2024 Toyota Corolla vs. 2024 Hyundai Elantra

Oklahoma City drivers shopping for a new commuter car that can also tackle their weekend adventures beyond the Norman area often consider the 2024 Toyota Corolla and 2024 Hyundai Elantra. While these compact sedans seem fairly well-matched, only one can occupy your open parking spot. Can’t decide if you should go with the Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla?

When comparing the Toyota Corolla vs. Hyundai Elantra, the Corolla stands out with its impressive range of standard interior features and driver assist amenities, giving it a clear edge over its rival. But don’t just take our word for it. The team at Post Oak Toyota has compared the standard amenities, safety features, and performance specs of both vehicles below to help you decide if the Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla is right for you!

Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla: Standard Features

Although the 2024 Hyundai Elantra comes in at a slightly lower price point than the 2024 Toyota Corolla, the new Corolla comes with several standard amenities that are either not available or available for additional costs in the new Hyundai. Additionally, there are eight 2024 Toyota Corolla sedan trim levels compared to just six 2024 Hyundai Elantra sedan trim levels to choose from. Take a look at some of the standard features you can enjoy driving behind the wheel of a new Corolla in Edmond:

• Full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control 
• Integrated backup camera with projected path
• Illuminated vanity mirrors 
• Siri® voice recognition
• Power trunk release 
• Front/rear 1-touch window up/down
• Cargo tie-downs 

Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla: Performance Specs

When it comes to performance, the Corolla again bests the Elantra. While each vehicle has similar EPA estimated combined mpg ratings, the base-level engine of the Toyota delivers more power on the roads of Shawnee and beyond. Here are some key engine and performance specs of the base engines in the 2024 Toyota Corolla vs. Hyundai Elantra:

2024 Toyota Corolla

• 2.0L inline 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence
• 169 hp
• 151 lb-ft of torque
• 32 city mpg / 41 highway mpg / 35 combined mpg**

2024 Hyundai Elantra

• 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engine
• 147 hp
• 132 lb-ft of torque
• 32 city mpg / 41 highway mpg / 36 combined mpg

Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla: Safety

When comparing the safety features of the Hyundai Elantra or Toyota Corolla, you’ll see that both come equipped with a full arsenal of features to help keep you safe on Norman roads. However, the Toyota Corolla goes a bit further in terms of safety, thanks largely to standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0. Take a closer look at the standard features in both models below: 

2024 Toyota Corolla 

• Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• Lane departure alert with steering assist
• Lane tracing assist
• Road sign assist
• Automatic high beams
• Proactive driving assist
• Driver and front passenger whiplash-injury-lessening seats
• 10 airbags
• Head-impact protection structure
• Available blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert

2024 Hyundai Elantra

• Driver’s blind spot monitor 
• Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines 
• Forward collision-avoidance assist 
• Lane-keeping assist
• Driver attention warning 

Take Home a New Toyota Corolla at Post Oak Toyota!

Now that you’ve compared the 2024 Toyota Corolla vs. Hyundai Elantra, we’re sure you’ll agree that with its long list of standard and available safety features and amenities, the Toyota offers more value for the price. Are you ready to see the new Toyota Corolla up close? Then it’s time to schedule a test drive with the team at Post Oak Toyota!

Be sure to check out the colors available for the 2024 Toyota Corolla as well as how it compares to the midsize Toyota Camry sedan. You can even apply for financing and browse our new vehicle specials before your visit to our Midwest City showroom. Reach out to us online or by phone at 405-741-4451 if you have any questions!

*Base MSRP excludes manufacturer, distributor, and dealer options, taxes, title and license, and dealer fees and charges. Also excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling of $1,095 for Cars (Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Camry, Camry HV, Prius, Prius Prime, Toyota Crown, Mirai, GR86, GR Supra), $1,350 for Entry SUV/Small SUV (Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HV, RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Prime, bZ4X). The Delivery, Processing, and Handling in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, and TX may vary. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Dealer price will vary.

**Projected EPA-estimated 32 city/41 hwy/35 combined mpg rating for 2024 Corolla LE; 31 city/40 hwy/34 combined mpg rating for 2024 Corolla SE, Nightshade and XSE; 53 city/46 hwy/50 combined mpg rating for 2024 Corolla Hybrid LE and Hybrid XLE; 51 city/44 hwy/48 combined mpg rating for 2024 Corolla Hybrid LE AWD; 50 city/43 hwy/47 combined mpg rating for 2024 Corolla Hybrid SE and Hybrid Nightshade; 47 city/41 hwy/44 combined mpg rating for 2024 Corolla Hybrid SE AWD and Hybrid Nightshade AWD as determined by manufacturer. EPA estimates not available at time of publishing. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.