2010 Hyundai Elantra
US · Wagon · Small Station Wagons
The 2010 Hyundai Elantra is listed in the US market as a wagon with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
20V061000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Elantra and 2009-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. On February 21, 2020 Hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 Entourage and 2007 Santa Fe vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020. Owners may contact…
Reported February 4, 2020. View on NHTSA
15V100000: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Elantra vehicles manufactured June 1, 2008, to April 30, 2010, and 2009-2010 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured November 1, 2008, to April 30, 2010. The electronic power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may sense a discrepancy in the steering input signals and, as a result, disable the steering power assist.
Remedy: Hyundai will verify the proper operation of the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and update the EPS control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's…
Reported February 23, 2015. View on NHTSA
13V113000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and…
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
Reported April 1, 2013. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2010 Hyundai Elantra have?
2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Hyundai Elantra?
Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2010 Hyundai Elantra front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.