Real price data
What should you pay for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
Original MSRP
$18,950
When new
Fair market price
$13,655
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$5,295
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $11,999 · 75th $15,737 · MSRP $18,950
Spread of current 2020 Hyundai Elantra listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $13,047 | $18,950 | — |
| SEL | $13,546 | $20,050 | — |
| Value Edition | $14,248 | $20,600 | — |
| Limited | $16,450 | $23,000 | — |
| sport | — | $24,150 | — |
- SE
- $13,047
- SEL
- $13,546
- Value Edition
- $14,248
- Limited
- $16,450
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra runs about $13,966 in MT to $15,586 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $990 | $110+ | $14,755 |
| TX | $853 | $332 | $14,840 |
| FL | $819 | $1,074+ | $15,548 |
| NY | $546 | $371 | $14,572 |
| PA | $819 | $587 | $15,061 |
| IL | $853 | $683 | $15,191 |
| OH | $785 | $444 | $14,884 |
| GA | $956 | $637 | $15,248 |
| NC | $410 | $793 | $14,858 |
| WA | $888 | $215+ | $14,758 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $14,180 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
33
MPG city
41
MPG highway
36
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2020 Hyundai Elantra configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.
ENGINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Campaign 21V301000 · 28/04/2021
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.
Campaign 19V720000 · 09/10/2019
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.
Campaign 19V721000 · 09/10/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $13,655, within a typical market range of $11,999 to $15,737.
Is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $18,950, so a fair used price is roughly $5,295 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $13,966 in MT to $15,586 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/21/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.