2017 Hyundai ElantraFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
32
MPG
Highway
40
MPG
Combined
35
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov
33.1MPG average-5.4% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 35 MPG · Owner reported avg: 33.1 MPG
Driving mix: City -1% / Highway -1%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 33.1 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 35 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (AM7)
Regular
City
32
Hwy
40
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $1,950/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
28
Hwy
37
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,100/yr
Manual 6-spd
Regular
City
26
Hwy
36
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Automatic (AM7)
Regular
City
26
Hwy
33
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Manual 6-spd
Regular
City
22
Hwy
30
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $2,700/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 32 | 40 | 35 | $1,950 |
| Automatic (S6) | Regular | 28 | 37 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 36 | 29 | $2,350 |
| Automatic (AM7) | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,350 |
| Manual 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,700 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,950
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$2,250
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 256 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 8.5 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1.4L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Direct Injection
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
Annual Fuel Cost by State
Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA
National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,924/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,553/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,666/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,773/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,938/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,933/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,396/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,979/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,862/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,906/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,924/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $2,553/yrHIGHEST | +$629 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,666/yrLOWEST | $-258 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,773/yr | $-151 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,938/yr | +$14 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,933/yr | +$9 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $2,396/yr | +$472 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,979/yr | +$55 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,862/yr | $-62 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,906/yr | $-18 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 35 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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