Is Hyundai Elantra Insurance Cheaper than Volkswagen Jetta Insurance?

We compared insurance rates for a Hyundai Elantra and a Volkswagen Jetta head-to-head back to 2015 to see which has the cheapest car insurance rates.

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  • A 2024 Volkswagen Jetta costs less to insure than a 2024 Hyundai Elantra by an average of $182 per year, $2,608 compared to $2,426.
  • The average car insurance cost per month on the Hyundai Elantra is 7.2% more than the Volkswagen Jetta, at $217 compared to $202, a difference of $15.
  • Out of 15 models in the 2024 small car automotive segment, the Hyundai Elantra ranks 13th and the Volkswagen Jetta ranks 11th for cheapest car insurance cost.

Does an Elantra or a Jetta cost less to insure?

For the 2024 model year, the model with the cheapest average insurance rates is the Volkswagen Jetta. Average insurance rates for the Hyundai Elantra are $2,608 per year, whereas the Volkswagen Jetta costs an average of $2,426 per year.

Out of seven Hyundai Elantra trim levels, the cheapest 2024 trim level to insure is the N trim at an average cost of $2,224 per year.

The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta has six trims available, with the cheapest trim to insure being the S model at an average cost of $2,272 per year, or about $189 per month.

When comparing rates by trim level for both models, the lowest-cost model and trim is the Hyundai Elantra N at an average cost of $2,224 per year. The most expensive model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra Blue Hybrid at an average of $2,874 per year.

The next table ranks the annual and monthly car insurance cost for 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models, showing cost for each trim level of both models.

2024 Model Year Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$2,224$185
$2,272$189
$2,318$193
$2,400$200
$2,490$208
$2,510$209
$2,572$214
$2,578$215
$2,586$216
$2,608$217
$2,618$218
$2,774$231
$2,874$240

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra and a 2024 Volkswagen Jetta
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra and a 2024 Volkswagen Jetta

The chart shown below demonstrates the average cost to insure the two models for a range of driver ages. For a 2024 Hyundai Elantra, the average cost of car insurance ranges from $2,324 to $5,218 per year for the illustrated age groups. A 2024 Volkswagen Jetta costs from $2,164 to $4,818 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 1: Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2024 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2024 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$7,988$7,354
20-Year-Old$5,218$4,818
25-Year-Old$3,024$2,812
30-Year-Old$2,770$2,580
40-Year-Old$2,608$2,426
50-Year-Old$2,324$2,164
60-Year-Old$2,170$2,018

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2024 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The next two rate tables show average cost to insure each trim level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta, along with an average cost for each model. The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta can declare victory over the 2024 Hyundai Elantra for cheapest auto insurance rates.

2024 Hyundai Elantra

$2,608

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra
2024 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
N$2,224
Limited2,578
Limited Hybrid2,586
N Line2,608
SEL2,618
SE2,774
Blue Hybrid2,874
2024 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,608

2024 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,426

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2024 Hyundai Elantra
2024 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S$2,272
Sport2,318
SE2,400
GLI 40th Anniversary Edition2,490
SEL2,510
GLI Autobahn2,572
2024 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,426

2023 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Car insurance on a 2023 Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $2,542 per year, whereas insurance for a Volkswagen Jetta costs an average of $2,124 per year, making the Volkswagen Jetta the better deal by $418 per year.

Out of seven trims for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest auto insurance rates are on the SEL trim at a cost of $2,264 per year, or around $189 per month. For the five trim levels available for the Volkswagen Jetta, the cheapest 2023 trim to insure is the S trim at a cost of $2,004.

When trim-level rates for both models are compared, the cheapest vehicle to insure is the Volkswagen Jetta S at a cost of $2,004 per year, and the most expensive model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra N costing an average of $2,768 per year.

The table below compares the 12-month and monthly car insurance cost for 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models, showing average cost for every trim level.

2023 Model Year Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$2,004$167
$2,034$170
$2,116$176
$2,206$184
$2,264$189
$2,266$189
$2,354$196
$2,432$203
$2,632$219
$2,650$221
$2,692$224
$2,768$231

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra and a 2023 Volkswagen Jetta
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra and a 2023 Volkswagen Jetta

The chart below demonstrates the average cost to insure the two models for four different driver age groups. For a 2023 Hyundai Elantra, average car insurance cost ranges from $2,272 to $5,078 per year for the included driver ages. A 2023 Volkswagen Jetta costs from $1,902 to $4,218 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 2: Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2023 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2023 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$7,753$6,432
20-Year-Old$5,078$4,218
25-Year-Old$2,942$2,458
30-Year-Old$2,696$2,252
40-Year-Old$2,542$2,124
50-Year-Old$2,272$1,902
60-Year-Old$2,120$1,776

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2023 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The next two tables illustrate the average insurance cost by trim level for both 2023 models, including an overall average cost for each model.

2023 Hyundai Elantra

$2,542

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra
2023 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL$2,264
Hybrid Blue2,354
SE2,432
Limited2,632
N Line2,650
Hybrid Limited2,692
N2,768
2023 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,542

2023 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,124

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2023 Hyundai Elantra
2023 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S$2,004
Sport2,034
SE2,116
SEL2,206
GLI Autobahn2,266
2023 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,124

2022 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Insurance on a 2022 Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $2,466 per year, while insurance for a Volkswagen Jetta costs an average of $2,124 per year, making the Volkswagen Jetta the winner with cheaper average insurance rates.

For the Hyundai Elantra, car insurance rates range from the lowest rate of $2,170 per year for the SEL model up to $2,680 for the N model.

For the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta, rates range from $1,960 per year on the S model up to $2,238 for the most expensive GLI Autobahn model.

For a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest models are the SEL, Hybrid Blue, and SE. The cheapest Volkswagen Jetta models include the S, R-Line, and SE.

The table shown below compares and ranks the yearly and monthly cost of car insurance for 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models, showing average cost by trim level for each model.

2022 Model Year Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,960$163
$2,082$174
$2,084$174
$2,150$179
$2,162$180
$2,170$181
$2,194$183
$2,236$186
$2,238$187
$2,382$199
$2,566$214
$2,578$215
$2,652$221
$2,680$223

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra and a 2022 Volkswagen Jetta
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra and a 2022 Volkswagen Jetta

The chart shown below visualizes the average insurance cost for both models for the 20, 30, 40, and 50-year-old driver age groups. The average cost of full-coverage insurance ranges from $2,206 to $4,964 per year for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,900 to $4,228 on a 2022 Volkswagen Jetta for the five driver ages sampled in the chart

Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 3: Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2022 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2022 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$7,606$6,445
20-Year-Old$4,964$4,228
25-Year-Old$2,858$2,458
30-Year-Old$2,614$2,252
40-Year-Old$2,466$2,124
50-Year-Old$2,206$1,900
60-Year-Old$2,060$1,776

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2022 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The 2022 Hyundai Elantra has seven trims available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the SEL trim at an average cost of $2,170 per year. For the seven different trim levels available for the Volkswagen Jetta, the cheapest 2022 model to insure is the S model at a cost of $1,960.

When comparing rates by trim level for both models, the most affordable model and trim level to put coverage on is the Volkswagen Jetta S at an average cost of $1,960 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra N at an average cost of $2,680 per year.

The next tables illustrate the average cost to insure all 2022 trim levels, along with an average cost for each model. The model with the cheapest average car insurance rates for 2022 is the Volkswagen Jetta.

2022 Hyundai Elantra

$2,466

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra
2022 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL$2,170
Hybrid Blue2,236
SE2,382
N Line2,566
Limited2,578
Hybrid Limited2,652
N2,680
2022 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,466

2022 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,124

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2022 Hyundai Elantra
2022 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S$1,960
R-Line2,082
SE2,084
SEL2,150
GLI S2,162
SEL Premium2,194
GLI Autobahn2,238
2022 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,124

2021 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

For the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models, the Volkswagen Jetta costs less to insure by an average of $146 per year for this model year.

The rate chart below illustrates the average car insurance cost for the two models rated for multiple driver ages. The average car insurance cost ranges from $2,110 to $4,758 per year on a 2021 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,980 to $4,428 on a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta for the included driver ages.

Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 4: Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2021 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2021 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$7,293$6,768
20-Year-Old$4,758$4,428
25-Year-Old$2,728$2,558
30-Year-Old$2,492$2,342
40-Year-Old$2,356$2,210
50-Year-Old$2,110$1,980
60-Year-Old$1,972$1,848

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2021 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of six Hyundai Elantra trims, the cheapest 2021 trim to insure is the SEL Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,890 per year.

Out of the seven trim levels available for the Volkswagen Jetta, the cheapest 2021 trim level to insure is the S Sedan model at a cost of $2,036.

When comparing aggregated rates for both models from a trim-level perspective, the lowest-cost model and trim level to put coverage on is the Hyundai Elantra SEL Sedan at an average of $1,890 per year. The overall most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan at a cost of $2,610 per year.

The rate tables below detail average car insurance cost by trim level for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta, including an overall average rate.

2021 Hyundai Elantra

$2,356

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL Sedan$1,890
EcoSedan1,956
SE Sedan2,498
Value Edition Sedan2,564
Limited Sedan2,610
Sport Sedan2,610
2021 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,356

2021 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,210

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S Sedan$2,036
R-Line Sedan2,050
SE Sedan2,168
SEL Sedan2,232
GLI 2.0 S Sedan2,300
SEL Premium Sedan2,300
GLI 2.0 Autobahn Sedan2,380
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,210

2020 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

When comparing average insurance rates for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models, the Volkswagen Jetta is cheaper to insure by an average of $132 per year for 2020.

The next chart shows the average insurance cost for both 2020 models for different driver ages. Average insurance cost ranges from $2,048 to $4,618 per year for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,930 to $4,312 on a 2020 Volkswagen Jetta.

Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 5: Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2020 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2020 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$7,076$6,589
20-Year-Old$4,618$4,312
25-Year-Old$2,648$2,492
30-Year-Old$2,416$2,280
40-Year-Old$2,284$2,152
50-Year-Old$2,048$1,930
60-Year-Old$1,912$1,800

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2020 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of eight trim levels for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest car insurance rates are on the SEL Sedan trim at a cost of $1,840 per year, or around $153 per month. The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta has seven trim and option levels available, with the cheapest model to insure being the S Sedan model at an average cost of $1,986 per year, or about $166 per month.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the cheapest model and trim level to put coverage on is the Hyundai Elantra SEL Sedan at an average rate of $1,840 per year. The highest-cost model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line Sedan at an average cost of $2,606 per year.

The next two tables display trim level insurance cost averages for both 2020 models, along with the average rate for each model. The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta has lower-cost car average car insurance rates than the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.

2020 Hyundai Elantra

$2,284

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra
2020 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL Sedan$1,840
EcoSedan1,902
GT Hatchback1,902
SE Sedan2,436
Value Edition Sedan2,500
Limited Sedan2,544
Sport Sedan2,544
GT N Line Sedan2,606
2020 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,284

2020 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,152

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2020 Hyundai Elantra
2020 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S Sedan$1,986
R-Line Sedan1,994
SE Sedan2,112
SEL Sedan2,174
GLI 2.0 S Sedan2,240
SEL Premium Sedan2,240
GLI 2.0 Autobahn Sedan2,316
2020 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,152

2019 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

For the 2019 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models, the Hyundai Elantra is cheaper to insure by an average of $46 per year for this model year.

The chart shown below demonstrates the average cost to insure both 2019 models rated for different driver ages. Insurance cost ranges from $1,928 to $4,346 per year on a 2019 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,974 to $4,406 on a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta for the five age groups shown in the chart.

Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 6: Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2019 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2019 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$6,666$6,733
20-Year-Old$4,346$4,406
25-Year-Old$2,486$2,536
30-Year-Old$2,270$2,316
40-Year-Old$2,148$2,194
50-Year-Old$1,928$1,974
60-Year-Old$1,798$1,840

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2019 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of eight Hyundai Elantra trim levels, the cheapest 2019 model to insure is the SEL Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,894 per year, or about $158 per month.

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta has eight different option levels available, with the cheapest model to insure being the R-Line Sedan model at an average cost of $1,904 per year, or $159 per month.

When insurance prices for all 16 trim levels for both vehicles are compared, the lowest-cost model and trim level to put coverage on is the Hyundai Elantra SEL Sedan at a cost of $1,894 per year. The most expensive trim is the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line Sedan costing an average of $2,368 per year.

The two tables below illustrate both 2019 models and all trim levels available for each one, as well as an average rate for each model. The 2019 Hyundai Elantra comes out with a win over the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta for cheapest car insurance rates.

2019 Hyundai Elantra

$2,148

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2019 Hyundai Elantra
2019 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL Sedan$1,894
EcoSedan1,954
GT Hatchback1,954
SE Sedan2,142
Value Edition Sedan2,246
Limited Sedan2,306
Sport Sedan2,306
GT N Line Sedan2,368
2019 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,148

2019 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,194

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2019 Hyundai Elantra
2019 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
R-Line Sedan$1,904
S Sedan2,056
SE Sedan2,178
SEL Sedan2,238
GLI 2.0 S Sedan2,260
GLI 2.0 35th Anniversary Edition Sedan2,282
SEL Premium Sedan2,282
GLI 2.0 Autobahn Sedan2,342
2019 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,194

2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

When comparing insurance rates for 2018 models, the Hyundai Elantra costs $2,114 per year to insure and the Volkswagen Jetta costs $2,128, making the Hyundai Elantra the cheaper model to insure by $14.

The chart shown below visualizes the average insurance cost for both 2018 models with different drivers at the wheel. For a 2018 Hyundai Elantra, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,900 to $4,274 per year for the chosen age groups in the chart. A full-coverage policy for a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta ranges from $1,916 to $4,272 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 7: Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2018 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$6,543$6,522
20-Year-Old$4,274$4,272
25-Year-Old$2,450$2,460
30-Year-Old$2,234$2,244
40-Year-Old$2,114$2,128
50-Year-Old$1,900$1,916
60-Year-Old$1,776$1,790

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2018 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of eight Hyundai Elantra trim levels, the cheapest 2018 trim to insure is the GT Sport Hatchback trim at an average cost of $1,628 per year.

For the four different trim levels available for the Volkswagen Jetta, the cheapest 2018 trim to insure is the S Sedan model at a cost of $1,990.

When all 12 trims of both models are combined and compared, the cheapest trim to buy insurance for is the Hyundai Elantra GT Sport Hatchback at a cost of $1,628 per year, and the overall most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan at an average cost of $2,280 per year.

The next two tables show trim level insurance rates for each 2018 model, along with the average rate for each model.

2018 Hyundai Elantra

$2,114

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2018 Hyundai Elantra
2018 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
GT Sport Hatchback$1,628
SE Sedan2,068
GT Hatchback2,164
SEL Sedan2,164
Value Edition Sedan2,164
EcoSedan Turbo2,222
Sport Sedan2,222
Limited Sedan2,280
2018 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,114

2018 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,128

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2018 Hyundai Elantra
2018 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S Sedan$1,990
SE Sedan2,064
SEL Sedan2,200
2.0T GLI Sedan2,256
2018 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,128

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

When comparing average insurance cost for 2017 models, the Hyundai Elantra costs $2,124 per year for full coverage and the Volkswagen Jetta costs $2,022, making the Volkswagen Jetta the cheaper model to insure by $102.

The rate chart below demonstrates the average insurance cost for both models using drivers aged 20 to 50. For a 2017 Hyundai Elantra, the average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,912 to $4,292 per year for the sample drivers in the chart. Insurance on a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta costs from $1,826 to $4,056 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 8: Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2017 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$6,569$6,182
20-Year-Old$4,292$4,056
25-Year-Old$2,456$2,334
30-Year-Old$2,242$2,132
40-Year-Old$2,124$2,022
50-Year-Old$1,912$1,826
60-Year-Old$1,786$1,704

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2017 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra has five trims available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the SE Sedan trim at an average cost of $2,008 per year. For the four option levels available for the Volkswagen Jetta, the cheapest 2017 trim level to insure is the S Sedan trim at a cost of $1,878.

When all nine trims of both models are combined and compared, the most affordable model and trim level to buy insurance for is the Volkswagen Jetta S Sedan at an average cost of $1,878 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan at an average cost of $2,206 per year.

The tables below break down average car insurance rates for every trim level for both 2017 models, including an overall average cost for each model. The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta wins out over the 2017 Hyundai Elantra for cheapest overall car insurance cost.

2017 Hyundai Elantra

$2,124

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2017 Hyundai Elantra
2017 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SE Sedan$2,008
GT Hatchback2,100
EcoSedan2,152
Sport Sedan2,152
Limited Sedan2,206
2017 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,124

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,022

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2017 Hyundai Elantra
2017 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
S Sedan$1,878
SE Sedan1,986
SEL Sedan2,094
2.0T GLI Sedan2,132
2017 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$2,022

2016 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

When comparing car insurance rates for 2016 models, the Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $1,804 per year for full coverage and the Volkswagen Jetta costs $1,970, making the Hyundai Elantra the model with cheaper insurance by $166 for 2016.

The next chart illustrates the average cost to insure both models for the 20, 30, 40, and 50-year-old driver age groups. For a 2016 Hyundai Elantra, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,628 to $3,626 per year for the different drivers illustrated in the chart. Full-coverage insurance on a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta costs from $1,778 to $3,942 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 9: Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2016 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2016 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$5,534$6,008
20-Year-Old$3,626$3,942
25-Year-Old$2,084$2,274
30-Year-Old$1,902$2,076
40-Year-Old$1,804$1,970
50-Year-Old$1,628$1,778
60-Year-Old$1,518$1,654

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2016 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of five Hyundai Elantra trims, the cheapest 2016 model to insure is the SE Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,716 per year. The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has eight trim options available, with the cheapest model to insure being the Hybrid Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,788 per year, or $149 per month.

When insurance rates for all 13 trim levels for both vehicles are compared, the overall cheapest vehicle to put coverage on is the Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan at an average cost of $1,716 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T GLI SEL Sedan at an average of $2,134 per year.

The next two tables detail the expected annual car insurance cost by trim level for both 2016 models, including an overall average rate. The 2016 Hyundai Elantra has lower-cost car average car insurance rates than the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.

2016 Hyundai Elantra

$1,804

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2016 Hyundai Elantra
2016 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SE Sedan$1,716
GT Hatchback1,800
Value Edition Sedan1,800
Limited Sedan1,848
Sport Sedan1,848
2016 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$1,804

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

$1,970

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2016 Hyundai Elantra
2016 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
Hybrid Sedan$1,788
S Sedan1,852
SE Sedan1,902
Sport Sedan1,952
SEL Sedan2,000
SEL Premium Sedan2,034
2.0T GLI SE Sedan2,084
2.0T GLI SEL Sedan2,134
2016 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$1,970

2015 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

When comparing insurance rates for 2015 models, a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $1,568 per year to insure and a Volkswagen Jetta costs $1,746, making the Hyundai Elantra more affordable to insure by $178 per year.

The next chart visualizes the average insurance cost for both models for drivers from age 20 to 50. For a 2015 Hyundai Elantra, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,416 to $3,122 per year. Auto insurance for a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta costs from $1,576 to $3,500 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages.
Figure 10: Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2015 model year Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Jetta. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2015 Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Volkswagen Jetta
18-Year-Old$4,749$5,336
20-Year-Old$3,122$3,500
25-Year-Old$1,808$2,020
30-Year-Old$1,648$1,838
40-Year-Old$1,568$1,746
50-Year-Old$1,416$1,576
60-Year-Old$1,322$1,472

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2015 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of four Hyundai Elantra trim levels, the cheapest 2015 model to insure is the SE Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,508 per year, or around $126 per month.

The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta has seven trim options available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the 2 Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,664 per year.

When insurance rates for all 11 trim levels for both 2015 models are compared, the lowest-cost model and trim level to put coverage on is the Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan at an average of $1,508 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Volkswagen Jetta SEL Sedan at an average cost of $1,880 per year.

The two tables below display all the available trims for both 2015 models, including the average rate for each model.

2015 Hyundai Elantra

$1,568

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2015 Hyundai Elantra
2015 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SE Sedan$1,508
GT Hatchback1,556
Limited Sedan1,600
Sport Sedan1,600
2015 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$1,568

2015 Volkswagen Jetta

$1,746

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2015 Hyundai Elantra
2015 Volkswagen Jetta TrimsRate
2 Sedan$1,664
S Sedan1,664
Hybrid Sedan1,686
SE Sedan1,712
2.0T S Sedan Turbo Diesel1,756
2.0T GLI SE Sedan1,880
SEL Sedan1,880
2015 Volkswagen Jetta Average Rate$1,746

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