Compare the2025 Hyundai Elantra HybridVS 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

Safety
Warranty
Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Brakes and Stopping
Suspension and Handling
Chassis
Passenger Space
Cargo Capacity
Ergonomics
Recommendations

Safety

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In the past twenty years hundreds of infants and young children have died after being left in vehicles, usually by accident. When turning the vehicle off, drivers of the Elantra Hybrid are reminded to check the back seat if they opened the rear door before starting out. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer a back seat reminder.

The Elantra Hybrid has a standard blind spot warning system that uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them and moves the vehicle back into its lane. A system to reveal vehicles in the Corolla Hybrid’s blind spot costs extra.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the Elantra Hybrid has standard Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist automatically engages the brakes to help avoid a collision. Toyota charges extra for Rear Cross-Traffic Alert on the Corolla Hybrid and the Corolla Hybrid’s Rear Cross-Traffic Alert does not include automatic braking.

Both the Elantra Hybrid and the Corolla Hybrid have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, front wheel drive, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, rearview cameras, driver alert monitors and available rear parking sensors.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid is safer than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
	Driver
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	142	187
Neck Injury Risk	21%	27%
Leg Forces (l/r)	66/48 lbs.	330/310 lbs.

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety does 40 MPH moderate front offset crash tests on new cars. In this updated test, results indicate that the Elantra Hybrid is much safer than the Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	MARGINAL
Structure	GOOD	GOOD
	Driver Injury Measures
Head/Neck Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Chest Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Thigh/hip Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Leg/foot Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Restraints	GOOD	GOOD
	Rear Passenger Injury Measures
Head/Neck Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Thigh Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Restraints	GOOD	MARGINAL

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid is safer than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
	Front Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
HIC	83	92
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Hip Force	355 lbs.	635 lbs.
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Max Damage Depth	11 inches	13 inches
HIC	184	254

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Side impacts caused 23% of all road fatalities in 2018, down from 29% in 2003, when the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety introduced its side barrier test. In order to continue improving vehicle safety, the IIHS has started using a more severe side impact test: 37 MPH (up from 31 MPH), with a 4180-pound barrier (up from 3300 pounds). The results of this newly developed test demonstrates that the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Sedan is safer than the Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Structure	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
	Driver Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Neck Compression	-134 lbs.	134 lbs.
Torso	ACCEPTABLE	ACCEPTABLE
Torso Max Deflection	1.26 in	1.61 in
Pelvis	ACCEPTABLE	MARGINAL
Pelvis Force	1093 lbs.	1339 lbs.
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD
	Passenger Injury Measures
Neck Compression	-156 lbs.	89 lbs.
Shoulder Deflection	1.18 in	1.38 in
Shoulder Force	178 lbs.	312 lbs.
Pelvis	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Pelvis Force	558 lbs.	1026 lbs.
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD

The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Sedan (Built after October 2024) has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest rating of “Top Safety Pick Plus” for the 2025 model year. This distinction is based on its exceptional performance in IIHS’ rigorous battery of safety tests. Specifically, it earned a “Good” rating in the latest, more stringent moderate overlap front crash test, a “Good” result in the updated side impact test, and a “Good” score in the revised pedestrian crash prevention test. The Corolla Hybrid is not even a standard “Top Safety Pick” for 2025.

Warranty

The Elantra Hybrid comes with a full 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The Corolla Hybrid’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 2 years or 24,000 miles sooner.

Hyundai’s powertrain warranty covers the Elantra Hybrid 5 years and 40,000 miles longer than Toyota covers the Corolla Hybrid. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Coverage on the Corolla Hybrid ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

The Elantra Hybrid’s corrosion warranty is 2 years longer than the Corolla Hybrid’s (7 vs. 5 years).

Hyundai pays for scheduled maintenance on the Elantra Hybrid for 1 year and 11000 miles longer than Toyota pays for maintenance for the Corolla Hybrid (3/36,000 vs. 2/25000).

Reliability

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2024 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Hyundai vehicles are better in initial quality than Toyota vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Hyundai third in initial quality, above the industry average. With 30 more problems per 100 vehicles, Toyota is ranked 17th.

Engine

The Elantra Hybrid’s 1.6 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid produces 1 more horsepower (139 vs. 138) and 90 lbs.-ft. more torque (195 vs. 105) than the Corolla Hybrid’s 1.8 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid.

As tested in Motor Trend the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid is faster than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
Zero to 60 MPH	8.7 sec	9.7 sec
Quarter Mile	16.6 sec	17.1 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	83.8 MPH	77 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

On the EPA test cycle the Elantra Hybrid gets better mileage than the Corolla Hybrid:

			MPG
Elantra Hybrid
	FWD	Blue 1.6 4-cyl. Hybrid	51 city/58 hwy
		Limited 1.6 4-cyl. Hybrid	49 city/52 hwy
Corolla Hybrid
	FWD	LE/XLE 1.8 4-cyl. Hybrid	53 city/46 hwy
		SE/Nightshade 1.8 4-cyl. Hybrid	50 city/43 hwy
	AWD	LE 1.8 4-cyl. Hybrid	51 city/44 hwy
		SE/Nightshade 1.8 4-cyl. Hybrid	47 city/41 hwy

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the Elantra Hybrid’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
Front Rotors	11 inches	10.8 inches
Rear Rotors	10.3 inches	10.2 inches

The Elantra Hybrid stops much shorter than the Corolla Hybrid:

	Elantra Hybrid	Corolla Hybrid
60 to 0 MPH	127 feet	142 feet	Consumer Reports
60 to 0 MPH (Wet)	131 feet	148 feet	Consumer Reports

Suspension and Handling

The Elantra Hybrid has vehicle speed sensitive variable-assist power steering, for low-effort parking, better control at highway speeds and during hard cornering, and a better feel of the road. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer variable-assist power steering.

For better handling and stability, the average track (width between the wheels) on the Elantra Hybrid is 2 inches wider in the front and 1.7 inches wider in the rear than the track on the Corolla Hybrid.

The Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan handles at .85 G’s, while the Corolla Hybrid LE pulls only .77 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The Elantra Hybrid Limited Sedan executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1.9 seconds quicker than the Corolla Hybrid LE (27.2 seconds @ .63 average G’s vs. 29.1 seconds @ .54 average G’s).

Chassis

The design of the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid amounts to more than styling. The Elantra Hybrid has an aerodynamic coefficient of drag of .28 Cd. That is lower than the Corolla Hybrid (.31) and many sports cars. A more efficient exterior helps keep the interior quieter and helps the Elantra Hybrid get better fuel mileage.

Passenger Space

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the Elantra Hybrid a Mid-size car, while the Corolla Hybrid is rated a Compact.

The Elantra Hybrid has 10.8 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Corolla Hybrid (99.4 vs. 88.6).

The Elantra Hybrid has 2.3 inches more front headroom, .3 inches more front legroom, 2.5 inches more front shoulder room, .2 inches more rear headroom, 3.2 inches more rear legroom and 3.9 inches more rear shoulder room than the Corolla Hybrid.

Cargo Capacity

The Elantra Hybrid Sedan has a much larger trunk than the Corolla Hybrid (14.2 vs. 13.1 cubic feet).

To make loading groceries and cargo easier when your hands are full, the Elantra Hybrid’s trunk can be opened just by waiting momentarily behind the back bumper, leaving your hands completely free. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer a hands-free gesture to open its trunk, forcing you to put cargo down if your hands are full.

Ergonomics

When two different drivers share the Elantra Hybrid Limited, the memory seats and mirrors make it convenient for both. Each setting activates different, customized memories for the driver’s seat position and outside mirror angle. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer a memory system.

The Elantra Hybrid Limited’s standard Seat Easy Access glides the driver’s seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The Elantra Hybrid has a standard Proximity Key that allows you to unlock the doors from either front door handle, open the trunk, and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. The Smart Key System costs extra on the Corolla Hybrid.

The Elantra Hybrid’s driver power window, power lock and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The Corolla Hybrid’s power window (except driver window) and power lock switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

The Elantra Hybrid’s variable intermittent wipers have an adjustable delay to allow the driver to choose a setting that best clears the windshield during light rain or mist. The Corolla Hybrid LE’s standard fixed intermittent wipers only have one fixed delay setting, so the driver will have to manually switch them between slow and intermittent.

The Elantra Hybrid’s optional rear view mirror has an automatic dimming feature. This mirror can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on it, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer the luxury of an automatic dimming rear view mirror.

Standard air-conditioned seats in the Elantra Hybrid Limited keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

The Elantra Hybrid’s standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won’t have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. The Corolla Hybrid doesn’t offer dual zone air conditioning.

Compared to the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid eliminates the need for separate garage door openers and associated risks of losing, breaking, or having dead batteries with its optional integrated Homelink® universal remote controlled from the rear view mirror.

Recommendations

Consumer Reports® recommends both the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, based on reliability, safety and performance.

A group of representative automotive journalists from North America selected the Elantra as the 2021 North American Car of the Year. The Corolla Hybrid has never been chosen.

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