2016 Volkswagen Jettavs 2016 Hyundai Elantra
Side-by-side reliability comparison based on NHTSA owner complaints
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is the most reliable choice with a Klunk Score of 62/100 ("Solid Pick"). The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has 160 owner complaints and 2 NHTSA recalls. The 2016 Hyundai Elantra has 285 owner complaints and 0 NHTSA recalls.
2016 Volkswagen Jetta
62 /100
Solid Pick
Winner
2016 Hyundai Elantra
45 /100
Proceed with Caution
Head to Head
| 2016 Volkswagen Jetta | 2016 Hyundai Elantra | |
|---|---|---|
| Klunk Score | 62/100 | 45/100 |
| Complaints | 160 | 285 |
| Recalls | 2 | 0 |
| Verdict | Solid Pick | Proceed with Caution |
Complaints by Category
2016 Volkswagen Jetta
Engine 69
Electrical 32
Body 30
Brakes 18
Transmission 11
2016 Hyundai Elantra
Engine 117
Body 102
Electrical 41
Transmission 15
Brakes 10