Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla Altis
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Hyundai Elantra and the Toyota Corolla Altis as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. and Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation. Last verified .
Photo: Hyundai Motor Philippines, via hyundai.com.
Hyundai Elantra
1.6 GL 6AT STD variant
- SRP
- ₱1,158,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱20,152
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota Corolla Altis
1.8 E CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,213,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱21,109
How they differ
- The Hyundai Elantra is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,158,000, which is ₱55,000 (5%) below the Toyota Corolla Altis at ₱1,213,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Elantra is estimated at ₱20,152 a month against ₱21,109 for the Corolla Altis, a difference of ₱957 a month.
- The Corolla Altis makes more power (140 PS against 128 PS for the Elantra).
- The Corolla Altis has more torque (172 Nm against 155 Nm for the Elantra).
- The Corolla Altis has the larger engine (1,798 cc against 1,591 cc for the Elantra).
- They differ in powertrain: the Elantra has a combustion engine, the Corolla Altis a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Hyundai Elantra1.6 GL 6AT STD, ₱1,158,000 | Toyota Corolla Altis1.8 E CVT, ₱1,213,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1.6L gasoline | 2ZR-FE: In-Line 4, 16 Valve DOHC, Chain Drive with Dual VVT-I (Gasoline) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1591 cc | 1798 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 128 PS | 140 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 6300 rpm | 6400 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 155 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 4,850 | 4000 rpm |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
| Drivetrain (differs) | n/a | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1825 mm | 1780 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 128 mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | n/a | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 50 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Coupled torsion beam axle | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | Solid Discs |
| Tyres (differs) | 195/65R15 | 205/55 R16 Alloy |
| Wheels (differs) | 15" alloy | Alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS | With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution |
| Airbags (differs) | 2 | 7 |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist | Standard |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 8" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 8" Display Audio with Apple Car play & Android Auto; speakers: 6 |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | 8" Display Audio with Apple Car play & Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 4.2" LCD | Multi-information display: 7" Digital |
| Headlight (differs) | MFR LED with auto light control | With |
| Keyless system (differs) | Keyless entry (folding key) | Smart entry, Rotary ignition |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Hill-start Assist Control; Camera: With Back Camera; Drive modes; Seats: Fabric; Air conditioning: Automatic Climate Control |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 200,000 km | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 5,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.