Against 381 other 4-cyl cars rated 2024–2026, the Elantra N beats their 26.3 mpg average by 7.7 mpg, about $331 a year.
Every Hyundai Elantra N engine, compared
The Hyundai Elantra N was rated in a single specification, so its gas mileage does not vary by version — only by model year. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl | 23.2 / 32 | 2022–2026 | $1,455 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Kia K4 gets 33.5 mpg, the Lexus LS 22.7 mpg and the Toyota Crown 41 mpg, next to 34 mpg for the 2026 Elantra N.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2026) | $0.094 |
| Fuel per year | $1,129 |
| Fuel over five years | $5,645 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2024–2026 | −$331 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,890 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra N gives up 10 mpg in town: 40 on the highway against 30 in the city, $320 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2026) | 30 mpg | $1,280 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 40 mpg | $960 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +10 mpg (33%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Elantra N changed over the years
The Elantra N peaked in 2026 at 34 mpg (30 city, 40 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2025 at 24 — 10 mpg apart, or $471 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2026 model gains 10 mpg against 24 for the 2025.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30 / 40 | 1 | $1,129 | |
| 2025 | 21 / 29 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 2024 | 21 / 29 | 1 | $1,600 | |
| 2023 | 22 / 31 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2022 | 22 / 31 | 1 | $1,536 |
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How we count
This page rests on 5 EPA ratings of the Hyundai Elantra N — 1 engine across 2022–2026. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,890. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N get?
34 mpg combined, 30 city and 40 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2022 the Elantra N has averaged 26.4 mpg.
Is the 2026 Elantra N more efficient than the 2025?
Yes: 34 against 24 mpg combined, about $471 a year less to run.
Which Elantra N year has the best gas mileage?
The 2026, at 34 mpg combined (30 city, 40 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
Does the Elantra N get better gas mileage than the Kia K4?
About the same: 34 mpg for the 2026 Elantra N against 33.5 for the 2026 Kia K4.
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