2025 Hyundai Elantra SE

The 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE is the perfect entry point to this top-selling 2025 Elantra lineup. With impressive standard equipment, performance, and safety ratings, the Elantra SE is an ideal choice for anybody needing good value for their money. With the newest generation of Elantra, Hyundai puts things like material quality, technology and infotainment, and overall sleekness at the top of the priority list. You can clearly see this with the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE, which we will continue discussing below. Let's get into it.

What's New for 2025?

The 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE has no big changes this model year. The last time we saw a substantial refresh was in 2021, and a slight one in 2024, so we expect a different-looking sedan next year. However, across the Elantra, there are some things to note:

• Introduction of the new SEL Convenience trim
• The SEL Sport trim replaces the SEL and is added to the Elantra Hybrid's lineup

2025 Hyundai Elantra SE Exterior

The exterior design of the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE is arguably one of the better sedans on the market. For just over $22,000, this four-door model looks and feels much nicer than you'd think, and there have been upgrades over the past few years. You will notice its distinctive grille, low profile at first glance, and LED accents that help with visibility and general aesthetics.

Here are exterior features to make note of:

• 15-inch alloy wheels
• LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• Dual-LED Projector headlights
• Black front grille finish
• Black window trim
• Body-color door handles
• Dual fold-away power body-color side mirrors

Overall, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE is a great starting point for a five-seater sedan and should turn heads for all the right reasons.

2025 Hyundai Elantra SE Interior

The inside of the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE is spacious and tech-forward. In 2025, we do not see any changes compared to last year, but that doesn't mean you won't still be impressed.

Here are some interior specifications:

• Solar glass
• Dual USB ports (1 charge + data, 1 charge)
• 2nd-row Dual USB (Type-C) ports
• Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
• Remote keyless entry system with alarm
• 4.2-inch gauge cluster display
• Cloth seating material

• 6-way adjustable driver seat, including height adjustment
• 4-way adjustable passenger seat
• 8-inch touchscreen display

Seating and Trim Options

The seating and trim options for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE will accommodate up to five passengers across the front and rear rows. You can choose either Black or Gray trim and cloth accents, both of which are modern and clean-looking. Cloth seats are standard and will be your only option in this entry-level vehicle.

Cargo Space

The cargo space of the Hyundai Elantra SE is decent for a sedan, offering a trunk cargo capacity of 14.2 cubic feet. The total interior volume of the Elantra SE is 113.6 cubic feet, so that is also worth noting.

Performance and Powertrain

Looking at the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE engine, you get a standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. It comes paired with a CVT (continuously variable transmission) and will be Front Wheel Drive (FWD). The 2025 Elantra SE does not have the optional HTRAC AWD, so that is one thing that you will not have access to.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The safety and driver-assistance technology inside a 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE sedan is award-winning, with this five-passenger model scoring a Top Safety Pick title from IIHS. You can thank SmartSense for this award and status, especially since it comes with all of these goodies:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Ped)
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning (BCW)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Lane Following Assist (LFA)
• Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
• Safe Exit Warning (SEW)

Hyundai SmartSense

Hyundai SmartSense continues to be one of America's most awarded safety suites available. This system works through sensors, cameras, radar, and alerts/alarms to give you the best foot forward while driving and parking in your Hyundai. You can expect the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE to offer standard Hyundai SmartSense like every other vehicle released by Hyundai in the last few years. It's full coverage!

Infotainment and Connectivity

The infotainment and connectivity features you can bet on with a 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE are noteworthy. We saw significant refreshes to the infotainment system inside the Elantra in the 2024 model year. It gave you things including a revamped infotainment system with enhancements like a surround-view monitor, blind-spot view monitor, parking distance warning, digital key 2, vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot, and improved audio systems. Of course, this is subject to trim level, with higher trims getting the most standard infotainment.

Here are the standard specs for 2025:

• 8-inch touchscreen display
• Wireless Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay®
• HD Radio™
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone system with Voice Recognition
• Steering-wheel-mounted audio, Bluetooth® and cruise controls

Fuel Economy and MPG

Fuel economy and MPG estimates for this year's Hyundai Elantra SE will be impressive, with the EPA rating it as having up to 32 MPG in the city, 41 on the highway, and a combined MPG rating of 36. The total driving range on a full tank will be ~446 miles, meaning you can spend less time at the pump and more of it doing what you love. All of the 2025 Elantras see class-topping MPG estimates, and you can also choose a hybrid if you want an even better range per fill-up.

2025 Hyundai Elantra SE Pricing

The price point for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE starts at $22,125, making it an affordable choice for drivers of all ages and lifestyles. The average sedan costs roughly $23,000 for subcompact models and $48,641 for the overall average new car in the United States, so the Elantra sits at the lower end. With Hyundai, you get amazing design and performance for a fair price.

Hyundai Elantra SE vs. Other Trims

Comparing the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE to its higher trims is a good idea if you are serious about buying one. We want to give you a breakdown by trim for this year, which should help separate everything and detail the pricing across all five models.

SE

Starting MSRP: $22,125

• 36 MPG Combined, 32 City/41 Hwy
• 147-hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
• Wireless Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay®
• LED Projector headlights
• 2nd-row USB charging ports
• 8-inch color touchscreen display audio

SEL Sport

Starting MSRP: $23,250

• 34 MPG Combined, 30 City/39 Hwy
• 147-hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Gloss black rear spoiler
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
• Aluminum pedals

SEL Convenience

Starting MSRP: $25,825

• 34 MPG Combined, 30 City/39 Hwy
• 147-hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
• Power sunroof
• Heated front seats
• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• 10.25-inch touchscreen navigation

Limited

Starting MSRP: $26,775

• 34 MPG Combined, 30 City/39 Hwy
• 147-hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
• Bose® Premium Audio
• H-Tex® leatherette-trimmed seats
• Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
• Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch

N Line

Starting MSRP: $28,975

• 31 MPG Combined, 28 City/35 Hwy
• 201-hp 1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Multi-link independent rear suspension
• 7-speed DCT with paddle shifters
• N Line sport seats

Awards and Recognitions

The 2025 Hyundai Elantra has received recognition from outlets big and small, including awards like the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hybrid Car for the Money" award (fourth time), is recognized as a Car and Driver's "Editors' Choice" winner in its category, gets a Top Safety Pick title from IIHS, and received a Star Award for Best Value from Motor1.com. Everyone loves what it brings to the table, especially the drivers!

Warranty and Maintenance

The warranty information and maintenance you can expect with a 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE is another thing we want to cover. Here are the warranty periods you will receive when purchasing a new Elantra this year:

• 5 years/60,000 miles - New Vehicle Limited
• 10 years/100,000 miles - Powertrain Limited
• 7 years/unlimited miles - Anti-perforation
• 5 years/unlimited miles - 24/7 Roadside Assistance

The warranty coverage of a 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE will be generous. This is called Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance and will take care of routine services like oil changes, tire rotations, and multi-point inspections for up to three years or 36,000 miles of ownership, whichever comes first. Of course, if you have questions about the Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance program, you can always see us at Granite Hyundai, and we will offer some answers. Our dealership can also tackle your maintenance every six to 12 months, so we're here for it all.

Get Your Hyundai Elantra at Granite Hyundai

Now that we have detailed the 2025 Hyundai Elantra SE sedan, it is time to visit your local sales team at Granite Hyundai. We are conveniently located in Somersworth, NH, and have plenty of new Elantras to look at and test-drive. You can also shop for other cars, trucks, and SUVs at our sales center, so please don't hesitate to stop by. We are open daily and cannot wait to help you find the car of your dreams.