2017 Hyundai Elantra MPG
The 2017 Hyundai Elantra gets 22–32 mpg in the city and 30–40 on the highway (25–35 combined), across the 6 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 1.4-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 35 mpg combined. At the other end, the 1.6-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive manages 25 mpg combined, 10 mpg less. That is 4 mpg better than the best gasoline 2016 version (31 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra | 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 40 | 35 | Regular · 256 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra SE | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 272 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 37 | 32 | Regular · 282 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 36 | 29 | Regular · 301 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 33 | 29 | Regular · 305 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Regular · 356 g CO₂/mi |
2017 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 2017 Hyundai Elantra costs about $1,870 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (35 mpg combined), or roughly 12 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (25 mpg combined) comes to about $2,610 a year, $750 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.
2017 Hyundai Elantra specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra: 2.0 L 4-cyl, 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo and 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo. It came with automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Midsize Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L | 4 | Automatic (S6); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 1.6 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (AM7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 1.4 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (AM7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2017 Hyundai Elantra problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 769 owner complaints about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra.
Engine is the most-reported area (27% of component mentions), followed by structure (12%) and electrical system (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 76 complaints a year: more than the 2016 (26 a year) and the 2018 (31 a year).
That ranks 2nd of 17 Hyundai Elantra model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 769, 37 mention a crash, 6 a fire and 19 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 290 | 27% |
| Structure | 134 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 131 | 12% |
| Electrical system | 112 | 10% |
| Steering | 71 | 7% |
| Power train | 62 | 6% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 53 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 45 | 4% |
| Air bags | 32 | 3% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 24 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 23 | 2% |
| Wheels | 14 | 1% |
| Suspension | 13 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 9 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 8 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | <1% |
| Tires | 5 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Seats | 2 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility | 2 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
I leased my 2017 Hyundai Elantra new in July 2016 and later purchased it. As of September 2026, it has approximately 77,000 miles. …
All four rear/side door latch mechanisms have exhibited intermittent failure to release the door from the interior and/or exterior handle. Repeated operation or increased force can sometimes cause the door to release. …
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. …
2017 Hyundai Elantra recalls
The 2017 Hyundai Elantra has been the subject of 4 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 17V213000 from March 2017, concerns steering.
Air bags account for 2 of the 4 campaigns, more than any other area.
17V213000 · March 28, 2017 · Steering
Problem: The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge.
17V063000 · January 26, 2017 · Hydraulic service brakes
Problem: In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge.
16V956000 · December 30, 2016 · Air bags
Problem: In these vehicles, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.
Risk: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge.
16V232000 · April 21, 2016 · Air bags
Problem: In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulting in the second stage not deploying in certain crashes. The primary stage will deploy as intended.
Risk: An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge.
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 4-door FWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2017 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2017 Honda Civic (36 mpg), 2017 Toyota Corolla (34 mpg) and 2017 Nissan Sentra (32 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 31 | 386 | 30 | 2 |
| 2015 | 31 | 262 | 22 | 3 |
| 2016 | 31 | 293 | 26 | 2 |
| 2017 | 35 | 769 | 76 | 4 |
| 2018 | 35 | 284 | 31 | 0 |
| 2019 | 35 | 252 | 31 | 1 |
| 2020 | 36 | 254 | 36 | 3 |
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Elantra a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2017 Hyundai Elantra has 76 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (2nd most of 17 model years), 4 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 35 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2017 Elantra problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (290), structure (134) and electrical system (112). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2017 Elantra have?
NHTSA lists 4 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 2017 Elantra get?
The EPA rates the versions at 25–35 mpg combined (22–32 city, 30–40 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Elantra per year?
About $1,870 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,610 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).