2016 Hyundai Elantra

Sedan Regular
Hyundai Elantra 2016
31MPG Combined
4 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2016 Hyundai Elantra. As a Sedan, it achieves 28–31 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2016 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG28–31 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG28
Highway MPG37
Body StyleSedan
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveFWD
Available Trims4

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
4 cyl28/37/311.8L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
Man27/36/301.8L 4cylManual 6-spd
4 cyl24/35/282.0L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
Man24/34/282.0L 4cylManual 6-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2016 Hyundai Elantra costs approximately $1,512 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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