Chevrolet Aveo vs Hyundai Elantra
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Hyundai Elantra
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet AveoLS | Hyundai ElantraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | SE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet AveoLS | Hyundai ElantraSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $11,965 (best) | $22,625 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet AveoLS | Hyundai ElantraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 27 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG | 40 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | 12.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet AveoLS | Hyundai ElantraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 108 hp | 147 hp (best) |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.6 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet AveoLS | Hyundai ElantraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft | 14.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,568 lbs (best) | 2,868 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 97.6 in | 107.1 in (best) |
| Length | 169.7 in | 185.4 in (best) |
| Width | 67.3 in | 71.9 in (best) |
| Height | 59.3 in (best) | 55.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet AveoLS | Hyundai ElantraSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Aveo | Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $11,965 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $22,625 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 1LT $14,100 MSRP | SEL Sport $23,750 MSRP |
| 3 | 2LT $15,365 MSRP | SEL Sport Premium $25,075 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Blue $25,450 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Limited $27,175 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SEL Sport $27,425 MSRP |
| 7 | — | N Line $29,400 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Limited $29,800 MSRP |