2018 Hyundai Elantra problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2018 Hyundai Elantra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Hyundai Elantra at about 30 mpg combined (27 city / 35 highway).

Q: How much is a 2018 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Comparable 2018 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $10,900–$17,999, typically around $14,664 (from 62 vehicles).

2018 Hyundai Elantra at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints273

Combined30 mpg

Typical price$14,664

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2018 Hyundai Elantra recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Hyundai Elantra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 273 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Seats

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2018 Hyundai Elantra MPG & running costs

Combined30 mpg

City27 mpg

Highway35 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,060

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Hyundai Elantra worth?

Low

$10,900

Typical price

$14,664

High

$17,999

From 62 comparable 2018 Hyundai Elantra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Hyundai Elantra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,300

Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,400

Total$13,700

Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,664) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,284), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.