Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Sorento
Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews
Hyundai Elantra
$452
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Kia Sorento
$533
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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.
Excellent
The Kia Sorento Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 12th out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $533 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. Repairs are less severe and less frequent than the average car, so the Sorento is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.
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Overall Car Ratings & Details
| 5 | (12) | |
| 4 | (37) | |
| 3 | (22) | |
| 2 | (5) | |
| 1 | (3) |
The Hyundai Elantra ranks highest in value and ranks lowest in safety.
“Own this car since 1992, still runs OK after 18 years. Auto tranny still works fine. At 30K defective cam seal ruined the engine; rebuilt under warranty. Replaced: tires (50 and 100K), battery (50...”
“Own this car since 1992, still runs OK after 18 years. Auto tranny still works fine. At 30K...”
| 5 | (2) | |
| 4 | (37) | |
| 3 | (31) | |
| 2 | (23) | |
| 1 | (11) |
The Kia Sorento ranks highest in interior and ranks lowest in safety.
“Great car. Bought it for the Mrs. She loves it. Never breaks down. Minor issues, but not enough to change my ratings.”
“Great car. Bought it for the Mrs. She loves it. Never breaks down. Minor issues, but not...”