Sedan
7.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 34 H / 26.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#16 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line Sedan
#27
2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
31 C / 41 H / 35 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#27 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#35
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
1.6L I-4 + Elec 1.32-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
139 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,014 lbs
Power-to-Weight
21.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
49 C / 52 H / 40 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#35 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan
#36
2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 87.5 mph
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
87.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
31 C / 41 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#36 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#37
2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.00s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.00 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
31 C / 41 H / 34.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#37 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#42
2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line Sedan
8.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 89.4 mph
0–60 mph
8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
89.4 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#42 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line Sedan
#45
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan
8.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 83.8 mph
0–60 mph
8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
83.8 mph
Engine
1.6L I-4 + Elec 1.32-kWh
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
139 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,014 lbs
Power-to-Weight
21.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
49 C / 52 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#45 of 62
2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan

2019 Hyundai Elantra

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.47 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.67 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#11
2019 Hyundai Elantra GT N-Line 5-door Hatchback
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.00s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.00 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,964 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 30 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#11 of 62
2019 Hyundai Elantra GT N-Line 5-door Hatchback
#14
2019 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.20s ¼ mi @ 92.1 mph
0–60 mph
6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.20 sec
Trap Speed
92.1 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#14 of 62
2019 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
#52
2019 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 84.5 mph
0–60 mph
9.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
84.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#52 of 62
2019 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan

2018 Hyundai Elantra

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.03 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.40 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#10
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.90s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.90 sec
Trap Speed
95.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,964 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 32 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#10 of 62
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
#12
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.00s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.00 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,964 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#12 of 62
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
#18
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
7.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 90.7 mph
0–60 mph
7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
90.7 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,964 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#18 of 62
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport 5-door Hatchback
#23
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
161 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 32 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#23 of 62
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback

2017 Hyundai Elantra

11 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.11 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.26 sec
Recorded Tests 11
#13
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.10s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.10 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 30 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#13 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
#15
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#15 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
#17
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
7.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 90.7 mph
0–60 mph
7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
90.7 mph
Engine
1.6L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
201 hp
Torque
195 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#17 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
#19
2017 Hyundai Elantra Eco Sedan
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
128 hp
Torque
156 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
22.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
32 C / 40 H / 38 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#19 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Eco Sedan
#24
2017 Hyundai Elantra Eco Sedan
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 86.9 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
86.9 mph
Engine
1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
128 hp
Torque
156 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
22.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
32 C / 40 H / 35.1 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#24 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Eco Sedan
#32
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H / 32 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#32 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#40
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H / 31 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#40 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#46
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 84.7 mph
0–60 mph
8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
84.7 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H / 32.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#46 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#49
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H / 32.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#49 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#53
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 84.7 mph
0–60 mph
9.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
84.7 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#53 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#55
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.30s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.30 sec
Trap Speed
83.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
147 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H / 35.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#55 of 62
2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan

2016 Hyundai Elantra

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 9.50 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.10 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#57
2016 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition Sedan
9.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.10s ¼ mi @ 82.6 mph
0–60 mph
9.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.10 sec
Trap Speed
82.6 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
145 hp
Torque
130 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,877 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#57 of 62
2016 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition Sedan

2014 Hyundai Elantra

5 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.66 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.64 sec
Recorded Tests 5
#21
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
173 hp
Torque
154 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,877 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 33 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#21 of 62
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
#25
2014 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
173 hp
Torque
154 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,860 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 35 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#25 of 62
2014 Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan
#38
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 84.5 mph
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
84.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
173 hp
Torque
154 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,877 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 33 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#38 of 62
2014 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
#56
2014 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.30s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.30 sec
Trap Speed
83.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,877 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#56 of 62
2014 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#59
2014 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.20s ¼ mi @ 82.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.20 sec
Trap Speed
82.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,877 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 30 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#59 of 62
2014 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan

2013 Hyundai Elantra

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.55 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.63 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#28
2013 Hyundai Elantra SE Coupe
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
86.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,751 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#28 of 62
2013 Hyundai Elantra SE Coupe
#29
2013 Hyundai Elantra SE Coupe
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
86.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,751 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 33.1 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#29 of 62
2013 Hyundai Elantra SE Coupe
#33
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
8.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,784 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 37 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#33 of 62
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
#60
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
9.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.20s ¼ mi @ 81.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.20 sec
Trap Speed
81.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,784 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 37 H / 30 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#60 of 62
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback

2012 Hyundai Elantra

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.73 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.60 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#20
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 86.6 mph
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
86.6 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,701 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 30.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#20 of 62
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
#50
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
8.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
84.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,701 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 35.4 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#50 of 62
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
#58
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.10s ¼ mi @ 82.2 mph
0–60 mph
9.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.10 sec
Trap Speed
82.2 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,758 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 28.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#58 of 62
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan

2011 Hyundai Elantra

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.85 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.75 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#43
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
84.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,742 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#43 of 62
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#47
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
86.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,742 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 33 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#47 of 62
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#51
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
8.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.90s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.90 sec
Trap Speed
84.0 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,742 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#51 of 62
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
#54
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
9.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 83.5 mph
0–60 mph
9.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
83.5 mph
Engine
1.8L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
131 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,742 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 25.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#54 of 62
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan

2010 Hyundai Elantra

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.80 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.80 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#48
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring SE Wagon
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.80 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
21.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 31 H / 30.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#48 of 62
2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring SE Wagon

2009 Hyundai Elantra

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.40 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#30
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Wagon
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
84.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 31 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#30 of 62
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Wagon
#31
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Wagon
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 84.3 mph
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
84.3 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,844 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 31 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#31 of 62
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Wagon

2007 Hyundai Elantra

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 9.37 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.10 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#22
2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
86.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,858 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 33 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#22 of 62
2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan
#61
2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan
10.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.50s ¼ mi @ 80.0 mph
0–60 mph
10.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.50 sec
Trap Speed
80.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,858 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 33 H / 31 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#61 of 62
2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan
#62
2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan
10.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.50s ¼ mi @ 79.1 mph
0–60 mph
10.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.50 sec
Trap Speed
79.1 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,858 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 33 H / 24.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#62 of 62
2007 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan

2002 Hyundai Elantra

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.25 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.50 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#26
2002 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
86.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
135 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,700 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#26 of 62
2002 Hyundai Elantra GT 5-door Hatchback
#41
2002 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
8.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,630 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 30 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#41 of 62
2002 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan

2001 Hyundai Elantra

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#39
2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 84.3 mph
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
84.3 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
140 hp
Torque
133 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,630 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#39 of 62
2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan

2000 Hyundai Elantra

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.60 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#34
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan
8.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
0–60 mph
8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
84.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
140 hp
Torque
133 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,630 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 30 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#34 of 62
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan

How we verify Hyundai Elantra performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Hyundai Elantra trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Hyundai Elantra 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Hyundai Elantra performance FAQs

11 questions
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. It also runs the quarter-mile in 13.3 seconds at 106.7 mph. That test car was stock, with 276 horsepower, 289 lb-ft, front-wheel drive, and a turbocharged gasoline engine.
The quickest Elantra on record is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan, with a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds. It is also the fastest Elantra in the quarter-mile, posting 13.3 seconds at 106.7 mph. Across all 62 Elantra tests, that remains the benchmark.
The fastest stock Hyundai Elantra is the 2025 Elantra N Sedan. It posts a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds and a 13.3-second quarter-mile at 106.7 mph. There are no modified Elantra runs in this group, so the fastest overall Elantra and fastest stock Elantra are the same car.
For 2025, the recorded Elantra test is the N Sedan, and it reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 13.3 seconds at 106.7 mph. Across all 62 Hyundai Elantra tests on record, the average 0-60 time is 7.87 seconds.
The seventh-generation Hyundai Elantra, coded CN7, averages 6.68 seconds from 0-60 mph across 17 tests. The fastest CN7 is the 2025 N Sedan at 4.7 seconds. This generation spans 2021 onward and includes gasoline and hybrid powertrains, plus naturally aspirated and turbocharged setups.
The fastest CN7 Elantra is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N Sedan, with a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds. Within the seventh generation, that is the quickest verified run. The CN7 generation covers 2021 onward and has 17 recorded tests with an average 0-60 time of 6.68 seconds.
The sixth-generation AD Hyundai Elantra averages 7.85 seconds from 0-60 mph across 19 tests. Its quickest recorded version is the 2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback at 6.3 seconds. AD-generation cars span 2016 to 2020 and include both naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline models.
The fastest AD-generation Hyundai Elantra is the 2018 GT Sport 5-door Hatchback, which reaches 60 mph in 6.3 seconds. Across the full AD generation from 2016 to 2020, the average 0-60 time is 7.85 seconds over 19 tests, making the GT Sport the clear performance leader of that era.
The Elantra N is quicker. The N Sedan has a best recorded 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds, while the N Line Sedan’s best is 7.1 seconds. Looking at averages, N Sedan tests come in at 5.24 seconds, compared with 7.85 seconds for the N Line Sedan.
The Elantra Sport Sedan is faster than the Elantra Limited Sedan. The Sport Sedan averages 7.12 seconds to 60 mph, with a best of 6.6 seconds. The Limited Sedan averages 8.85 seconds, and its best recorded 0-60 time is 8.1 seconds.
The quickest Hyundai Elantra quarter-mile on record is 13.3 seconds at 106.7 mph, set by the 2025 Elantra N Sedan. Across all 62 Elantra tests, the average quarter-mile time is 16.03 seconds at 88.5 mph, which shows how far ahead the N sits versus the broader range.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Hyundai Elantra can do, not a single marketing claim.

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