AI-generated · grounded in NHTSA data
Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2025 Hyundai Elantra
Overall rating NHTSA-grounded
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$7,000
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra shows a moderately strong safety profile with no open NHTSA recalls, but has notable owner complaints concerning lane departure and engine issues, warranting an average reliability rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage | Cost range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| lane departure system | 20,000–50,000 miles | $300–$600 | common |
| engine | 60,000–90,000 miles | $1,500–$3,000 | common |
| forward collision system | 20,000–40,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- oil and filter change every 7,500 miles
- brake inspection every 15,000 miles
- tire rotation every 7,500 miles
- coolant replacement every 60,000 miles
- air filter replacement every 30,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- lane departure warning malfunction
- engine knocking
- forward collision warning failure
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/24/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.