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Hyundai Elantra vs. Toyota Corolla Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla features right here.

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Toyota Corolla

  

Model Year 2008 2008 2008- 2008- 2008-
Model Elantra Elantra Corolla Corolla Corolla
Trim GLS SE CE LE S
Engines  
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>138 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4600 is a standard feature.  2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>138 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4600 is a standard feature.      
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
139 hp@6100
126 lb-ft@3900
     1.8L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>139 hp@6100 <br>126 lb-ft@3900 is a standard feature.  1.8L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>139 hp@6100 <br>126 lb-ft@3900 is a standard feature.  1.8L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>139 hp@6100 <br>126 lb-ft@3900 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
5-speed manual 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature.
4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
195/65R15 tires 195/65R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/65R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/65R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/65R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/65R15 tires is a standard feature.
205/55HR16 tires   205/55HR16 tires is a standard feature.      
195/55R16 tires         195/55R16 tires is an optional feature.
Audio Systems  
No audio No audio is a standard feature.        
Unbranded, 172W, 6 speakers Unbranded, 172W, 6 speakers is an optional feature. Unbranded, 172W, 6 speakers is a standard feature.      
Unbranded, 4 speakers     Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature.    
Unbranded, 6 speakers       Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.
JBL, 8 speakers       JBL, 8 speakers is an optional feature. JBL, 8 speakers is an optional feature.
Accessories  
Cruise control Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is an optional feature.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is an optional feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is an optional feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is an optional feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.   Power rear side windows is a standard feature.  
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is an optional feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Tilt steering wheel, manual Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.   Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.      
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.      
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.      
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.      
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.     Brake assist is a standard feature.      
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Front side airbagsTorso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.       Front side airbags is an optional feature. Front side airbags is an optional feature. Front side airbags is an optional feature.
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).     Stability control is a standard feature.   Stability control is an optional feature. Stability control is an optional feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.     Traction control is a standard feature.   Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is an optional feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Cargo mat Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature.
Cargo net     Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature.
Cargo tray Cargo tray is an optional feature. Cargo tray is an optional feature.      
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.   Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.      
Usually part of an overhead console.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is an optional feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Heavy-duty heater     Heavy-duty heater is an optional feature. Heavy-duty heater is an optional feature. Heavy-duty heater is an optional feature.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Intermittent wipers     Intermittent wipers is a standard feature.   Intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is an optional feature. Rear heat ducts is an optional feature. Rear heat ducts is an optional feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.  
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Exterior  
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.           Body kit is a standard feature.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.       Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature.
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.   Mud guards is an optional feature. Mud guards is an optional feature.      
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.   Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is an optional feature.     Rear spoiler is an optional feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Sunroof Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Sunroof wind deflector Sunroof wind deflector is an optional feature. Sunroof wind deflector is an optional feature.      
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel   Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.      
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is an optional feature. Aux input is a standard feature.      
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature.      
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.         CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player CD player is an optional feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.    
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is an optional feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.      
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.      
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.     Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.      
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is an optional feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.      
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is an optional feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.      
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display     Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.     Trip computer is a standard feature.      
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Upgraded instrumentsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         Upgraded instruments is a standard feature.  
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Visor mirror, driver     Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, passenger     Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.      
Floor mats Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats   Heated front seats is an optional feature.      
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.     Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.      
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.     Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.   Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.      
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Alloy wheels   Alloy wheels is a standard feature.   Alloy wheels is an optional feature. Alloy wheels is an optional feature.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.     Wheel locks is an optional feature.      
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.

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Option Package Contents

Special Edition Package

Features
Power locks

All-Weather Guard Package

Features
Heavy-duty heater
Rear heat ducts

Plus Package

Features
JBL, 8 speakers

All-Weather Guard Package

Features
Heavy-duty heater
Rear heat ducts

Premium Package

Features
CD changer, in-dash

All-Weather Guard Package

Features
Heavy-duty heater
Rear heat ducts
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 Hyundai Elantra

2008 Hyundai Elantra Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Well appointed overall, minor idosncracies though. This 2009 vehicle is similar to 2007 with additon of VSC and TCS as far as features are concerned. There is little past that which is any improvement, and most items are downgrades from 2007. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Satellite radio, MP3/CD player with full programmable features, built in blue tooth, Aux in, etc. Those features will cost a lot more extra for other vehicle in similar classes, but they all came with this car. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The 16" alloy wheels, power moonroof, foglights, spoiler, heated seats and auxillary input for the stereo all come together to create luxury in a small affordable car. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Se model: Steering wheel controls(radio/cruise),16" Alloy wheels,mp3 player minijack!, interior room and fold down back seats and foglights. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Many things come standard with the SE model - vehicle stability control, satellite radio, 6 airbags, cruise control (I could go on and on). Compared with other cars in its class, it has the most standard features for the best price. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Rich feature content see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
2008 Elantra SE is a gem! Its seats are comfortable, the cabin is quiet, the controls are logical, convenient and easy, I like the power windows and locks, the trunk is enormous, the radio and CD player are great...I could go on and on. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The SE package has everything that you need except the expensive features like sunroof and leather, which are available if you want them. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The car was loaded with almost everything I could want/need. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
nice features available for the price. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008- Toyota Corolla

2008- Toyota Corolla Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Bluetooth that connects to my cellphone. see full Toyota Corolla review
2009 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
If you can find one with the right packages, the lower models can be equipped selectively the way you may want them without having to jump up to the larger engine which causes you to lose the benefit of the high fuel economy. see full Toyota Corolla review
2008- Toyota Corolla Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
They should provide more features like the latest fords. see full Toyota Corolla review
2009 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
No sunvisor extension - useless when the sun is directly to my left. No speed adjustment on the intermittent wiper setting! No under hood pad. All this cheapens the car. Also, cheap tires (Goodyear Eagle RS-A; only 260 treadwear and lousy in snow). see full Toyota Corolla review
2008 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
High price for man. trans. car. CD not sandard nor air. Power windows extra. Found a comp car with features desired for less $ see full Toyota Corolla review