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2017 Hyundai Elantra

US · Midsize Cars

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra is listed in the US market 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) combined
2017 Hyundai Elantra
Exterior (Front)
Photo: MercurySable99 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI)
Combined Economy
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI)
Displacement1.4 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears6 to 7
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)
City22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km)
Highway30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

  • 17V213000: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.

    Reported March 28, 2017. View on NHTSA

  • 17V063000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

    Remedy: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this…

    Reported January 26, 2017. View on NHTSA

  • 16V956000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016, and Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016. In these vehicles, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the…

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this…

    Reported December 30, 2016. View on NHTSA

  • 16V232000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

    Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air…

    Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is…

    Reported April 21, 2016. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 5, 2026

Data verified: November 5, 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.

Related vehicles

  • 2016 Hyundai Elantra

    Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI) · FWD
    31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)

  • 2018 Hyundai Elantra

    Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
    35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra have?

Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra?

Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.