2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited vs. Honda Civic Hybrid Sport Touring: Fuel-sipping small hybrid battle.

This week: Hyundai Elantra Hybrid.

Price: $31,280 on the window sticker. White paint, $470; floor mats, $210. This price includes heated and ventilated seats.

Having just completed a report on vehicle prices, I can say this is far below average and among the lowest prices you’ll find.

Conventional wisdom: Motor Trend likes the “Fantastic fuel economy; spacious interior, comfy ride; many standard features.” They were less enthusiastic about “some plasticky interior materials,” that the "base trim lacks desirable features,” and there’s “tough competition from Prius, Civic Hybrid.”

Marketer’s pitch: “The hybrid sedan with an edge.”

Reality: For the money, wow.

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