2014 Hyundai Elantra MPG
EPA ratings for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra run from 24–27 mpg in town to 33–37 on the highway, or 27–31 combined, depending on which of its 6 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 31 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 27 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg lower than the best gasoline 2013 version (32 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | Regular · 285 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra Limited | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 | Regular · 290 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 | Regular · 290 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 34 | 28 | Regular · 319 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | Regular · 321 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra Coupe | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | Regular · 322 g CO₂/mi |
2014 Hyundai Elantra fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2014 Hyundai Elantra costs about $2,110 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (31 mpg combined), or roughly 14 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (27 mpg combined) comes to about $2,420 a year, $310 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2014 Hyundai Elantra specs
2014 Hyundai Elantra buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 1.8 L 4-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl. It came with automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a midsize car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L | 4 | Automatic 6-spd; Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.0 L | 4 | Automatic 6-spd; Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2014 Hyundai Elantra problems
Owners have filed 386 complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Elantra with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Engine is the most-reported area (30% of component mentions), followed by electrical system (8%) and hydraulic service brakes (8%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 30 complaints a year: fewer than the 2013 (93 a year) and more than the 2015 (22 a year).
That ranks 9th of 17 Hyundai Elantra model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 386, 35 mention a crash, 16 a fire and 23 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 166 | 30% |
| Electrical system | 47 | 8% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 46 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 46 | 8% |
| Service brakes | 41 | 7% |
| Air bags | 32 | 6% |
| Steering | 28 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 27 | 5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 22 | 4% |
| Power train | 22 | 4% |
| Suspension | 14 | 3% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 12 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 10 | 2% |
| Structure | 10 | 2% |
| Wheels | 8 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 6 | 1% |
| Tires | 4 | <1% |
| Visibility | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 2 | <1% |
| Firerelated | 1 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Seats | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owned a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off with the contact seated inside the vehicle, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. …
Vehicle Information: 2014 Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan, 4-Cylinder, 6-Speed Automatic, FWD Build Location: USA-Built Version (Montgomery, AL - VIN '5NP') Ownership: Second owner, purchased Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) from the Hyundai of New Port Richey dealer (Florida) in March 2016. …
The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard, and the brakes made abnormal grinding sounds. …
2014 Hyundai Elantra recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra.
The most recent, campaign 23V651000 from September 2023, concerns hydraulic service brakes.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Elantra years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V651000 | September 22, 2023 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2011–2015 |
| 17V769000 | November 30, 2017 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2013–2014 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2014 Hyundai Elantra; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Hyundai Elantras can be compared fairly. Among other 2014 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2014 Nissan Altima (31 mpg), 2014 Honda Accord (30 mpg) and 2014 Chevy Malibu (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 32 | 433 | 27 | 5 |
| 2012 | 32 | 654 | 43 | 4 |
| 2013 | 32 | 1,314 | 93 | 4 |
| 2014 | 31 | 386 | 30 | 2 |
| 2015 | 31 | 262 | 22 | 3 |
| 2016 | 31 | 293 | 26 | 2 |
| 2017 | 35 | 769 | 76 | 4 |
Every Hyundai Elantra model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Elantra a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2014 Hyundai Elantra has 30 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (9th most of 17 model years), 2 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 31 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2014 Elantra problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (166), electrical system (47) and hydraulic service brakes (46). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2014 Elantra have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Elantra get?
The EPA rates the versions at 27–31 mpg combined (24–27 city, 33–37 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Elantra per year?
About $2,110 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,420 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).