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Hyundai Elantra vs Pontiac Vibe

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

Vehicles

Hyundai logo

2026 Hyundai Elantra

Pontiac logo

2010 Pontiac Vibe

Overview

SpecHyundai ElantraSEPontiac VibeBase
Selected trimSEBase
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262010

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai ElantraSEPontiac VibeBase
MSRP$22,825$16,100 (best)
Lowest listing price$9,399$5,990 (best)
Median listing price$23,934$5,990 (best)
Highest listing price$28,874$5,990 (best)
For sale now493 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai ElantraSEPontiac VibeBase
Combined MPG35 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG31 MPG (best)26 MPG
Highway MPG40 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal13 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHyundai ElantraSEPontiac VibeBase
Horsepower147 hp (best)132 hp
Torque132 lb-ft (best)128 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.8 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai ElantraSEPontiac VibeBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume14.2 cu ft49.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,868 lbs2,856 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.8 in (best)
Wheelbase107.1 in (best)102.4 in
Length185.4 in (best)171.1 in
Width71.9 in (best)69.5 in
Height55.7 in61 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai ElantraSEPontiac VibeBase
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)8

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.

TrimHyundai ElantraPontiac Vibe
1

SE

$22,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$16,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL Sport

$23,950 MSRP

Base

$17,445 MSRP

3

SEL Sport Plus

$24,450 MSRP

Base

$20,275 MSRP

4

SEL Sport Plus

$27,100 MSRP

GT

$20,875 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

Hyundai Elantra vs Pontiac Vibe FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Hyundai Elantra vs 2010 Pontiac Vibe on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Pontiac Vibe starts lower at $16,100. Live Hyundai Elantra listings start at $9,399. Live Pontiac Vibe listings start at $5,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
The 2010 Pontiac Vibe leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (54).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
The 2010 Pontiac Vibe leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Hyundai Elantra vs 2010 Pontiac Vibe?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra (5/5 NHTSA overall).