In addition why complain about the trunk ability to stack a bag when you know that would change the style of the car. Once you mentioned this and compared the trunk space to a Nissan Sentra perhaps you could have shown a picture of that care noting that cars higher decklid. Which probably looks high and goofy!
I personally am fine with my 2019 elantra and i did't like the styling at first but it grew on me and i like it. Maybe few years down the road i'll upgrade too a elantra gt sport N line.
Crazy how compact cars are now low 6s to get from 0-60, and midsize cars are pushing mid 5s, "affordable" sports cars are now in the low 4s which was supercar territory just a little over a decade ago
Even more incredible when people realize that they don't even need all that fast 0 to 60 time an extra horsepower most people are just going to run to the next stop light
@@vtecninja6363 Thats what I got, went looking for it and dealerships were quick to try to get me ti buy that new ugly. Nope, just nope, when I found my 2018, hell yeah!!
@@truckercowboyed2638 Same, I saw a base model 2019 Elantra recently and I was just like "god that's ugly". Hyundai was on such a roll lately too, shame.
Hyundai definitely dropped the ball on the refreshed design. It's ugly as sin. The first generation Sport (last generation Elantra) was a really nice looking car. The new Forte is way better looking than the Elantra now.
Hyundai is going back to it's Korean quirky roots. Their sales have been doing poorly and dealers complained their designs were too boring. I personally love Korean art, but Hyundai is a really poor example.
@@MDaDonLegacy how did you buy a 2020 Sport with a manual transmission they didn't make one this year doesn't come back til the new N series in 2021 model
@@MDaDonLegacy seriously I hate the US gets screwed with not having 6 speeds. Thanks God the making a 2021 electra N with a 6 speed also the upgrades are nice
I have to say that it's a perfect 10 for me I have several cars and to tell you the truth it's my daily driver I have a 2017 Toyota tacoma and also a 2015 Toyota Corolla beside my 2020 elantra sport with the new trans. and so far it's going strong have no issues as of yet plus it's fun to drive the experience its excellent the ride its comfortable especially when driving in curve narrow streets here in puerto rico I recommend it👍
The Forte seems like identical value if you want to avoid the anime eyes, being twin cars, if not even better because the active safety stuff comes in on lower trims. If you're fine with the (pretty good) CVT.
Love this car. At first, I thought "eh..." But now it's really grown on me. Sporty, youthful yet not over the top fugly like it's competition (looking at you Chevy and Mazda).
Congratulations Alex! Your reviews are reight to the point! Anything you want to learn-know, nothing you don't. And the thing with the graphics compering other cars it's really the greatest thing I ever watched on reviewing. Kind regards!
VW made the new Jetta GLI as big as their Passat from literally just a handful of years ago. Seriously, for all practical purposes; it's the same size. More powerful, better looking (except the rear taillights) but the same size. I want a sporty compact. Not a Mid-size masquerading as a compact.
You said Alex, manual is more engaging. Great review even though I don't agree with your views on DCTs being good. We need to keep manuals in circulation as long as possible. DCTs are nice, but only two pedals and "automated" clutch means an automatic.
@@truckercowboyed2638 This is true. But enthusiasts mostly care about the driving experience, not the looks. In my opinion, the previous version was handsome and understated.
@@ivanlowjones Of course it's a bit of hyperbole. In reality, my main issue with the design of this car is the lack of cohesion from front to back. From the side, it's still the same as the previous version, while the back is actually still very elegant and restrained. Meanwhile, the front is just a crazy gaping maw. I think a lot of Toyotas suffer from this design strategy. In every other way it's a vanilla car, but in order to make it seem more exciting, they tack on an over-styled, aggressive front end. It doesn't suit the car's character.
I completely agree about having reverse beside first gear. I have a GTI, coming from a car that had reverse below fifth (9-5 aero). On Camaros it's worse. There is nothing stopping you from accidentally shifting into reverse if you meant to shift into first.
Craig Emslie I haven’t heard of any DCT being greatly reliable. It looks like the best choices are manual in first place, and the old slush box is second, followed by CVT and DCT, respectively. Toyota has good CVTs, but the general design philosophy of a DCT seems very problem prone. They seem to either be fine, or grenade themselves with violent shifting. Can’t be good lol.
One thing I didn't like about the Elantra sedan was the rear door length... It is so long that it's difficult to open the door wide in tight spaces to get kids in and out...
I appreciated Alex's comment about the DCT / paddle shifters combo being the "best of both worlds". As someone who misses stick but sees the practicality and resale value of automatic, wonder what other cars in the under 30 range with DCT he would recommend?
I agree with you on the three point turn complaint with the manual, I drive a manual MK6 Jetta TDI, and my god, doing three point turns disengaging reverse and going into first multiple times, it's absolutely aggravating, especially when there's cars waiting for you to complete it and it keeps sticking into first despite the fact you're pushing it down, or when you're not pushing at all but it's still going into reverse... argh!
I honestly wouldn’t buy a new automatic car unless it was a dct, I know you like that ZF but it’s just not my thing, I love the quirks of a DCT and concentrating on my technique to make it last. I’ve got a DCT fiesta going on 90k with 0 trips to the shop since mile 3 when I got it
Another truly great video quality Alex. Really loving this concise/precision formula that you have refined over the years, boiling things down to a science. Looking forward to your next video.
Who makes the CVT that Hyundai/Kia is using in their compact cars? If it's Jatco expect them to be very trouble prone. Toyota uses Aisin CVTs. Supposedly much more reliable but long term reliability on any CVT is suspect.
I'm curious about that WRT Toyota. Toyotas whole culture is so reliability oriented so I'm curious how they tested a third party CVT and if they made any changes to it for reliability.
Hello Alex. I really enjoy your reviews and format. Very thorough and informative. By the way I completely agree about reverse gear. It should always be over to the right and down, of course with a spring push or lift lever.
Hey buddies! Get the Forte GT and thank me later (if in general badge is not a prob for you). GT is the higher trim of Forte Model with more functional and user friendly features (i.e. safety plus, suspension, driving feel) compared with its’ counterpart Hyundae Elantra Sport in Canada! Tho both cars got the same HP, Forte GT is lill bit expensive I reckon. I own a 2020 4 Doors Forte GT with automatic DCT and I believe only Civic SI (comes with manual T ‘more engaging’, I do love SI~3K more than Forte GT; HP 205 but in practical Forte GT can reach 0-60 mph shoulder to shoulder) would able to compete against Forte GT within the economic, fuel efficient sporty or grand touring, sleeper and/or small sedan classes of car (~30K CAD). If you are a guy who want a lill faster car than regular point A to B drive sedans, I suggest you then compare the following cars with Forte GT in-terms of HP, pricing, interest rate (if needed), features, int and ext design, any trade-in equity (especially if there is any negative owe amount, I found Kia’s customer service is top notch in SK) and warranties before you buy one (reliability and resale value of Corolla and Civic are higher than Forte or Hyundae Elantra- I personally believe; I had both Honda and Toyota Cars in past, but Kia and Hyundae are not so far from there, and they are changing the game these days and will continue doing this): Forte GT vs Civic SI vs Civic Touring vs Civic Sport Forte GT vs Corolla XSE Forte GT vs Mazda 3 Sport Forte GT vs Hyundae Sport Forte GT vs others And pick the one that suits you! For me it was 2020 Forte GT! BTW best of luck on your future car.
Alex, there is an exterior trunk release button. You press the H on the trunk. Not the H itself, but the sheet metal above the horizontal bar on the H. It's weird, but that is where it is. You missed it, bro'. I love your reviews. You are among the very best, if not the best, but you missed that little detail.
Jovaughn Gueno very few people in the government are in their right mind as should go without saying, and definitely don’t deal with a CVT’s inherently not long lasting design. As they all roll in Tahoe’s, Suburbans and Escalades.
Jovaughn Gueno I know just being a little sarcastic. Those regulations have been relaxed, I think H/K are just trying to get closer to the competition’s numbers now
My 2019 Elantra sport with DCT they had to replace the clutch plates at 30k miles. It started having ruff shifting and hesitation to shift. The suspension creaks when turning at slow speeds and numerous times to the dealer for that and Palm Springs hyundai can’t figure where it comes from. Also the ac randomly gets warm but doesn’t happen when the dealership tests it of course. Is anyone else experiencing these problems on their Elantra sport?
QUESTION: If the cabin noise is average for this segment, then how does it get an "A-"? Wouldn't average be more in the "C" range -- which would place it near the center of a normal distribution (bell-shaped-curve) for this class of car? I mean, "average" cannot be in the "A" category by any definition that I'm aware of. Thanks.
there is good value in the Elantra but i prefer the 2018 elantra sports and a few are still on dealer lots and they are slashing prices for the incoming 2019.. that's the one I'm getting..
If only there was a car that combined the ride and handling of the Civic, the warranty and value of the Elantra, and plug-in efficiency of the Niro. It would be called the Cilantro.
This facelift should not have been a facelift. The body of previous model stands in stark contrast to the new bits; the geometry is so wildly different. As an all new body style this could have been really great. Too bad it's a band-aid, half baked situation for now. Still a generally good car though.
We may forgive the redesign if they give us a N version of this model. And why not, they're off the same chassis? I hope they don't do this redesign to the Elantra GT.
Beginning of the year these were heavily discounted so I went to test drive one. Honestly the drivetrain felt rickety like a used car. Even for $15,000 after discounts, I was not impressed or able to look past this.
6MT is the most fun to drive ,better handling and control than the DCT, DCT doesn't know what to do sometimes plus is very slow to downshit , This DCT Transmision surfers from Parkinson disease in bumper to bumper traffic it will make you nauseous , i drove both and DCT is no bueno ,better give me a regular automatic, they do all this to improve fuel economy 2-3 miles/gallon,who cares ? gasoline in USA Is so cheap . BETTER buy the 2018 model is way better looking
In addition to removing the manual option for 2020, IMO they completely ruined the front on this new one with the overstyled origami face. The previous gen looked so handsome: cdn.motor1.com/images/mgl/nQRjG/s3/2017-hyundai-elantra-sport-review.jpg
I wonder how the "value" trim have auto climate and the sport trim more expensive (u driving in the video) but with manual climate control? u upgrade the engine but downgrade the comfort?
This is nothing like the new Sonata! Sorry Alex! This is more like a 2012 Civic, needs a emergency remodel now! Also needs more features like the Forte GT.
I personally think Hyundai ruined the styling, especially the wheels compared to the previous Sport, that had some of the nicest wheels at any price. The awkward and diverse angular design features front and rear, not to mention the huge Lexus like grill are inexcusable. At least it is still an outstanding value though.
Great review as always Alex. I'm a Hyundai fan but I think they completely botched the exterior redesign with the refresh which is one of the worst of any car I can remember from recent memory (maybe the 2019 Chevy Camaro SS could go in that bucket too). I'm not sure what they were thinking with those sharp headlights. This thing is not going to age well.
Why did he leave out the Nissan Sentra in some of the comparisons? Say what u want about the CVT in the Nissan I dont think anyone can argue about how roomy the Nissan is. I love the trunk space in my 2018.
Elantras are definitely more value and if these are close to or better than mazda3 on terms of driving, I'll go with these, particularly GT Sport or N Line one. Sad you didn't review the N Line model :(
I own the 2019 Elantra Sport DCT. Truth is, it's an incredible automobile.
How has it been? Have you sold the car?
You can actually open the trunk from a button, its hidden in the top part of the Hyundai logo, under the paint
In addition why complain about the trunk ability to stack a bag when you know that would change the style of the car. Once you mentioned this and compared the trunk space to a Nissan Sentra perhaps you could have shown a picture of that care noting that cars higher decklid. Which probably looks high and goofy!
It’s been a feature on the sonata for years now as well. I’m surprised he didn’t know about it.
It comes with a sticker that points it out...
Ah I was about to point this out, I hope more people can like this so that it gets noticed up top.
@@4047530025 lol... You said "probably" 😂
Legend has it that no one dares thumbs down Alex's videos because he is all knowing and will find you😔
I personally am fine with my 2019 elantra and i did't like the styling at first but it grew on me and i like it. Maybe few years down the road i'll upgrade too a elantra gt sport N line.
Crazy how compact cars are now low 6s to get from 0-60, and midsize cars are pushing mid 5s, "affordable" sports cars are now in the low 4s which was supercar territory just a little over a decade ago
And yet the mainstream compact crossovers are the ones selling, and are much slower than that.
@@digitaldoc100 most people want mpg not speed
Even more incredible when people realize that they don't even need all that fast 0 to 60 time an extra horsepower most people are just going to run to the next stop light
Alex you press inside the emblem on the truck to pop it open and some models have a smart opening trunk.
The previous version looked SO much better.
Agreed that new front end is so out of place
Needs emergency refresh. Really liked the 2018
@@vtecninja6363 Thats what I got, went looking for it and dealerships were quick to try to get me ti buy that new ugly. Nope, just nope, when I found my 2018, hell yeah!!
Looks like a voltorb
i love mine! she’s a beaut
Not a fan of the new styling, the previous version looked way better in my opinion.
In person I have to double take of what I'm looking at lol.
@@truckercowboyed2638 Same, I saw a base model 2019 Elantra recently and I was just like "god that's ugly". Hyundai was on such a roll lately too, shame.
Hyundai definitely dropped the ball on the refreshed design. It's ugly as sin. The first generation Sport (last generation Elantra) was a really nice looking car. The new Forte is way better looking than the Elantra now.
Hyundai is going back to it's Korean quirky roots. Their sales have been doing poorly and dealers complained their designs were too boring.
I personally love Korean art, but Hyundai is a really poor example.
@@MyWonderApple the front looks like some Doritos lol.
They should have improved the interior and left the exterior alone . The last 2 models were better looking .
The 2018 model was criticized for not standing out enough. Well, it does now...
I just bought a 2020 Elantra Sport. 6 speed M/T. The front end kept me up for an entire night with no sleep haha. I now like it a lot more.
@@MDaDonLegacy how did you buy a 2020 Sport with a manual transmission they didn't make one this year doesn't come back til the new N series in 2021 model
@@robertblack6630 Canada bud
@@MDaDonLegacy seriously I hate the US gets screwed with not having 6 speeds. Thanks God the making a 2021 electra N with a 6 speed also the upgrades are nice
I have to say that it's a perfect 10 for me I have several cars and to tell you the truth it's my daily driver I have a 2017 Toyota tacoma and also a 2015 Toyota Corolla beside my 2020 elantra sport with the new trans. and so far it's going strong have no issues as of yet plus it's fun to drive the experience its excellent the ride its comfortable especially when driving in curve narrow streets here in puerto rico I recommend it👍
i’m buying a 2020 elantra sport. i love it
The Forte seems like identical value if you want to avoid the anime eyes, being twin cars, if not even better because the active safety stuff comes in on lower trims. If you're fine with the (pretty good) CVT.
Love this car. At first, I thought "eh..." But now it's really grown on me. Sporty, youthful yet not over the top fugly like it's competition (looking at you Chevy and Mazda).
I guess I’ll be keeping my 17 Elantra Sport
i just took a 4hr road trip in my 2019 elantra se and was avg. 45 mpg
I have the 2017 sport and get 37-40mpg on flat roads
What transmission do you have?
@@charredskeleton 6 spd auto
I think the trunk release is ‘hidden’ in the top portion of the Hyundai emblem on the trunk lid. Like the current gen Sonata.
Congratulations Alex! Your reviews are reight to the point! Anything you want to learn-know, nothing you don't.
And the thing with the graphics compering other cars it's really the greatest thing I ever watched on reviewing. Kind regards!
VW made the new Jetta GLI as big as their Passat from literally just a handful of years ago. Seriously, for all practical purposes; it's the same size. More powerful, better looking (except the rear taillights) but the same size. I want a sporty compact. Not a Mid-size masquerading as a compact.
In korea, older one is selling on higher price than this new gen elantra(avante)
they are trying to push the new stock, they realize their mistake of the design
You said Alex, manual is more engaging. Great review even though I don't agree with your views on DCTs being good. We need to keep manuals in circulation as long as possible. DCTs are nice, but only two pedals and "automated" clutch means an automatic.
Unfortunately Hyundai has dropped the 6-speed manual from the Sport trim for 2020.
@@JTube571 It is truly sad indeed. Fewer and fewer options left for people who want to be more engaged in their driving.
That front end is ridiculous. Hyundai needs to learn when to leave a good design alone. There's a fine line between exciting and vomit-inducing.
But then they get attacked by enthusiasts that's it's too boring. Hyundai cant please everyone.
@@truckercowboyed2638 This is true. But enthusiasts mostly care about the driving experience, not the looks. In my opinion, the previous version was handsome and understated.
Did you actually regurgitate your stomach contents when you first saw a 2019 Elantra? Really...?
@@ivanlowjones Of course it's a bit of hyperbole. In reality, my main issue with the design of this car is the lack of cohesion from front to back. From the side, it's still the same as the previous version, while the back is actually still very elegant and restrained. Meanwhile, the front is just a crazy gaping maw. I think a lot of Toyotas suffer from this design strategy. In every other way it's a vanilla car, but in order to make it seem more exciting, they tack on an over-styled, aggressive front end. It doesn't suit the car's character.
@@dil6969
UA-cam commenters using excessive hyperbole.......say it ain't so 🤨🤨🤨
I love my 2019 Elantra Sport! One of the best vehicles I’ve ever owned!!
that little econobox came a long way, its sure developed into something nice in its category
I completely agree about having reverse beside first gear. I have a GTI, coming from a car that had reverse below fifth (9-5 aero). On Camaros it's worse. There is nothing stopping you from accidentally shifting into reverse if you meant to shift into first.
I have heard so many issues when it comes to DCT's. A lot of those issues have me picking a Civic over the Elantra.
Craig Emslie I haven’t heard of any DCT being greatly reliable. It looks like the best choices are manual in first place, and the old slush box is second, followed by CVT and DCT, respectively. Toyota has good CVTs, but the general design philosophy of a DCT seems very problem prone. They seem to either be fine, or grenade themselves with violent shifting. Can’t be good lol.
DCT don't last long.. ask Ford
One thing I didn't like about the Elantra sedan was the rear door length... It is so long that it's difficult to open the door wide in tight spaces to get kids in and out...
Your right about r gear it should be to the lower right. I got a 7speed sport red. Nice video thanks.
Trunk release is in the upper section of the "H" logo...
I was impressed with my rental Elantra.
It was a 2017
I appreciated Alex's comment about the DCT / paddle shifters combo being the "best of both worlds". As someone who misses stick but sees the practicality and resale value of automatic, wonder what other cars in the under 30 range with DCT he would recommend?
Agree, but the resale value of any Hyundai is comparatively poor still....unfortunately
I prefer the reverse at this place because i use it more than the six th gear! : so closer! 👍🏻
This looks fine. I've seen one in person. Looks great.
I agree with you on the three point turn complaint with the manual, I drive a manual MK6 Jetta TDI, and my god, doing three point turns disengaging reverse and going into first multiple times, it's absolutely aggravating, especially when there's cars waiting for you to complete it and it keeps sticking into first despite the fact you're pushing it down, or when you're not pushing at all but it's still going into reverse... argh!
Funny thing is the civic si requires premium fuel and the Hyundai S takes regular........that’ll make up for the 3 Mpg’s less you get in the Hyundai.
The Civic will run on regular
I honestly wouldn’t buy a new automatic car unless it was a dct, I know you like that ZF but it’s just not my thing, I love the quirks of a DCT and concentrating on my technique to make it last. I’ve got a DCT fiesta going on 90k with 0 trips to the shop since mile 3 when I got it
Another truly great video quality Alex. Really loving this concise/precision formula that you have refined over the years, boiling things down to a science. Looking forward to your next video.
i would pick up the elantra!
Who makes the CVT that Hyundai/Kia is using in their compact cars?
If it's Jatco expect them to be very trouble prone.
Toyota uses Aisin CVTs. Supposedly much more reliable but long term reliability on any CVT is suspect.
The H/K CVT is done in house. I too worry about the reliability in any case. I'll let others be the guinea pig
I'm curious about that WRT Toyota. Toyotas whole culture is so reliability oriented so I'm curious how they tested a third party CVT and if they made any changes to it for reliability.
tipoomaster AiSin is owned by Toyota.
I think I would buy a Jetta R. AWD, Turbo, Manual, etc. Even over a Golf R, just for the larger back seat room.
That's where reverse is on a 6 speed. Right and down is a 5spd thing.
Hello Alex. I really enjoy your reviews and format. Very thorough and informative. By the way I completely agree about reverse gear. It should always be over to the right and down, of course with a spring push or lift lever.
Hey Alex, you said the sunroof was option but it is actually standard equipment on the Sport model. :)
Hey buddies! Get the Forte GT and thank me later (if in general badge is not a prob for you). GT is the higher trim of Forte Model with more functional and user friendly features (i.e. safety plus, suspension, driving feel) compared with its’ counterpart Hyundae Elantra Sport in Canada! Tho both cars got the same HP, Forte GT is lill bit expensive I reckon. I own a 2020 4 Doors Forte GT with automatic DCT and I believe only Civic SI (comes with manual T ‘more engaging’, I do love SI~3K more than Forte GT; HP 205 but in practical Forte GT can reach 0-60 mph shoulder to shoulder) would able to compete against Forte GT within the economic, fuel efficient sporty or grand touring, sleeper and/or small sedan classes of car (~30K CAD). If you are a guy who want a lill faster car than regular point A to B drive sedans, I suggest you then compare the following cars with Forte GT in-terms of HP, pricing, interest rate (if needed), features, int and ext design, any trade-in equity (especially if there is any negative owe amount, I found Kia’s customer service is top notch in SK) and warranties before you buy one (reliability and resale value of Corolla and Civic are higher than Forte or Hyundae Elantra- I personally believe; I had both Honda and Toyota Cars in past, but Kia and Hyundae are not so far from there, and they are changing the game these days and will continue doing this):
Forte GT vs Civic SI vs Civic Touring vs Civic Sport
Forte GT vs Corolla XSE
Forte GT vs Mazda 3 Sport
Forte GT vs Hyundae Sport
Forte GT vs others
And pick the one that suits you! For me it was 2020 Forte GT!
BTW best of luck on your future car.
13:40 that Sport trim is very expensive at $22,6000 hahahha #typo
Great review!
Alex, there is an exterior trunk release button. You press the H on the trunk. Not the H itself, but the sheet metal above the horizontal bar on the H. It's weird, but that is where it is. You missed it, bro'. I love your reviews. You are among the very best, if not the best, but you missed that little detail.
I've only had manuals that had Reverse to the upper-left, so it's a pretty typical location for it, to me.
I used to have a Triumph with that kind of reverse, you get used to it.
Best value compact and big discounts.
5:25 you gotta press the logo to open the trunk. know your shit.
Very good review Alex. Thumbs up
Thanks, now i won't feel bad when i get an elantra at a rental
Always good! Thanks Alex.
Probulally wont get a new gen Elantra until 2022 I hope they use the same interior in the next Elantra as they have in the new sonata
Hyundai is messing up the front end design of all its vehicles
Hamid Ghazi more place in the futur to be beautiful
trunk release is built into the logo my guy.
You said the Sport is faster than Civic SI, that will trigger fanboys for sure...lol
I'm sure the Honda "fanboys" are having the last laugh... while they shift their own gears...
Um, the 2020 Elantra is soon to be released. And the base car gets a new CVT which ups the mpg.
Mamo nobody in their right mind wants a CVT bro
Brian Schell the government...
Jovaughn Gueno very few people in the government are in their right mind as should go without saying, and definitely don’t deal with a CVT’s inherently not long lasting design. As they all roll in Tahoe’s, Suburbans and Escalades.
Brian Schell no I mean they are pushing for manufacturers to get better gas mileage in their cars so now car makers have to try new things
Jovaughn Gueno I know just being a little sarcastic. Those regulations have been relaxed, I think H/K are just trying to get closer to the competition’s numbers now
My 2019 Elantra sport with DCT they had to replace the clutch plates at 30k miles. It started having ruff shifting and hesitation to shift. The suspension creaks when turning at slow speeds and numerous times to the dealer for that and Palm Springs hyundai can’t figure where it comes from. Also the ac randomly gets warm but doesn’t happen when the dealership tests it of course. Is anyone else experiencing these problems on their Elantra sport?
I like the new style over the old.
Who agrees the Mazda3 and Honda Civic are the reliable and fun cars who run the compact car segment?
I love the manual transmission!!!!!!! 🙌🏾
QUESTION: If the cabin noise is average for this segment, then how does it get an "A-"? Wouldn't average be more in the "C" range -- which would place it near the center of a normal distribution (bell-shaped-curve) for this class of car? I mean, "average" cannot be in the "A" category by any definition that I'm aware of. Thanks.
GLI all day. It has a good warrant now too.
there is good value in the Elantra but i prefer the 2018 elantra sports and a few are still on dealer lots and they are slashing prices for the incoming 2019.. that's the one I'm getting..
If only there was a car that combined the ride and handling of the Civic, the warranty and value of the Elantra, and plug-in efficiency of the Niro. It would be called the Cilantro.
That would definitely be green.
This facelift should not have been a facelift. The body of previous model stands in stark contrast to the new bits; the geometry is so wildly different. As an all new body style this could have been really great. Too bad it's a band-aid, half baked situation for now. Still a generally good car though.
6.3 secs for a 1.6 turbo is awesome
5's are possible with a fairly good driver and a better set of tires.
@@JTube571 really... Me not from Canada... I reckon the base genesis g70 can does it in 4 secs
Is it me or are compact sedans getting larger?
Alex, I hear that this car’s head-lights are made of glass and not plastic and wouldn’t oxidize, supposedly one of its features; is that true?
I'd choose the Civic SI for long-term ownership, warranty aside. That said, I prefer the Hyundai's interior.
We may forgive the redesign if they give us a N version of this model. And why not, they're off the same chassis? I hope they don't do this redesign to the Elantra GT.
Beginning of the year these were heavily discounted so I went to test drive one. Honestly the drivetrain felt rickety like a used car. Even for $15,000 after discounts, I was not impressed or able to look past this.
Why does each year the sport trim gets only 201 hp? Why not 250 at least.
It's a better handling car than the Civic si
There is a truck release button in the H.
trunk bottom is on the Hyundai's icon
But there is a button for the trunk.... right in the logo
I'm still waiting for Hyundai to come out with a speedier Sonata, and call it the Hyundai Sonata Arctica 🙃
N version in the works
Is the 2020 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition going to have new features and look a little bit different from the current model 2019?
The rear gives me a g35 vibe ...
They should make Hyundai Elantra N like i30 N did
Hey guys im abt to get a 19 six speed. 15,000km on it for 25k cad how many k to you guys have on these and how have they been?
The new Sonata's front end is weird, and now this is weird
I like the rear end
6MT is the most fun to drive ,better handling and control than the DCT, DCT doesn't know what to do sometimes plus is very slow to downshit , This DCT Transmision surfers from Parkinson disease in bumper to bumper traffic it will make you nauseous , i drove both and DCT is no bueno ,better give me a regular automatic, they do all this to improve fuel economy 2-3 miles/gallon,who cares ? gasoline in USA Is so cheap . BETTER buy the 2018 model is way better looking
In addition to removing the manual option for 2020, IMO they completely ruined the front on this new one with the overstyled origami face. The previous gen looked so handsome: cdn.motor1.com/images/mgl/nQRjG/s3/2017-hyundai-elantra-sport-review.jpg
I wonder how the "value" trim have auto climate and the sport trim more expensive (u driving in the video) but with manual climate control? u upgrade the engine but downgrade the comfort?
Alex what about the new Mazda 3 vs vw si or sport
The Mazda is much, much slower.
I like the looks. Wish it had LED front and rear turn signals.
What is happening with those wheels? I need somebody to explain what is going on with the wheels!
They see me rollin' they hatin'
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Trunk release is on the emblem... rookie error. RTFM
I wish you could test the DSG. I hear it's kind of clunky at slow speeds. I wonder if they fix that yet. And how bad is it.? I don't know
Kurt H. All DCT’s are different than converter autos at low speed. Their fine if you treat them right. Nearly nobody does though.
The exhaust tip looks like it was taken straight off a Focus ST lol
Money on the line.....Jetta GLi
I hate the front and rear of this car and monotone interior especially on the doors...nuff said
This is nothing like the new Sonata! Sorry Alex! This is more like a 2012 Civic, needs a emergency remodel now! Also needs more features like the Forte GT.
I personally think Hyundai ruined the styling, especially the wheels compared to the previous Sport, that had some of the nicest wheels at any price. The awkward and diverse angular design features front and rear, not to mention the huge Lexus like grill are inexcusable. At least it is still an outstanding value though.
Great review as always Alex. I'm a Hyundai fan but I think they completely botched the exterior redesign with the refresh which is one of the worst of any car I can remember from recent memory (maybe the 2019 Chevy Camaro SS could go in that bucket too). I'm not sure what they were thinking with those sharp headlights. This thing is not going to age well.
Why did he leave out the Nissan Sentra in some of the comparisons? Say what u want about the CVT in the Nissan I dont think anyone can argue about how roomy the Nissan is. I love the trunk space in my 2018.
Elantras are definitely more value and if these are close to or better than mazda3 on terms of driving, I'll go with these, particularly GT Sport or N Line one. Sad you didn't review the N Line model :(
Yeah they ruined the styling