How the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Earns Its Place in the Spotlight

Buying a car often involves extensive research, leading shoppers to examine a model’s reliability and history in depth. Drivers are usually interested in what the industry thinks about the model, from how it ranks in its class to personal experiences and issues from other drivers. This insight is invaluable when making an investment, and fortunately, for those shopping for a Hyundai Elantra for sale, the news is good. 

Are you wondering what the industry has to say about the sedan? Hyundai was named Money’s “Best Automaker Brand for the Money 2025,” and the 2025 Elantra was named “Best for Value” in the small car segment. Competing against dozens of new models, the Elantra outshined rivals in comfort, reliability, fuel economy, and value. So, how does that translate to shopping for a 2025 Elantra here at Pride Hyundai of Seekonk? 

Category #1: Comfort

As Money discovered during its extensive vetting, the 2025 Elantra is a compact sedan that defies expectations. Despite its compact footprint, the Elantra feels spacious and accommodating because of Hyundai’s keen attention to detail and successful blend of form and function. The cabin is plush and well-equipped across the five-trim lineup, from the entry-level SE and SEL Sport to the SEL Convenience, Limited, N Line, and hybrid options. 

What do we mean by well-equipped? The entry-level Elantra SE starts at $22,025 and offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on an eight-inch touchscreen, notable features for the sedan’s budget-friendly price tag.^[a] Climbing the lineup provides more amenities, like a leather-wrapped steering wheel on the SEL Sport, heated front seats and a power sunroof on the SEL Convenience, and H-Tex leatherette-trimmed seats on the top-tier Limited. 

As expected, the Limited offers the most comfort but, surprisingly, is still modestly priced at $26,675.^[a] In addition to its leatherette-trimmed seats, the Elantra Limited has a Bose Premium audio system, Highway Driving Assist, and conveniences like Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch. The power driver seat provides lumbar support, with the 60/40 split-folding rear seat offering comfort and versatility. Venturing to the Elantra Limited Hybrid makes comfort a priority with heated and ventilated front seats and an Integrated Memory System that remembers your preferences at the touch of a button. 

Climbing behind the wheel of the performance-oriented Elantra N delivers an impeccable blend of pure thrills and comfort in the driver’s seat. Beyond its sport-tuned components, the 2025 Elantra N features dual automatic temperature control and leather seating with Alcantara inserts that add opulence to the cabin. It also adds steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls and premium conveniences, like heated exterior mirrors. 

Category #2: Reliability  

How do you measure reliability in a new vehicle? For starters, the Elantra isn’t new to the Hyundai lineup. The automaker introduced the sedan in 1992, consistently updating its styling, performance, and value-rich packaging to maintain its relevance and broaden its appeal. This history plays a significant role in establishing the Elantra’s reputation as a reliable model.

Beyond this history, independent industry leaders, publications, and organizations are quick to share their take on the 2025 Elantra’s reliability. We see this insight in reliability ratings from Kelley Blue Book, U.S. News, and J.D. Power. The 2025 Elantra scores an 8.8 out of 10 rating from U.S. News and an impressive 86 out of 100 from J.D. Power. These consistent ratings solidify what Elantra owners know firsthand and what Money discovered when it named the 2025 Elantra “Best for Value.” 

Category #3: Fuel Economy 

A quick search of the most fuel-efficient compact sedan leaves no question about how the 2025 Elantra earns its honors. Facing competition from rivals like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, the 2025 Elantra outperforms and outshines the competition while modestly sipping fuel. So, how does Hyundai manage such a feat by delivering an impressive balance of agility and efficiency? 

The 2025 Elantra Hybrid is the most efficient option in the lineup, relying on a 1.6L inline-four hybrid powertrain that makes 139 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. Its smooth-shifting six-speed dual-clutch transmission balances its output with efficiency, yielding an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 54 MPG combined. According to EPA estimates, rivals like the 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid and Honda Civic Hybrid average 50 MPG and 49 MPG, respectively.

The real test of efficiency comes when you look at the 2025 Elantra’s traditional gas-powered engine. Even without hybrid components, the Elantra’s heartbeat modestly sips fuel. The standard 2.0L inline-four sets the baseline, producing 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque with the continuously variable transmission pushing the sedan’s EPA-estimated rating to 36 MPG combined. Enjoying more power from the available 1.6L turbocharged inline-four doesn’t dramatically diminish the Elantra’s fuel economy, with the optional engine producing 201 horses, 195 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 31 MPG combined. 

Category #4: Value 

What value does Hyundai offer in the 2025 Elantra? It’s easy to assume that the Elantra’s modest starting price of $22,025 for the entry-level SE means Hyundai skimps on features, comforts, and technologies to maintain its affordability.^[a] However, Hyundai takes a different approach and sets a high benchmark with the feature-rich SE. For example, the 2025 Elantra SE has LED projector headlights, an eight-inch center touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and an extensive lineup of driver-assist and safety features. 

The Elantra’s value-oriented packaging continues across the lineup, with subtle price increases offering drivers far more than expected. For example, the SEL Convenience starts at $25,725 and features a power sunroof, heated front seats, and dual 10.25-inch displays—a touchscreen with navigation and a digital instrument cluster.^[a] The top-tier Limited adds a Bose Premium Audio system, leatherette seating, and more advanced driver-assist technologies for a modest price of $26,675.^[a]

The Elantra’s value is also apparent beyond its price tag and features. Hyundai is known for standing behind its models, and the 2025 Elantra is no exception. It’s backed by America’s Best Warranty, which includes a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty. This coverage skyrockets the Elantra’s value, instilling confidence and peace of mind in your purchase every mile and year down the road. 

The Big Picture

Whether your budget is $10,000 or $100,000, buying a vehicle is an investment. That investment requires spending time researching your options and examining the big picture. It also means gleaning insight from those with experience behind the wheel and from industry veterans. 

With Hyundai earning Money’s Best Automaker Brand for the Money and the 2025 Elantra named Best for Value in its class, there’s little question about Hyundai’s rising success and the Elantra’s appeal. Hyundai’s reputation is defined by its well-rounded models, each stylishly designed and packed with features. More importantly, Hyundai’s confidence in every model shines with its exceptional warranty coverage. 

The 2025 Elantra embodies what Hyundai does best, and publications like Money have recognized as much. The compact sedan steals the spotlight in every category, from comfort and reliability to efficiency and value. It’s well-rounded and feature-rich, with a proven history of success and a modest price tag. It’s everything a compact sedan should be and more, with Hyundai effectively putting rivals on notice by offering more for less with its award-winning sedan. Contact us today to schedule a test drive.

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^[a]MSRP may change without notice. See dealer for complete details.

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