Hyundai Elantra Review

The Elantra is marked by a variety of edgy design elements, including a “shark-nose” front end, dual-LED projector headlights, 15- to 18-inch alloy wheels, and up to seven bold paints, including:

• Intense Blue
• Ultimate Red
• Fluid Metal

Meanwhile, its compact size lends itself to agile handling, allowing you to navigate narrow city streets and then easily maneuver into tight or on-street parking spots.

When you enter the cabin of the Elantra, you’ll be amazed at how spacious it is, offering plenty of wiggle room for riders in both rows:

Meanwhile, everyone on board will be able to stow their gear within its 14.2-cubic-foot cargo hold. As you’re setting off on an adventure, you and your passengers can enjoy the available power tilt-and-slide sunroof, which makes the cabin feel even more spacious.

You’ll have your choice of two powertrains, enabling you to select the one that has the output you require.

• 2.0L engine: 147 horsepower, 132 lb-ft of torque
• 1.6L turbocharged engine: 201 horsepower, 195 lb-ft of torque

The Smartstream® Intelligent Variable Transmission is standard on four of five trims, while a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® comes equipped on the N-Line. Drive Mode Select is standard on all trim levels and provides three modes to adjust the engine and transmission to your driving style:

• Normal
• Sport
• Smart

Which mode will you try out first?

Although there are minor variations depending on which model of the Elantra you choose, each one delivers. Even the athletic N Line yields an EPA-estimated 28 city/35 highway MPG.^*

Thanks to its 12.4-gallon tank, you’ll be able to travel over 500 miles before stopping to refuel. As a result, you’ll be able to keep moving forward and keep the pump where it belongs—in your rear view.

Whether you’re commuting to work, running local errands, or heading out on vacation, having the right soundtrack can make the trip more enjoyable. Using standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Bluetooth® with Voice Recognition, and its 8-inch touchscreen, you can access your preferred playlist or podcast. Dual USB ports in both the front and second rows come standard, so everyone on board can “plug in.”

Raising the ante in the tech department is a variety of available upgrades, including:

• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Wireless device charging pad
• 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation
• Bose premium audio system with 8 speakers

With any of these upgrades installed in your Elantra, your friends and family will ooh and ahh every time they step into the cabin.

SmartSense is Hyundai’s network of advanced safety technologies. Among the many standard systems in the Elantra that help keep you out of harm’s way are:

• High Beam Assist
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist/Lane Following Assist

Hyundai covers all the bases. SmartSense ensures your time spent on unpredictable roads is smooth and serene. Once you arrive at your destination, standard Safe Exit Warning keeps the protection rolling. This feature monitors the flanks of your vehicle, ensuring no vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians are passing by as you plan to open the door.