Hyundai Elantra (2011–2016) dimensions
Generation MD
14′ 11″ (179.1″)455 cm long and 69.9″178 cm wide.
In a standard 2-car garage (20 ft6.1 m × 20 ft6.1 m)
Yes, it fits
60.9″155 cm to spare lengthwise
Uses the longest trim. Leave about 3 ft0.9 m to walk around the car.
Check your own garageFuel and efficiency
- Powertrains
- Gas
- Combined MPG
- 27–31
- Trunk (EPA)
- 23.0 cu ft651 L
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
Parking spaces
- Standard (9 ft2.7 m × 18 ft5.5 m)Yes, it fits · 36.9″94 cm
- Compact (8 ft2.4 m × 16 ft4.9 m)Tight fit · 12.9″33 cm
- Parallel (8 ft2.4 m × 22 ft6.7 m)Yes, it fits · 84.9″216 cm
Typical US sizes; your city’s code may differ.
| Length | 179.1″455 cm |
|---|---|
| Width | 69.9″178 cm |
| Height | 56.3″143 cm |
| Wheelbase | 106.3″270 cm |
| Ground clearance | 5.3″13 cm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo space | 14.8 cu ft419 L |
| Curb weight | 2,818 lb1,278 kg(up to 2,923 lb1,326 kg) |
Based on 15 trims, model years 2015–2016.
Quick answers
- How long is the Elantra?
- 14′ 11″ (179.1″)455 cm.
- Will the Elantra fit in a standard 2-car garage?
- Yes. A 20 ft deep garage leaves 60.9″155 cm of room, enough to walk around it. Check your own garage.
- Does it fit a standard parking space?
- Yes. A 9 × 18 ft space leaves 36.9″94 cm of length.
- Will it clear a 7 ft garage door?
- Yes. At 56.3″143 cm tall it clears a 7 ft door by 27.7″70 cm (without a roof box).
- How wide is it with mirrors?
- About 78.9″200 cm: 69.9″178 cm body width plus an estimated 9.0″23 cm for the mirrors (manufacturers don't publish it).
- How much does the Elantra cost?
- The 2016 Elantra starts at $17,250 (MSRP, before destination and taxes). See all trims and prices below.
- How far can the Elantra go on a full tank?
- About 400 miles (12.8-gallon tank, 31 MPG combined). Highway driving goes further, city driving less.
2016 Elantra prices and engines
The 2016 Elantra starts at $17,250 (SE FWD) and goes up to $21,700 (Limited).
| Trim | Engine | HP | Drive | Economy | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 1.8L I4 | 145 | FWD | 31 MPG | $17,250 |
| SE | 1.8L I4 | 145 | FWD | 32 MPG | $18,250 |
| Value Edition | 1.8L I4 | 145 | FWD | 32 MPG | $19,700 |
| Sport | 2.0L I4 | 173 | FWD | 28 MPG | $20,250 |
| Sport | 2.0L I4 | 173 | FWD | 28 MPG | $21,250 |
| Sport PZEV | 2.0L I4 | 166 | FWD | 28 MPG | $21,250 |
| Limited | 1.8L I4 | 145 | FWD | 31 MPG | $21,700 |
| Limited PZEV | 1.8L I4 | 145 | FWD | 31 MPG | $21,700 |
Manufacturer's suggested retail prices for the 2016 model year, before destination fees, taxes and options.




