If you’re in the market for a compact sedan, the 2019 Hyundai Accent and Toyota Corolla are undoubtedly two of the hottest, most reliable vehicles on the road today. Both are designed to appeal to your senses and pocketbook, but one sedan pulls ahead in this compact sedan standoff. Let’s take a closer look at the 2019 Hyundai Elantra vs the 2019 Toyota Corolla to see which vehicle reigns supreme in this compact, but epic clash. If you have questions or would like to take a closer look at the new Elantra, don’t hesitate to reach out to the team at Ed Voyles Hyundai. 

Power, Performance & Efficiency: 2019 Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla

Fuel efficiency is usually the top priority among sedan drivers, and both cars offer a trim level that can achieve north of 40 MPG on the highway. If you’re going to be doing more city driving in Metro Atlanta’s stop-and-go traffic, you’ll gain slightly better fuel efficiency with the Elantra Eco at 32 MPG in the city, while the Corolla can achieve 30 MPG in the city. In spite of having very similar efficiency ratings, the Elantra’s standard 2.0L I-4 engine produces an impressive 147 HP, and the Corolla’s 1.8L I-4 engine lumbers behind with only 132 HP.

Interior Technology: 2019 Toyota Corolla vs 2019 Hyundai Elantra

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra comes loaded with mounds of comfort, style, and standout features on virtually every trim. For starters, you’ll enjoy Android Auto or Apple Carplay, allowing you stay connected to your phone and favorite apps. You can quickly answer, read, and send text messages as well as make calls and stream your favorite tunes and playlists. The Elantra offers a large eight-inch touchscreen display, which is a full inch larger than what’s offered on the Corolla. At the same time, the Elantra provides an integrated memory system that remembers your favorite settings, but the Corolla offers no comparable feature. And loading your Elantra is easier than ever, even if your arms are loaded with groceries, thanks to its hands-free smart trunk. This is another feature not available on the Corolla. Other notable standout features on the 2019 Hyundai Elantra include:

• Available leather upholstery
• Ventilated and heated front seats
• Rearview Camera
• Clari-Fi Music Restoration technology that bolsters the quality of your digital tunes

Passenger & Cargo Space: 2019 Toyota Corolla vs 2019 Hyundai Elantra

Even though the Elantra and Corolla are considered compact sedans, they leave you feeling anything but cramped. The Elantra even offers more wiggle room for you, your stuff, and passengers, providing everyone with 40.3 inches of front headroom and 37.3 inches in the back. You can compare this to the 38.3 inches of front headroom and 37.1 inches of headroom in the back of the Corolla. And when it’s time to pack up for your next camping trip, grocery run, or football tailgate, the Hyundai Elantra boasts a larger, more expansive trunk. The Elantra has 14.4 cubic feet of trunk space, while the Corolla only has 13 cubic feet. Both the 2019 Elantra and Corolla offer the benefit of a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat back to accommodate those large, irregularly shaped items.

Contact Ed Voyles Hyundai for the Best Compact Sedan

At Ed Voyles Hyundai, we’re proud to offer the 2019 Hyundai Elantra. Backed by America’s Best Warranty, the Hyundai Elantra is the superior value, and we aren’t the only ones who think so. U.S.News.com explains the 2019 Toyota Corolla simply “…doesn’t stack up” when it’s compared to the Elantra. Explore the new Elantra for yourself at Ed Voyles Hyundai in Smyrna.