2025 Acura TLX vs. 2025 Hyundai Elantra HEV Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura TLX

2025 Acura
TLX

MSRP*: $45,400 to $58,050
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Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Elantra HEV

2025 Hyundai
Elantra HEV

MSRP*: $25,350 to $29,700
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MPG - City 19 - 22 MPG 49 - 51 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 31 MPG 52 - 58 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 - 355 hp 139 hp
Exterior Length 194.6 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 34.9 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 37.2 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 38.7 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Elantra HEV than the Acura TLX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Elantra HEV will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Acura TLX.

Convenience
With the Hyundai Elantra HEV you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Acura TLX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura TLX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Elantra HEV, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura TLX is much wider than the Hyundai Elantra HEV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Acura TLX, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Elantra HEV.

Handling
The Acura TLX has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Elantra HEV, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura TLX has a much more powerful engine than the Hyundai Elantra HEV. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Acura TLX does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Hyundai Elantra HEV.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Acura TLX and the Hyundai Elantra HEV.