2026 Hyundai Elantra vs 2026 Kia K4
The Hyundai Elantra wins clearly, 94.5 to 77, on fuel & range, safety.
2026 Hyundai Elantra
The 2026 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…
2026 Kia K4
The 2026 Kia K4 is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the K4 4DR w/ DMS, is EPA-rated at 33 mp…
2026 Hyundai Elantra
Clear winThe Hyundai Elantra wins clearly, 94.5 to 77, on fuel & range, safety.
| Category · weight | 2026 Kia K4overall 77 | 2026 Hyundai Elantraoverall 94.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 60.7 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 89.2 | 90.3 |
| 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 | 77 | 94.5 |
Kia K4: 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, NCAPKia K4
Top recalls
- highSeat Belts26V135000 · 14,870 vehicles
Hyundai Elantra
Top recalls
- criticalElectrical System26V308000 · 54,337 vehicles
- highAir Bags26V254000 · 2,931 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Kia K4 | Hyundai Elantra | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — |
| Price range across trims | — | — |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | K4 4DR w/ DMS | Elantra Hybrid Blue |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 33 | 54 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,900 | $1,150 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Kia K4 or the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
The Hyundai Elantra wins clearly, 94.5 to 77, on fuel & range, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Hyundai Elantra scores 94.5 and the 2026 Kia K4 77. 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 2026 Kia K4 or the 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
2026 Kia K4: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 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.