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Hyundai Elantra Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Hyundai Elantra depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The Hyundai Elantra is a compact sedan known for its bold styling, long warranty, and strong value proposition. While it offers excellent features for the money, the Elantra depreciates faster than Japanese rivals like the Civic or Corolla, retaining roughly 48-52% of its value after five years.

1-year depreciation
20%
5-year retention
49%
MSRP
$22,125–$33k
Avg mi / year
13,000

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$14,159
-51%
Value at purchase
$27,763
Brand new
Value when you sell
$13,604
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$2,832
Depreciation / mi
$0.24
CN7
7th generation · started 2021

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $27,763

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $27,763 100%
Year 1 $22,210 80% -$5,553 (20%)
Year 2 $19,434 70% -$2,776 (12.5%)
Year 3 $17,213 62% -$2,221 (11.4%)
Year 4 $15,270 55% -$1,943 (11.3%)
Year 5 $13,604 49% -$1,666 (10.9%)
Year 6 $12,216 44% -$1,388 (10.2%)
Year 7 $10,828 39% -$1,388 (11.4%)
Year 8 $9,717 35% -$1,111 (10.3%)
Year 9 $8,607 31% -$1,110 (11.4%)
Year 10 $7,774 28% -$833 (9.7%)

Hyundai Elantra depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Hyundai Elantra depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market. The Elantra sells well as a budget-friendly commuter, but faces tough resale competition from the Civic and Corolla. Hybrid and N Line trims hold value best.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-2% retention

Popular in Canada thanks to aggressive pricing and Hyundai's 5-year warranty. Depreciation tracks slightly better than the US in cold-climate provinces where reliable compact sedans remain in demand.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-18% retention

Elantra is not officially sold in the UK — the i30 hatchback is the equivalent. Grey-import Elantras depreciate rapidly due to thin demand and parts scarcity.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-16% retention

Europe favors hatchbacks and the i30, so Elantra sedan presence is minimal. Depreciation is steep outside of a few import-friendly markets.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+10% retention

The Elantra is extremely popular in Saudi Arabia as a reliable, affordable sedan for daily commuting. Strong used-market demand and widespread service support keep resale values notably firm.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-12% retention

Sold until 2022 and discontinued locally in favor of the Verna. Existing Elantras depreciate faster due to the model's withdrawal, though diesel variants retain some niche appeal.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-7% retention

Sold as the i30 Sedan in Australia. Decent resale supported by Hyundai's 5-year warranty, though the compact sedan segment has shrunk as buyers shift to SUVs.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Hyundai Elantra depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Hyundai Elantra.

Minor accident
+8% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+18% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+33% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

Hyundai Elantra FAQ

How much does a Hyundai Elantra depreciate per year?
A new Hyundai Elantra typically loses about 20% of its value in the first year — steeper than segment leaders due to heavy fleet sales and incentives. After that, depreciation averages 7-9% annually, landing at roughly 49% retained value after 5 years.
What is a 5-year-old Hyundai Elantra worth?
A 2021 Elantra SEL that originally stickered around $22,000 is typically worth $10,500–$11,500 today with average mileage of ~65,000 miles. Hybrid and N Line versions command a $1,500–$2,500 premium over base trims at the 5-year mark.
Does the Elantra depreciate faster than the Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla?
Yes, the Elantra depreciates roughly 8-12 percentage points more than the Civic or Corolla over five years. This gap reflects stronger brand loyalty and proven long-term reliability for the Japanese competitors, though Hyundai has closed the gap significantly since 2020.
How does mileage affect Hyundai Elantra resale value?
Each mile driven reduces the Elantra's value by roughly $0.014, or about $1,400 per 100,000 miles above average use. The 13,000 miles/year baseline is the break-even — going significantly over this figure accelerates depreciation noticeably after year 4.
Is the Elantra Hybrid better for resale than the gas version?
Yes. The Elantra Hybrid retains roughly 3-5% more value at the 5-year mark thanks to strong fuel-economy demand and limited supply. The ~$3,000 hybrid premium is typically recouped by year 4 through both fuel savings and stronger trade-in value.

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