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Hyundai sedans are some of the most popular models on the streets of Farmington Hills, Ann Arbor, and Southfield, MI. When you’re thinking about upgrading or making a change, they have a stellar lineup available for you, but you could be having a hard time choosing between the Elantra and the Sonata. Which is right for your driving needs? Feldman Hyundai of New Hudson is here to help you find out.

Below, we present you with our handy 2021 Hyundai Sonata vs. Hyundai Elantra comparison. This will help you see these two models side by side, allowing you to make an educated decision. Which one will you be dreaming about being behind the wheel of? Let’s find out!

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Hyundai Sonata vs Elantra: Performance

No matter which Hyundai sedan you choose, be prepared for an optimal performance that is sure to take your commutes to the next level. However, since they do differ slightly, their performance specs may help in making that final decision.

The 2021 Elantra is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder inline engine, which generates 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque; your drives are backed by strength, making highway or city travels fun and easy. For those who seek more power, the Elantra also offers a larger powertrain that will afford you 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque.

The 2021 Hyundai Sonata, on the other hand, offers three engine options: a standard 191-horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder and an available 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder that produces 180 horsepower are the most common. However, the Sonata also offers a 2.5L turbo 4-cylinder engine that offers a more robust performance, coming ready to pump out 290 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque.

You’ll also find a difference when it comes to these sedans’ transmissions. The Elantra comes stocked with a SmartstreamÒ Intelligent Variable Transmission, while the Sonata comes with an 8-speed automatic. Both are automatic transmissions, but the Intelligent Variable Transmission works to continually optimize your gear ratios rather than using set ones the way a regular automatic would.

On top of their engines and transmissions, both Hyundai models come standardly equipped with Drive Mode Select technology to enhance your performance. In exploring the Elantra, you’ll get slightly more customizability with selectable Normal, Sport, and Smart modes.

Sonata vs Elantra: Which Has Better MPG?

With either the 2021 Hyundai Sonata or the 2021 Hyundai Elantra on your side, you’re going to find yourself cruising right past the gas station instead of stopping in to fill up your tank. However, since the configurations differ in these Hyundai sedans, the estimated fuel economy differs, too.

The Sonata comes equipped with a 14.8-gallon fuel tank and presents you with an EPA-estimated efficiency of 28 city/38 highway MPG when equipped with the standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine under the hood. This is a great fuel economy for transitioning between city and highway driving, offering a well-balanced combination.¹

Even with its high-powered engine option under the hood, the Sonata still presents excellent fuel economy standards. The larger Sonata engine will still earn up to an EPA-estimated 27 city/37 highway MPG.¹

The Hyundai Elantra offers slightly elevated efficiency, with EPA estimates coming in at 33 city/43 highway MPG.² Additionally, this model has a 12.4-gallon fuel tank. Depending on where you drive might be the deciding factor in this race between Hyundai sedans.

Interior Comfort: Dimensions & Options

As traditional sedans, both the 2021 Hyundai Sonata and the 2021 Hyundai Elantra offer five spacious seats inside the cabin. However, the Sonata is slightly larger, giving passengers a little more wiggle room inside the cabin, as you’ll see below:

	Hyundai Sonata	Hyundai Elantra
Front / Rear Headroom	40 inches / 38.4 inches	40.6 inches / 37.3 inches
Front / Rear Hip Room	54.6 inches / 54.4 inches	53.4 inches / 50.5 inches
Front / Rear Legroom	46.1 inches / 34.8 inches	42.3 inches / 38 inches
Front / Rear Shoulder Room	57.9 inches / 56.1 inches	56.5 inches / 55.6 inches

Both models offer premium comfort upgrades inside the cabin, including available power-adjusted driver’s seats and available dual automatic temperature control. Plus, each offers its own flair for style with the Sonata sporting available Dinamica® suede and leatherette combination seating and the Elantra coming in hot with available genuine leather seating surfaces.

Going along with the general sportiness of its design, the Elantra also offers available sport front seats with leather seating surfaces in its Elantra Sport trim. Feel the excitement of a racetrack on your way to the office every day.

Advanced Technology at Your Fingertips

Once you hop inside the cabin of the 2021 Sonata or the 2021 Elantra, you’ll have a suite of high-end tech nearly everywhere you look. Which model has the features you need most?

In the Elantra, remote keyless entry is standard, allowing you to skip the need to fumble around for your keys. Upgrade this system to the available Proximity Key with push button start for even more convenience.

Once inside the cabin, you’ll have an intuitive infotainment system at your fingertips with an 8-inch touchscreen display. Use Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlayÒ, and Android Autoä to stay in touch while you follow turn-by-turn navigation. Take advantage of all these features while your phone gets juiced up for arrival, thanks to the available wireless device charging pad.

The Hyundai Sonata offers many of the same infotainment features offered by the Elantra, including wireless device charging and comprehensive infotainment, but with a larger available BoseÒ premium audio system with 12 speakers. The available BoseÒ audio in the Elantra only comes with eight speakers.

Hyundai Sonata vs Hyundai Elantra: Yours for the Choosing

At Feldman Hyundai of New Hudson, we think either of these Hyundai sedans is ideal for your trips in the Farmington Hills, Ann Arbor, and Southfield, Michigan, areas. If you still haven’t decided which is best for you, why not get behind the wheel? You can schedule a test drive for both models today when you contact our team. See you on the lot soon!

¹2021 SONATA SE: 28 City/38 Hwy/32 Combined MPG. 2021 SONATA SEL: 27 City/37 Hwy/31 Combined MPG. 2021 SONATA N Line: 23 City/33 Highway/27 Combined MPG. 2021 SONATA SEL Plus/Limited: 27 City/37 Hwy/30 Combined MPG. All figures are EPA estimates and for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle's condition.

²2021 ELANTRA SE: 33 City/43 Hwy/37 Combined MPG. 2021 ELANTRA SEL/Limited: 31 City/41 Hwy/35 Combined MPG. 2021 ELANTRA N Line 6-speed M/T: 25 City/34 Hwy/28 Combined MPG. 2021 ELANTRA N Line 7-speed DCT: 28 City/36 Hwy/31 Combined MPG. All figures are EPA estimates and for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle's condition.