Hyundai Elantra Hatchback

20042004 · 1 configurations

Lowest
26
Average
26
Best
26

The Hyundai Elantra Hatchback has been tested by the EPA across 1 different configurations spanning model years 2004 through 2004. Over this period, the Elantra Hatchback has achieved a consistent combined fuel economy rating of 26 MPG. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2004
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300243126MPG

Historical Efficiency

2004
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Elantra Hatchback) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Hyundai Elantra Hatchback. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Hyundai Hyundai Elantra grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
99
Total Deaths
68

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.1%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
8.1%
DUI Involved
17.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

68%
Front
23%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2022
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2021
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2020
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.92
2019
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2018
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.85
2017
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2016
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2015
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2014
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.69

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2004
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory