Overview
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Base MSRP
$22,925
$22,625
Cargo Space
13.1
14.2
Engine
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 split
One-piece
Headroom (front/rear)
38.3 / 37.1
40.6 / 37.3
Horsepower
169
147
Leg Room (front/rear)
42.0 / 34.8
42.3 / 38.0
Seats
5
5
In our Toyota Corolla vs. Hyundai Elantra comparison, we examine how these compact sedans measure up.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a starting MSRP of $22,925, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has a starting MSRP of $22,625.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an EPA-estimated 32 mpg city fuel economy rating, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has an EPA-estimated 31 mpg city fuel economy rating. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an EPA-estimated 41 mpg highway fuel economy rating, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has an EPA-estimated 40 mpg highway fuel economy rating. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined fuel economy rating. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have a seating capacity of five.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 53.9 in. front hip room and 51.3 in. rear hip room, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has 53.4 in. front hip room and 50.5 in. rear hip room.
Pricing
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Base MSRP
$22,925
$22,625
Delivery
$1,195
$1,245
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a starting MSRP of $22,925, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has a starting MSRP of $22,625.
Engine
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Compressor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
Horsepower
169
147
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 169 horsepower, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has 147 horsepower. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 151 lb.-ft. of torque, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has 132 lb.-ft. of torque. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engines.
Fuel Economy
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
City Fuel Economy (MPG)
32
31
Highway Fuel Economy (MPG)
41
40
Estimated Combined Fuel Economy (mpg)
35
35
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has EPA-estimated mpg ratings of 32/41/35 (city/hwy/comb), while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has EPA-estimated mpg ratings of 31/40/35 (city/hwy/comb).
Transmission
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Drive
FWD
FWD
Transmission Speeds
Variable
Variable
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have FWD drive. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have variable transmission speeds.
Safety and Driver Assist
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Blind spot warning sensor
Standard
Standard
Collision warning system activates at low speed
Front
Front
Collision warning system includes automatic braking
Yes
Yes
Cornering brake control
Not Available
Not Available
Cross-traffic alert (front / rear)
Not Available / Standard
Not Available / Standard
Day Time Running Lights
Standard
Standard
Electronic traction control
Standard
Standard
Front airbags (driver / passenger)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Standard
Hill holder
Standard
Standard
Knee airbags (driver / passenger)
Standard / Not Available
Not Available / Not Available
LATCH system
Standard
Standard
Lane departure warning
Standard
Standard
Lane departure warning activates steering
Yes
Yes
Low tire pressure warning
Standard
Standard
Power steering
Standard
Standard
Rear parking distance sensors
Standard Camera
Standard Rearview Camera Camera
Side airbags (front / rear / third row)
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Side curtain airbags (front only / front and rear / all three rows)
Not Available / Standard / Not Available
Not Available / Standard / Not Available
Side parking distance sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Stability control
Standard
Standard
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has standard driver knee airbags, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has no driver knee airbags. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have standard front airbags. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have standard front and rear side airbags.
Comfort and Convenience
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Adaptive cruise control
Yes
No
Automatic high beams
Standard
Standard
Automatic trunk/hatch closing
Not Available
Not Available
Climate control type
Auto
Manual
Climate control zones
1
-
Electronic parking brake
Standard
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 split
One-piece
Front seat height adjustment (driver / passenger)
Manual / -
Manual / -
Heated door mirrors (driver / passenger)
Standard / Standard
Not Available / Not Available
Heated front seats (driver / passenger)
Not Available / Not Available
Not Available / Not Available
Intermittent windshield wiper type
Fixed
Variable
Multi-function steering wheel
Standard
Standard
One-touch power windows (driver / passenger / rear)
Standard / Standard / Standard
Standard / Not Available / Not Available
Smart key
Optional
Not Available
Steering wheel adjustment (height / telescopic / easy entry)
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Standard / Standard / Not Available
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an optional smart key, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE does not have a smart key. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a standard adaptive cruise control, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has no adaptive cruise control. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has standard heated door mirrors, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE does not have standard heated door mirrors.
Infotainment
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Android Auto compatible
Standard
Standard
Apple CarPlay compatible
Standard
Standard
Navigation display
8.00 in. 3D and voice, Optional 3D and voice
-
Navigation system
Standard
Not Available
Satellite radio
Standard
Not Available
Speakers
6
6
Telematics system
Safety Connect®
-
Voice activation
Standard
Not Available
Wireless charging pad
Optional
Not Available
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an optional wireless charging pad, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has no wireless charging pad. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with an optional 3D and voice navigation display, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE does not have a built-in navigation display. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a standard navigation system, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has no navigation system.
Interior
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
12V power outlet (front / rear / cargo)
Standard / Not Available / Not Available
Standard / Not Available / Not Available
Armrest (front / rear)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Not Available
Cupholders (front / rear)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Not Available
Front sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Overhead console storage
Not Available
Standard
Reading lights (front / rear)
Standard / Not Available
Standard / Not Available
Seats
5
5
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have a seating capacity of five. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have standard front 12V power outlets. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have standard front reading lights.
Warranty
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Roadside assistance (months / miles)
24 / 9999999
60 / 9999999
Whole vehicle warranty (months / miles)
36 / 36000
60 / 60000
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 24-month, unlimited mileage roadside assistance, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has 60-month, unlimited mileage roadside assistance. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 36-month/36,000-mile whole vehicle warranty, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has 60-month/60,000-mile whole vehicle warranty.
Exterior
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Disc brakes
4
4
Front fog lights
Not Available
Not Available
Front wheels
16x6.5" Steel, Optional 16x6.5" Alloy
15x6.0" Alloy
Headlights
LED
LED
Rear spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Rear tires (standard)
205/55/HR16 All Seasons
195/65/TR15 All Seasons
Rear wheels
16x6.5" Steel, Optional 16x6.5" Alloy
15x6.0" Alloy
Side mirror indicator lights (driver / passenger)
Not Available / Not Available
Not Available / Not Available
Spare/Temporary Tire
Standard
Standard
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have standard spare/temporary tires. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE have LED headlights.
Suspension
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Stabilizer bar (front / rear)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Not Available
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has standard front and rear stabilizer bars. The 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has a standard front stabilizer bar but does not have a rear stabilizer bar.
Dimensions
2026 Corolla
2026Elantra
Cargo Space
13.1
14.2
Curb weight (lbs)
2955
2725
Headroom (front/rear)
38.3 / 37.1
40.6 / 37.3
Leg Room (front/rear)
42.0 / 34.8
42.3 / 38.0
Overall height (in)
56.5
55.7
Overall length (in)
182.5
185.4
Overall width (in)
70.1
71.9
Shoulder Room (front/rear)
54.0 / 51.7
56.5 / 55.6
Wheelbase (in)
106.3
107.1
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 38.3 in. front headroom and 37.1 in. rear headroom, while the 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE has 40.6 in. front headroom and 37.3 in. rear headroom.
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