Overview
The Hyundai Elantra N carves by way of curves and whips down straights with a lot gusto that it’s managed to win us over regardless of its polarizing angry-catfish front-end design. Its fun-loving driving dynamics are made all of the extra participating by an ordinary six-speed guide transmission and a rowdy exhaust be aware that’s artfully balanced between playful and obnoxious. This racy high quality carries over into the cabin with its edgy dashboard, aggressively bolstered sports activities seats, and N badges, which function reminders that this isn’t just a few odd Elantra. As if we would have liked any reminders. However the Elantra N is extra than simply sporty; it’s a roomy, comfy, and sensible four-door sedan. Such versatility is a part of what makes this sport compact sedan a winner—actually—one thing it proved in a latest comparability take a look at in opposition to two extremely revered friends.
What’s New for 2023?
The Hyundai Elantra N is a carryover from the 2022 model 12 months, that means it receives no modifications. It does, nevertheless, change into one simply N Model fashions together with the Kona N, because the automaker has discontinued the Veloster N and won’t produce it for the 2023 model 12 months.
Pricing and Which One to Purchase
The Elantra N comes just one means, and that is mainly absolutely loaded. A number of efficiency, expertise, and security options are customary and assist to hold on Hyundai’s value-packed enterprise model. The one selections provided are exterior colours and both the guide or automated transmission. As lovers of stick shifts, our suggestion is the usual six-speed guide, however we can’t choose you in case you determine to spend an additional $1,500 for the eight-speed dual-clutch automated. Okay, perhaps we’ll choose you a bit.
Engine, Transmission, and Efficiency
The Hyundai Elantra N inherits its turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder from the Veloster N hatchback. That engine makes a stout 275-hp within the Veloster N, however because of an overboost characteristic the corporate calls N Grin Shift, the Elantra N boasts a 286-hp score. That provides the Elantra N an enormous energy benefit over the equally priced Jetta GLI. Throughout our instrumented testing of the Korean sport compact sedan we noticed sprints to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds and a 13.8-second quarter-mile run with a entice velocity of 105 mph. An eight-speed automated is obtainable however we’re glad to report a six-speed guide is customary. Throughout our quite a few drives of Elantra Ns we’ve famous its sharp throttle response, crisp dealing with, and sonorous exhaust be aware. We additionally discovered that the Elantra N’s longer wheelbase provides it a extra compliant trip than the Veloster N nevertheless it nonetheless delivers the surefootedness we search for in a sports activities sedan. The truth is, the extra time we spend with it the extra the Elantra N confirms its place as a high participant within the spicy sport compact section.
Gas Financial system and Actual-World MPG
The EPA hasn’t printed scores for the 2023 Elantra N, however we count on it to stay the identical because the 2022’s since no main modifications have been made: 22 mpg metropolis and 31 mpg freeway for fashions geared up with a guide transmission, and 20 mpg metropolis and 30 mpg freeway for automatics. Once we put it by way of our 75-mph freeway gasoline economic system route, the 2022 Elantra N manual-transmission model did barely higher than its EPA freeway estimate, notching a 32 mpg end result. For extra details about the Elantra N’s gasoline economic system, go to the EPA’s web site.
Inside, Consolation, and Cargo
The common Elantra’s dramatically restyled cabin has a decidedly cockpit-like appear and feel which interprets completely to the racier Elantra N. The sportier-looking ambiance is enhanced by sport seats with aggressive bolsters, metal-accented pedals, and a smattering of N badges. Rear seat passenger house is extra beneficiant right here than within the Veloster N and the trunk provides extra space for cargo. A sunroof is obtainable, however provided that you get the automated transmission.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The Elantra’s all-digital dashboard carries over to the N model, with a big 10.3-inch digital gauge show sharing actual property with a ten.3-inch infotainment show that is angled barely towards the driving force. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, in-dash navigation, and a Wi-Fi hotspot are all more likely to be customary options.
Security and Driver-Help Options
A number of driver-assistance applied sciences will seemingly be on the menu as customary options. For extra details about the Elantra N’s crash-test outcomes, go to the Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance coverage Institute for Freeway Security (IIHS) web sites. Key security options are more likely to embody:
- Customary automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Customary lane-departure warning with lane-keeping help
- Obtainable adaptive cruise management with lane-centering characteristic
Guarantee and Upkeep Protection
The Elantra N provides Hyundai’s now-legendary 10-year/100,000 mile guarantee. The one different model to supply such a guaranty is Kia, however Hyundai’s fashions include three years of complimentary upkeep as an added perk.
- Restricted guarantee covers 5 years or 60,000 miles
- Powertrain guarantee covers 10 years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary upkeep is roofed for 3 years or 36,000 miles
Specs
Specs
2022 Hyundai Elantra N
Automobile Kind: front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan
PRICE (C/D EST)
Base: $30,000
ENGINE
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, direct gasoline injection
Displacement: 122 in3, 1998 cm3
Energy: 276 or 286 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 289 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm
TRANSMISSIONS
6-speed guide, 8-speed dual-clutch automated
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 107.1 in
Size: 184.1 in
Width: 71.9 in
Top: 55.7 in
Passenger Quantity: 101 ft3
Trunk Quantity: 14 ft3
Curb Weight (C/D est): 3200–3300 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 4.8–5.3 sec
100 mph: 12.2–12.7 sec
1/4-Mile: 13.4–13.9 sec
High Velocity: 155 mph
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Mixed/Metropolis/Freeway: 23–25/20–22/30–31 mpg
Extra Options and Specs
