2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 wins clearly, 98.7 to 68.2, on fuel & range, safety.
2025 Hyundai Elantra
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas midsize sedan with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Elantra Hybrid B…
2025 Polestar 2
The 2025 Polestar 2 is sold in the U.S. as a electric midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Whee…
2025 Polestar 2
Clear winThe Polestar 2 wins clearly, 98.7 to 68.2, on fuel & range, safety.
| Category · weight | 2025 Polestar 2overall 98.7 | 2025 Hyundai Elantraoverall 68.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 53.5 |
| Safetyw 4 | 97.8 | 79.3 |
| Space & cargow 2 | no data | no data |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 98.7 | 68.2 |
Polestar 2: model-level data · Hyundai Elantra: model-level data. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPPolestar 2
Top recalls
- minorBack Over Prevention25V615000 · 27,816 vehicles
- minorBack Over Prevention25V280000 · 27,816 vehicles
Hyundai Elantra
Top recalls
- criticalElectrical System26V308000 · 54,337 vehicles
- highAir Bags26V254000 · 2,931 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Polestar 2 | Hyundai Elantra | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — |
| Price range across trims | — | — |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Wheels) | Elantra Hybrid Blue |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 114 | 54 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $1,150 |
| EV range | 314 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Polestar 2 or the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
The Polestar 2 wins clearly, 98.7 to 68.2, on fuel & range, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Polestar 2 scores 98.7 and the 2025 Hyundai Elantra 68.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Polestar 2 or the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?
2025 Polestar 2: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 2 recalls. 2025 Hyundai Elantra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 2 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.