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Hyundai Elantra Fuel Cost
Stylish compact sedan with class-leading fuel economy and a strong warranty. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 37 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for daily commuters who want low fuel bills and easy parking.
- Great for commuting
- Cheap to run
- Excellent efficiency
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
33 MPG
42 MPG
37 MPG
12.4 gal
~459 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 37 MPG and $3.45/gal.
Annual cost
$1119
Monthly cost
$93
Cost per mile
$0.093
Gallons / year
324
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Hyundai Elantra's combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Hyundai Elantra. Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
$0.00
Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~324 gallons per year
Cost by annual mileage
How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).
| Miles per year | Gallons / year | Annual cost | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | 216 | $746 | $62 |
| 12,000 | 324 | $1119 | $93 |
| 15,000 | 405 | $1399 | $117 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Hyundai Elantra costs
- MPG / MPGe
- EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
- Fuel price
- Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
- Annual mileage
- Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
- Trim & year variance
- AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Hyundai Elantra?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 37 MPG and $3.45/gal, expect about $1119 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Hyundai Elantra get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 33 city / 42 highway / 37 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Hyundai Elantra?
The Hyundai Elantra typically has a 12.4-gallon tank. At 37 combined MPG, that's roughly 459 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Hyundai Elantra fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $1119. Compare it to other sedans on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.
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