2020 Lexus IS vs 2021 Hyundai Elantra

2020 Lexus IS
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Hyundai Elantra
$19,650MSRP
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2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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2021 Hyundai Elantra
$19,650MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$38,560

MSRP

$19,650

Listings

145

Listings

678

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

8.8 out of 10

Pros

  • Fun to drive

  • Impressive technology

  • Excellent value for money

Cons

  • Potentially polarizing design

  • Interior materials feel cheap

2020 Lexus IS Reviews Summary

2021 Hyundai Elantra Reviews Summary

Compact cars are no longer compact. Cheap cars are no longer cheap. And it is no longer necessary to buy a luxury vehicle for performance, technology, and sophistication. The redesigned 2021 Hyundai Elantra proves it.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

21

MPG City

31

MPG Highway

30

MPG Highway

41
2020 Lexus IS
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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Overview
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2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Hyundai Elantra
$19,650MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Hyundai Elantra
$19,650MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$38,560
$19,650
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.7

4.8

Expert reviews

8.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Fun to drive

  • Impressive technology

  • Excellent value for money

Cons

  • Potentially polarizing design

  • Interior materials feel cheap

Summary
Compact cars are no longer compact. Cheap cars are no longer cheap. And it is no longer necessary to buy a luxury vehicle for performance, technology, and sophistication. The redesigned 2021 Hyundai Elantra proves it.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 241 hp I4
2.0L 147 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5800 rpm
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
21
31
MPG Highway
30
41
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