2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Review and Road Test - DETAILED in 4K UHD!

[@liddlebopeep]

Wish they had kept this look, the triangle refresh from 2019-2020 looks awful.

[@azizs6156]

Hands down, one of the best car reviewers on KZbin. I like you very organized, consistence and thorough way of doing the reviews. Keep it up :)

[@xoclegin]

savagegeese is another great car reviewer on KZbin. Very underrated channel.

[@xoclegin]

I like how Alex goes into a thorough detailed review on the car so it make it way easier of what car you want.

[@MuSiCMaNiA2104]

Same!!

[@charilakshmanan8000]

No doubt Alex is one of the best car reviewers around. His analysis is thorough , to the point , comprehensive , objective , consistent and unbiased. Thank you, Alex...keep up the good work.

[@stevefranklin8052]

Hey alex. your one of the best reiewers out there . I have had my 2017 Elantra for a year now. SE with pop and tech packages . little over 14000 miles. 0 problems. one big requirement for my new car was a real automatic transmission. that eliminated lots of cars! No more cvt for me. Nightmare ! over ten thousand dollar repair quote! I like this car just fine and LOVE this automatic transmission !

[@ThatLaloBoy]

Exactly. I'm willing to sacrifice 1 MPG for a far more reliable car

[@johnfranklin5277]

@@ThatLaloBoy Hi, have 73.000 miles now on my 17 Elantra, has been flawless, 0 repairs, 0 issues. Still liking it very much. Hope yours has been also.

[@jaxandmore440]

What car did you have that needed a new $10k CVT? I had bad luck with CVTs as well, so when I was shopping for a new car the last time, I decided I wouldn't consider any car with a CVT. I ended up with a 2018 Elantra SEL.

[@johnfranklin5277]

@@jaxandmore440 Mitsubishi outlander. 2008. Great car, except for the cvt.

[@jaxandmore440]

@@johnfranklin5277 my mom bought a 2015 Outlander Sport GT. She loves it. So far it's been flawless.

[@pm512]

Had one of the last models for a rental once. Not bad. Fun to drive and these things NEVER run out of gas. Excellent fuel economy and only 25 bucks to fill them up.

[@isshintiger5741]

Hands down, the best detailed review, after watching this video, you have no questions left. Awesome review!

[@johnfranklin5277]

Update on my 2017 Elantra.....just hit 100.000 miles!! 0 repairs, 0 issues!! 1 transmission service at 50.000 miles, 1 coolant service at 62.000 miles, 2 batteries, thats it. Even the brake pad are still good. Very happy with it. Bought a new 2021kia K5 GT LINE with premium package in june 2021. Very nice car. I'm using the Elantra for my 80 mile round trip to work! Will keep the mileage down on the new car.

[@chrissorreda4982]

Wow. This is actually a good car.

[@stevefranklin8052]

Aaron Phillips yes really.

[@chrissorreda4982]

I meant a good commuter car. Not sporty, not fast, not flashy; just a good car. This should be the Corolla of compact cars instead of the shit plastic box that is the Corolla.

[@ThatLaloBoy]

@@aaronphillips5197 It's fine. It's cheap, good on gas, reliable, and comfortable. If that's all you need, it's perfectly acceptable and far better than the ecoboxes of yesterday

[@Sweetheartbabez]

Loved your review. So detailed and practical. I like how you didn't gun the engine and then complain how loud it was like other reviewers do. You drove the car normally and accurately explained the differences between cars of similar appeal. New subbie!

[@shwt121]

You are doing an excellent job of reviewing this vehicle........and I must say Im in love with my Electric Blue Limited.....it has most of the techno & physical bells and whistles. Thank you for the guided tour.😊👍👍I do get 37-38 on the hgwy when using the cruise control @70 mph...plus the K & N airfilter helps with performance & mileage : also octane booster & synthetic oil.

[@kenander45]

Great review Alex. My daughter has a 2016 Elantra. It's an awesome little automobile.

[@baldheadlogic]

Great REview Alex! I like this exterior and interior better than the previous gen Elantra which I owned briefly.

[@Portareaf]

Great as always. Liking the new look with the graphics and fonts.

[@felixlaupc]

very detailed review. I'm glad that I subscribed to the right channel. Dude, you're one if not the best car reviewer.

[@LoveStallion]

I laugh every time the shot abruptly shifts to Alex lying seductively in a trunk. Love it.

[@fuzzygamer7]

Hey Alex, long time follower of your videos including The Mountain Garden. I was hoping you could begin to include a demonstration/explanation of the Driver Assist features in your videos. There is considerable differences in these systems, and it's become a huge point of differentiation for my personal shopping. For example, the Hyundai Elantra appears to be able to keep the lane like the Honda Civic, unlike the Fords that only correct the lane departure. For the Adaptive Cruise Control, perhaps an explanation of speeds active, and smoothness/reaction times. Thanks for making some of the best review videos out there!

[@quietguy1948]

The Civic is cramped. I dislike their high pricing and package arrangement. Give me the Elantra all day over the Honda.

[@unnamedny]

It seems like hiding exhaust pipe tips is becoming a standard very fast. Have anyone else noticed that Alex pulled rear seat fold release handle before closing the trunk, hmmm I wonder why. 5:23

[@2004cyrus]

Since he got stuck the other day lol! Did you see that?

[@davidobrien7728]

Best car reviewer there is! Thinking about buying this model, but in the 2018. Any major updates or different features?

[@MooseOllini]

Great Review Alex! Any idea if you'll get the chance to try out the new 2017 Kia Forte?

[@brocklanders6969]

Another great review! I really think you should do a separate review on 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport. I think it will compare more favorably to the new Civic EX-T and Mazda3.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

As a sedan fan: This is my car to buy Alex.

[@marve6969]

As always, great video Alex! I've really been waiting for you to review the Chevy Colorado/GMC Canyon, 6 cylinder and diesel. Any idea on when that will happen?

[@pedrofernandez3893]

I hope that both Hyundai and Mazda continue to shun CVT's. Every other Asian brand is jumping on the bandwagon

[@pedrofernandez3893]

***** But for the sake of gas mileage, they're going the CVT route and since people are buying, I won't be surprised if this becomes the norm and the traditional automatic will go bye bye and instead of repairing CVT''s when they break, they'll just sell you a refurbished one and deduct the core when you return it, like they do with rack and pinion units.

[@sic22l]

+pedro fernandez CVTs won't be much more popular than they are now because very few cars are USA exclusive and almost noone buys CVTs in Europe or Asia. They're shit in everything except driving at steady speed on a flat road.

[@pedrofernandez3893]

sic22l Then I should like them cause in So Fla is all flat and I do drive at a steady sped, but I have been warned more than once about NOT buying into it.

[@scottowen2285]

sic22l

[@TheCobruhAlienat0r]

Toyota still uses traditional automatics. I think the Prius is the only one with a CVT. It doesn't seem anyone has figured out how to make a CVT as reliable as a traditional automatic which is why I think Toyota, Hyundai/Kia, and Mazda are staying away from it.

[@johncoll4456]

Alex, I'm sure all the other reviewers watch you to learn from the best.

[@thllxb88]

Great review as always. But, what is wrong with your camera this time? The picture has very obvious distortion throughout the video, especially on the right half. Please fix it, and we can all enjoy your wonderful review again.

[@elmeddinnaqiyev9123]

Hi, what are the differences between Elantra limited and Elantra eco headlights and taillights? thanks

[@quietguy1948]

Good video review... My choice (2018) would be the Elantra "Value Edition".

[@basedmek]

That's what I just got. Amazing vehicle

[@artisankyle]

@@basedmek How is it so far? Did you get the value edition?

[@middlejamaica5313]

Alex please comment on the suspension as a part of the review thanks it would add to the richness of the review

[@firasalwakeel5365]

Alex thank you for another amazing review!

[@jayg7482]

You need to test the new elantra sport!

[@lawdog516]

Another great review Alex, does the center armrest slide forward? Thanks

[@danricciardo6847]

Nice review, few notes though: rear seat middle section back support is very firm, i would say uncomfortable. also the center arm rest is padded but actually is very shallow, when you rest your elbow you would think it is plastic with no padding.

[@joeb2588]

Man can you review a car! Nice job! Have you done the Mitsubishi Lancer? I'm interested in the ES 2.0 manual transmission model.

[@aomosh80]

I would like for you to review the adaptive cruise for the cars you review. How responsive and smooth it is

[@jowowetan]

The new civic is still my favorite for this segment but this Elantra looks pretty good.

[@elmeddinnaqiyev9123]

Hi, what are the differences between Elantra limited and Elantra eco headlights and taillights?

[@kennethnkansah785]

Hey Alex, this may be rather late but which would you recommend between this and the 2017 Corolla SE or XSE? Thanks!!!

[@sfmman2000]

How's the pedal feel? I generally find Hyundai's gas pedals a chore to press during longer drives.

[@kaviarM]

pleas bring the all new chevy Cruze. i like to see it on your channel. thanks

[@geosam56]

Alex, Is Hyundai discontinuing the Elantra GT hatchback? I like the new design on this sedan and I hope it carries over to the GT.

[@matthewyim1736]

Alex, do you think the eco trim with the 1.4 turbo and the sport trim with the 1.8 turbo and the dual clutch transmission be coming out in mid to late 2017?

[@roydespagne]

wow! Well thought out and informative. Keep up the good work

[@miguelserna5855]

can u fold the outside mirrors ?

[@pcdude23]

As always great review Alex.

[@nrborod1]

how about the new Cruze?

[@scottw7492]

Would be nice to add ease of parking rating. Turning radius. Great reviews as always

[@angel_machariel]

Heh I'm surprised you didn't come up with the new Audi A4 yet

[@bti-ro2vh]

This was the best looking Elantra.

[@pdlynch4330]

good review, some info could be shared with graphic/comparisons as the the comparisons less wordy. Show me!!

[@ironsaber2]

will we be seeing a 2016 cruze review any time soon?

[@techbizcanada7594]

Thank you! Loved the review.

[@drizzlesquad6758]

Can you review a completely stock car with no options

[@airnmorris]

I just bought this car 2017 Elantra Limited and slow it isnt and this is a very comfortable car and it handles superb in cornering and handling. There was no body roll and have no idea what your talking about performance wise. This car definitely out classes previous elantra models from 2011 on. sorry but your 0-60 time is not accurate on my car. I dont know what you were driving as a test car but my car is a loaded leather seated rocket and performs out standing! Especially when I use it in sport mode.

[@dougn2350]

Well all of that is welcome news to me. I bought a '16 back in January because the deals were phenomenal. Paid $16.5k on a $21K list priced car. In 3 yrs I'll seriously consider this generation.

[@kn7gez]

Good info for making a buying choice

[@notifbutwhen-n8y]

Great review. Thanks.

[@zelikris]

excellent review

[@kpag3030]

What kind of gas mileage does it get in economy mode? What does the drive feel like in sport mode?

[@matthewyim1736]

Kelly, if you put it in economy mode, then the suspension doesn't get as firm and you'll save more fuel, however for the sport mode, it's the opposite

[@dougn2350]

I have '16 Elantra. I never use Eco mode and I still get 40mpg highway nearly all the time. In summer heat I get about 38 highway. combined city/highway about 33. I have no complaints about fuel economy.

[@puterjess]

Doug N do you like the car, I want the 2016 Elantra GT and I would only use it for commuting to school and home

[@dougn2350]

Jessica Murphy ... I think the GT hatchback would be perfect for commuting. And the hatchback makes it very versatile. Like a compact CUV but better mpg.

[@focusedfreebird]

Doug N if you want compact SUV with top mpg...buy honda fit!!!

[@miguelserna5855]

does it has a sunroof?

[@pkerry12]

Wow the warranty for cars suck in the US in Australia its an unlimited km 5 year warranty fixed service price 250 every time

[@skylhigh6842]

My wife loves the car, but I have one complaint, about a big guy like me. (Not fat, just big) it is very hard to get in and out of. I hit my head every time I get into the car. It is peppy, the ride is excellent, the gas mileage is fantastic. and the warranty is great. I have always been a Toyota or Honda fan, but they cost so much more with the same technology.

[@blessedhighlyfavored376]

How tall are you?

[@EARLandPEARL-c3i]

you sir are a great reviewer

[@cw4623]

"Connected feel" in handling is a bad thing. Feedback in steering is a bad thing. Body roll is a good thing. Mazda 3 has trash steering. Please get this right.

[@asystoleD]

This video was amazing, oh my god

[@Clove_Parma]

sedans are where I wonder how you get out of the boot... seems like you'd get stuck more easily in a sedan boot than a mini?

[@suezotiger]

Cars with trunks have release levers on the inside since generally the only way out is through the trunk. A car with a hatch doesn't need one since you can just climb over the seat if necessary

[@Clove_Parma]

suezotiger ah ok, I've not had a sedan in years. I don't know if it's required in Australia to have a latch. Alex seemed to get stuck pretty good in the mini a couple of days ago :p

[@susielong9564]

Anyone know if u can change ringtone in car ??

[@daaaaaannnnnn]

New toyota prius review please

[@watershed44]

Actually the Ford Focus has steering feel that is as good or better than the new Civic, and as good as the current Mazda 3

[@Omnis2]

If you put the Civic above the Elantra, the hyundai's powertrain must be goddamn terrible. That's insane.

[@lullanie]

I have the perforated seats. They hurt the look and make it really hard to keep the seats clean.

[@codygubernick9928]

Love it so much

[@Fadic4]

Reminds me of the new mailbu

[@matthewyim1736]

They are not fog lights, they are LED daytime running lights.

[@stevefranklin8052]

Allan Kimenyi well if you live in an area that gets thick fog, you care.

[@hunter1701d]

I own a 2017 Elantra. They have a 2.0 Atkinson cycle variant of the Nu engine. I would stay away. Mine, and according to many reports the dealer told me they get, is they make a loud ticking/tapping noise when cold. It sounds like a diesel. Dealer reported Hyundai said it was normal because the metal shrinks in cold weather. I have never ever had a car do this in cold weather and I have had my fair share of bombs. I bought it used so am only covered up to 60000 miles. I said to Hyundai ok if this is so normal cover my car to the full 10 year 100000 mile warranty. They just keep giving me the run around. I mean if there is no issue with the car it would not cost them anything to give the full powertrain warranty. I have no confidence in the longevity of this engine and unfortunately it looks like they are putting these in more models like the Kona. Also I think these engines are in the Kia Forte and other Kia models.

[@robbflynn4325]

Google million mile Elantra. I have a 2017 Elantra. 75,000 miles, zero problems. It uses no oil, yes they don't seem to like the cold, the heater takes a while to work and I've detected the odd tapping on startup but that doesn't mean the engines are bad, it's just a characteristic.

[@MrFella6969]

My 17 and wife's 18 Elantra make the same noise when cold . Both cars has no issues. Just the way they are

[@palebeachbum]

It's an attractive car all around, inside and out. But the face to me looks too much like a Dodge Dart, which i don't like at all. The headlights and "mouth" are basically the same shape. It's definitely one of the more sexy and mature looking compact sedans on the market and also backed by one of the best warranties.

[@zedlopez8267]

I drove this car and almost convince me,but rather i got the ex optima,i like this car and pretty sure if iam going to buy for my son or downgrade my ride i’d go for this one,

[@fordwindsor351]

I don't know why they couldn't just call a damn sport edition as "Sport" , back in my day a damn SE was standard equip

[@madpistol]

It looks decent on the outside, but the interior just doesn't do it for me, especially around the doors. The just look really cheap.

[@alanexknight9810]

It's build cheap lol

[@Trades46]

Well it is an economy car; you can't compare this to a BMW or Lexus by any measures. Compared to a Corolla or Focus, I think it is quite similar. It is unavoidable to have plastics dominate in these non-premium compact cars without prices becoming a major constraint.

[@5560298537]

For great reviews

[@theblurmetalhead]

THANKS

[@vq37zu]

I don't think I agree with you on this review, Alex. The hard touch plastics are disappointing, the styling is on the boring side (specially on the rear and sides) and this definitely does not win over the Mazda3's styling. Interior styling is a step back from the last generation.

[@nextonetxet]

awesome

[@davidzavala337]

After owing an elantra 2017 se MPG sucks. I get 25 average to as low as 24. Too much hard plastic, boring inside , manual e brake that eats lots of space, not a very dood ride, noisy and the worst, base models have to theft deterrent!!!! Mine got stolen so easily by just putting a screwdriver and turning the steering wheel back a forth until the lock inside broke. You'll be surprise that on 2017 there are still cars without that feature. The good about the is that it's been reliable.

[@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind]

My 2018 Elantra gets 36 mpg and i don’t even use the high way most weeks.. I leave the car in eco mode it’s not the fastest car in the world it’s got average speed for a car it’s price and class as a commuter car I don’t have the base model and I love the car potential theft of the car I can believe with how light and empty the doors feel tho... definitely not trying to get Tboned in this car lol

[@davidzavala337]

@@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind I try eco and still get 26 mpg max. I bought two brand new hyundais that same day in 2017 since they were the one that gave me the best deal on features I wanted. I currently own a Sonata 2.4 sport and Elantra. The sonata is by far the worst one, I get 19 MPG, now that one it's more comfortable, nicer interior larger bit still that mpg sucks. My old Jeep wrangler with all terrain got 16 mpg with and 5 speed and v6. All KZbin reviewers says the same thing about Kia and Hyundai, that their MPG sucks and I have two vehicle to testified. Now I do drive mostly stop and go which no I know that normal engines are not good, but still my moms Corolla gets 28, my coworkers civic gives 30 on the se commute.

[@yifengzhou8207]

Hyundai Elantra sells -43.6% in April 2016 and -34.2% in 2016 compared to 2015. I have always a question: a lot of cars receive good comments from auto reviewers (like Mazda 6, CX-5, or new Elantra), but the sales number are extremely poor compared to Corolla, Camry, Rav4, CRV these boring models. For example, Rav4 has been on top SUV sale for 6 months surpassing CRV and Escape, but on all kinds of auto reviews, this vehicle is below average. I do believe the normal buyers are the car reviewers share different opinions.

[@chrissorreda4982]

+Dahis39 Not entirely true. Most buyers want an Appliance and are too psychologically 'young' to experiment with other makers.

[@lowrider276]

+Chris Sorreda What in God's name does "psychologically young" mean? So does a 40 year old that buys a prius have the mind of a 16 year or something?

[@kokopuffs5789]

The reason why the new Elantra isn't selling as good as last model is because Hyundai drop the ball with this car. They made the car with a "weak" engine, cheap hard plastic door panels and not as value friendly as before. The new Civic, Mazda 3 and Cruze really put out great competitive cars at great prices while the Hyundai Elantra just felt comfortable doing subtle changes that didn't take them above the competition.

[@tahsin28]

The only things it does better than the civic are the memory seats. I don't knw y the civic doesn't hav those

[@dygardion9130]

I see ford fusion when I look at the front

[@johnathonbutler5490]

I completely disagree on your opinion on the exterior styling vs the civic. The Civic looks way better everywhere. But i respect that its your opinion.

[@2004cyrus]

The Elantra is more bland but it's very mature, not as futuristic as Civic, which has a wide rear-end that takes some getting used to. Like you said it depends on your personal style, Honda did take some risk and I think it will pay off. Hyundais Elantra looks more grown up, and they will sell a lot of them. I've test driven both, I slightly prefer the Civics interior & available turbo and Apple Car Play

[@FeFe500]

Had this car 2 years now. Is it fun : yes Light enough to sideways: yes Cheap: yes :reliable and sexys: yes Fast: meh

[@jermainejpshepherd2778]

That's why I got the Elantra Sport version.

[@FeFe500]

@@jermainejpshepherd2778 yea smart move. I'm buying a supercharged brz now. It's not worth modding the elantra. However o did do some tasteful changes

[@tonythan1806]

I know Civis is better, but I love Elantra.

[@tqsuited]

What's a Knee-sun? You mean a Nissan?

[@tanveerkhalili5268]

Wow this car proves that honda and toyota are ripping us off 😆.

[@watershed44]

This isn't a totally new model, the chassis/unitbody is the same as the last model. Basically just a more extensive refresh.

[@dougn2350]

The unibody is all new. Probably not a single component of the frame that could be swaped with last yrs.

[@watershed44]

***** Not true.

[@soulfulroyalty]

look at Alex taking risks for us. .. the exclusive trunk rating. .. smh

[@gregnixon1296]

I test drove one of these today. Terrible acceleration. It couldn't get out of its own way.

[@mfmf100]

Watched just after the Sentra turbo review. I think the Nissan is a better deal - fewer features, but more power, six speed manual and a bit more space.

[@leslydutch1056]

If you're financing through Toyota Financial services, know that we are no longer allowed to use our credit cards to pay for our carpayments, RIDICULOUS!!!! If you want to use your credit card, you can only do it through Western Union which charges a 27 dollar fee, depending on your car payment and as much as 80 dollars if you want to pay cash. Terrible idea to charge your customers such insane amounts in order to pay their bills. Because they're afraid we will accumulate points. That is your only option if you want to use your credit card. WHY?????

[@miguelserna5855]

i mean for a college car its nice :-)

[@stevefranklin8052]

Miguel Serna it's a nice car for any age. 18 to 80. Lots of older wealthy people are satisfied with a reasonable car that's not too expensive also. And it a lot of car for around 20 grand. Love mine.

[@stevefranklin8052]

you guys crack me up the way you complain about 22, 23 thousand dollars for a new car being a lot of money lol. this is 2017, not 1987.you better stick to used cars if that kind of money bothers you.

[@Skyhawk1987Turbo]

Nice copy of the Ford Taurus grill

[@derpybellicgaming_yt658]

i don't get it right now why did the title said "2017" if the video was published on 2016 this don't make any sense

[@amill1563]

Views on this car compared to the Civic on KZbin are not even close. Civic has far more views.