Negotiating leverage
36
moderate leverage / 100
~48 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2021 Hyundai Elantra Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$16,778
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$9,855$24,995
- Typical market range
- $14,597–$18,709
- Ridekick fair price
- $16,778
- Original MSRP range
- $19,650–$25,450
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
48
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$18,078–$18,864
Estimated dealer invoice — about $19,650 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.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $15,323 | $19,650 | $18,078–$18,864 |
| SEL | $16,813 | $20,900 | $19,228–$20,064 |
| Limited | $18,975 | $25,450 | $23,414–$24,432 |
| N Line | $19,975 | $25,200 | $23,184–$24,192 |
| blue | — | $23,550 | $21,666–$22,608 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$14,513$20,387$26,260
Fair priceSE
$15,323
SE: fair price $15,323, original MSRP $19,650, estimated dealer cost $18,078 to $18,864.
SEL
$16,813
SEL: fair price $16,813, original MSRP $20,900, estimated dealer cost $19,228 to $20,064.
Limited
$18,975
Limited: fair price $18,975, original MSRP $25,450, estimated dealer cost $23,414 to $24,432.
N Line
$19,975
N Line: fair price $19,975, original MSRP $25,200, estimated dealer cost $23,184 to $24,192.
blue
—
blue: fair price not available, original MSRP $23,550, estimated dealer cost $21,666 to $22,608.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair 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 2021 Hyundai Elantra runs about $17,089 in MT to $18,916 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 | $1,216 | $110+ | $18,104 |
| TX | $1,049 | $332 | $18,159 |
| FL | $1,007 | $1,074+ | $18,859 |
| NY | $671 | $371 | $17,820 |
| PA | $1,007 | $587 | $18,372 |
| IL | $1,049 | $683 | $18,510 |
| OH | $965 | $444 | $18,187 |
| GA | $1,174 | $637 | $18,589 |
| NC | $503 | $793 | $18,074 |
| WA | $1,091 | $215+ | $18,084 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $17,303 |
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
28
MPG city
36
MPG highway
31
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Hyundai Elantra configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
6 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009G. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall numbers 22V-354 for Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles, 22V-458 for Venue vehicles, and 23V-094 for Genesis vehicles. Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, and Genesis vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedies completed.
Campaign 21V796000 · 13/10/2021
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
Campaign 21V00M000 · 28/12/2021
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.
Campaign 21V302000 · 28/04/2021
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 31, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 223. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign 22V218000 · 01/04/2022
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign 22V354000 · 19/05/2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Elantra, Elantra HEV and 2022 Elantra N and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles. Due to a damaged printed circuit board, the rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 271.
Campaign 24V879000 · 21/11/2024
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $16,778, within a typical market range of $14,597 to $18,709.
Is the 2021 Hyundai Elantra cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,650, so a fair used price is roughly $2,872 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $17,089 in MT to $18,916 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
There are about 48 days of national market supply for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
Negotiating leverage rates 36/100 (moderate). ~48 days of national supply and listings typically ~1% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $18,078–$18,864 — its $19,650 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 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.