2024 Hyundai Elantra

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The Hyundai Elantra stands out with its high fuel economy, impressive technology and safety features, and roomy cabin. It's also comfortable and strong on value. Other than a lackluster base engine, there's not much to complain about. It's a great pick for a small sedan.

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2024 Hyundai Elantra Review

byMark Takahashi^{Correspondent
Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the Edmunds YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.},

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Brent Romans has worked in the automotive industry since 1996. He has written or edited thousands of expert car reviews and road-tested hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Brent is a senior manager of written content at Edmunds and previously contributed to publications such as Super Street and Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road. His personal car is a 2019 BMW M2 Competition, which he bought for its ideal combination of performance, style and practicality.}

Pros

Generous list of standard and optional features
Roomy cabin
High fuel economy, especially with the Elantra Hybrid

Cons

Tepid acceleration from the base four-cylinder engine
Abundance of hard interior plastic, particularly in the backseat area

What's new

Refreshed front and rear styling
Elantra N gets steering and handling upgrades
Additional tech and driver assist features
Part of the seventh Elantra generation introduced for 2021

Overview

There was a time when small, economical cars were derided for their uninspired styling, cheap interiors and weak performance. In the last decade, consumers have demanded more for their money, and Hyundai helped lead the charge by delivering vehicles that battle well above their price. The Elantra is a prime example. This is a stylish small sedan that goes big on interior room, model variety and value.

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Edmunds spotlight: 2024 Elantra changes

For 2024, Hyundai has given the Elantra a subtle but significant styling refresh. The new front end features a split grille for an even sleeker appearance, while the rear gets a more refined taillight design and a few more styling tweaks. Inside, there are a few new features that include additional USB charge ports, a redesigned wireless charging pad, and new side-impact airbags for rear passengers. The 2024 Elantra's lineup is largely the same and includes an available hybrid powertrain and the high-performance Elantra N. Hyundai says it has revised the N's steering and suspension for improved precision and control.

Competitors to consider

Check out our Expert Rating to learn more and see where the Elantra lands among its chief rivals. These include its corporate cousin, the Kia Forte, along with the Honda Civic and Mazda 3. As is the case with the Honda and Mazda, there are sportier and more expensive variants to satisfy performance-minded drivers, so there should be a model that fits your preferences and budget perfectly.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Please note that this rating is based on a prior year and may change slightly once we perform complete testing of the 2024 Elantra's changes.

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7.8/10

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Performance

7.0/10

How does the Elantra drive? The base 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is lacking when it comes to speed. At Edmunds' test track, our Elantra reached 60 mph in 9.4 seconds, which is slower than average compared to rivals. It's not terrible, but passing or getting up to highway speeds can be laborious.

What power it does have is sent through a continuously variable automatic transmission that Hyundai tunes for optimal fuel economy, so it too is not very impressive for spirited driving. But in typical situations, the transmission delivers a smooth experience, and there's only a little of the notorious droning noise that CVTs are known for.

Elsewhere, the Elantra is pretty middle-of-the-road. It handles corners decently well for a small sedan, behaving predictably, and it's not easily upset over bumps. But for a sporty drive, you'll want to get the N Line, which comes with a sport-tuned suspension.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the Elantra? The Elantra delivers a smooth ride. There's enough plushness to soak up bumps in the road well, but it also settles relatively quickly. The seats are also comfortable for the most part. The driver's seat bottom feels just a touch flat, and it might not provide enough support on road trips more than a few hours long. There isn't much in the way of side bolstering to keep you planted when cornering either.

The climate controls are easy to use, with big dials to work the available dual-zone climate control. The heated seats, when equipped, activate quickly. There is noticeable wind noise as you increase speed, but that is typical for the class, and passengers can more or less carry on conversations at normal volume.

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Interior

8.0/10

How’s the interior? The Elantra cabin is well-thought-out, with plenty of space and good outward visibility in the front row. We're also pleased to see the back seat gained 2 inches of legroom over the previous generation, allowing for quite generous accommodations for taller passengers. Their heads might still graze the ceiling, but the Elantra is among the most spacious in this class.

Our Elantra Limited test vehicle came with a power-adjustable driver's seat. It has a wide adjustment range, so it should suit short and tall drivers alike. The steering wheel also has an ample amount of adjustment, making it simple to find your ideal driving position.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The Elantra Limited's twin display screens, one for the gauges and one for the infotainment, are pleasing to use. The infotainment screen has easy-to-follow menus and quick and clear directions. The Elantra also scores extra points for including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, though they only come with the standard 8-inch infotainment screen. Confusingly, the larger 10.25-inch screen requires a cord to run either smartphone integration system.

Another bright spot is the Limited's improved voice activation system that responds accurately to web searches, addresses and even climate control commands. The available full suite of advanced driving aids is one of the best modern systems, with smooth adaptive cruise control and lane centering. We experienced no false warnings during our testing.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? Trunk space is slightly above average for the class, at 14.2 cubic feet, which is the same size as in the previous-generation Elantra. The rear seats fold flat with remote release latches in the trunk — some may find them more convenient than the releases on the seats themselves. Cupholders and storage cubbies for front passengers are nothing out of the ordinary. A wireless smartphone charging pad on the Limited trim is a nice touch.

In the back, there are two anchors on each rear outboard seat to fasten child safety seats into place. The anchors are easy to find between the cushions. The spacious back seat means you should be able to load rear-facing seats without having to scrunch into your driving position.

Fuel Economy

9.0/10

How’s the fuel economy? Depending on the model, the Elantra with the 2.0-liter engine gets an EPA-estimated 34-37 mpg in combined city/highway driving. Either way you're looking at excellent fuel economy. We easily verified the EPA's estimate and even exceeded it on our mixed-driving test route, achieving an impressive 41.8 mpg. A Elantra Hybrid is also available that has even better fuel economy.

Value

9.0/10

Is the Elantra a good value? Now you've entered the Elantra's sweet spot. It simply runs away from the competition with five years/60,000 miles of limited warranty coverage, 10 years/100,000 miles for the powertrain, and free maintenance for three years/36,000 miles. We also find the pricing attractive, especially considering the long list of features that comes standard on every model. Our only complaints: the amount of hard plastic in the cabin and a back seat nearly barren of any design.

Wildcard

7.0/10

The Elantra has a wow factor with its effusive exterior styling, large, bright screens and excellent voice controls. The base trims make no claim to driving excitement, but fortunately the high-output Elantra N exists for car enthusiasts desiring more.

Which Elantra does Edmunds recommend?

Hyundai hasn't released official information on the 2024 Elantra as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's Elantra, we recommend the SEL trim. It adds a handful of convenience and entertainment features, but more importantly, it's eligible for the optional Convenience package that adds several upgrades to significantly improve the Elantra's overall driving experience.

Hyundai Elantra models

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Elantra and updated with what we know so far about the 2024 model. We'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Hyundai Elantra is available in five main trim levels: SE, SEL, N Line, Limited and the high-performance N. But there's also the Elantra Hybrid, which comes in Blue and Limited trims. Here's what you get on each:

SE
Starts things off with:

147-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT)
Cloth upholstery
Height-adjustable driver's seat
Manually adjustable air conditioning
8-inch touchscreen
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
Six-speaker audio system

Standard safety equipment on all Elantras includes:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot collision avoidance assistance (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane is in your blind spot and may apply the brakes to avoid or minimize a collision)
Rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assistance (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot while reversing and may apply the brakes to avoid or minimize a collision)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the Elantra back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
Safe exit warning (warns of an approaching vehicle before passengers exit the parked vehicle)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered)
Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)

SEL
Adds more convenience features, such as:

Keyless entry and push-button start
Dual-zone automatic climate control
10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (non-wireless)

Options for the SEL include:

Convenience package

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Elantra and the car in front)
Enhanced forward collision mitigation system
17-inch alloy wheels
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Heated front seats
Wireless smartphone charging pad

Limited
This top-of-the-line trim comes loaded with all the SEL's optional features plus:

Leather-trimmed seats
Enhanced voice recognition system
Bose premium audio system
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Elantra and its surroundings in tight parking situations)

Elantra Hybrid Blue
The Blue trim gets similar standard equipment to the SEL, but it is not eligible for the Convenience and Premium packages. But it does have:

Hybrid powertrain with 1.6-liter engine and 139 hp
EPA-estimated 54 mpg combined
Six-speed automatic transmission
Heated front seats
Heated mirrors

Elantra Hybrid Limited
Combines the hybrid powertrain with the Limited's features. It also has:

EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined
Ventilated front seats
Driver's seat and mirror memory settings

N Line
It's equipped similarly to the standard SEL but is sportier thanks to:

201-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter engine
Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
18-inch alloy wheels with available performance tires
Sport-tuned springs and shock absorbers and a more sophisticated rear suspension design for better handling
Special exterior styling details
Combination leather and cloth seats

Elantra N
Similarly equipped to the Limited but adds performance and distinctive styling with:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine good for 276 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque
Six-speed manual transmission or eight-speed dual-clutch automatic
19-inch alloy wheels with high-performance summer tires
Bigger brakes
Variable sport exhaust
Electronically controlled limited-slip differential (helps maximize available traction during hard acceleration)
The more sophisticated rear suspension design from the N Line, plus adaptive dampers
Unique exterior fascia
Elantra N-specific steering wheel
Sport front seats with additional bolstering

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My 23 Elantra HEV Limited STILL a very good choice

Steve M, 02/27/2023

2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM)

I have only driven this car for about 350 miles, so this is my initial thoughts on this car. I will update this review and the miles/time increase. 1. Looks-This car is a bright red and looks sharp. The interior also looks pretty nice, but the hard plastics at the top of the doors is a head scratcher. Why put hard plastic at all? Now...keeping it looking new will be easy, and it … obviously won't get tears or dents, like leather or softer materials. It just seems odd they made that choice. 2. Performance-The Elantra HEV hybrid power systems blend perfectly into the 6speed dual clutch transmission. The power shifting and blending between gas and electric motors is seemless/smooth. It has decent pickup for a hybrid, with my timed 0-60 time at about 8.5 sec. The ride is exceptionally smooth over rough Ohio roads filled w potholes/cracks. It even has enough power for towing 1100lb or less (although, I won't be towing anything). MPG of 49/50/52 is pretty dang good. At $3.00/gallon, it costs me $33 to fill up from completely empty with my 11 gal tank...and gives me over 570 miles range on the highway! When calculated, that comes to 6 cents per mile (rounded up). 3. Comfort-The leather seats are decent. I have owned many luxury cars with better leather seats, but these seem comfortable enough so far. The drivers cockpit has a decent amount of space for a compact car. I am able to get into a very comfortable driving position. My last car had 30 way adjustments. This feels like it will be adequate even with only 6 way adjustable drivers seat. The front seats are heated AND cooled. The rear seats have adequate leg and head space for even taller people. It also has a sunroof; dual side controls for heat/AC; Easy entry/exit of car, even for bigger people 4. Tech (Get ready...its a long list)-Smart key(keep keys in your pocket); Digital Key (Hyundai is the only car company that offers it at this price point. It means I can turn my Android phone into a key that will open/lock and drive the car if I lose/forget my smart key That is a handy thing to have if you lose your key or just want one less thing in your pocket/purse; Remote start from key or phone app (if you're in the center of a building, you can still start it); Adaptive cruise w Stop & Go; Collision and Pedestrian Detection/Avoidance; Cyclist turning detection/avoidance; Lane keeping Assist (that is really a semi-autonomous driving feature); Rear back up collision warning and braking; back up camera; battery reset from Hybrid battery (if your starting battery gets to weak from sitting or something else, you can use the hybrid battery to jumpstart the car by using a simple switch); Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake; Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning; Power drivers seat w 2 person memory settings; multi configurable dashboard and vehicle settings; Entertainment/radio with 8 speaker Bose speakers (sounds pretty good for a Hyundai); Apple Carplay and Android Auto; Wireless phone charger 5. Value-It comes with a 5 year/60k miles Bumper-Bumper Warranty. 2 years better that most other car companies; All the tech, performance, comfort and better warranty for the same price range or better than other compact cars, like Prius and hybrid Corolla/Insight; 3 years of scheduled maintenance FREE Things I didn't like/thought they could do better: 1. The seat handle on the L side of the passenger seat...WHY??? 2. No Homelink for garage door 3. While it has Apple and Android systems, they are not wireless. You need a phone cord. 4. The before mentioned plastic on the interior top of the doors. Overall, I am thrilled with this car so far with it's Performance, MPG, Amazing amount of Tech, Comfort and it's Warranty (I even upgraded to the transferable extended bumper to bumper for 10 years/150K miles). Outside of regular maintenance and normal wearable items(tires, brakes, etc), I won't have to pay for a repair for 10 years. UPDATE: Ok, at 700 miles and 1 month so far and everything is still accurate. It is getting right at 50mpg with mix of highway and city. Love the fact it cost $33 to go over 550 miles. So far, a great choice. 2nd UPDATE: At 4K miles now. Car is still flawless. No issues at all. As it's gotten warmer, the MPGs have gone up. Getting 56MPG in mixed driving at times, usually closer to 55. The semi-auto driving is nice to have and works pretty well...but don't trust it 100%. Not on ANY car. This hybrid has really good pick-up for such good MPG. As far as Tech...It really comes in handy to be able to drive the car with your cell phone as the key. I'm sticking with my initial impression and highly recommend you buy one if value, great MPGs, smooth ride, decent power, great tech, reliable, good looks and a comfortable car matter to you.

Excellent drive and great mpg!

Hal, 09/18/2022

2023 Hyundai Elantra SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

Have had the car for just over a month now, with a little over 3,000 miles on her. It's supposed to get 30mpg city/40 mpg hwy. I've been constantly getting over 40mpg city/hwy combined, and if it's mostly hwy driving, mpg in the low 50's! It's got nice pickup as well, and is just a plain fun car to drive! Love the included warranties and maintenance specials, too!

Very nice car loaded with features

Lighting Blue, 12/04/2022

2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM)

I got the 2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited hybrid. The interior is very spacious and upscale. It comes with leather heated and ventilated seats, moonroof and great safety features. I like the digital displays and ambient lighting. I am getting 52 mpg combined. The ride is smooth.

Excellent!!!

John S. , 09/30/2022

2023 Hyundai Elantra Blue 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 6AM)

I love it! I drive over 150 miles a day 5 days a week and it is quiet, smooth and comfortable with great gas mileage ❤️

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Drag Race! Hyundai Elantra N vs. Volkswagen Golf GTI | Power, Top Speed, 0-60, U-Drag & More

[MUSIC PLAYING] LAUREN MCCAY: Welcome to U-Drags. My name is Laurie McCay, your host from Edmunds. And today, we're pitting a classic against the new kid on the block. This is the 2022 Volkswagen GTI, AKA, the OG of the high hatch. This car has so much history. And this one, the newbie, is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N. Now don't get it twisted. This car has had some success on the U-Drags track. And I definitely recommend going to see that video. So what exactly is U-Drags? I'm so glad you asked. It's a race down the track, they're going to hard brake around, flip it, and come back. That means in one single race, we get quarter mile, hard braking, handling, and a rolling start all in one. After these two race the first time, they're going to come back, we're going to swap drivers and lanes, and run it again. Why? Because we want to make it there for each car. Going head to head, we have the 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI with 241 horsepower and 273 pound feet of torque. And the 2022 Hyundai Elantra with 276 horsepower and 289 pound feet of torque. Can the newcomer Elantra N put a win against the well-established GTI? To find out, we have expert drivers Kurt and Jonathan from our very own Edmunds test team. If you want to see more U-Drags, you know what to do. Go ahead and like and subscribe to our channel below. And if you want a cash offer for your car, head over to edmunds.com/sellmycar to get an instant quote today. [MUSIC PLAYING] JONATHAN ELFALAN: All right. I am driving the GTI. So the guy in this instance is a bit of an underdog. I'm going up against the Elantra N, which is fast, it's a fast sedan. GTI is solid, it's solid all around. But I am down on horsepower. What I do know is I have great brakes and great tires. So if I have any chance of winning this race, it's going to be under braking, I got to go deeper, I got to corner harder, and just get a good exit on the way back. As far as launch settings go, with most Volkswagens nowadays, if you want to turn off the stability control system, it's kind of buried in a menu. You have to go to the vehicle settings, select Brakes, and then we run with ESC off. And then going to the drive modes, I want Sport. Then I just hold the brake, floor the gas, and if I've done it correctly, launch control should show up in the gauge cluster. KURT NIEBUHR: Hyundai Elantra N, here we are. I love this car. If you have watched the original set of U-Drags, which you should, if you have not, watch that. We put this up against a new Subaru WRX. And spoiler alert, this did pretty well. Anyway, now it's going up against the Volkswagen Golf GTI. This car has more power. I think this car has a more sophisticated drivetrain. Its limited slip in this car is pretty good. Great grip, traction, everything, under braking, playful handling, you name it. This car has got it. It also has launch control, which I will be using. So I will now walk you through how to do it. You can put it in N mode, swipe again, you have performance options, change the RPM on launch control. I'm going to set it at about 3,200. I also have a little NGS button down here, which adds kind of like a little overboost. I'm not sure which time I'm going to use it, if I'm going to use it on the way down through the quarter mile, or if I'm going to use it on the way back. If I get out to a head start, I won't touch it until I'm on my way back just to rub it in. LAUREN MCCAY: All right, drivers. If you're ready, give me that thumbs up. Sweet. Here we go. In 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Yeah! Go! JONATHAN ELFALAN: Come on. KURT NIEBUHR: Whoo. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Oh. KURT NIEBUHR: Oh, this is close. This is going to be really close. LAUREN MCCAY: Oh snap. OK. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Got to get him on the brakes. Get him on the brakes. Get him on the brakes. Yeah. Come on. Oh, win the marbles. Come on. Let's go. Let's go. Let's go. Let's go. KURT NIEBUHR: Come on. Come on. JONATHAN ELFALAN: You got this. You got this. Whoo. It's going to be close. KURT NIEBUHR: Oh no. JONATHAN ELFALAN: We got it. KURT NIEBUHR: Oh no. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Oh my God. Yes. KURT NIEBUHR: Son of a [BLEEPS]. LAUREN MCCAY: Wow. That was like a needle's worth. JONATHAN ELFALAN: So I love your facial expression, man. That's awesome. So tell me what you're feeling, Kurt. KURT NIEBUHR: I don't know what I'm feeling. I'm feeling that you won by a bumper. You threw that thing into the corner probably on the absolute limit. I thought I did too. But this thing seemed to be in the wrong gear when I got out of the corners that I think it might have been in one gear too high and it took a little bit to get out of the way. But oh man. I'm so bummed because this was a really good match. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Yeah, it kind of played out the way that I saw it playing out. I knew if I was just close enough to you at the end of the quarter that I might be able to pull it out, mainly because I think this thing stops better and corners better, shockingly, because it's just the GTI versus the N version of that. KURT NIEBUHR: Yeah, I thought I'd be able to pull you back in. But I guess-- God [BLEEPS]. That was close. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Well, what do you say we switch lanes and give this another go? KURT NIEBUHR: I say we do that. After you. JONATHAN ELFALAN: You are too kind, sir. [MUSIC PLAYING] Hey, man. It's all good. We're still friends after this. KURT NIEBUHR: I hope the same thing happens actually. SPEAKER 1: [INAUDIBLE] standing by. KURT NIEBUHR: Volkswagen Golf GTI, it's so good at everything it does. It's irritatingly good. But here we are. This is a toss up. So I'm going to use launch control. It should get away with almost no wheelspin. And that's-- can't argue with that. You get a great time, yeah, that's what matters. JONATHAN ELFALAN: I am in the Elantra N now, which should be the quicker car. I really need to get out of the hole quick, not over brake. The stopping is pretty good. It's not as good as the GTI I don't think. I'm going to save my N grin shift boost for the last of the race because if it's really close, I think that's going to help me pull out the win. LAUREN MCCAY: All right, drivers. Here we go. In 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, go. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Oh, launch control did not work. Oh. What happened. KURT NIEBUHR: Oh, I think he used the N grin shift because he's coming back. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Here we go. Here we go. Here we go. Don't over brake it. Oh God. Oh. KURT NIEBUHR: Got him. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Come on, boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Boost. Oh my God. Oh my God. KURT NIEBUHR: Still got it. JONATHAN ELFALAN: Launch control just did not work. KURT NIEBUHR: This thing is still really good. I could tell that you were using the overboost because I got a pretty good jump and I looked over, and I was like, where did that extra power come from? Oh, the magic button. JONATHAN ELFALAN: So my launch control didn't work. It just I did it and it decided not to show up today. So the launch was disastrous. And I think I just had more power. I actually wasn't using the overboost on the way down. I think that was just my power advantage. I tried to use it on the way back. But I think it was too little too late trying to catch up to that thing. But yeah, this definitely doesn't stop quite as quickly as that GTI. And then the cornering, I don't know. The GTI just feels hooked up and solid. Surprisingly, again, this is the N. This is supposed to be the high performance version of the Elantra, which it is. But I feel like that GTI just is a little bit better put together. KURT NIEBUHR: Yeah, the Elantra N has better feel. But this thing somehow, it doesn't need the feel. It just does everything a tiny bit better. And I hate to keep saying that, but it really does. It doesn't feel as aggressive, it doesn't sound as aggressive, but it's just it performs a little bit better. [MUSIC PLAYING] LAUREN MCCAY: So what did we learn? Well, in race one, the Elantra gets an early lead and crosses the quarter mile faster than the GTI. But the GTI was able to flex its braking prowess as it powered up to the turn, catching up to the Elantra. The GTI then out cornered the Elantra and eked out the win as it crossed the finish line with its fastest time of 38.5 seconds, a tenth of a second faster than the Elantra's best time. In race two, the Elantra had a little trouble with launch control, allowing for the GTI to get ahead. But they were both neck and neck, going into the turn. Check out the lateral G's the Elantra pulled, 1.03. Still, it wasn't enough, as the GTI came out of the turn ahead and kept the lead all the way through the finish, getting the second win of the circuit. All right, Kurt. Talk to me. How was the ride for you? Very interesting race. KURT NIEBUHR: I mean, these cars are so closely matched. As good as that car feels, this car performs a tiny bit better just all over the place. And I bet if we did this 10 times in a row, it would just flip back and forth every time. JONATHAN ELFALAN: I'd agree with that. And I mean, the fact that Volkswagen has been building this car for decades, and I mean, this is the first Elantra N that we've seen. It's a great first effort. And like Kurt was saying, it's very exciting to drive. But when you put them together, it's just this one is refined where this one-- I mean, the launch control didn't work in the second race. I did everything the same. And it just decided not to work. So and that's life. Sometimes you don't get second chances. You had your chance, you blew it, winner. GTI. LAUREN MCCAY: GTI, the winner. Look at you solving life's issues one U-Drags race at a time. Stay tuned. Thanks for watching. And now you get to decide which one you'd want. See you next time. [MUSIC PLAYING]

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2024 Hyundai Elantra Features Specs

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Total MSRP	$22,590
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	36 MPG
Cost to Drive	$108/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Honda Civic

The Honda Civic is an example of how to do things right, which is why it's historically been a class leader and earned Edmunds Top Rated awards. The Civic holds an advantage with its more refined interior and the available turbocharged engine. Still, the Elantra's styling — especially the new look — and very generous warranty should attract plenty of customers.

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

The Elantra and Kia Forte are cut from the same cloth. They share much of their underpinnings, including their base engines. The Elantra goes beyond what Kia offers with a hybrid model and the sporty N model. They are both value leaders in this class, so you really can't go wrong either way. The decision could easily come down to which one looks better to you or which one is available first.

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Mazda 3

The Mazda 3 brings its A game to the class, with graceful styling, an interior that looks and feels far more expensive than you'd expect for the class, and the sporty performance Mazda is famous for. The available turbocharged engine is the choice for performance-minded shoppers, but the Elantra N packs more power. Read Edmunds' long-term road test of the Mazda 3.

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13 Colors
6 Trims
3 Packages
$20,950starting MSRP

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Elantra safety features:

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist: Issues an alert if the vehicle is about to collide with another vehicle in the next lane and may apply brakes to avoid or reduce the impact.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist: Detects oncoming vehicles while you're reversing and issues an alert. Brakes automatically if appropriate.
Lane Following Assist: Makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane.

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The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	4 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	Not Rated
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	Not Rated
Driver	Not Rated
Passenger	Not Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	Not Rated
Back Seat	Not Rated
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	5 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	10.1%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Not Tested
Roof Strength Test	Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Good

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Is the Hyundai Elantra a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 Elantra both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.8 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 Elantra gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 61 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Elantra has 14.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Hyundai Elantra. Learn more

What's new in the 2024 Hyundai Elantra?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Hyundai Elantra:

Refreshed front and rear styling
Elantra N gets steering and handling upgrades
Additional tech and driver assist features
Part of the seventh Elantra generation introduced for 2021

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Is the Hyundai Elantra reliable?

To determine whether the Hyundai Elantra is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Elantra. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Elantra's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Hyundai Elantra a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Hyundai Elantra is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 Elantra and gave it a 7.8 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 Elantra gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 61 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 Elantra is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra?

The least-expensive 2024 Hyundai Elantra is the 2024 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $21,475.

Other versions include:

SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $21,475
SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $23,425
Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) which starts at $26,915
N Line 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $28,315

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What are the different models of Hyundai Elantra?

If you're interested in the Hyundai Elantra, the next question is, which Elantra model is right for you? Elantra variants include SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT), SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT), Limited 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT), and N Line 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM). For a full list of Elantra models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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