Hyundai Elantra performance summary
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra makes 147 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 9.5s, about 8.9s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 16.97s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 19% of the cars in our database, with more power than 19% of them and a higher top speed than 34%. That works out to roughly 125 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Hyundai Elantra ranks against 1,483 cars
Hyundai Elantra vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 147 | 9.5s | 200 km/h | 16.97s |
| Mitsubishi Colt CZC Convertible | 147 | 9.5s | 200 km/h | 16.97s |
| Peugeot 208 Allure Premium | 130 | 9.5s | 200 km/h | 16.97s |
| Nissan 280ZX | 145 | 9.5s | 205 km/h | 16.96s |
| Peugeot 5008 | 165 | 9.5s | 200 km/h | 16.97s |
| Nissan Primera | 140 | 9.6s | 200 km/h | 17.04s |
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Hyundai Elantra FAQ
What is the Hyundai Elantra 0-60 mph time?
The Hyundai Elantra does 0-60 mph in about 8.9s, based on its 9.5s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Hyundai Elantra?
The listed top speed is 124 mph, or 200 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Hyundai Elantra have?
The Hyundai Elantra is listed at 147 hp with 250 Nm of torque.
What is the Hyundai Elantra quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Hyundai Elantra quarter-mile at 16.97s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Hyundai Elantra?
Similar performance rivals include Mitsubishi Colt CZC Convertible, Peugeot 208 Allure Premium, Nissan 280ZX.