2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid BlueFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
53
MPG
Highway
56
MPG
Combined
54
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

41.8MPG average-22.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 54 MPG · Owner reported avg: 41.8 MPG

Driving mix: City 42% / Highway 58%

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 41.8 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 54 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AM-S6)
Regular Hybrid
City
53
Hwy
56
Comb
54
Fuel cost: $1,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$5,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 9/10
GHG Score: 9/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
165 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
5.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
1.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
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
1.6L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
SIDI; Hybrid
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
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$1,247/yr
California
$5.957/gal$1,655/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,080/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,149/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,256/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,253/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$1,553/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,283/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,207/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,236/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 54 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 4 DR FWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability10.1%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
38
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
2
Investigations

Recall History1

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems38 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 38 owner complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Blue. Top reported issues include electrical system, advanced safety (adas) and speed control. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
11
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
10
Speed Control
9
Power Train
8
Engine
7
Brakes
4
Seat Belts
4
Lighting
3

2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Blue problems by category: Electrical System: 11 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 10 complaints, Speed Control: 9 complaints, Power Train: 8 complaints, Engine: 7 complaints, Brakes: 4 complaints, Seat Belts: 4 complaints, Lighting: 3 complaints.

3
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 06/25/2025ODI#11669196
On [XXX] and [XXX], while driving at approximately 50 MPH, my vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of power, presenting an immediate safety hazard. The incident unfolded as follows: Withou…
SteeringFiled: 08/27/2024ODI#11611209
We were on our way home from the beach on [XXX]. Coming through Birmingham on [XXX] in the far left (fast) lane traveling 78-80 mph with traffic flow, the car starts sounding a loud alarm with red fla…
LightingFiled: 08/11/2022ODI#11478886
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra Blue is Hyundai's entry level hybrid model, and after purchasing it about a month ago, we started experiencing 'near misses' while changing lanes and using the blinkers.  Whil…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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