Hyundai Excel

19871994 · 27 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
27
Best
28

The Hyundai Excel has been tested by the EPA across 27 different configurations spanning model years 1987 through 1994. Over this period, the Excel has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 28 MPG, with an overall average of 27 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

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1994
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,200233227MPG
1994
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,200243327MPG
1993
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,300243026MPG
1993
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,200253027MPG
1993
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253328MPG
1992
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,300232926MPG
1992
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,150263328MPG
1992
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,300242926MPG
1992
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,200253027MPG
1992
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253328MPG
1991
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,300232926MPG
1991
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,150263328MPG
1991
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,300242926MPG
1991
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,200253027MPG
1991
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253328MPG
1990
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,300242926MPG
1990
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,200253027MPG
1990
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253328MPG
1989
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,300232926MPG
1989
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
1989
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150243328MPG
1988
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,300232926MPG
1988
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
1988
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150243328MPG
1987
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500232624MPG
1987
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,300242826MPG
1987
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,200253127MPG

Historical Efficiency

1994
27
1993
28
1992
28
1991
28
1990
28
1989
28
1988
28
1987
27

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Excel) 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 Excel. 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 Excel grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
3
Total Deaths
3

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
66.7%
Fire Occurrence
33.3%
Speeding Involved
33.3%
DUI Involved
0.0%
Primary Impact Zone

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

50%
Front
50%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2021
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

1994
1
1990
2
1988
1
1987
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory