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2010 Hyundai Elantra MPG & fuel economy

The 2010 Hyundai Elantra is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 26 to 29 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2009 model. Among 41 midsize cars rated for 2010, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 26 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2010 #8 of 41 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2010 Hyundai Elantra's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2611.19.0
Highway3414.56.9
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2010 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius50 MPG $930
  2. 2Ford Fusion Hybrid39 MPG $1,192
  3. 3Mercury Milan Hybrid39 MPG $1,192
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  5. 5Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  6. 8Hyundai Elantra29 MPG $1,603
  7. 41Bentley Continental Flying Spur12 MPG $4,938
2010 ElantraOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

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Elantra MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Elantra		 Gas 26 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Elantra Blue		 Gas 26 MPG 35 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Elantra		 Gas 25 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Elantra Touring		 Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Elantra Touring		 Gas 23 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
98 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
306 g/mi

2010 Hyundai Elantra vs. rivals

vs Nissan Sentra 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Versa 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Versa saves $53/yr vs Saturn Aura 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Elantra saves $185/yr vs Ford Fusion 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Elantra saves $119/yr vs Mercury Milan 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Elantra saves $119/yr vs Toyota Camry Hybrid 34 MPG · $1,368/yr Camry Hybrid saves $236/yr vs Nissan Altima Hybrid 34 MPG · $1,368/yr Altima Hybrid saves $236/yr vs Mercury Milan Hybrid 39 MPG · $1,192/yr Milan Hybrid saves $411/yr vs Ford Fusion Hybrid 39 MPG · $1,192/yr Fusion Hybrid saves $411/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Hyundai Elantra?

Up to 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 26 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2010 Hyundai Elantra use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra?

The 2010 Hyundai Elantra's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2010 Hyundai Elantra per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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