Hyundai Elantra SE

20172020 · 4 configurations

Lowest
33
Average
34
Best
35

The Hyundai Elantra SE has been tested by the EPA across 4 different configurations spanning model years 2017 through 2020. Over this period, the Elantra SE has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 33 MPG to 35 MPG, with an overall average of 34 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. 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

Historical Efficiency

2020
35
2019
33
2018
33
2017
33

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Elantra SE) 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 SE. 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
887
Total Deaths
481

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
6.4%
Fire Occurrence
3.8%
Speeding Involved
13.8%
DUI Involved
15.4%
Primary Impact Zone

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

77%
Front
13%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes158
Fatalities
103
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2022
Fatal Crashes174
Fatalities
89
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2021
Fatal Crashes169
Fatalities
92
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2020
Fatal Crashes133
Fatalities
71
Deaths/Crash
0.53
2019
Fatal Crashes114
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2018
Fatal Crashes91
Fatalities
50
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2017
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2016
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.44

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2020
2
2019
1
2017
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory