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Hyundai Elantra vs Volvo V90

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

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2026 Hyundai Elantra

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2021 Volvo V90

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Overview

SpecHyundai ElantraSEVolvo V90T5 Inscription
Selected trimSET5 Inscription
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262021

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai ElantraSEVolvo V90T5 Inscription
MSRP$22,825 (best)$51,800
Lowest listing price$9,399 (best)—
Median listing price$23,934 (best)—
Highest listing price$28,874 (best)—
For sale now493 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai ElantraSEVolvo V90T5 Inscription
Combined MPG35 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG31 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG40 MPG (best)33 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHyundai ElantraSEVolvo V90T5 Inscription
Horsepower147 hp250 hp (best)
Torque132 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai ElantraSEVolvo V90T5 Inscription
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume14.2 cu ft53.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,868 lbs (best)3,976 lbs
Ground clearance5.3 in6.1 in (best)
Wheelbase107.1 in115.8 in (best)
Length185.4 in194.7 in (best)
Width71.9 in74.6 in (best)
Height55.7 in58.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai ElantraSEVolvo V90T5 Inscription
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)1 (best)2

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 ElantraVolvo V90
1

SE

$22,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5 Inscription

$51,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL Sport

$23,950 MSRP

T5 R-Design

$51,800 MSRP

3

SEL Sport Plus

$24,450 MSRP

T6 Inscription

$57,800 MSRP

4

SEL Sport Plus

$27,100 MSRP

T6 R-Design

$57,800 MSRP

5

SEL Sport Premium

$25,275 MSRP

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6

Blue

$25,450 MSRP

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7

Limited

$27,375 MSRP

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8

SEL Sport

$27,425 MSRP

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9

N Line

$29,600 MSRP

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10

Limited

$29,800 MSRP

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Hyundai Elantra vs Volvo V90 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2021 Volvo V90?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Hyundai Elantra vs 2021 Volvo V90 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 2021 Volvo V90?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Hyundai Elantra starts lower at $22,825. Live Hyundai Elantra listings start at $9,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2021 Volvo V90?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2021 Volvo V90?
The 2026 Hyundai Elantra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (54).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2021 Volvo V90?
The 2021 Volvo V90 leads on horsepower in this comparison (316).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Hyundai Elantra or 2021 Volvo V90?
The 2021 Volvo V90 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Hyundai Elantra vs 2021 Volvo V90?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra (5/5 NHTSA overall).