The 2026 Hyundai Elantra window sticker reads 35 to 54 mpg combined depending on the engine: 54 for the 1.6L 4-cyl hybrid and 35 for the 2L 4-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2026 Elantra 5 stars overall, and a used 2026 asks about $19,999 today.
The Hyundai Elantra window sticker — build, options & years
The Hyundai Elantra ran from 1992–2026 across 7 generations (1992–1995, 1996–2000, 2001–2006, 2007–2010, 2011–2016, 2017–2020, 2021–2026).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Hyundai Elantra VIN decoder.
What the Hyundai Elantra sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 Elantra, averaged across its 2 versions:
The label also prints an estimated $1,475 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 319 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Midsize Cars, 2026) the best Elantra version ranks #2 of 23 on combined MPG (the class best is 57 mpg).
How the Elantra's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1992 to 2026:
Combined went from 22 mpg in 1992 to 45 in 2026; the best year on file is 2021 at 46 mpg. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2026 Elantra:
The weak spot is frontal crash: 4 stars against 5 overall. Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The Elantra sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the Elantra (54 mpg, 2026) sits behind the Toyota Prius.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Toyota Camry | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Toyota Prius | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Nissan Altima | 2026 | 5★ |
What a used Elantra sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 430 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 listings | |
| 2025 | 18 listings | |
| 2024 | 21 listings | |
| 2023 | 39 listings | |
| 2022 | 14 listings | |
| 2021 | 19 listings | |
| 2020 | 49 listings | |
| 2019 | 38 listings | |
| 2018 | 47 listings | |
| 2017 | 92 listings | |
| 2016 | 46 listings | |
| 2015 | 39 listings |
A 2026 Elantra asks a median $19,999 today, a 2015 about $6,795. Full breakdown on the Hyundai Elantra value page.
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Elantra window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 104 Elantra window stickers from VINs so far, opened 195 times. The most requested model years are 2026, 2017 and 2023.
Any Elantra from 1992–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Hyundai models: Hyundai window stickers.
Other Hyundai window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Fe | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 36 mpg | |
| Hyundai Palisade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 34 mpg | |
| Hyundai Tucson | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 50 mpg | |
| Hyundai Sonata | Large Cars | 52 mpg | |
| Hyundai Kona | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 120 mpg | |
| Hyundai Accent | Compact Cars | 36 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Hyundai Elantra
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Elantra, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Hyundai Elantra all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Hyundai Elantra window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 54 mpg combined, #2 of 23 in its EPA class (Midsize Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $1,475 a year.
What safety rating is on the Hyundai Elantra sticker?
5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2026 model, by test: frontal crash 4, side crash 5, rollover 5.
Does the Elantra sticker show better MPG than the Toyota Camry?
Yes: the most efficient 2026 Elantra reads 54 mpg combined, the 2026 Toyota Camry 51.
Which Hyundai Elantra years do people look up most?
2026, with 15 of the 104 Elantra window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2017 and 2023.
What is a used Hyundai Elantra worth now?
A 2026 asks a median $19,999 and a 2015 about $6,795, across 430 live listings. More on the Hyundai Elantra value page.
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