2022 Hyundai Elantra MPG
Across its 6 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2022 Hyundai Elantra returns 20–33 mpg city, 30–43 highway and 23–37 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 37 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive manages 23 mpg combined, 14 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 54 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2021 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra Hybrid Blue | 1.6 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 53 | 56 | 54 | Regular · 165 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra Hybrid | 1.6 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 49 | 52 | 50 | Regular · 177 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 43 | 37 | Regular · 244 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 41 | 35 | Regular · 257 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | Regular · 288 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 | Regular · 318 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra N | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium · 358 g CO₂/mi |
| Elantra N | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | Premium · 388 g CO₂/mi |
2022 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 2022 Hyundai Elantra costs about $1,770 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (37 mpg combined), or roughly 12 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (28 mpg combined) comes to about $2,330 a year, $570 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.
2022 Hyundai Elantra specs
The EPA lists 4 engine choices for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra: 1.6 L 4-cyl hybrid, 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0 L 4-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo. It came with automatic, continuously variable (CVT) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 1.6 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (AM-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.0 L | 4 | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.0 L turbo | 4 | Manual 6-spd; Automatic (AM-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2022 Hyundai Elantra problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 159 owner complaints about the 2022 Hyundai Elantra.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (17% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (13%) and seat belts (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 31 complaints a year: more than the 2021 (27 a year) and fewer than the 2023 (42 a year).
That ranks 6th of 17 Hyundai Elantra model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 159, 10 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 8 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 41 | 17% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 33 | 13% |
| Seat belts | 29 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 27 | 11% |
| Engine | 21 | 9% |
| Power train | 19 | 8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 12 | 5% |
| Lane departure | 11 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 11 | 4% |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 3% |
| Air bags | 5 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 2% |
| Steering | 5 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 2% |
| Structure | 3 | 1% |
| Wheels | 3 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | <1% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The vehicle's cruise control, which was set at 63 mph, set itself to 110 mph and began to accelerate before I turned it off. I reset the cruise control, and it happened again immediately afterwards.
Hyundai's forward collision warning light is on and won't allow me to use cruise control. I've tried cleaning the area, but still won't turn off. …
Teenage daughter was in seat belt. Laid over a little when she sat back up the seat belt tighten around her waist and would not release. …
2022 Hyundai Elantra recalls
The 2022 Hyundai Elantra has been the subject of 8 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 24V879000 from November 2024, concerns back over prevention.
Seat belts account for 3 of the 8 campaigns, more than any other area.
22V746000 · October 6, 2022 · Power train
Problem: The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary.
22V123000 · March 3, 2022 · Seat belts
Problem: In the event of a crash, the front passenger-side seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment.
Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Elantra years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V879000 | November 21, 2024 | Back over prevention | 2021–2022 |
| 24V528000 | July 11, 2024 | Gasoline fuel system | 2022–2023 |
| 23V589000 | August 18, 2023 | Vehicle speed control, Electrical system | 2021–2023 |
| 22V632000 | August 18, 2022 | Air bags | 2022–2023 |
| 22V354000 | May 19, 2022 | Seat belts | 2021–2022 |
| 22V218000 | April 1, 2022 | Seat belts | 2021–2022 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 3 versions of the 2022 Hyundai Elantra; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hybrid 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| N 4-door FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ |
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 2022 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2022 Nissan Sentra (33 mpg), 2022 Chevy Malibu (32 mpg) and 2022 Nissan Altima (32 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 35 | 252 | 31 | 1 |
| 2020 | 36 | 254 | 36 | 3 |
| 2021 | 54 | 162 | 27 | 7 |
| 2022 | 54 | 159 | 31 | 8 |
| 2023 | 54 | 170 | 42 | 4 |
| 2024 | 54 | 62 | 20 | 2 |
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Elantra a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2022 Hyundai Elantra has 31 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (6th most of 17 model years), 8 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 54 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2022 Elantra problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (41), forward collision avoidance (33) and seat belts (29). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2022 Elantra have?
NHTSA lists 8 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 2022 Elantra get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 23–37 mpg combined (20–33 city, 30–43 highway). The hybrid versions reach up to 54 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Elantra per year?
About $1,770 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,330 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).