HYBRID · Regular gas
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Fuel Cost
Affordable hybrid sedan with class-leading highway MPG. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 54 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for high-mileage drivers who want the lowest possible monthly fuel bill.
- Great for commuting
- Low monthly fuel bill
- Cheap to run
- Excellent efficiency
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
53 MPG
56 MPG
54 MPG
11.9 gal
~643 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 54 MPG and $3.45/gal.
Annual cost
$767
Monthly cost
$64
Cost per mile
$0.064
Gallons / year
222
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid's combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
$0.00
Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~222 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 | 148 | $511 | $43 |
| 12,000 | 222 | $767 | $64 |
| 15,000 | 278 | $958 | $80 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 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 Hybrid?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 54 MPG and $3.45/gal, expect about $767 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 53 city / 56 highway / 54 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid?
The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid typically has a 11.9-gallon tank. At 54 combined MPG, that's roughly 643 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Hyundai Elantra Hybrid fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $767. Compare it to other hybrids on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.
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