Drove cross country from Maryland to Arizona in my brother's 2017 Hyundai Elantra. Best car period - GAS, road-noise, handling, and the cost gets all 5 stars.
You have to keep in context what they cost relative to the Toyota & Honda. Deals are situational but I've owned four Elantras over the years and I've bought them all significantly discounted relative to what I could have bought either a Honda or Toyota. Hey...I love both of those vehicles and given the same price I'd pick the Honda but I just bought a 2020 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition for $13,500 brand new. There were significant incentives at the end of the year but I think for most of 2020 you could have bought an Elantra for $5K less than an equivalent Honda. In a car that is $20K that is a significant price difference. In all four of my Elantras I've never had to do anything but change the oil, filters, brakes, tires etc..etc... so their track record for cost-effectiveness is superb.
Yes. That's never made any sense to me that the luxury trim Limited doesn't have a sunroof, but the Value Edition does. Odd. Hyundai has a tendency to package their options oddly. Probably a production cost saving measure.
I hate it more when they put forward-collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection on the 2nd highest trim level which is limited, plus you actually have to add ultimate package which is another $3500, on the other hand, Hyundai venue gives that on every trim levels as standard feature.
I spent 30 years in the retail motor trade in another life !.Consequ ently I had the oportunity to drive many many UK and foreign built cars... repairing them and later on selling them ( my wife got fed up with the oily laundry )My blurb is for My 2004 Elantra (YES 2004 !! ) bought from an old gentleman who had to give up driving..There was HARDLY any mileage on the clock..THE ONLY SEAT THAT HAD EVER BEEN USED WAS THE DRIVERS SEAT !!..We have had this car 4 years and NOT ONE MECHANICAL PROBLEM. iT IS A 2.2 deisel turbo.It can do no wrong ..I honestly consider it one of the family Simply amazing...James \W H
I hated the 2019-2020 body change so purchased a 2018 certified value with 5000 miles for dirt cheap. Really like it... For the $ and long warranty Toyota and Honda can't come close.
I don't blame you. I went into the Hyundai dealership with the intention of buying a new 2019 Elantra. I DID NOT like the styling changes, so I opted for a new 2018 with a much bigger manufacturer rebate. Was a win-win for me.
The back and front are mad ugly on the old ones, the back especially, they partnered with Mercedes for the design, it looks way more sporty and less bulky
I own a 2019 Value Edition and love the styling change over the 2018 (not that there was anything wrong with the 2018 styling other than being a little bland). The base 2.0 4 cyl has enough power for my needs, the car feels bigger than what it actually is and it has a smooth, compliant ride and has the size of a mid sized sedan rather than a compact. All of the technology, reliability, and amenities cannot be beat for the price (right under 18k for what I paid).
Jacob Dominguez I just bought a 2020 value. I’m pumped up to pick it up Tuesday. I got a great financing deal because they aren’t selling any cars with the Covid 19 going around. 84 months 0% financing.
Let me know how it drives with the IVT. I was happy I got it with the 6spd automatic as my mechanic told me never to get a CVT due to the costs to replace it. I've seen some 2020 test drives on here and it seems to shift just like a conventional automatic.
Jacob Dominguez I’ve actually heard good things about the IVT. But yeah I’ve already had a bad experience with my Dodge Caliber’s CVT. So I guess I’m taking a slight risk. I’m glad I got the 100k mile warranty though.
@@yankees29 that's comparing apples to oranges though. The Dodge Caliber's CVT was horrible (rented one once) & the driving experience was awful. Aside from the drivetrain, the interior plastics were hard and seats were very uncomfy.
They are indeed EXTREMELY NICE cars ... we bought a 2020 SEL and it drives better than my 2018 Camry LE (Camry is nice but engine noise is worse ...mostly during acceleration) .... EVERYTHING about the Elantra just has a nice feel to it .. and “oh yeah” $16,440 plus “dealer fee” $799 and sales tax, license and registration ..... $18,700 “out the door”
@@kellyaveiro2108 awwww thank you sweety I atleast appreciate you responding back to me 😊:) that was sweet of you. Well if you ever win the lotto or have the opportunity to give me one, I would love to accept it with open arms lol. My name is David by the way. I appreciate your response back dear. Your blessed baby and I can tell by chatting with you, you are also a sweetheart. Most other people would have probably not replied back to me, but atleast you did and sometimes that kinda puts a smile on somebody's face, as I know it did mines😊I appreciate you sweety 🙏🏻💞more blessings to you babe
And those cars put Hyundai on the map of greatness but the bigwigs in Korea wasnt crazy about how overstyled they were and wanted a more conservative look.
im hoping to get a blue SE at the end of the month i test drove it and fell in love instantly it's time to retire my 2005 ford five hundred SEL which keeps running into problems
@@wilchambers1401 when the 500 came out, they were selling it alongside the taurus. then they scrapped the original taurus and renamed the 500 to taurus.
Bought a 2020 Elantra Limited to replace a 2007 Lexus ES - and I'm loving it. It has all the features and more that my previous car had, so I'm not missing anything. And it's half the price of a current Lexus ES. Plus, it's more fun to drive. I haven't had a car this fun to drive since my 1998 Audi A4 Quattro. The interior layout of controls and displays is spot on and easy to learn. Have had this car for over 3 months and no issues whatsoever. This review did bring out the engine noise in the passenger compartment which is very evident under acceleration. The reviewer considers it a positive, but I consider it a negative - but it's the only negative thing I can say about the vehicle.
Are you happy with the car still? I just put down a deposit on a 2020 Luxury trim. I haven't picked up the car yet and I'm having buyer remorse..How does your car feel and handle? are you happy with the aesthetics and overall interior and exterior?
I just purchased the limited. Same one you're driving I think. No opinion other than picking it over the Sonata. Much more comfortable seats in this one.
Awesome review, great car. I wish the headlights were white instead of yellow and that leather seating was available in the standard version of the car
Well I hope the 2020 engines took care of the constant ticking sound that the 2011- 2015 had. My 2012 Elantra has 88,000 miles on it and the engine ticks like there's a lifter loose. When you change the oil the ticking goes away for awhile but it will return before the next oil change. When the engine is cold the ticking is loud but after the engine warns up the ticking quites down a bit but it doesn't go away you can still hear it. I will wait till I hear more reviews about this 2020 model from more of you private owners of the 2020 model. I value you independent owner reviews and comments on the 2020 model.
If you are the original owner, your engine is still under warranty sub 100k miles. That ticking is due to an engine manufacturing defect. Hyundai is replacing engines with those symptoms for free because they fail early due to premature internal wear. That ticking you hear is a characteristic sign.
I been a Corolla owner long time and they’re great cars , very Lexus style but I do like overall the design more on the elantra it looks prety elegant for a daily affordable car
"IVT" and CVT transmissions are notorious for breaking very early and being expensive if not impossible to repair. My father is a transmission mechanic and he always tells me never to buy anything with a CVT transmission until 3rd party parts for it become widely available. For example, Nissan is known for putting CVTs in a lot of their cars, when they break most of them are not serviceable by a 3rd party because the parts are either proprietary and they are considered unserviceable by dealership and you will pay thousands putting a new one in.
@@chriss6356 bruh u need to also know that Nissan engines are the worst these days. Toyota makes their own CVTs and it's super reliable. Honda, Kia, Hyundai CVTs are reliable as well
@@NateTrynaMakeMoney like i said, serviceability is a big factor for CVT. If you have issues out of warranty, it will be very costly regardless of the maker because there is little to no supply of 3rd party parts.
@@chriss6356 I'm leery of the new CVT in this car as well, simply because of the poor track record with CVT transmissions in general. Time will hopefully prove my fears unjustified. I personally had a bad experience with the CVT in my 2012 Nissan Versa starting to slip at only 38k miles. A coworkers 2015 Sentra CVT has been replaced 3x in the first 60k miles.
I'm leasing a 2020, it's a cheap, drive around bang around and throw back to the dealers when your done car. Don't buy it. Buy a Toyota. Lease a Hyundai. My complains are 1-Road noise. it lacks adequate insulation insulation 2-Steering wheel is to thin and is to light. Even in sport mode, it's increases the forces needed to turn, but it's still not a good steering wheel overall. It's underpowered. With 4 people in it who are all under 200lbs good luck merging on to the highway speeds. Gas mileage with driven the way it needs to be driven, ie in sport mode, and with the shifter in S mode, to reduce response lag and downshift time, drops from 33 mpg to 27 in the highway. City gets you 22 mpg. I don't know where they get these bullshit numbers of 40 mpg, but it's a lie. It's possible if you can to to accelerate so slow that you are a liablityly to everyone around and your risk getting rear ended, sure.
It all depends I'm using the car to get to point A to point B it not a show off cars. Your statement is false the cat is fast plus it liable depends how the owner take care of their vehicles.
i agree. my 2017 honda is in the shop and i currently have a 2020 elantra. i miss how my honda handles. cant wait to get it back and have fun with driving again. the steering wheel on the elantra is so floaty and the breaks are so weak. so many cheap plastics. does not compare to toyota or honda. korean car market is very cheap stuff.
I found this helpful as I'm making my next car purchase, likely to be an Elantra SEL. I was a little irked that you didn't actually answer the question in the title though... Is it better than the Civic or Corolla?
I don't know WTH Hyundai was thinking. The 2017-2018 Elantra is a handsome car. I honestly don't think any of the cosmetic updates are an improvement. It just looks cheaper and tackier IMO. Why change it after only 2yrs? That's so soon. Was it not selling well or something? Problems aside, I love my 2018 Elantra.
It sells ok but not good as their previous strong years. The mgmt is stubborn (for the sake of making Elantra novel; however, for whom) enough to let their competitors eat their well deserved pie. Look at the face. What if someone’s facia looks like pokemon? Would you like to give him or her a second look unless it is halloween 👻?
@@aryehrosenthal2138 Fuel economy shows in the screen in the instrument cluster in my 2018 Elantra. I much prefer it located there than on the touch screen. I keep the screen set to show the MPGs at all times. It helps me drive more efficiently, plus I just like seeing how high I can get it. If the MPGs now show in the touch screen, I wouldn't be able to do this if I'm using the stereo. So I don't like that.
I know people are going to run me down for posting this but could Honda please put in a dual clutch in the Si. Not everyone can drive or want to drive a manual.
I have the 2018 model with the Limited trim. My only complaint is the ride is a bit on the harsh side when going over bumps on the road. You really notice the twist beam rear suspension.
Are you happy with the car? I'm in Ontario and just put down a deposit on a 2020 Luxury trim. I haven't picked up the car yet and I'm having buyer remorse..How does your car feel and handle? are you happy with the aesthetics and overall interior and exterior?
Awful? My dad got a 2001(?) camry and surprisingly it’s still working LMFAO (he doesn’t use it anymore; i do drive it around sometimes).... i guess they don’t make ‘em like they used to do...
@@Iwillfightcauseigotnothing yeah when I said awful camry I was referring to the piece of shit that I was told would last 160k and shat the bed and fucking died at 88k
Hi I just got my new 2020 Hyundai Elantra And I'm not sure how I hook up my Phone to the outlet in order to play my music from my phone in to the car Thank you so much for my all the info on the different Elantras 👍 This is my first new car, since I bought my Neon on 2001 So it's so scary having New car pmts
The Neon was ran down by the car reviews. I had one when I had a seizure. Went off the side of embankment totalling the car but not one scratch on me. Love the car!
Hi I really loved my Neon too! I'm glad you was okay, after your accident I'd have to say my Neon was a great little car for me and now my grandson is enjoying it😁💕
Hi F Wang well my Elantra is gray, it's actually called Liquid Metal 😊 lol inside is gray and black My purchase price with tax title ECT About $25,000 A bit more than my Neon was lol I really do like the Elantra I just wish I had my CD player💓
Kit Kat There is automatic braking (FCA) available on the SEL trim and above. Pedestrian Detection is available for only the Limited trim models that are equipped with the optional Ultimate Package. It will also include other features such as Smart Cruise Control and Safe Exit Assist (SEA).
Rahul P different cars, on average the Mazda is 6k more expensive. They appeal to different people. Both are great for their intended customers. It's up to you if you want to pay thousands extra to get more premium interior materials. Also the Hyundai is cheaper to maintain.
I considered a Mazda 3 but part costs were staggering and car cost was almost 5k higher...resold is higher but cost of ownership did not out weigh the zoom zoom factor
Normal I found to be the best because if you decide to go in sport and hit it it messes with your mpg because smart mode is designed to learn. How do you drive and make best gas mpg out of it but if you change your driving around a lot, it actually makes it worse.
So far Nissan ranks highest in CVT failures. Honda and Toyota have good ones however Kia/Hyundais have chain driven belts instead of steel belts from the 3 above.
@Daniel Hernandez There is no such thing as a "best" CVT. They are all bullshit garbage that nobody can rebuild -- making them way too expensive to replace which is why all these cars get junked.
Fuck interference engines. If you want to buy a car to drive for for 5 years Hyundais are good idea if you want to buy a car and drive it into the ground you're better off with a Honda Civic
Hey girl! I’m from Canada and had my heart set on the sonata. Had enough to buy it out cash but I also plan on buying a house in the near future. So I Decided to go with the Elantra today at the dealership and I can honestly say I have zero guilt or second thoughts on my purchase. Knowing I didn’t completely drain myself out made me 100% more confident in my choice!
@@steve4321able , they did post that bulletin about using OEM filters, but I realize now you were probably referring to all the piston slap engine failures lol.
My 1st new car 2019 Corolla se 1.8 vvti whitch has been proven to be along with vtech the 2 best vvti systems ever no cvt it's a stick no gdi. It's easy to work on everything accessible and familiar to me my 1.8 vvti Toyota matrix 4 speed auto has 320,787 miles on it all original
In 2018 i say to me... next year o will buy this car.... in 2109 oh my good what a ugly front....! Is like doritos eyes...... sorry i went for the civic
@Herbert Norkus diff trim levels. ofc this elantra isnt the sport version so its gonna be cheaper. elantra sport and xse are pretty much the same in price. the look of the non sport elantra and sports model is pretty much identical
It's a cost cutting measure to offer the Elantra at a cheaper starting price. Makes perfect sense. All other trims get rear discs. BTW, rear drum brakes last much longer than disc brakes.
daniel hoover The 2020 SEL and above have Automatic Headlights standard. It isn’t that much more than the SE trim, plus you get a lot of safety technology standard.
@@johnfranklin5277 tech package but I have auto headlights. After looking at the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride I think one will be my next vehicle.
Xenon Kyre ..... correct ...the SEL has a lot more standard equipment for only about $800 ..... it’s definitely the one to get. ..... we first went in to look at a used 2017 with only 10,000 miles .... we actually paid for it ($15,000 out the door) but was going to come back in the morning to take delivery ... then I looked at the dealers web site and realized that a brand new 2020 SE was only about $3000 more (with a 10 year power train warranty and 5 year bumper to bumper warranty) seemed like a “no brainer” to me so went back and test drove the 2020 SE .... nicer than the 2017 SE but only a 5 inch backup camera display so then I found that the SEL was only about $800 more and included auto headlights, blind spot detection, more sound insulation under the hood (much quieter than the 2017) ..also android auto and Apple car play ... quite a bit more too but I can’t think of them all so we went with the 2020 SEL ... Cost us $3750 more than the used 2017 SE and worth every penny .... total “out the door” ..$18,700 .... the 2017 would have cost us $15,000 “out the door” ...when you can get 3 model years newer and 7 years extra power train warranty and 2 years extra “bumper to bumper warranty.” Plus a bunch of highly desirable extra equipment for $3750 it was a “no brainer” for us .... and the car drives unbelievably nice and the new “IVT” transmission is great.
The 2.0 engine is old. I'm sure the Elantra is evolving up in quality. Don't try to race a Civic, but I suppose Elantra non sport buyers don't care about speed.
Lol, this engine is only 3 years old. Atkinson cycle 2.0 debuted on the 17 Elantra. Now I have the original 365 v8 in my 58 Cadillac. Still running at 62 years old, that's OLD lol.
Worst car ever!!!!! DO NOT BUY A HYUNDAI!!!!! I bought a 2020 Elantra SEL and st 3000 miles the engine started knocking. I brought it to hyundai and its burning oil and they d iij d an oil consumption test and still won't replace the engine. C as not wait to trade it in for a Toyota or honda.
Great car I just got one came from a 2019 forte S they are very similar but I like the interior and exterior design a lil more then the forte however the newer model fortes are very much nice and improved on looks
The car is honestly garbage 🗑 the horsepower is very low for the price and the stock speakers are very weak with low bass capabilities. Not loud enough. It's really better to go with a used Japanese brand car with more durability in areas like the transmission and speakers. More horsepower and durability for less money than the cost for this.
My 2015 se has 4 wheel disc brakes...40 mpg in town and 50 mpg steady 60-65 on highway...newer models are much lower and horrible 2.0 liter engine...this is all the time mileage in central Virginia on regular 10% ethanol gasoline
I'm amazed at the fuel economy of my 2018 Elantra. In the absolute worst of conditions such as crawling in stop and go traffic with the AC on, I average just above 30 mpg. On long interstate journeys at 70mph, it averages between 45-50 mpg. My typical city driving though, it averages 37-38 mpg. So pretty similar to what it sounds like you experience. The best I've seen yet form this car was cruising at 50mph with the windows down, it was getting 61mpg. Insane! Mind you, that wasn't a tank average, but instant MPGs.
Nope. No way guys. Dont believe the mpg computer. Do it the old fashioned way, fill the car, reset trip meter. Drive car to almost empty. Fill car, divide miles by gallons needed. THAT IS YOUR MPG. And yes, you will be disappointed. My 17 Elantra se gets approximately 29 city, 38 39 freeway. I check it this way frequently, and its always about the same.
i’ve owned my honda civic (2017) for a few years now. unfortunately crashed it so i have a 2020 elantra as my rental. i can now say how much i took for granted how well my honda handled. the elantra was atrocious at handling and the steering was so floaty. with my honda, everything was very driver focused. i can say the elantra is a good cheap car for those who don’t rly care about cars at all and just need something to get from A to B. cant wait to get my honda back because that was so fun to drive and has all the bells n whistles. no cheap plastics. i don’t trust the korean vehicle market.
Drove cross country from Maryland to Arizona in my brother's 2017 Hyundai Elantra. Best car period - GAS, road-noise, handling, and the cost gets all 5 stars.
Randy Lee I’m taking the 2020 Toronto to Vancouver this summer in july so I will get back to ya 😂👍🏻
Man, I'm jealous, nothing better than the open highway, ready to take my 2017 HE limited from NoVa to the west.
@@immortalserito774 The only upgrade I would ever do on a Hyundai would be to put on 4x Premium Tires at around 40k.
@@randylee81 Done and done at around 40k. The originals were balding and one blew on a small pothole. Bridgestone turanzas.
Randy Lee I have the same elantra 17 aswell. Sport mode is soo enjoyable
You have to keep in context what they cost relative to the Toyota & Honda. Deals are situational but I've owned four Elantras over the years and I've bought them all significantly discounted relative to what I could have bought either a Honda or Toyota. Hey...I love both of those vehicles and given the same price I'd pick the Honda but I just bought a 2020 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition for $13,500 brand new. There were significant incentives at the end of the year but I think for most of 2020 you could have bought an Elantra for $5K less than an equivalent Honda. In a car that is $20K that is a significant price difference. In all four of my Elantras I've never had to do anything but change the oil, filters, brakes, tires etc..etc... so their track record for cost-effectiveness is superb.
i hate how lower trim ''value eddition'' has moon roof but if u upgrade to a higher ''limited'' trim, moon roof becomes optional for $3500. wtf.
Yes. That's never made any sense to me that the luxury trim Limited doesn't have a sunroof, but the Value Edition does. Odd. Hyundai has a tendency to package their options oddly. Probably a production cost saving measure.
Limited should have cover it all.., You are right., and also the Infotainment screen.
Makes sense one gives you value, the other is limited.
I hate it more when they put forward-collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection on the 2nd highest trim level which is limited, plus you actually have to add ultimate package which is another $3500, on the other hand, Hyundai venue gives that on every trim levels as standard feature.
What about Driver Power Seat?
I spent 30 years in the retail motor trade in another life !.Consequ ently I had the oportunity to drive many many UK and foreign built cars... repairing them and later on selling them ( my wife got fed up with the oily laundry )My blurb is for My 2004 Elantra (YES 2004 !! ) bought from an old gentleman who had to give up driving..There was HARDLY any mileage on the clock..THE ONLY SEAT THAT HAD EVER BEEN USED WAS THE DRIVERS SEAT !!..We have had this car 4 years and NOT ONE MECHANICAL PROBLEM. iT IS A 2.2 deisel turbo.It can do no wrong ..I honestly consider it one of the family Simply amazing...James \W H
I hated the 2019-2020 body change so purchased a 2018 certified value with 5000 miles for dirt cheap. Really like it... For the $ and long warranty Toyota and Honda can't come close.
How much was that mate?
@@AJ-tp4wg $16k plus tax. We pay 6% tax here in Florida.
I don't blame you. I went into the Hyundai dealership with the intention of buying a new 2019 Elantra. I DID NOT like the styling changes, so I opted for a new 2018 with a much bigger manufacturer rebate. Was a win-win for me.
Y'all are crazy, the old ones are ugly as shit. I have the 2020 , it looks so much better.
The back and front are mad ugly on the old ones, the back especially, they partnered with Mercedes for the design, it looks way more sporty and less bulky
I own a 2019 Value Edition and love the styling change over the 2018 (not that there was anything wrong with the 2018 styling other than being a little bland). The base 2.0 4 cyl has enough power for my needs, the car feels bigger than what it actually is and it has a smooth, compliant ride and has the size of a mid sized sedan rather than a compact. All of the technology, reliability, and amenities cannot be beat for the price (right under 18k for what I paid).
Jacob Dominguez I just bought a 2020 value. I’m pumped up to pick it up Tuesday. I got a great financing deal because they aren’t selling any cars with the Covid 19 going around. 84 months 0% financing.
Let me know how it drives with the IVT. I was happy I got it with the 6spd automatic as my mechanic told me never to get a CVT due to the costs to replace it. I've seen some 2020 test drives on here and it seems to shift just like a conventional automatic.
Jacob Dominguez I’ve actually heard good things about the IVT. But yeah I’ve already had a bad experience with my Dodge Caliber’s CVT. So I guess I’m taking a slight risk. I’m glad I got the 100k mile warranty though.
@@yankees29 that's comparing apples to oranges though. The Dodge Caliber's CVT was horrible (rented one once) & the driving experience was awful. Aside from the drivetrain, the interior plastics were hard and seats were very uncomfy.
Jacob Dominguez yeah I hate the Caliber. Lol
I bought the 2020 Elantra Limited and love it.
mind of sharing price?
They are indeed EXTREMELY NICE cars ... we bought a 2020 SEL and it drives better than my 2018 Camry LE (Camry is nice but engine noise is worse ...mostly during acceleration) .... EVERYTHING about the Elantra just has a nice feel to it .. and “oh yeah” $16,440 plus “dealer fee” $799 and sales tax, license and registration ..... $18,700 “out the door”
Love ours. Just got it a week ago. We got the value edition with sun and moonroof. Nice room and it has pep for a 2.o
@@billgale5568 did you just finance just paid it all in cash?
I bought 2019 Elantra Sport. Love it.
Enjoy your new car...Cheers.
Can I have it? Lolol
@@dennistyler8746 thanks sweetie
@@just27s14
Can I say this . I wish I can give you one.
I love my car.
Wow! I think I worked over time for down payment.
@@kellyaveiro2108 awwww thank you sweety I atleast appreciate you responding back to me 😊:) that was sweet of you. Well if you ever win the lotto or have the opportunity to give me one, I would love to accept it with open arms lol. My name is David by the way. I appreciate your response back dear. Your blessed baby and I can tell by chatting with you, you are also a sweetheart. Most other people would have probably not replied back to me, but atleast you did and sometimes that kinda puts a smile on somebody's face, as I know it did mines😊I appreciate you sweety 🙏🏻💞more blessings to you babe
Have 2009 Hyundai elantra touring 300600miles insane and no check engine ever reliable
You forgot 3 more zeros
Got a 2011 touring and got 191,000 on it... And still running strong
My favorite Elantras and Sonatas are 2011-2014... sexier exteriors. This isn’t bad though. The sound system is awesome.
And those cars put Hyundai on the map of greatness but the bigwigs in Korea wasnt crazy about how overstyled they were and wanted a more conservative look.
im hoping to get a blue SE at the end of the month
i test drove it and fell in love instantly
it's time to retire my 2005 ford five hundred SEL which keeps running into problems
Did you get it ?
Noah Clark I’m looking at a higher edition. I’ve got a 2002 Ram 1500. Ol Silver Bullet is close to retiring.
Pay about $500 to $750 more and get the SEL ... worth every penny.
I found the nameplate change on that car strange. Why didnt they just call it the Taurus to begin with ?
@@wilchambers1401 when the 500 came out, they were selling it alongside the taurus. then they scrapped the original taurus and renamed the 500 to taurus.
Driving this car this weekend..very smooth. Nice zip on the freeway..did 110mph like it was nothing.
But that rear torsion beam axle suspension can cause it to not help the vehicle handle well especially at that speed that your going through
Just got a 2020 hyundai elantra gt nline... This car has power for reals..
Bought a 2020 Elantra Limited to replace a 2007 Lexus ES - and I'm loving it. It has all the features and more that my previous car had, so I'm not missing anything. And it's half the price of a current Lexus ES. Plus, it's more fun to drive. I haven't had a car this fun to drive since my 1998 Audi A4 Quattro. The interior layout of controls and displays is spot on and easy to learn. Have had this car for over 3 months and no issues whatsoever.
This review did bring out the engine noise in the passenger compartment which is very evident under acceleration. The reviewer considers it a positive, but I consider it a negative - but it's the only negative thing I can say about the vehicle.
The Elantra is regarded as one of the quietest cars in it's class. Naturally, it's going to be noisier than a $40k Lexus ES luxury car.
congrats! do you mind of sharing the price?
palebeachbum 2020 SEL here (has additional sound deadening under hood) ... very very quiet .... SEL is the one to get ... so much more for about $800
Our 2020 SEL engine is very quiet... more so than my 2018 Camry
Are you happy with the car still? I just put down a deposit on a 2020 Luxury trim. I haven't picked up the car yet and I'm having buyer remorse..How does your car feel and handle? are you happy with the aesthetics and overall interior and exterior?
I just purchased the limited. Same one you're driving I think. No opinion other than picking it over the Sonata. Much more comfortable seats in this one.
Another great review - looking good! (Actually, looking great!)
I must agree!!👍😉
Awesome review, great car. I wish the headlights were white instead of yellow and that leather seating was available in the standard version of the car
I rented this car and love it!!!! fun to drive....
No is not
I’m renting one right now. It’s an awesome vehicle, and I’m considering getting one after my current vehicle is out of the body shop.
I also had a rental. Was pretty disappointed with the speakers.
Well I hope the 2020 engines took care of the constant ticking sound that the 2011- 2015 had. My 2012 Elantra has 88,000 miles on it and the engine ticks like there's a lifter loose. When you change the oil the ticking goes away for awhile but it will return before the next oil change. When the engine is cold the ticking is loud but after the engine warns up the ticking quites down a bit but it doesn't go away you can still hear it. I will wait till I hear more reviews about this 2020 model from more of you private owners of the 2020 model. I value you independent owner reviews and comments on the 2020 model.
I don't have that problem with the 2018 Elentra. That sounds annoying :(
If you are the original owner, your engine is still under warranty sub 100k miles. That ticking is due to an engine manufacturing defect. Hyundai is replacing engines with those symptoms for free because they fail early due to premature internal wear. That ticking you hear is a characteristic sign.
@@GlobalGaming101 My 2018 Elantra engine rattles during acceleration. Does yours?
@@palebeachbum no, mine doesn't tick or rattle during acceleration. Thanks for the warning.
Just bought mine love it
I been a Corolla owner long time and they’re great cars , very Lexus style but I do like overall the design more on the elantra it looks prety elegant for a daily affordable car
I testdrove a 2020 base SE. I love how it performs with the IVT, really quick (to me at least).
same here i am in love with it. Feels like it has way more power than the horsepower on the spec sheet would suggest.
"IVT" and CVT transmissions are notorious for breaking very early and being expensive if not impossible to repair. My father is a transmission mechanic and he always tells me never to buy anything with a CVT transmission until 3rd party parts for it become widely available. For example, Nissan is known for putting CVTs in a lot of their cars, when they break most of them are not serviceable by a 3rd party because the parts are either proprietary and they are considered unserviceable by dealership and you will pay thousands putting a new one in.
@@chriss6356 bruh u need to also know that Nissan engines are the worst these days. Toyota makes their own CVTs and it's super reliable. Honda, Kia, Hyundai CVTs are reliable as well
@@NateTrynaMakeMoney like i said, serviceability is a big factor for CVT. If you have issues out of warranty, it will be very costly regardless of the maker because there is little to no supply of 3rd party parts.
@@chriss6356 I'm leery of the new CVT in this car as well, simply because of the poor track record with CVT transmissions in general. Time will hopefully prove my fears unjustified. I personally had a bad experience with the CVT in my 2012 Nissan Versa starting to slip at only 38k miles. A coworkers 2015 Sentra CVT has been replaced 3x in the first 60k miles.
Just bought mine 2020 and love it
Awesome car! Congrats!
I'm leasing a 2020, it's a cheap, drive around bang around and throw back to the dealers when your done car. Don't buy it. Buy a Toyota. Lease a Hyundai. My complains are 1-Road noise. it lacks adequate insulation insulation 2-Steering wheel is to thin and is to light. Even in sport mode, it's increases the forces needed to turn, but it's still not a good steering wheel overall. It's underpowered. With 4 people in it who are all under 200lbs good luck merging on to the highway speeds. Gas mileage with driven the way it needs to be driven, ie in sport mode, and with the shifter in S mode, to reduce response lag and downshift time, drops from 33 mpg to 27 in the highway. City gets you 22 mpg. I don't know where they get these bullshit numbers of 40 mpg, but it's a lie. It's possible if you can to to accelerate so slow that you are a liablityly to everyone around and your risk getting rear ended, sure.
It all depends I'm using the car to get to point A to point B it not a show off cars. Your statement is false the cat is fast plus it liable depends how the owner take care of their vehicles.
i agree. my 2017 honda is in the shop and i currently have a 2020 elantra. i miss how my honda handles. cant wait to get it back and have fun with driving again. the steering wheel on the elantra is so floaty and the breaks are so weak. so many cheap plastics. does not compare to toyota or honda. korean car market is very cheap stuff.
I found this helpful as I'm making my next car purchase, likely to be an Elantra SEL. I was a little irked that you didn't actually answer the question in the title though... Is it better than the Civic or Corolla?
personally.. I think civic and Corolla are both better
My mother wants me to buy this car so I’m watching the review to see it’s good.
Excellent review, thank you
The sport! But I gotta see the reviews for the new forte gt!!
Pointless get a civic
The ECO is the best bang for your buck! I get 60.3 mpg and have multiple pics to prove it. Plus in SPORT mode I get 0-60 in 7.5 seconds.
Yeah right feed us some more BS
Mike Gloria I do man. All day long. I am in the 50-60 mpg depending on how I drive.
I don't know WTH Hyundai was thinking. The 2017-2018 Elantra is a handsome car. I honestly don't think any of the cosmetic updates are an improvement. It just looks cheaper and tackier IMO. Why change it after only 2yrs? That's so soon. Was it not selling well or something? Problems aside, I love my 2018 Elantra.
No it was still selling reasonably well and if Hyundai think that weird change is going to sell more than I think there mistaken.
It sells ok but not good as their previous strong years. The mgmt is stubborn (for the sake of making Elantra novel; however, for whom) enough to let their competitors eat their well deserved pie. Look at the face. What if someone’s facia looks like pokemon? Would you like to give him or her a second look unless it is halloween 👻?
palebeachbum so glad I have the 2017, and not this. Hideous design.
Changing it again 2021...
i crashed mine know im stuck with this one
i love my 2020 Hyundai Elantra. my dream car w my name ❤️❤️❤️ GREAT on gas
Excellent thanks!
I want to see its head light back side .. How they fit 4 parallel LEDs
Love your vids!
Thanks! 😁
The fuel economy will also show up on 7 or 8 Inch Touch Screen on all trim levels of the 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
Correct 👍
The 2017 and the 2018's didn't. I guess this is all new for the 2019-20 model years that the fuel economy is displayed on the screen.
@@aryehrosenthal2138 Fuel economy shows in the screen in the instrument cluster in my 2018 Elantra. I much prefer it located there than on the touch screen. I keep the screen set to show the MPGs at all times. It helps me drive more efficiently, plus I just like seeing how high I can get it. If the MPGs now show in the touch screen, I wouldn't be able to do this if I'm using the stereo. So I don't like that.
Civic 2.0l 4 cyl is pretty good , good fuel economy n nice acceleration
I know people are going to run me down for posting this but could Honda please put in a dual clutch in the Si. Not everyone can drive or want to drive a manual.
I have the 2018 model with the Limited trim. My only complaint is the ride is a bit on the harsh side when going over bumps on the road. You really notice the twist beam rear suspension.
Bought the 2020 ve model and I dont like the loping feeling when it shifts or when cruise control is used!
I pick up a 2020 preferred with sun and safety package on Saturday. $28,888 Canadian
Just paid for mine today. Can’t wait to pick it up!
Are you happy with the car? I'm in Ontario and just put down a deposit on a 2020 Luxury trim. I haven't picked up the car yet and I'm having buyer remorse..How does your car feel and handle? are you happy with the aesthetics and overall interior and exterior?
Just replaced my awful camry with one of these, love it already. (My camry transmission died at 90k)
Awful? My dad got a 2001(?) camry and surprisingly it’s still working LMFAO (he doesn’t use it anymore; i do drive it around sometimes).... i guess they don’t make ‘em like they used to do...
@@Iwillfightcauseigotnothing yeah when I said awful camry I was referring to the piece of shit that I was told would last 160k and shat the bed and fucking died at 88k
@@lobotomite9767 bruh that’s horrendous
my gsr got stolen, i got out of the car game and bought a elantra value edition. awesome daily driver.
This makes me feel like I made a good decision today. I just want a reliable daily driver. I just bought a 2020 value. 0% financing for 84 months.
@@yankees29 its a good weed smoking car
@@hondagame7069 that’s what I’m doing right now. Lol
Actually if u look below the seat there is a foot air condition ad I know this because I own one
Hi I just got my new
2020 Hyundai Elantra
And I'm not sure how
I hook up my Phone to the outlet in order to play my music from my phone in to the car
Thank you so much for my all the info on the different Elantras 👍
This is my first new car, since I bought my Neon on 2001
So it's so scary having
New car pmts
congrats! do you mind of sharing the trim and price?
The Neon was ran down by the car reviews. I had one when I had a seizure. Went off the side of embankment totalling the car but not one scratch on me. Love the car!
Hi I really loved my Neon too! I'm glad you was okay, after your accident I'd have to say my Neon was a great little car for me and now my grandson is enjoying it😁💕
Hi F Wang well my Elantra is gray, it's actually called Liquid Metal 😊 lol inside is gray and black
My purchase price with tax title ECT
About $25,000
A bit more than my Neon was lol I really do like the Elantra I just wish I had my CD player💓
HOWS THE LEG ROOM
Traded in my garbage 2015 Sonata for this bad boy. So psyched
no safety features like pedestrian detect or auto matic braking?
Kit Kat There is automatic braking (FCA) available on the SEL trim and above. Pedestrian Detection is available for only the Limited trim models that are equipped with the optional Ultimate Package. It will also include other features such as Smart Cruise Control and Safe Exit Assist (SEA).
Well there's a function called "Alert Driver" that is completely free :)
Can you please compare it with the Mazda3??
Rahul P different cars, on average the Mazda is 6k more expensive. They appeal to different people. Both are great for their intended customers. It's up to you if you want to pay thousands extra to get more premium interior materials. Also the Hyundai is cheaper to maintain.
I considered a Mazda 3 but part costs were staggering and car cost was almost 5k higher...resold is higher but cost of ownership did not out weigh the zoom zoom factor
What about the sport, normal or smart button?. Which one saves more gas?
Normal I found to be the best because if you decide to go in sport and hit it it messes with your mpg because smart mode is designed to learn. How do you drive and make best gas mpg out of it but if you change your driving around a lot, it actually makes it worse.
Thanks I actually traded it in for a 2022 ioniq hybrid. You by any chance have one of those now also?
@@gustavosaucedo-gomez8040 unfortunately not I’m still rocking with my 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA hahah
I don’t like the look and I think the interior is still super cheap. Civic is the best compact IMO. Can you review a Honda Insight?
Honda is garbage. CVT transmissions that Honda use are the drizzling shits.
@@herczeus9341 This Elantra has a CVT. They just changed the name of it!
Herc Zeus yeah Elantra, Accent, and the new Kia Forte has a CVT transmission.
So far Nissan ranks highest in CVT failures. Honda and Toyota have good ones however Kia/Hyundais have chain driven belts instead of steel belts from the 3 above.
@Daniel Hernandez There is no such thing as a "best" CVT. They are all bullshit garbage that nobody can rebuild -- making them way too expensive to replace which is why all these cars get junked.
I bought 2020 honda civic sport 6. Speed manual transmission. It drives so nice ...im sorry but this hyundai looks ugly compared to honda ....
How do you upload your own background on your system?
Fuck interference engines. If you want to buy a car to drive for for 5 years Hyundais are good idea if you want to buy a car and drive it into the ground you're better off with a Honda Civic
I might just get this car instead of the Sonata this is more affordable for me and it has a sunroof :)
You can't afford it
T D oh damn I have a stranger telling me what I can’t afford
I’m in the same boat too sis
Hey girl! I’m from Canada and had my heart set on the sonata. Had enough to buy it out cash but I also plan on buying a house in the near future. So I Decided to go with the Elantra today at the dealership and I can honestly say I have zero guilt or second thoughts on my purchase. Knowing I didn’t completely drain myself out made me 100% more confident in my choice!
The 1.6 turbo only comes in the sport. The car your driving only has 147 not 201 as you claim.
bro do the new 2020 avalon trd next please
If I can find one I definitely will! 👍
Avalon Turd?
Excellent review. But I am wondering...did they fix all their engine knocking noise problems ?
Sylvain Nadeau , Hyundai posted a bulletin noting that non OEM oil filters have been causing knocking.
@@CursedEarthPizza serious? Guess my Mobil 1 filter will make it knock.
@@steve4321able , they did post that bulletin about using OEM filters, but I realize now you were probably referring to all the piston slap engine failures lol.
I hired one of these whilst in Florida. I ended up wanting one of my own.
Was gonna get an f-150 to take from Michigan to FL but might rent one of these
Images of the all new 2021 Elantra releases 03/17/2020. Check Hyundais website. Looks pretty dope!
Looking forward to it! 😁
the limited at 22000 your better off with the sonata se at 23000, more air bags ,more room better protection in an accident!
Thank you!
You forgot a way to open the trunk
Hi, 150 HP?
How do you fold the seats down??
Would be nice to have the Elantra a full digital Speedometer Like the Honda Civic. I don’t like needle speedometer I perfer digital tbh
Get the limited addition.
I like that car except for the wheel drive that becomes too stiff when taking a quick turn at low speed.
I believe that's because of the lane-keeping assist feature. I have a 2020 Elantra SE and it does the same. You can turn it off though!
I have Honda Civic ex 2019 and I am loving it ,
Lol “IVT” they know most people don’t like cvt’s so they’re trying to give it different names. The styling of this car is growing on me lol
Tinh in nh the CVT they use, uses a chain instead of a belt. So in theory it's supposed to be more rugged.
Eric P like toyota has been using for years in their hybrids...
Except, the new Mazda 3, has dropped the independent rear suspension, for this set up.
I've watch reviews, that's weird why they would do that. Edmund's said it's not as fun to drive because of that change.
The new Elantra only offers the multilink suspension in the hybrid. All others get a torsion beam suspension
I CAN OPEN MY TRUNK WITH THE EMBLEM!?!?!?!!??!?!?!?!!?!?!?
so is it better than the civic or corolla?
Yes
My 1st new car 2019 Corolla se 1.8 vvti whitch has been proven to be along with vtech the 2 best vvti systems ever no cvt it's a stick no gdi. It's easy to work on everything accessible and familiar to me my 1.8 vvti Toyota matrix 4 speed auto has 320,787 miles on it all original
Wow that's awesome!
I like the back end of the car but the front end is ugly in my opinion.
... Same here. Also they junked up the gauges on the new one getting rid of the pure black back- round with the ridiculous checker board theme.
In 2018 i say to me... next year o will buy this car.... in 2109 oh my good what a ugly front....! Is like doritos eyes...... sorry i went for the civic
Laughing at Dorito Eyes. And Yes I agree the triangular headlights are not as good looking as the previous year's headlights.
i like the look of the corolla XSE way more than elantra sport
@Herbert Norkus diff trim levels. ofc this elantra isnt the sport version so its gonna be cheaper.
elantra sport and xse are pretty much the same in price. the look of the non sport elantra and sports model is pretty much identical
The older one looked so much better. Audi looks way better than this.
Did you know that Hyundai still uses Rear Drum Brakes on the SE model.. Yes DRUM brakes and it's almost the year 2020 !
It's a cost cutting measure to offer the Elantra at a cheaper starting price. Makes perfect sense. All other trims get rear discs. BTW, rear drum brakes last much longer than disc brakes.
The headlights look like so basic like it’s a vehicle model in a video game
Better then toyota or honda ?
japanese engineering tops korean engineering by a mile
Review the 2019/2020 Kia forte EX!
I'll try to! 👍
@@goldpony Glad to hear 👍
Can tell you that it rides rough!
No
They aren’t worth reviewing
My 2017 SE has Auto Headlight wtf? 2020 doesn't. Good for me. I'll wait until a get 100,000 on mine
daniel hoover The 2020 SEL and above have Automatic Headlights standard. It isn’t that much more than the SE trim, plus you get a lot of safety technology standard.
Daniel, do you have pop or tech package on yours?? I think automatic HEADLIGHTS come with pop package, base se without it dont get that even the 17.
@@johnfranklin5277 tech package but I have auto headlights. After looking at the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride I think one will be my next vehicle.
Xenon Kyre ..... correct ...the SEL has a lot more standard equipment for only about $800 ..... it’s definitely the one to get. ..... we first went in to look at a used 2017 with only 10,000 miles .... we actually paid for it ($15,000 out the door) but was going to come back in the morning to take delivery ... then I looked at the dealers web site and realized that a brand new 2020 SE was only about $3000 more (with a 10 year power train warranty and 5 year bumper to bumper warranty) seemed like a “no brainer” to me so went back and test drove the 2020 SE .... nicer than the 2017 SE but only a 5 inch backup camera display so then I found that the SEL was only about $800 more and included auto headlights, blind spot detection, more sound insulation under the hood (much quieter than the 2017) ..also android auto and Apple car play ... quite a bit more too but I can’t think of them all so we went with the 2020 SEL ... Cost us $3750 more than the used 2017 SE and worth every penny .... total “out the door” ..$18,700 .... the 2017 would have cost us $15,000 “out the door” ...when you can get 3 model years newer and 7 years extra power train warranty and 2 years extra “bumper to bumper warranty.” Plus a bunch of highly desirable extra equipment for $3750 it was a “no brainer” for us .... and the car drives unbelievably nice and the new “IVT” transmission is great.
It’s hot alright!
ABS fires. Go Hyundai!
The 2.0 engine is old. I'm sure the Elantra is evolving up in quality. Don't try to race a Civic, but I suppose Elantra non sport buyers don't care about speed.
The civic doesn’t feel any faster maybe the Jetta cause the Cruze smokes civcs
Lol, this engine is only 3 years old. Atkinson cycle 2.0 debuted on the 17 Elantra. Now I have the original 365 v8 in my 58 Cadillac. Still running at 62 years old, that's OLD lol.
Who races a Civic?😂😂😂😂 That says it all🤡
Worst car ever!!!!! DO NOT BUY A HYUNDAI!!!!! I bought a 2020 Elantra SEL and st 3000 miles the engine started knocking. I brought it to hyundai and its burning oil and they d iij d an oil consumption test and still won't replace the engine. C as not wait to trade it in for a Toyota or honda.
too many close up shots,, can't see what the car looks like
0-60 on this car is like 10 seconds !
doesn't matter in big cities because of traffic and multiple red lights everywhere
10 seconds for the 2 liter naturally aspirated engine?
Great car I just got one came from a 2019 forte S they are very similar but I like the interior and exterior design a lil more then the forte however the newer model fortes are very much nice and improved on looks
Needs rear AC if hyundai plans to sell this model in india. Ugly fog lamps and dated head lamps
The car is honestly garbage 🗑 the horsepower is very low for the price and the stock speakers are very weak with low bass capabilities. Not loud enough. It's really better to go with a used Japanese brand car with more durability in areas like the transmission and speakers. More horsepower and durability for less money than the cost for this.
A decent car for the money, but nowhere near the quality of a Corolla and Civic.
Honda especially has terrible quality doesn’t even compare
I like the corolla 2020
@Herbert Norkus no, isnt true, i have both kia's weak under chassis, im very careful driver on rough roads but still unreliable
korean cars make cheap stuff. watch out.
Better than Civic or Corolla I wish I had those first not this one
1080P60 Squad
Super quiet car
I hate when manufacturers make cheap keys. Make car 30 dollar more expensive and give me a premium looking key.
Nice review. Too bad tgey are gonna rust in P.A..
Lol, all cars rust in PA.
how annoying is that background music while you are talking. Please stop!
Then why watch
My 2015 se has 4 wheel disc brakes...40 mpg in town and 50 mpg steady 60-65 on highway...newer models are much lower and horrible 2.0 liter engine...this is all the time mileage in central Virginia on regular 10% ethanol gasoline
I'm amazed at the fuel economy of my 2018 Elantra. In the absolute worst of conditions such as crawling in stop and go traffic with the AC on, I average just above 30 mpg. On long interstate journeys at 70mph, it averages between 45-50 mpg. My typical city driving though, it averages 37-38 mpg. So pretty similar to what it sounds like you experience. The best I've seen yet form this car was cruising at 50mph with the windows down, it was getting 61mpg. Insane! Mind you, that wasn't a tank average, but instant MPGs.
Nope. No way guys. Dont believe the mpg computer. Do it the old fashioned way, fill the car, reset trip meter. Drive car to almost empty. Fill car, divide miles by gallons needed. THAT IS YOUR MPG. And yes, you will be disappointed. My 17 Elantra se gets approximately 29 city, 38 39 freeway. I check it this way frequently, and its always about the same.
Yes it is really correct....special car double overdrive dual vvt valves
Yay didn’t review the back seats!
I love civic😍
Lmao frank Sinatra
heck yea! :-)
@@goldpony love the channel! Keep it up 🤙
Love Sinatra too.
i’ve owned my honda civic (2017) for a few years now. unfortunately crashed it so i have a 2020 elantra as my rental. i can now say how much i took for granted how well my honda handled. the elantra was atrocious at handling and the steering was so floaty. with my honda, everything was very driver focused. i can say the elantra is a good cheap car for those who don’t rly care about cars at all and just need something to get from A to B. cant wait to get my honda back because that was so fun to drive and has all the bells n whistles. no cheap plastics. i don’t trust the korean vehicle market.