The 2022 Elantra Hybrid demonstrates Hyundai’s commitment to expanding its eco-focused lineup of products. Its dramatic exterior and high-tech interior both succeed at getting a strong emotional response from customers. But the Elantra Hybrid still prioritizes fuel economy, with an impressive EPA rating of up to 54 mpg combined.
“We thank the editors at Motor1.com for this award. Based on research, we know that fuel economy remains a top purchase consideration,” said Ricky Lao, director of Product Planning, Hyundai Motor North America. “The Elantra Hybrid delivers up to 54 mpg combined to meet their demands while delivering a striking design and advanced technologies.”
“It was difficult to select just one winner from this group of competitors, but the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid ended up offering the best blend of creature comforts, driving competence, economical motoring, and aggressive pricing to get the nod,” said Motor1.com Senior Editor Brett Evans.
Test Criteria for the 2021 Motor1.com Star Awards Motor1.com’s first annual Star Awards considers all new vehicles that have been rated by its team of expert editors. Using a Star Rating system, Motor1.com chose finalists for eight awards (Best Adventure Vehicle, Best Electric Vehicle, Best Family Vehicle, Best Luxury Vehicle, Best Performance Vehicle, Best Truck, Best Value, and Editors’ Choice). The final roster of finalists included 17 different vehicles from 12 different automakers.
Motor1.com gathered the contestants for a week of in-person testing in Santa Clarita, California, spending time on the country roads, at Willow Springs International Motorsports Park, and on dusty mountain trails gathering impressions of each product. The team’s expert editors discussed the pros and cons of each product before voting for winners in each category.
Motor1.com’s Comments
The Elantra instantly wins points for having some of the most exuberant styling at its price point (or any other, for that matter). The appearance may not be for everyone, but inside and out, the Elantra is one-of-a-kind, though interior plastics could be better. It backs up the techno styling with one of the best infotainment and active safety suites on the market, and our Limited tester boasts heated and ventilated front seats among many other creature comforts. The supremely efficient hybrid powertrain is torquey too, with 195 pound-feet on tap to make stoplight getaways and quick merges a breeze.
Put simply, Hyundai’s compact car offers everything a value-oriented customer would need, as well as many extras that might have been unaffordable before. Starting at less than $25,000, the base Elantra Hybrid Blue achieves 50-plus miles per gallon, and its standard heated seats, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision prevention, and wild styling help set it apart from other compact cars. Then, for only about $4,000 more, our Limited tester features a long list of luxury and convenience features in addition to excellent fuel economy.
Those added perks include a digital instrument cluster and a larger infotainment display – both of which measure 10.3 inches – as well as a power sunroof, ventilated seats, adaptive cruise control, and LED headlights.
Further improving its value proposition is a secure, comfortable on-the-road experience. The Limited’s standard Highway Driving Assist technology reduces fatigue by helping centre the vehicle in the lane and maintain a safe distance from leading vehicles, even in heavy traffic or on gentle curves. And a funky interior design and ample space help keep passengers happy on long trips.
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