Hyundai's Sleeper Hit - 2024 Elantra N Test Drive
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
- Looking for a performance car that doesn't scream its intentions? Look no further than the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N. This seemingly ordinary compact sedan hides a surprising amount of power and performance under its understated exterior. In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the Elantra N, revealing its unexpected capabilities and why it's a must-drive for driving enthusiasts.
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Greetings from the Idaho panhandle in the U.S. Brian! I am (almost) 52 yrs old, and a lifetime car guy. I absolutely believe in saving the manuals, and have a serious question for you relating to your well qualified opinions. I currently drive a 2023 MX-5 Club M/T (and obviously love it), but am very intrigued by the Elantra N M/T for the bang-for-the-buck factor. I believe the MX-5 has one of the best manual transmissions currently sold, but wonder what your opinion on these 2 cars head-to-head in a state that does see the white stuff this time of year? I don’t do track days or auto cross, so it’s more of a vehicle for backroads and around town spirited driving. Thank you for sharing your experiences and opinions on your channel with us!
A couple of weeks into my 2025 Abyss Black Elantra N 6MT and I can't put into words how much I am loving this car. Still stepping lightly during the break in period but I have felt enough to know that a serious love affair is developing with every mile we share together.
I came out of a 2019 White Jetta GLI that save for a few annoyances, I loved as well.
The thing is, the EN can be the comfortable yet sporty and fun daily driver the GLI was, yet at the press of a button or two the thing transfers into a razor-sharp track weapon that the GLI could only dream of (mine was an Autobahn trim 6MT that did not have the adaptive suspension so I can't speak to the effectiveness of that system). It also sounds like a proper race car, yet is still not totally obnoxious driven in that configuration, and doesn't in any way beat you up on rougher back roads.
The fun factor, communication, and feedback this chassis provides on a spirited drive is sublime!
This is one amazing machine that cannot be matched for the price in my opinion! BUY BUY BUY!!! We got to keep cars like this alive as long as we can folks! The end is near I'm afraid.
This car really is a sleeper. Most people don't realize what it is. I have mine tuned and making about 320 whp. Guys get weird about it when they get passed or hear the exhaust. They turn it into a pissing match and act offended that threy got passed by a 4 door Hyundai sedan. If you want a fwd performance car or just want something new and spicey under 40 k, this is a grreat car. I love mine, and it has been a lot of fun to own it. Track days have been amazing and the car never overheats or under delivers.
I’ve done two track days in these and they’re brilliant.
I LOVE my 2024 Hyundai Elantra N with the DCT in Cyber Grey.
In eco mode with the DCT, it easily can do mid to high 30s MPG on the hwy. Keep it around 70mph in 8th gear, 36-37 and more is fairly easy to do on long highway trips
Sadly, Albert Biermann retired, but Hyundai just hired Manfred Harrer, former lead developer of Porsche Taycan project, as the head of Genesis and Performance development tech unit. N's success will continue.🎉
That's too bad. He brought a lot of tricks to Hyundai. The Ionic 5N has similar suspension setup to the M5
@@cwx8 Albert Biermann will be missed. I wish Manfred Harrer will be as good as Mr. Biermann. Manfred Harrer was the former vice-president of Chassis development in Porsche. So, I am sure he will bring a lot of Porsche tricks to Hyundai. That is a good news for consumers who can't spend $150k on Porsche.
Great Review, make me more interested in buying. I just want to add the US spec manual will not include a sunroof/moonfoof in the manual. BTW, you are in love with the silver wheels? J/K in my opinion, it's a beauty. I will have it in a gray or red vice that hue of blue. Take Care.
And this is why the Koreans will never be better than the Japanese Toyota, Honda, Nissan and Mazda and aslo Mitsubishi tunes their own cars, Hyundai/Kia needs Europeans to tune their cars cause they can't doit their selves.
@@RedRozzsesx I don't know why you been have you ever heard of Albert Biermann? Who used to work at BMW M division? Yes, that's what the N division is all about.
Elantra N is a awesome car I love what Hyundai is doing with there N performance cars
I've been telling several friends for years, don't skip Hyudai when looking at cars they are a treat.
Kona n spec was close to perfection
@@jamesnicol3831essentially a mini Audi s1 . Perfection
@@jamesnicol3831 it just needs to be a little lower and offered in a manual then it's perfect.
@@camrenkunishima5819buddy did you not watch the video
I've had some time in a previous generation Elantra N and, yeah, those seats can't be rated enough. There's a reason Hyundai also uses them in the Ioniq 5 N. They are fantastic.
The Elantra N is definitely underrated. The N Fluence is one of a kind! 🫡 New sub to your channel 😎👍
Thanks for the sub! Couldn't agree more!
Who woulda thought that Hyundai is now apart of the conversations!? Proud Veloster N owner, the first N car in the states. Wish they didnt kill it off :( i never thought id drive a Hyundai but i gave it a chance and it IS one of the best value FUN cars out today!!!
Yeah people look at the VN door layout wrong. It's a coupe with an extra door. Not a 5d hatch. I also never thought I'd own a Hyundai but here I am loving every drive with my VN
I went from FL5 to Integra Type S, but still have immense respect for the Elantra N, especially for the price tag. I still rubberneck for them, particularly when I see a refreshed 2024 model.
I respect it but don't rubber neck that's a bit of a stretch. It's not that good looking if we're being honest.
Having owned several Hondas in the past, most notable ones the ITR DC2 & AP1. I couldn’t justify the price difference of the EN & FL5, especially not after ADM. Extremely happy with the EN, although I know I would have said the same with the FL5. One huge fact that goes unnoticed, the EN is equipped with a semi-closed deck. Not sure why this isn’t brought to light, but what a stout engine the EN is equipped with.
@@Jesse-x4o I don’t think it’s beautiful - it’s more like I rubberneck enthusiast cars that I like.
@@jasonscotta7129 If you've owned those cars you understand exactly what your paying for, the level of engineering isn't free my friend. I'm positive in 10 years time we'll all see what that extra dough gets you.
@@jasonscotta7129 What are the value of those cars today Jason? You get what you pay for, the level of engineering is different. It's not a knock to Hyundai it's just the heritage or Honda.
If you’ve ever driven an E46 M3. There’s attributes to it that are practically identical to the EN. Such as, when cornering the steering weight build up; controlled rotation, you manipulate the suspension through trail braking, percentage of throttle and occasional lift off. The vehicle never suddenly snaps, it’s seamless. When I pilot MY23 EN, the hefty resemblance of the E46 M3 really astonishes me.
Bought a 2025 one same color can't wait for it to be delivered
Cheers! Enjoy!
The Elantra N sales out in my area just as fast as the CTR. Rarley in stock
Hyundai Kia are killing it!!
I have a GRC, but I'm glad to see Hyundai put this on the market. Choices are great for enthusiasts as long as they buy them. The Stinger was a fun car but not enough interest to keep it on the market.
As always great review 🎉.
Couldn't agree more! How’s life with your GR?
@@BrianMakse the GR has been great. It's like a Swiss Army knife. AWD, hatchback, manual, and responsive... you don't need 700hp to have fun
As an Mustang Ecoboost owner they are pretty fast cars. One person raced me and I barely one by 1 second very close and I modified my car with catback exhaust, intake and downpipe. If it was stock I wouldve got clapped lol.
See what happens on a race track with things like turns and stuff…
Love my white 24 En 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
Nice!
Brian is the only driver I would trust to drive me in any car any road condition
I’m honoured!
Cant wait to order my 2025 next month!
Another sleeper color that surprised me(I had to see it live) is their red. It's a darker red and the red striping at the bottom of every other Elantra N is gray(obviously red against red doesn't work) and the grey striping is more subtle and doesn't grab the eyes like the red striping does. I did buy a 2024 red Elantra N with DCT(Thank goodness I can stand the new front styling). I traded a 2021 VW GLI S with DCT and the Elantra is quicker, more solid and handles noticeably better.
Yeah, my wife has been telling me to upgrade to a m2 recently. I’ve had such a good time driving the EN and KN (luckily we have both my wife drives the kn most of the time) anyways I can’t bring myself to doubling my car payment for a car that I know isn’t going to bring twice the fun. Nothing else in the price range offers a dct as good as the one in the N. Blast to drive , amazing seats.. cool interior and the head unit doesn’t lag or cause problems. Just wish I could tune it to get around 350-400hp and maybe upgrade the wheels then it would be almost perfect- I really wanted to get a fl5 also but man it sounds like a lawnmower..
Would be nice if Toronto Motorsport Park is one of the pre-programmed track since tons of Elantra N's are sold in Toronto or GTA.
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, perhaps, but I can’t imagine they’d prioritize a non-racing circuit.
@@BrianMakse true, but Mosport caters to the clubs and big events while TMP is very accessible to the individual Drivers. Having the track that has open session most days of the week is very cool. Mosport requires joining a group, spending 4 times the amount for track access and canceling all your plans to make that one rare track day. I've deleted that track widget from my EN's display, since it's too annoying seeing something that's there for useless show.
Bought my wife the Kona N because she prefers hatch backs, but I’m wondering if we missed out on this car. Curious if the suspension feels the same. My wife’s car has pretty stiff suspension in all driving modes.
Spring rates are much stiffer in the Kona N. I did an episode on it when it was new. The Elantra N is a different animal. Give one a try!
Good luck finding one at the dealer. Its been a no go for over a month from several dealerships.
What part of the country are you looking in?
@@BrianMakse Maryland
@@PowerTom_kyleman I have them coming out my ears here in Georgia
How would you rate the sound system?
A solid 6 out of 10. Room for improvement if you're an audiophile.
I need clarification here. peak tq @ 1500 rpm? Wouldnt that lug the engine getting on it at such a low rpm?
Not at all. It’s made to do it.
Yeah that's not a good range for peak torque. You just trying to pull out of a parking spot burning rubber.
id get rid of the nismo red accents too and maybe change to smaller exhaust tips
Exactly what I said.
That's why I got a Red '24 because the red is the only color that comes with Silver trim/accents instead of the red. Much more of a mature/sleeper look.
Is this more fun than a Veloster N?
A sleeper has a subtle understated design that doesn't draw attention to itself. This car screams "Look at me"
Correct. Tell me you didn’t watch the full episode without telling me you didn’t watch the full episode.
@BrianMakse LOL it's not my fault I'm at work.
Why does your MT have a sun roof and mine doesn't ? Mine is 2025
Dp you think this car is better rhan the 2022 bmw 235i grand coupe?
As a performance car? Yes.
Such a strong case for this car, but not sure I can go back to FWD. For similar money would you take a two year old 330i Msport? Sadly no manual but obviously RWD or an excellent RWD biased AWD system.
100% no.
Elantra n dct with proper tires beats type r ) and its more fun
😂😂😂😂😂 no. Savagegee just did this 2 days ago. The n still gets shit on.
@zhandos18 😂😂😂 cope buddy
@justinhale2160 the Korean inferiority complex can't be stopped.
Seriously considering this, but Brian, living in Canada South (Minnesota) what are your thoughts about making this a 12 month proposition (assuming a set of winter tires)?
Zero issues save for the occasional deep snow. It would work just fine in the Toronto area. Have you driven one yet? I think you’ll like it 😎
@@BrianMakse yes, but it was a pre refresh DCT. Also considering a Mazda 3 hatch manual and maybe an Integra with a stick. Want to teach my kids a proper transmission before they are erased from the affordable end of the market. And have some mid life fun as well.
This or the Golf R?
I mean they aren't budget but they sure are fun.
For the performance it delivers it sure is a solid value.
@@BrianMakse for sure, can't deny that statement
I’m seriously considering one of these when I am back in the search in about ten months. I hope markups aren’t prevalent when that time comes. Otherwise, the “bargain,” isn’t such a bargain. I would love a slightly different rear, a functional hood vent, and functional fender vents for brake cooling. Regardless, this car has grown on me quite a bit.
In dmv area most of the manuals are 35k in the dealerships
Look, it's got an antique transmission and driver.
Look! It’s a ^^^ clown ^^^who thinks he knows how to drive!
@@BrianMakse❤
Dude can your seat get any closer lol 😅
He is pretty damn close but I think that’s my seating position too, lol. I feel like sitting up close keeps me more alert and gives me a nice range to move my neck about and peek at the mirrors. I kinda need to do that because I drive my N very spiritedly.
Bro, I’m a racer, not your high school driver’s ed teacher. When you’re willing to learn, I’m happy to help.
@@BrianMakse You mad bro lol 🤣
@@kellyaustin7487 He's not mad, he's right. Most real racers sit close to the wheel.
Shift knob looks like it's out of a matchbox
I had the forte gt DCT and now a N DCT , would highly recommend not going for the manual , DCT makes these cars for sure . Buy the civic si if you want manual or the R , n grin mode is not a manual , you will want that
Thank you for not comparing it to its 10k more expensive brother the whole time …
IONIQ 5 N? That’s a totally different thing, as impressive as it is.
@@BrianMakseI think he meant the Civic Type R.
This car requires octane learning after every tank full in order to achieve maximum boost. Most reviewers never mention this. That is a definite deal breaker.
Yeah that sucks big time! I own 22N manual and have achieved Octane Learning only 3 times. I live near NYC so finding a place I can go around 70mph for 5-10 minutes without cars obstructing me is just about impossible unless I fill up in the middle of the night. With that said, I have exactly zero regrets. It drives amazing without octane learning but it is frustrating to know that there is little more performance that I’m missing out on.
No deal breaker. That's a simple thing. And you don't need to do it. Won't hurt the car
Yeah, it’s an annoyance for sure. Hardly a deal breaker.
So if we don't activate octane learning by driving for 5 minutes at every full tank, the car won't ever reach its maximum turbo boost?
Get a tune, and then you won't have to worry about it.
Let's move that seat back!!!
Why?
not really a "sleeper" when it looks and sounds like that lol
Tell me you haven’t watched that part of the episode without telling me you haven’t watched that part of the episode.
In what parallel universe does a car with a spoiler, loud exhaust, bright orange aero trim and brake calipers constitute a ‘sleeper’?
Perhaps you didn’t get to that part of the episode.
Fair, although having to modify it (removing/repainting trim) to qualify is still a bit of a stretch :)
Appreciate the review though.
That's why I bought the red one. It doesn't stick out so much and look a little sleeker IMO. The accents are silver instead of red like all the other colors. I thought it was the most sleeper of the color options.
Honestly it's a good deal, but maybe Hyundai should of picked a different flagship color for their Ns. The red and dark blue look better.
Honda has more advanced FWD setup, but even at MSRP it's hard to justify spending that much on a fwd car.
I donno how anyone can stand to look at this thing. I think id rather be seen driving a pt cruiser. I dont care how cheap it is. I definitely wouldnt turn around to look at it after i got out.
Why this car is so ugly? An Elantra GTN would have been way better.
Might be fun to drive but it's UGLY!!