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Chevrolet Aveo5 vs Hyundai Elantra

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 Chevrolet Aveo5

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2026 Hyundai Elantra

Overview

SpecChevrolet Aveo5Aveo5 LSHyundai ElantraSE
Selected trimAveo5 LSSE
Body styleHatchbackSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112026

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet Aveo5Aveo5 LSHyundai ElantraSE
MSRP$12,115 (best)$22,825
Lowest listing price$9,399 (best)
Median listing price$23,934 (best)
Highest listing price$28,874 (best)
For sale now0506 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet Aveo5Aveo5 LSHyundai ElantraSE
Combined MPG30 MPG35 MPG (best)
City MPG27 MPG31 MPG (best)
Highway MPG35 MPG40 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12 gal12.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet Aveo5Aveo5 LSHyundai ElantraSE
Horsepower108 hp147 hp (best)
Torque105 lb-ft132 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet Aveo5Aveo5 LSHyundai ElantraSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume37.2 cu ft (best)14.2 cu ft
Curb weight2,546 lbs (best)2,868 lbs
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase97.6 in107.1 in (best)
Length154.3 in185.4 in (best)
Width66.1 in71.9 in (best)
Height59.3 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet Aveo5Aveo5 LSHyundai ElantraSE
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimChevrolet Aveo5Hyundai Elantra
1

Aveo5 LS

$12,115 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$22,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Aveo5 1LT

$14,250 MSRP

SEL Sport

$23,950 MSRP

3

Aveo5 2LT

$15,365 MSRP

SEL Sport Plus

$24,450 MSRP

4

SEL Sport Plus

$27,100 MSRP

5

SEL Sport Premium

$25,275 MSRP

6

Blue

$25,450 MSRP

7

Limited

$27,375 MSRP

8

SEL Sport

$27,425 MSRP

9

N Line

$29,600 MSRP

10

Limited

$29,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Aveo5 vs Hyundai Elantra FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 or 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 vs 2026 Hyundai Elantra on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 or 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 starts lower at $12,115. Live Hyundai Elantra listings start at $9,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 or 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (12,115).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 or 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (54).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 or 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 vs 2026 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra (5/5 NHTSA overall).