Hyundai Elantra 2020–2023 car dimensions: 4675 mm long, 1825 mm wide and 1430 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,236 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard across the range. A 5-inch display comes on base grades while higher ones get a 7-inch or 8-inch touchscreen. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are standard from mid grades. Cruise control is standard. Forward collision avoidance with automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist are standard. Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert is available on most grades above base. A rearview camera with guidelines is standard. Parking sensors appear on higher trims in some markets.
Trunk volume is 14.4 cubic feet with seats up. The 60/40 split-folding rear seats expand the load area for longer items. The opening is wide with a low liftover.
Towing capacity reaches 1200 kg braked and 600 kg unbraked in markets where it is rated. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are listed for work use.
Front seats feel supportive and cushioned for long drives with good leg and head room. Higher grades add leather or leatherette surfaces plus power driver adjustment with lumbar. Dual-zone climate is common on mid and upper grades. The cabin uses mostly hard plastics but builds solidly with a modern wraparound dash layout. Rear space suits average adults though the sloping roof limits tall passenger headroom. Solar glass is standard across the range.
Gas models deliver strong EPA highway economy. hybrids reach higher combined figures.
Oil and filter service every 7,500 miles or 12 months under normal conditions.
NHTSA overall rating 4 stars. IIHS Top Safety Pick with optional equipment.
Standard SmartSense suite includes forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian detection, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, driver attention warning and high beam assist.
5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Fuel economy is a strong point for daily use. Gasoline versions with the 2.0-liter engine return solid city and highway numbers while the hybrid powertrain posts significantly higher combined ratings. Real-world highway cruising stays efficient for the class.
Routine servicing centers on oil and filter changes at the normal 7,500-mile or 12-month mark. Severe-duty driving shortens that interval. Hyundai’s long powertrain warranty rewards sticking to the published schedule and using the specified synthetic oil.
Crash protection earns a four-star NHTSA overall score and IIHS Top Safety Pick status when equipped with the available front crash prevention package and proper headlights. Six airbags, ABS, stability control and a full suite of standard driver-assistance systems form the core safety kit on most grades.
Living with the car is straightforward. Keep up with oil services, tire rotations and the occasional filter change. The warranty package and available connected services help with long-term ownership confidence.
Length 4675 mm, Width 1825 mm, Height 1430 mm, Wheelbase 2720 mm (Elantra 2020–2023)
Sources: manufacturer data, Hyundai worldwide e-brochure, auto-data.net and other published specs.