Dude! I watched this video 5 months ago, I needed to buy a hybrid car and these were my three options due to my budget, it helped me a lot to finally choose the Hybrid Corolla, I am so happy with my Hybrid Corolla, thank you very much for helping me choose the best option. UPDATE: I'm getting better MPG than the advertised 🤩
No mention of warranty differences, I think that’s also a BIG factor. Hyundai offers the best in the states, 5 years unlimited miles roadside assistance , life time battery warranty, 10 year 100k and 3 years of free maintenance. Toyota and Honda don’t come close in that department.
@@mdinatale12 I agree, I owned both the Veloster and currently Elantra, my Elantra has 105k miles, trying to get it paid off ASAP, and hoping to get a 2023 Corolla Hybrid next Spring or summer. I'm done with Hyundai. I need something longer lasting.
@@Rboling4199 i bought one 3 weeks ago to use for gig work. I leave in eco most of the time and use adaptive cruze whenever i could. I drive 200+ miles per day (mixed driving) and been averaging 63+ mpg on warm days! Its awsome!
I brought a touring and its the biggest piece of shit ever,41 mpg at 65 mph and i get 37 mpg average,slow as a dog going up Mountain passes when battery is depleted and engine drones like its going to explode,should of gone with the Corolla for a smoother quieter drive
If you went Insight EX in the US, you'd pay $26,155 with one of the upgraded color options. And as an owner of an Accord LX, you will be very happy with the Insight EX. The Insight's most awesome value proposition in my opinion is that you can get the Touring version ($30,185), which is basically only a slightly smaller car than an Accord Touring Hybrid ($37,590), with nearly all the same features of the Accord Touring Hybrid, for $7500 less, while getting about 11 mpg better fuel economy than the Accord Touring HYBRID! This is undoubtedly the genius money play in the Honda lineup. You still get leather, still get moonroof, still get upgraded audio, still get heated seats. The only things you don't get on the Insight Touring that you would on the Accord Touring Hybrid are: Head Up Display (don't care), Ventilated Seats (would be very nice in South FL), and Parking Sensors (don't care). But for $7500 (plus taxes of $525 on that $7500, so call it $8000) I would be more than fine with the Insight without it ventilating my seats or ventilating my wallet. You might feel manlier in your heavy Mercedes status symbol getting 31 mpg at best or up high in your SUV getting 26 mpg at best, but these are survival times economically speaking, and the Honda Insight is such a smart option for staying afloat and getting around inexpensively with all the comforts.
"survival times economically speaking" and you are discussing purchase of a new car and talking about lather seats and moon roof? Survival "hhahahahahhhhahahah"
I love my 2021 Corolla. I get 57 mpg. I also chose it because it was highly recommended by CR for reliability. My previous car was a 1997 Honda Accord. Made it to 372,000 miles with very few issues.
Got the 2021 honda insight touring. Couldnt be happier with this car. Quiet cabin, smooth ride, ample power, amazing hybrid milaege , oozing with tech. And the look inside and out really good (not like a science project), looks like a cross between the latest Accord and Civic. 👍👍 good job Honda!
Great video, thank you! A couple of things that are missing and worth mentioning, I believe, are: 1. Hyundai seem pretty confident in their reliability of this generation and give you a significantly better warranty than the Toyota one, actually TWICE as good in some parts. 2. At the dealership, the prices are not so comparable anymore. Toyota adds a huge markup to these cars, and are very adamant about it, while Hyundai, being less than the top name in the game, are willing to be more flexible to be competitive. So, while MSRP is pretty similar, I would recommend going to test drive the cars and get actual prices. ESPECIALLY if you have a trade in and you plan to finance, which gives Hyundai more room to play.
I just bought a Hyundai Elantra Limited Hybrid! We test drove the Corolla and it wasn’t as much fun to drive than the Elantra. Toyota’s have dealer mark ups here in California. I was lucky to close the deal on mine 31K out the door (with manufacturer’s rebate and military discount).
My wife and I were looking for a new car a month ago and we test drove the Elantra and Civic. She used to own 2020 Corolla. I can't believe how much value you get from the Elantra compared to the competition. It is the smart decision with 10 years warranty and life time battery how can you go wrong with the Elantra? The reviewer based his decision on reputation alone which would automatically be biased againts the Toyota. Congrats on your high-tech toy!
@@echidna60 The suspension in the Elantra hybrid also gets upgraded to be a real independent rear set up; and with the "sitting low" batteries you get a double benefit in having a better ride.
@@JoseFernandez-wu8pj Dude! The Hyundai warranty is 5 years and the drivetrain (engine-transmission) is 10 years. Call me on your retirement day instead.
FYI I currently own an Elantra Hybrid and it gets better gas mileage if you keep the max speed at or below 65 mph. I'm averaging 52 mpg if you're curious although I'm a slow driver.
Insight touring is a top of the line car. I test drove the toyota & elantra no comparison, in drive & looks. Honda insight is a pleasure to drive, it drives like a top of the line luxury car & has same feel 5 stars
Hyundai provides piece of mind with their 10 year 100,000 miles power train warranty. In the states it's pronounced uh-lawn-truh. I was really hoping to find a video comparing the Elantra Hybrid to the Ioniq Hybrid, but you've given me a couple more cars to consider. I am a driver for many local dealerships. I am a fan of Hyundai's technology, though my 2012 Elantra Limited doesn't even have a back up camera. I was hoping for more detailed specs in your video; cabin size, car length, city and highway gas mileage, wheel size, and the way they handle on the road. I would have preferred less focus on the reputations and costs of the vehicles. Hyundai's Warranty makes up for it's lack of experience. Honda's no transmission seems to imply cheaper repairs, and the Corolla? I'm sure all 3 are great cars, but all I got from your video was how similar they are, their reputations, Hyundai's electronics look better, and Honda doesn't have a transmission. Thanks for that much though.
Hyundai's warranty will not cover the DCT transmission failure. Once DCT fails due to overheating or improper use of the clutch, the dealer considers it "normal wear and tear" and thus will not repair or replace under warranty. At least that's how what I've been told. Correct me if I'm wrong.
I think the word you were looking for when describing the interiors of the Honda and Toyota is "antiquated", but, possibly, "unimaginative". And the Corolla is so.., boring. We aren't looking for excitement per se in a Hybrid. But let's look at a little fun.
Hey Shari, Good review but I thought you left out a major contender in this category - Hyundai Ioniq Blue Hybrid - which comes with almost 60mpg and a competitive pricing better than the three vehicles featured.
My view on resale value is that it only really matters if you're looking to trade in your car every so often. If you intend to keep it past 5 years, residual values won't differ all that much between these cars 😅
If you look at the market values of 6-10 year old Corolla and Civics versus the Elantra, they do tend to command higher prices. Both the Corolla and Civic still have that superior reputation for long-term reliability which increases their desirability on the used car market. I'd say the only time resale value doesn't matter is if you plan to buy and keep until the wheels fall off.
I dunno about Canada but in the states people will step over their own mother to buy a Toyota or Honda, even with 100k+ miles on it. The resale value for Honda in particular is insane; it actually borders on being a legitimate investment. The same cannot be said about Hyundai or most American-made cars.
@@stevenleonmusic was about to comment this as I work at a Honda dealership XD great resale on Hondas keeps people coming back. I never really see people upside down on a Honda.
I own a 2018 Sonata Hybrid Limited and just upgraded to the Elantra Hybrid Limited ! I love how it is a quieter ride then the Sonata ! I did drive the Insight and it didn't do it for me at all and as far as the Corolla I do not like the design ! Picking up my Elantra tonight and knocking on wood that it'll last me a long time ! The perks are great too , my batteries are under a longer warranty which is awesome because let's face it $9000 + to replace a battery is a lil out there also got 3 years free oil changes and of course 100,000 mile trans warranty ! Overall a better deal than my almost 3 year Sonata ! Can't wait to drive her home tonight 🤗. Oh and I got $20,000 for my trade in 😉.
@@carlosgaldamez8768 hi I definitely love my Elantra Hybrid ! I get almost 59.2 mpg Hgwy and 54 mpg city ! If I adhere to the speed limit I get 63 mpg city ;-). I have had 0 problems with my Elantra it rides quieter than my Sonata did and is truly an awesome car and a keeper for me ! Love the sleek look and comfort it provides for me :-). Hope this helps 🤗🤗
Elantra in my opinion is way better than the competition. You're only gripe about it was reputation. If you're getting a car for the long run, reputation doesn't matter. More tech at a lower price.
I bought a Honda Insight in 2018. After driving I was getting nervous and was losing consciousness and strength in my right hand. I complained to the dealer and Honda company in California but they did not listen. While driving I was getting unconscious, called an ambulance, and had to check the cause, but they couldn’t find any heart trouble or brain trouble or tumors, etc. But later a friend who is an engineer told me that this kind of car is health hazardous. I found out that many have complained about Honda cars for the same problems in the past. After I kept complaining, the Honda dealer asked me to come and promised to change the car. When I went to get another car, he took away 8000 dollars from the faulty car to take it back and sold the other car for more than the price. They never confessed that Honda Insight is a faulty mode and has been discontinued many, many times in the past. I was very hurt. I thank God that I survived, even though they cheated and lied to me. They also wanted me to sell the car to someone, but I couldn’t. I love others as I love myself. I was collapsing. Then how can I give to others? I told them that dishonesty will not bring blessings. But they were so cruel and did not listen, seeing I was a senior and a woman they took advantage of me. They never write when I complain but only talk on the phone. We purchase laws to protect, but we cannot purchase righteous God. Plus, he doesn't care if you are Honda or Toyota. He will fight my battle. I am a missionary living with little income and this giant Honda stole my money, but I tell you my God will give me sevenfold plus back.
This video was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for explaining dual clutch system. I would suggest, for future videos , mention if front wheel drive, ground clearance, turning radius, and where the battery is located .
All of them are FWD cars. Ground clearance: Corolla - 5.3 inches, Elantra - 5.5 inches, Insight - (not listed by Honda). All 3 cars have the battery pack under the rear seat to save space and not take up part of the trunk.
Problem is, that wireless CarPlay take too much data for transmition. In Europe use wireless Eg. Skoda Scala and user feedback is awful. Unfortunately wire is still better than wireless for this application.
@@josephenglish4496 only thing offensive here is your intelligence. Lemme dumb it down for you brain: no one here asked for your input about how bumpy the car is
I'm planning to buy a hybrid car and that video is really a help. I thought Toyota was the overall value for the money package whereas Honda Insight is the car one wants to drive but is a little pricey ... I will probably buy either of these two ...
I could be wrong but I was under the impression both the Honda and Toyota used the same type of transmission. You seem to be saying the Honda is unique.
They're not the same. The Honda has a physical clutch that engages at highway speeds, connecting the engine directly to the wheels. It's kinda like driving in sixth gear. At lower speeds the engine drives a generator, and electric motors actually move the vehicle. In the Toyota the engine and two electric motors are meshed together with a planetary gear set, and the system doesn't have any clutches or direct drive gears. Both vehicles are able to move on electric power alone for short distances. To the average motorist, both hybrid systems function like a standard CVT.
Good content Shari. Q: Honda will discontinue production of the Insight hybrid sedan in June, and begin ramping up hybrid variants of the 2023 CR-V compact crossover and 2023 Accord mid-size sedan this year. So better to go with Corolla hybrid in USA market ?
currently we are preparing for a major winter storm in the midwest. once it passes, i plan to go test drive all 3 of these cars except the 2022/2023 models and i will report back once i do that and ultimately make a decision/purchase. the only thing i am debating on is waiting for the 2023 accord to release.
Bought the 2023 Elantra Luxury Hybrid in Canada several months ago. You failed to mention that it features full independent suspension on all 4 wheels, which greatly assists handling. The power train is lifted directly out of the Ioniq, where it has served flawlessly since 2016. Hyundai designs and builds their own transmissions, so they have full control over the quality and capabilities. This is not true of Toyota, for example, whose transmissions are built by Aisin-Warner. Hyundai also metalurgically designs their own steel, which is why their vehicles typically have 5 star collision ratings while still being quite light. I really dug into the product, and I came away convinced that Hyundai is tremendously undervalued - and underappreciated.
Thank you so much for all your videos I watch all the time and you are a great source of what I’m looking for for my next car. However I’m looking at Lincoln Corsair is there anyway you can do a video on different trim levels what they offer and which trim level is best for someone who’s looking to pay for that vehicle under $40,000
I test drove both Corolla Hybrid and Elantra Hybrid and other than "perceived" high reliability of Toyota there is not a single thing I liked about Toyota. After adding dealer markups on Corolla BASE trim LE hybrid FWD with convenience package, I was saving less than $2k over a fully loaded top of the line Elantra Hybrid Limited trim. With Elantra limited, I am getting much roomier (Elantra back seat rivals that of Camry in terms of roominess) car with TON of useful/luxury features (Heated and ventilated leather seats with memory function , dual zone climate control, dual 10.5 inch screens, power sun/moon roof, cabin ambient lighting, Bose sound system, digial key with ton of remote features, much more sportier looking exterior, 3 years of free maintenance, 5 years bumper to bumper and 10 years powertrain warranty), ton of safety features). Overall, a much more car for my $ than Corolla. Now coming to reliability, Hyundai has poor "History" but they have come a long way and they are consistenly rated close to Toyota. In fact, 2023 JD power reliabilty ratings have placed Hyundai at #8 out of total 33 car brands, which is right after Toyoya placed at #7. At last, one needs to understand that every car brand (including Toyota) will have some dudes and you take calculated risks. Hyundai's super long warranty coverage made this choice easier for me. If you are also in the market for a compact sedan, just don't go blindly by one specific brand in mind. Go and take the test drive, feel and experience different cars before spending 25-30 grands. There are better cars out there with much better value.
I never tested the other cars, but my ‘22 Corolla Hybrid gets 58mpg. It’s kinda great, don’t really care about anything else besides the cheaper fill ups 😅
CVT’s are more expensive to repair than a regular one. I am looking at the Elantra but the Insight looks feasible too. I have a ‘06 and ‘09 Hyundai Tucson and Sonata and they’re still running strong so reliability is good. Just got a Mazda 3 hatchback and it’s great. Hybrids I’m looking for and planning to trade in the Sonata but trade in is very low. Thanks for the comparison.
Best looking Hyundai, Best warranty (not mentioned) 100K or 10 yrs with free maintenance 3 yrs HYUNDAI, Best tech and features HYUNDAI so I will choose guess which one
So, now with gasoline here in the U.S. nearing or above $4.00 per U.S. gallon what type of miles per gallon does each vehicle receive? I'm sure gas prices in Canada are as high or even higher. As far as reliability goes our 2010 Prius is nearing 200,000 miles, pretty much trouble free. I have to agree Toyota Hybrids are more reliable than the others. Also current Toyota Hybrids have no engine belts to replace and less expensive to maintain. We currently have a 2020 Highlander Hybrid AWD, a 4,500 lb vehicle, that easily averages 35 mpg per U.S. gallon, with summer sometimes over 40 MPG.
I didn't notice a big difference between the three in terms of outward visibility, but the Elantra seemed to have slightly bigger windows. The Elantra and Corolla both have blind-spot monitors, but the Insight had lane watch with a camera for the passenger side.
@@carhelpcorner perfect, thank you! Did you also have trouble getting in and out? Im 6" and I dislike the feeling of having to crawl or contort my body to enter/exit. 😶 I had to do that in a 2019 corolla when my family was looking for a car.
I bought a 2022 Honda insight. I love the way it looks.the side cameras let you know if a car is in your blund spots. Has lane notice too. Backup camera is even better then my accord experience. It is a bit off a dog on a small mountain pass. However on straight mostly flat roadways, it's very quiet and a nice ride. I bought the EX-L trim pkg. I would've bought the touring had it been available. Not sure if that would've made it more powerful.def miss the bells and whistles of my Accord EX-L. And the extra room. But the extra mileage and small amount to fill it make me happy
Thanks for these videos. You said that the hyundai elantra hybrid is not part of the recalls where the engines catch fire. I'm wondering about the regular hyundai elantras (not hybrid)... are they part of these recalls?
Technically no it is not, but it does share the exact same engine as other models which are part of the recall such as the 2021 Hyundai Kona. I would stay away from the 2.0L Hyundai engine altogether just to be safe.
@@carhelpcorner Thanks very much for your reply, I really appreciate it. Your videos are really helpful, I've been watching a lot of them lately. It's great to get fair, unbiased information.
i have a Hyundai Elantra 2022 hybrid it is a very good car - drives well great gas milage fully loaded - personally i think it is better than the corolla
The Insight fuel mileage falls off the cliff at highway speeds of 70 mph and in mountain driving. Also, the Insight sounds horrible when the engine is running.
You didn't say a single word about the warranties. The Hyundai warranty kicks their butt, and they replace batteries at no charge. Not so for Honda or Toyota! This was definitely biased review!
In Canada Hyundai has a 5 year comprehensive warranty versus Toyota's 3 year warranty. Both, however, have the same 5 year powertrain warranty and the Toyota actually has a better hybrid component warranty. 10 years on the hybrid battery versus 8 years for Hyundai.
This would be a more valid point if the Hondas and Toyotas had quality control issues. I spoke to someone recently with a 2020 Sonata Hybrid that had been in the shop for 7 different warranty covered issues during their first 6 months of ownership. They traded it in to get an Accord Hybrid.
The Hyundai has that stupid wall to the right of the shift lever so the driver cannot reach any items on the passenger's floor. That's a deal breaker for me.
I am researching for a new car and stumbled onto this video. Can't seem to find the Honda Insight here in Ontario 2022. And come to think of it I don't think I have seen one on the roads here either. Any ideas?
I'd go with the Corolla. There's a reason why Camry Hybrids are popular taxicabs. If you're going to be using your car for business, you should look what other professionals are doing.
My friend needs a hybrid to the 5000 to 7000 dollars range. Something that has a trunk to hide personal belongings. Lives in high crime area. Something that with handle well in the rain in the Pacific Northwest. Thanks. What would you recommend?
The new Elantra Hybrid has an Actual transmission. The corolla has a Horrible CVT and looks like a grandma car. I take the looks of the Elantra any day.
elanta hybrid is better i baught after test driving lots of different hybrids dual clutch make it smooth in normal and hell of fast in sports mode man the power of elelctric along with those quick shifts its a rocket and lot more fun to drive than boring corolla and 10 times better looks than other
You feel like they accelerate the same? Acceleration is a feel now? The Insight clocks in about 3 seconds ahead of the Corolla on 0-60 tests. So much for your feels now. Perhaps you should review lawn tractors instead.
I have to agree that if one purchases a Toyota Corolla Hybrid you pretty much have a trouble free vehicle for 200,000 miles or longer, and still get at least 50 MPG on every U.S. gallon. Also no engine belt or serpentine belt to change, which saves you even more money in the long run.
in my opinion these hybrids are not worth it at all. the premium you pay for these cars will never offset the fuel savings, and as they age, they will all be likely to have more expensive problems than the non hybrid version. they will probably more expensive to plate and insure, they will also be much harder to work on by owners. save your money and dont buy hybrid.
Lol, here in Southern California, we are topping average regular unleaded gas prices $4.68 per gallon, which is likely to keep increasing….I am averaging 67 mpg in my Corolla Hybrid. What planet are you from that you aren’t affected by $5/gallon gas prices?
@@Adam-mj5hl never once said people are not effected by these high gas prices. i said it will take forever to re-coup the premium you pay for a hybrid. if you pay a $5000 premium for a hybrid, you will have to drive over 100k miles to recoup that extra cost at $5 a gallon and getting 67 miles per gallon.you also must consider the higher taxes and insurance. also consider that most of America is not paying $5 a gallon. and most Americans will not get 67 mpg. even with your extreme conditions you will have to drive 100k miles to break even, and most Americans will not keep a car for 100k miles. do the math. basically im just saying do the math before you buy a hybrid, that great mpg may not be that great after all.
@@dankollars4501 First of all, the msrp for a Corolla Hybrid is only $3,050 higher than the standard LE gasoline only version ($23,100 vs. $20,050). Second of all, you assume gas prices will plateau at $5/gallon. It doesn’t look as if gas prices will stop increasing in the near future. How much does your calculations change at $6/gallon? Also, what about the environmental aspect of driving a hybrid vehicle, considering that a hybrid vehicle emits, on average, 46% less greenhouse gas emissions compared to a conventional gasoline only engine?
@@dankollars4501 Also, your statement implying that hybrid cars somehow are costlier to maintain or breakdown sooner than conventional gasoline-only cars is just untrue. Especially with Toyota hybrids a la the Prius, you regularly see Priuses lasting 200k-300k miles with regular maintenance. Also, Toyota stands by their hybrid vehicles by hybrid vehicles with a 10 year / 100k mile warranty on their hybrid engines.
The Hybrid model from Honda is typically $1200 more than the gas version. Based on $4 per gallon price of gas, people that drive an average of 12-15k per year will save $400/year on gas for every 10 mpg saved.... so you'll typically break even in 30-36 months on a Hybrid. If you don't keep your cars that long or drive less miles, then a hybrid might not be worth it financially.
Don't know about the other car but the Elantra hybrid limited has additional features that the regular limited lack. Plus I'm not a fan of the 2.0l engine so consider the hybrid version as a engine"upgrade"
Hey Junk Mail Have you ever read the fine print of the Hyundai or Kia’s ten year warranty Well, you will find that a lot of things are not covered. It is not what many people think. It is a limited warranty. And if you did not service the cars with them, good luck with the warranty.
I'd never trust a Hyundai and currently have a 2007 Sienna. If I could afford the payments I would love a Corolla hybrid. 30 miles per day for work is horrible at 18 MPG.
