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Used Hyundai Elantra value by year
By the DealScan team · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A used Hyundai Elantra in good condition with average mileage runs from about $3,600 for a 2011 up to $16,400 for a 2024. The table below gives the fair value and private-party range for every year, and flags the 6 model years we would avoid.
Hyundai Elantra value for every year
Good condition, clean title, average mileage for the age. Newest first.
| Year | Avg miles | Fair value | Private party | Dealer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,000 | $16,400 | $15,100–$17,700 | $18,850 |
| 2023 | 37,500 | $14,550 | $13,400–$15,700 | $16,750 |
| 2022 | 50,000 | $12,950 | $11,900–$14,000 | $14,900 |
| 2021 | 62,500 | $11,550 | $10,650–$12,450 | $13,300 |
| 2020 | 75,000 | $10,250 | $9,450–$11,050 | $11,800 |
| 2019 | 87,500 | $9,150 | $8,400–$9,900 | $10,500 |
| 2018 | 100,000 | $8,150 | $7,500–$8,800 | $9,350 |
| 2017 | 112,500 | $7,250 | $6,650–$7,850 | $8,350 |
| 2016Avoid | 125,000 | $6,450 | $5,950–$6,950 | $7,400 |
| 2015Avoid | 137,500 | $5,750 | $5,300–$6,200 | $6,600 |
| 2014Avoid | 150,000 | $5,100 | $4,700–$5,500 | $5,850 |
| 2013Avoid | 162,500 | $4,550 | $4,200–$4,900 | $5,250 |
| 2012Avoid | 175,000 | $4,050 | $3,750–$4,350 | $4,650 |
| 2011Avoid | 187,500 | $3,600 | $3,300–$3,900 | $4,150 |
How much mileage moves the price
Using a 2017 Elantra as the example. The same spread applies at every year on the table above.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 76,500 | $8,500 | $7,800–$9,200 |
| Average mileage | 112,500 | $7,250 | $6,650–$7,850 |
| Higher mileage | 153,000 | $5,850 | $5,400–$6,300 |
Which years to avoid
- 2016 (2011–2016): Nu engine ticking/oil consumption complaints plus the key-start theft wave — confirm the anti-theft update and engine health.
- 2015 (2011–2016): Nu engine ticking/oil consumption complaints plus the key-start theft wave — confirm the anti-theft update and engine health.
- 2014 (2011–2016): Nu engine ticking/oil consumption complaints plus the key-start theft wave — confirm the anti-theft update and engine health.
- 2013 (2011–2016): Nu engine ticking/oil consumption complaints plus the key-start theft wave — confirm the anti-theft update and engine health.
- 2012 (2011–2016): Nu engine ticking/oil consumption complaints plus the key-start theft wave — confirm the anti-theft update and engine health.
- 2011 (2011–2016): Nu engine ticking/oil consumption complaints plus the key-start theft wave — confirm the anti-theft update and engine health.
What to check before you pay
- 2011–2016: engine ticking/knock and oil consumption complaints — cold-start listen and dipstick check
- 2011–2021 key-start cars: no immobilizer — theft target ('Kia Boyz' wave); anti-theft software update available
- Insurance carriers surcharge or decline some affected years — quote insurance before buying
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