DecodedCarsHyundai models
23 Hyundai models since 2005 · 303 recall campaigns on file.
Current models
Hyundai Elantra
2005–2026 · 54 MPG · Midsize Cars
Hyundai Tucson
2005–2026 · 38 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Santa Fe
2005–2027 · 36 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Kona
2018–2027 · 31 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Ioniq 5
2022–2027 · 318 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Sonata
2005–2027 · 51 MPG · Large Cars
Hyundai Palisade
2020–2027 · 34 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Venue
2020–2027 · 31 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Ioniq 6
2023–2027 · 245 mi · Midsize Cars
Hyundai Santa Cruz
2022–2027 · 25 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Ioniq 9
2026–2027 · 335 mi · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai Nexo
2019–2026 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Hyundai at a glance
We have 23 Hyundai models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2027; 12 are on sale now: Elantra, Tucson, Santa Fe, Kona, Ioniq 5, Sonata, Palisade and Venue and more.
The current lineup is made up of 9 SUVs and 3 cars.
The Hyundai Elantra is the most fuel-efficient at 54 MPG combined in its best version, while the Hyundai Santa Cruz is the thirstiest at 25 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the Hyundai Ioniq 9, with up to 335 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched Hyundai right now is the Elantra (22,416 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the Tucson and Santa Fe.
Across all models and years there are 303 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The Hyundai Santa Fe has the most (48), and the Hyundai Sonata has collected the most owner complaints (12,233).
On average, the best version of each current model returns 38 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the Accent (last sold 2022), Veloster (last sold 2022), Ioniq (last sold 2022), Azera (last sold 2017) and Genesis (last sold 2016).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the engine, electrical system and power train.
Its longest-running model in our data is the Santa Fe, with model years from 2005 to 2027.
Its current EVs average 299 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Five stars overall in their latest NHTSA test: Elantra, Tucson, Ioniq 5, Sonata, Palisade and Ioniq 6.
Every Hyundai model in one line
→ The 2026 Hyundai Elantra is a midsize car offered with 4 engines (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive. It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,725 lb (4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl turbo and 2.5L 4-cyl), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive. It measures about 182 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,468 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl turbo and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 190 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,442 lb.
→ The 2026 Hyundai Kona is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl and 1.6L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 171 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,203 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 183 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,968 lb (4dr Hatch RWD).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Sonata is a large car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 193 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,534 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl turbo and 3.5L 6-cyl), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. EPA rates its most efficient version at 34 MPG combined (33 city / 35 highway), 57% better than the 2026 standard SUV average of 21.7 MPG, for an estimated $1,950 a year in fuel.
→ The 2026 Hyundai Venue is a small SUV offered with a 1.6L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive. It measures about 159 inches long and 70 inches wide on a 99-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,648 lb.
→ The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a midsize car powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 191 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,462 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway), 17% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
→ The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a standard SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 199 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,747 lb (Preferred AWD 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Hyundai Nexo is a small SUV and front-wheel drive. There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 2005–2026 | 54 MPG | 40 | 6,093 |
| Hyundai Tucson | 2005–2026 | 38 MPG | 29 | 6,360 |
| Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005–2027 | 36 MPG | 48 | 6,809 |
| Hyundai Kona | 2018–2027 | 31 MPG | 15 | 975 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 2022–2027 | 318 mi | 14 | 979 |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2005–2027 | 51 MPG | 47 | 12,233 |
| Hyundai Palisade | 2020–2027 | 34 MPG | 16 | 2,503 |
| Hyundai Venue | 2020–2027 | 31 MPG | 4 | 145 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 2023–2027 | 245 mi | 6 | 131 |
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | 2022–2027 | 25 MPG | 9 | 325 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 9 | 2026–2027 | 335 mi | 3 | 37 |
| Hyundai Nexo | 2019–2026 | – | 5 | 22 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent | 2006–2022 | 36 MPG | 11 | 845 |
| Hyundai Genesis | 2009–2016 | 22 MPG | 16 | 1,144 |
| Hyundai Veloster | 2012–2022 | 25 MPG | 12 | 1,220 |
| Hyundai Equus | 2011–2016 | 18 MPG | 3 | 84 |
| Hyundai Ioniq | 2017–2022 | 59 MPG | 7 | 179 |
| Hyundai Accent/Brio | 2005 | 28 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Hyundai Azera | 2006–2017 | 23 MPG | 8 | 428 |
| Hyundai Entourage | 2007–2011 | 21 MPG | 4 | 129 |
| Hyundai Tiburon | 2005–2008 | 23 MPG | 1 | 32 |
| Hyundai Veracruz | 2007–2012 | 19 MPG | 5 | 496 |
| Hyundai XG | 2005 | 19 MPG | 0 | 47 |