Is the 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING reliable?

The 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING has 19 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.5x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: excellent. Most common issue: WHEELS problems.

What are common problems with the 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING?

Top problems: WHEELS (6 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (5 complaints, avg repair $500); TIRES (2 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING?

No recalls have been issued for the 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING.

How much does it cost to insure a 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING has 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.5x the segment average of 41. The most common issue is wheels problems (32% of all complaints), specifically: noticed the sidewall of the tire has a bulge on it, did not hit any potholes or anything. have been reading many are having the same issues with the 17" tires on this car. *tr.

3 crash reports 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

WHEELS

6 complaints

32%

• NOTICED THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE HAS A BULGE ON IT, DID NOT HIT ANY POTHOLES OR ANYTHING. HAVE BEEN READING MANY ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUES WITH THE 17" TIRES ON THIS CAR. *TR
• I HAVE REPLACED FOUR TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE DUE TO SIDEWALL-RELATED DAMAGE. IN THE FIRST INCIDENT (THE ONE DETAILED IN THE METADATA ABOVE), THE TIRE BLEW OUT COMPLETELY, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LOSE CONTROL. IN THE OTHER THREE INCIDENTS, SIDEWALL BUBBLES DEVELOPED REQUIRING THE TIRE TO BE REPLACED.
• I PURCHASED A 2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT WITH THE STOCK (UPGRADED AS PART OF HYUNDAI'S 'STYLE' PACKAGE) 17-INCH RIMS AND STOCK "NEXEN" BRAND 215/45-17 TIRES ON MARCH 2ND, 2015. ONLY AN HOUR LATER, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE HAD A BUBBLE ON IT FROM HITTING A VERY SMALL AND SHALLOW POTHOLE AT A LOW RA

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“NOTICED THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE HAS A BULGE ON IT, DID NOT HIT ANY POTHOLES OR ANYTHING. HAVE BEEN READING MANY ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUES WITH THE 17" TIRES ON THIS CAR. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING

Based on 16 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 43K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

WHEELS

In line with typicalmedian 8K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

Later than typicalmedian 44K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Hyundai ELANTRA TOURING Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

90K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Turbo engines (1.6T, 2.0T) need premium fuel and more frequent oil (some owners service at 5,000 miles).

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Hyundai New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 years/100K powertrain warranty is transferable only to first purchaser after initial owner

These are the terms for a new Hyundai. If you're buying a used 2013 ELANTRA TOURING, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Hyundai dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

WHEELS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TIRES(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 19 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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WHEELS: NOTICED THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE HAS A BULGE ON IT, DID NOT HIT ANY POTHOLES OR ANYTHING. HAVE BEEN READING MANY ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUES WITH THE 17" TIRES ON THIS CAR. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: WATER LEAKING FROM A/C BOX THROUGH THE VENTILATION FAN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. WEBSITE RESERCH REVEALED THAT THIS ISUE IS BECOMING A REGULAR PROBLEM FOR HYUNDAYS AND THE OWNERS CANNOT ANYTHING TO AVOID THIS PROBLEM. THEREFORE, BECOMING A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE PREVENTED BY MANUFACTURING PR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TIRES: NOTICED THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE HAS A BULGE ON IT, DID NOT HIT ANY POTHOLES OR ANYTHING. HAVE BEEN READING MANY ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUES WITH THE 17" TIRES ON THIS CAR. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT APPROX 62,000 MILES. I BELIEVE THIS VEHICLE SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED WITH THE LARGER HYUNDAI/KIA ENGINE RECALL. IT TOOK 2 MONTHS TO GET A NEW ENGINE SINCE THEY ARE ON BACK ORDER.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)