Hyundai Elantra V

Hyundai Elantra V
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The Hyundai Elantra V (2011–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: MD, UD

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,290–4,550 mm TC4,530–4,540 mm
Width1,770–1,780 mm TC1,775 mm
Height1,440–1,520 mm TC1,435–1,445 mm
Wheelbase2,640–2,700 mm TC2,700 mm
Front track1,530–1,560 mm TC–
Rear track1,540–1,580 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,207–1,397 kg TC1,160–1,335 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)425–793 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,690–2,860 L EPA–

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2016: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,440 complaints for model years 2011–2016. 249 crashes · 80 fires · 199 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Engine 859
  • Brakes 576
  • Steering 512
  • Airbags 460
  • Electrical system 417
  • Suspension 205

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 16 versions of the Hyundai Elantra V

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European Union 7 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
20161.6 L100 kW (136 PS)Diesel117 g/km1,676
20161.6 L93 kW (126 PS)Petrol153 g/km1,462
20161.6 L94 kW (128 PS)LPG153 g/km1,134
2011–20161.6 L97 kW (132 PS)Petrol150–154 g/km14,670
20161.6 L94 kW (128 PS)Petrol155 g/km168
20131.6 L–Other fuel146 g/km424
2012–2013––Petrol149–152 g/km198

United States 5 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2017SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA198–204 g/km
2014–2017SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA195–206 g/km
2011–20161.8 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive30–32 MPG (7.4–7.8 L/100 km) EPA173–187 g/km
2011–20161.8 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30–32 MPG (7.4–7.8 L/100 km) EPA173–185 g/km
2011–20122.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–2016Mid-size1.8 LPetrol6-speed automatic7.5–7.7 L/100 km 5-cycle172–177 g/km
2011–2016Mid-size1.8 LPetrol6-speed manual7.4–7.9 L/100 km 5-cycle170–182 g/km
2014–2016Mid-size2.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.3–8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle191–203 g/km
2014–2016Mid-size2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual8.3–8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle191–202 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.