2021 Hyundai Elantra Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Hyundai Elantra has lost about 26.2% of its roughly $20,900 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $16,589, with most listings between $14,934 and $19,998. Listed examples average 61,410 miles.
2021 Hyundai Elantra Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Hyundai Elantra Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $19,950 | 16 |
| 30k–50k mi | $19,254 | 34 |
| 50k–75k mi | $17,990 | 57 |
| 75k–100k mi | $15,784 | 30 |
| 100k–130k mi | $13,975 | 12 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
Great deal
Under $15,995
Typical
$15,995–$19,249
Overpriced
Above $19,249
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 149 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $15,995 and $19,249, with a median of $17,593.
Ownership & Condition
Across 149 2021 Hyundai Elantra listings.
Accident-free
93.3%
One-owner
60%
Avg owners
1.4
Personal use
60%
2021 Hyundai Elantra Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
34 MPG
City / Hwy
31 / 40
Fuel / year
$1,850
Fuel
Regular
Engine
1.6L 4-cyl
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Hyundai Elantra trim holds its value.
How the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Compares to Other Years
At 26.2% depreciation, the 2021 Hyundai Elantra sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 20.9% (around $17,906), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,317 more. The older 2020 sits at 38.1% (around $13,310), so dropping back a year saves about $3,279. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.
Known Issues & Complaints
127 NHTSA complaints, 6 recalls reported.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
25 complaintsDoor Lock Actuator, the door latch is stuck on unlock and it won’t close or lock when the lock button is pressed on key fob.
SEAT BELTS
21 complaintsThe horn is not working when I press the horn or on the key fob. I had it checked and the fuses were fine. The seat belt chime also does not work out of nowhere, same time the horn stopped working.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
18 complaintsThe Forward collision warning light comes on randomly at times and disables the system. It’s done this on 3 occasions. No one has inspected the vehicle. I was told everything was normal. No injuries involved. The problem has occurred 3 time
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
16 complaintsI am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved and ongoing issue with my 2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line. The vehicle currently has approximately 80,100 miles. This issue began when the vehicle had under 60,000 miles. At that time, I brought t
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
8 complaintsHow are you? The problem with our Hyundai involves the engine and engine control system. My vehicle is equipped with the same 2.0-liter Nu GDI engine that Hyundai recalled in other 2021 and 2022 vehicles for engine stalling, internal engine
ENGINE
6 complaintsSubject: Vehicle Safety Complaint – Engine Failure – Hyundai To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting a vehicle safety complaint regarding a serious engine failure involving my Hyundai vehicle. The engine experienced a failure significant en
Top Issues
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- SEAT BELTS
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V796000 (SEAT BELTS): 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 a
- !Recall 21V00M000 (VISIBILITY): 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 t
- !Recall 21V302000 (SEATS): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
- !Recall 22V218000 (SEAT BELTS): 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 pretensioner
2021 Hyundai Elantra Listings
Real 2021 Elantra listings on the market now.
$21,990
2021 SEL · Red
1,904 mi · Salt Lake City, UT
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$20,990
2021 SEL · Gray
14,018 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$21,590
2021 SEL · Red
20,082 mi · Sacramento, CA
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$20,590
2021 SEL · Blue
26,222 mi · Tampa, FL
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$21,590
2021 Limited · Red
26,462 mi · Dallas, TX
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$22,990
2021 N Line · Black
30,107 mi · Sacramento, CA
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Hyundai Elantra worth?
A 2021 Hyundai Elantra is typically worth around $16,589, with most listings falling between $14,934 and $19,998. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 61,410 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2021 Hyundai Elantra depreciated?
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra has lost about 26.2% of its original $20,900 base MSRP — roughly $5,476 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2021 Elantra have?
Listed 2021 Elantras average about 61,410 miles, with most between 36,738 and 87,738. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra?
For a 2021 Hyundai Elantra, anything under $15,995 is a strong deal, $15,995 to $19,249 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $19,249 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra are computed from 91 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.