Where there's room on price
39
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 54 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2020 Hyundai Elantra Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$12,868
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$4,500$21,498
- Typical market range
- $10,927–$15,188
- Typical asking price
- $12,868
- Original MSRP range
- $19,300–$24,000
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
54
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$17,756–$18,528
Estimated dealer invoice — about $19,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value Edition | $12,531 | $20,800 | $19,136–$19,968 |
| SE | $12,588 | $19,300 | $17,756–$18,528 |
| SEL | $13,119 | $19,700 | $18,124–$18,912 |
| Sport | $14,215 | $24,000 | $22,080–$23,040 |
| Limited | $14,994 | $23,150 | $21,298–$22,224 |
| eco | — | $21,600 | $19,872–$20,736 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$11,613$18,266$24,918
Typical askingValue Edition
$12,531
Value Edition: typical asking price $12,531, original MSRP $20,800, estimated dealer cost $19,136 to $19,968.
SE
$12,588
SE: typical asking price $12,588, original MSRP $19,300, estimated dealer cost $17,756 to $18,528.
SEL
$13,119
SEL: typical asking price $13,119, original MSRP $19,700, estimated dealer cost $18,124 to $18,912.
Sport
$14,215
Sport: typical asking price $14,215, original MSRP $24,000, estimated dealer cost $22,080 to $23,040.
Limited
$14,994
Limited: typical asking price $14,994, original MSRP $23,150, estimated dealer cost $21,298 to $22,224.
eco
—
eco: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $21,600, estimated dealer cost $19,872 to $20,736.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra runs about $13,179 in MT to $14,747 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $933 | $110+ | $13,911 |
| TX | $804 | $332 | $14,004 |
| FL | $772 | $1,074+ | $14,714 |
| NY | $515 | $371 | $13,754 |
| PA | $772 | $587 | $14,227 |
| IL | $804 | $683 | $14,355 |
| OH | $740 | $444 | $14,052 |
| GA | $901 | $637 | $14,406 |
| NC | $386 | $793 | $14,047 |
| WA | $836 | $215+ | $13,919 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $13,393 |
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.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
Used 2020 Hyundai Elantra listings ask about $12,868 at typical mileage, with most listings between $10,927 and $15,188. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,300, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $6,432 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 $13,179 in MT to $14,747 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
There are about 54 days of national market supply for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.
Is the listed price on a 2020 Hyundai Elantra fair?
Not always. 2020 Hyundai Elantra listings typically ask about $12,995, roughly 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $12,868. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $17,756–$18,528 — its $19,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/26/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.