Hyundai

Hyundai Elantra

Price $16,999 – $30,699
Fuel consumption 6.4 – 10.7 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 82%(view ratings)
The popular Hyundai Elantra sedan gets a cosmetic update for 2019. You'll immediately notice its much bigger grille and modernized lines. It is equipped factory standard with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder that produces 147 horsepower and numerous advanced safety features are now available. Meanwhile, the Elantra GT hatchback comes with a 161-horsepower four cylinder. The Sport versions get a 201-horsepower turbocharged engine.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 82%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 10/10
Safety 10/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 8/10
Compact sport cars
The Car Guide rating 77%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 10/10
Safety 10/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2019

N/A

Pros

  • Comfortable ride
  • Numerous trims
  • Ergonomic dashboard
  • Good handling (Sport)
  • Good value for money

Cons

  • Steering is too light
  • Fuel economy needs improvement
  • Performance just average (2.0L)
  • Chassis not as great as they say
  • Manual gearbox needs work

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