Head-to-head
2026 Hyundai Elantra vs 2026 Toyota Camry
The Hyundai Elantra edges it, 95 to 89.6, on price, safety, fuel & range. The Toyota Camry is ahead on performance and space & cargo.
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Verdict · default weights
2026 Hyundai Elantra
Slight edgeThe Hyundai Elantra edges it, 95 to 89.6, on price, safety, fuel & range. The Toyota Camry is ahead on performance and space & cargo.
Price 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads by 21.6
Safety 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads by 9.3
Performance 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 14.5
| Category · weight | 2026 Hyundai Elantraoverall 95 | 2026 Toyota Camryoverall 89.6 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 78.4 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 95.6 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 87.4 | 78.1 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 97 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 85.2 | 99.7 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 98.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 95 | 89.6 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Hyundai Elantra: base trim SE FWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Hyundai Elantra wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (4 against 144 filed with NHTSA).
- It starts $6,275 lower ($22,825 against $29,100 base MSRP).
- It is rated 54 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers
- It makes 184 hp against 147.
- It turns out 163 lb-ft of torque against 132.
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
- 38 in of rear legroom.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,825 | $29,100 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,999 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.892 | — |
| Transmission type | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 55.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 185 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 71.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.2 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 114 cu-ft | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.6 in | 38.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.3 in | 37.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.3 in | 42.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2,868 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2,725 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3,858 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) | Electric Power Steering rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.7 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Mechanical Cable (Hand lever) | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 15 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6 in | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 195/65R15 | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.6 in | 55.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
138 features · differences first, then sharedSafety33 differ · 38 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA - camera only) w/ Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Warning (BCW) w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCA) | std | — |
| Advanced dual front airbags w/ Occupant Classification System (OCS) | std | — |
| Driver and Front Passenger Side-impact (2) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) & Lane Following Assist (LFA) | std | — |
| Side Air Curtains (front and rear passengers) (2) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) & High Beam Assist (HBA) | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| Automatic High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Brake Hold | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Cruise control | std | — |
| Eight airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | — | std |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Safe Exit Warning & Rear Occupant Alert | std | — |
| Smart Pedal | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | std | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | std | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | std | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | std | std |
Infotainment19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| 8-inch Display Audio system with 6 speakers, High Resolution Touchscreen with rearview camera with Dynamic Guidance, AM/FM / HD/ AM/FM/HD/ Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System with Voice Recognition | std | — |
| 2 Rear USB-C charge | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| Audio Controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode) | std | — |
| Bluetooth® hands-free phone system with Voice Recognition | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Dual USB ports (1 USB charge + data, 1 USB-C charge) | std | — |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| In-glass AM/FM antenna | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Speed-sensitive automatic volume control | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
Convenience10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | opt |
| 12-volt Outlet below HVAC controls | std | — |
| Convenience Package — includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener, Smart Key System on front doors, and power-adjustable driver's seat | — | opt |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, trunk-release functions, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power Door Locks (ignition key reminder, 2-turn unlocking, inside handle override) | std | — |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | std |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Power Windows with Driver's auto-down, illuminated power window switches | std | — |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| Manual Air Conditioning | std | — |
Seating8 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support | — | opt |
| Heated front seats | — | opt |
| 1-piece bench folding rear seatback with fixed center headrest and outer headrests | std | — |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | std | opt |
| Cold Weather Package — includes heated leather steering wheel and heated front seats | — | opt |
| Front Passenger slide/recline | std | — |
| Premium cloth seating surfaces | std | — |
| Seat folding release in trunk | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | std | std |
Interior21 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| 4.2-inch color (TFT-LCD) | std | — |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | — | opt |
| 7-in. digital gauge cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| Auto Dimming Mirror with Homelink | opt | — |
| Cargo Area Light | std | — |
| Central Dome Light (with Delay) | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Door scuff - Step Plate (plastic) | std | — |
| Front Map Lights | std | — |
| Front seatback pockets | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with paddle shifters | — | opt |
| Shift Knob - Urethane | std | — |
| Tilt and Telescopic steering wheel | std | — |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Urethane steering wheel | std | — |
| Carpeted Floor Mats | std | — |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
| Trip Computer (Distance to Empty, Average Fuel Consumption, Average Vehicle Speed, Elapsed time) | std | — |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | std | std |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | std |
Exterior25 differ · 27 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | — | opt |
| Dual LED Projector Headlights | std | — |
| 16-in. 10-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels | — | std |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| Bulb Rear Taillights | std | — |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| Dual Power, Two-Tone outside mirrors (Body color top + Black bottom) | std | — |
| Front Windshield 2-speed intermittent, mist function wipers | std | — |
| Grille - Black | std | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Single exhaust | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Window Belt Moldings - Black | std | — |
| Automatic Headlamp Control | std | — |
| Rear Seat Heater Ducts and Rear Window Defroster | std | — |
| Solar Glass | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | std | std |
Powertrain5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Configuration: FWD | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select: Normal / Sport / Smart | std | — |
| Idle, Stop & Go | std | — |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
| Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | std | — |
Chassis5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) | std | — |
| Coupled Torsion Beam Axle rear suspension | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut front suspension | std | — |
| Mechanical Cable Parking Brake | std | — |
| Unibody construction with High Tensile Steel | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHyundai Elantra
Safety Signal 68 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 4 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 4 · 0 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Wheels (1), Air Bags (1), Unspecified (1)
Top recalls
- critical Electrical System 26V308000 · 54,337 vehicles
- high Wheels 26V693000 · 17 vehicles
- high Suspension 26V692000 · 24 vehicles
- high Air Bags 26V254000 · 2,931 vehicles
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 74 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 144 · 13 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Hybrid Propulsion System (42), Unspecified (26), Power Train (20)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Hyundai ElantraSE FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $22,825 (base trim) | $29,100 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $22,825 – $40,950 14 trims | $29,100 – $37,025 10 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Elantra Hybrid Blue | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 54 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,250 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Hyundai Elantra or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The Hyundai Elantra edges it, 95 to 89.6, on price, safety, fuel & range. The Toyota Camry is ahead on performance and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Hyundai Elantra scores 95 and the 2026 Toyota Camry 89.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Hyundai Elantra or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra starts lower — $22,825 against $29,100, a gap of $6,275 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Hyundai Elantra or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
2026 Hyundai Elantra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 4 recalls. 2026 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Hyundai Elantra and the 2026 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2026 Hyundai Elantra wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (4 against 144 filed with NHTSA), starts $6,275 lower ($22,825 against $29,100 base MSRP), and is rated 54 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers: it makes 184 hp against 147 and turns out 163 lb-ft of torque against 132. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars, 5 seats, and 38 in of rear legroom.