Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews
Hyundai Elantra
$452
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Ford Fusion
$581
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Overall Reliability Rating
4
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Excellent
The Hyundai Elantra Reliability Rating is 4.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 8th out of 36 for compact cars. The average annual repair cost is $452 which means it has excellent ownership costs. The severity and frequency of repairs are both much lower than other vehicles, so the Elantra is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.
4
Above Average
The Ford Fusion Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 18th out of 24 for midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $581 which means it has average ownership costs. The frequency and severity of repairs are both fairly average when compared with all other vehicles.
The Ford Fusion ranks highest in interior and ranks lowest in value.
“We purchased this car used with about 50,000 miles on it. We chose it for the amount of interior room and excellent fuel economy. We get 20+ MPG around town and 30MPG on the highway (with 4 of us...”
“We purchased this car used with about 50,000 miles on it. We chose it for the amount of interior...”
The Hyundai Elantra and the Ford Fusion are two different-size four-door sedans. The Elantra is a compact car with front-wheel drive, while the Fusion is a midsize with either standard front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. The Fusion also is available in either a conventional hybrid or a plug-in hybrid version.
The standard engines in the Hyundai Elantra and the Ford Fusion differ a bit in terms of power output, as you might expect. The Elantra is rated at 147 horsepower, while the Fusion has more, with 175. For more power, you can escalate to 201 horsepower in the Elantra Sport, while the high-performance Fusion Sport offers an impressive 325 horsepower.
When it comes to interior and trunk space, the bigger car wins again. The Elantra gives you 95.8 cubic feet of passenger space, while the Fusion has 102.8 cubic feet. The Elantra’s trunk holds 14.4 cubic feet of cargo, while the Fusion offers 16 cubic feet.
The choice between the Ford Fusion and Hyundai Elantra all comes down to how much car you need, and what you can afford. The Fusion has more power and room, but also a bigger price tag. Evaluate your requirements and decide.