2019 Hyundai Elantra GT N Line (6-Speed Manual) - POV Driving Impressions

[@rightlanehog3151]

Another #Manual coming to market is always welcome.

[@treerexaudi]

indeed!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@devn3813 Happy shifting!

[@devn3813]

Right Lane Hog to you too! I don’t think I can ever go back to an automatic. I’m torn because they are faster

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@devn3813 I switched to manual 20 years ago and I hope I never have to go back to automatic. The extra engagement of manual driving is irreplaceable.

[@user-fd8vu2yl1f]

Fr

[@Bp2181991]

Ended up buying this exact car with the 6-speed for my wife last year and your review played a significant role in that. Thank you! It’s a ton of fun.

[@Bigmommafluffy]

I just traded in my 2016 Elantra GT for the Elantra GT N-Line six speed. This car is so much fun to drive.

[@JD-ey8hw]

Shame Hyundai dealers barely stock these. Let alone any manuals.

[@subvet3668]

J D, yeah hard to find to take a look

[@devn3813]

J D that’s what’s nice about the veloster N because everyone you find is a manual

[@dave_riots]

It's better to order from the factory anyways.

[@jjx89]

it's so sad that manuals are dying. I applaud the few companies keeping them alive.

[@adelaideautowashes]

The only people that really buy them are bargain hunters and enthusiasts.

[@alansanchez1149]

Just bought one in Summit Gray (6 M/T) a few weeks ago and I absolutely love it! It's such a fun car to drive and the cornering is surprisingly sticky. The car just wants to be driven hard. I'm always looking for more reasons to get up and drive it. Definitely satisfied with my buy!

[@subvet3668]

Alan Sanchez, how’s your mileage?

[@alansanchez1149]

@@subvet3668 Lately I've been averaging no less than 28 mpg in the city. Some days I manage to get into the low 30s. The highest I've hit on a normal day of driving was 33 mpg.

[@clay9653]

Agree with you completely , I bought same except typhoon silver

[@R0man1anRebel]

Should you put premium in these or does regular work good

[@PrinceofPeace2000]

@@R0man1anRebel I'd go for premium.

[@jonathanmuniz8133]

Got a DCT in intense blue about a month and a half ago and I absolutely love it. Checks every single box that I had for a fun daily. Such a blast to drive.

[@scraps0233]

@Jonathan Muniz Nice car bro! I love the look of them over the sedan. I’ve heard the dct is the way to go cause the manual isn’t the best

[@StunnaDroppedYou]

Jonathan Muniz Hit us back at 30k if you’ve still got it

[@ciello___8307]

Hows the fuel economy? I heard the hyundai 1.6's kinda lag behind compared to competitors on that front.

[@kmpaton]

@@StunnaDroppedYou My wife’s 2019 Elantra Gt N-line with the DCT just hit 30k. No issues.

[@StunnaDroppedYou]

@@kmpaton not a bad time to sell and upgrade

[@ovolsretep]

I know this great review is from a number of years ago, but we just picked up this exact car and color yesterday for my wife. Drove 3.5 hours to get it and had to pay a premium (isn't that weird? premium price used to be for automatic transmissions!) because it's still a 6-spd. She drove it another 5 hours afterwards on a road trip and loved it. It replaces her 2013 Elantra GT which was a great little car, just waaaay underpowered, which had 207,000 miles on it and was still going strong. Hope this one gets there too.

[@mguirdy8685]

Just got the GT N Line. It is everything you said it was. Love it. Thanks for the post. I drove the Civic Si. Hands down I love the N Line. I don’t miss the LSD one bit. This little thing hums.

[@mguirdy8685]

@@gearandtravel Yes. Have logged over 6000 miles. Great for zipping around town. That is where she shines.

[@subvet3668]

How’s your fuel economy?

[@ELVER_GALARGA__]

BOUGHT SAME CAR A YEAR AGO AND ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT, ITS FUN, SIMPLE, SOUND SYSTEM ITS GREAT, OVERALL AN AFFORDABLE LITTLE FUN HATCHBACK TO DRIVE AROUND WITH

[@tonyc4777]

I really hope they bring the N version at some point!

[@buildmorefarms1007]

I found the manual transmission on this model to be light and fun! If this had the Veloster N engine, Id buy one.

[@gulvergwalia2047]

Bilipi

[@JacobHall1601]

In Europe and Australia we get a proper N version and it’s brilliant

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

​@cobbahall7463 basically a last ditch the save the poor old velo??

[@theconformist2399]

Always glad to see more manual hatchbacks in the wild, even if they are lukewarm (since not everyone wants a hot one). Great job, Hyundai! ... now when are we getting the i30N stateside? 😉

[@ciello___8307]

They should've brought over the full N. Don't really like how the veloster looks

[@SS-wm1wy]

Veloster and Civic belong to the same team, over the top and trying too hard to look good.

[@devn3813]

Skye Higa we need a full N version of the Elantra sedan, Elantra GT, Tucson, and G70 in addition to the veloster. That would be an amazing lineup. Hyundai needs to bring more Germans in and get this done.

[@subvet3668]

@@devn3813 , yeah because what I really want is a 4 door N with a manual. The Elantra/I30 N or the Fastback N that they get in Europe. Would be nice if they come with those better interiors as well than what is found on the US Veloster N.

[@jamesgand828]

Then what do you think would happen to the Veloster if they did that?

[@ryanhuang5990]

you see the reason they don't bring those cars over here is because no one actually buys them

[@TVinmyEye]

I have a 2018 Elantra GT Sport 7 Speed DCT. It’s almost pushing 40,000 miles now (yeah i drive a 💩 ton) . The GT Sport still puts a huge smile on my face whenever i drive it. Such an underrated car. I live in Los Angeles which is home to about 4-5 million people and to this day i’ve only seen about 7 GT Sports on the road (i’ve seen more non Sport models). People are really missing out on this Hatchback.

[@yobro5232]

I have a 2018 gt, the base model auto. I have 32k on it so far and love it. Out here in AZ. ✌🏼

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Wouldn't you see more proper Ns though??

[@samlee6152]

Your voice is so soothing. It’s like watching an asmr car review lol

[@zNoah]

I find quite enjoyable listening to the road noise

[@mikes1929]

I've been looking into these. It's killing me that you can't have the manual and tech package!

[@MaxSpeedMike]

#SaveTheManuals

[@Nicholas1999]

My manual transmission just blew up in my 2019 accent 29000 km

[@gianbueno6984]

#SaveTheWagons #SaveTheManuals

[@SternDrive]

@@Nicholas1999 I think I can help you make your transmission last the life of your car. I'm a professional driver. Give me a shout. I'd love to help.

[@dizzycapybara4162]

Although this was uploaded 3 years ago, I’ve recently taken a strong interest in the Elantra N-Line. I currently have the 2016 Veloster R-Spec. Fast little car, but the ride is rough as hell. I’m hoping to get the same fun with a more comfortable drive and better sound system. Thanks for uploading this bro.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Um, the nline also has stiff springs that make it rough too. Seems like hyundai are moving away from "luxury" (that's what Genesis is for anyway) to performance and sporty.

[@modmatt1]

Don't know why, I don't always think of this model, but it's definitely something I would personally consider.... Nice job on showing us the vehicle and driving the manual version!

[@jordanfield5826]

Try revving it with the clutch pedal down, it pops more for some reason

[@busywl69]

was at a honda dealership last week. Everyone is in there buying gigantic SUVs like they are going away next month. sad.

[@kroneyt1493]

SUV's will be, almost without question, the end of cool car culture for the common man. And I hate them as a result.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

​@@kroneyt1493 why I don't like the kona N and ioniq N, please, no more sports suvs

[@TheUnreadableUser]

​@@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621Kona N is just a lifted hatch. Barely an SUV

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

@@TheUnreadableUser the style gives me suv vibes, all the other Kona trims are an suv. Don’t go fooling me with the hatchback bullsh*t

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

@@TheUnreadableUser the body styling is still very "suv", I'm not fooled by the hatch bs hyundai is trying to pull

[@at8k755]

A front-wheel-drive MANUAL car and they don't give you a physical handbrake? Why???

[@treerexaudi]

so sad

[@NvrchFotia]

Steve Jones how could it be, especially when they have the one for the N in production?

[@yaseenyasir2504]

treerexaudi Official I see you and Midnight Club Still Canceled Soz all the time in every video i watch lol

[@ciello___8307]

Because 99% of the people who buy it aren't doing handbreak turns with this thing

[@geethsan1567]

@@ciello___8307 Also 99% of the people buying the N line spec model will try to do handbrake turns. So why not?

[@RSLyle]

Outstanding review. First of yours I came across. New subscriber

[@jmc323x]

On the top left corner of the gauge cluster screen, it constantly keeps recommending a gear to shift into. Which, I assume, is for optimal fuel economy. Interesting on the sport version of a hatch. I guess it's just nice to know when ya wanna know? 🤷‍♂️

[@kcav1255]

bheadr the Focus ST has this too

[@subvet3668]

Wish it had the "enhanced" sound of the Veloster. The R Spec Veloster has a great sound. Also has the overboost function but seems like this is tuned a bit softer. Also would be nice if they gave this the b and m short shifter from the R spec.

[@omenhp3061]

I don't need ferraris and lambos. I need these manual mid size sedans

[@juljasmaharchive]

Omen Hp it’s a compact hatchback you dumbnut.

[@omenhp3061]

@@juljasmaharchive bro ...!! Comeon ok ok

[@Diego_Barrr]

lol

[@cmclayton1986]

You really put it to the test. My nerves were a little shaky when you hit those corners 🤣🤣 I love this vehical tho. It reminds me of the Tucson.

[@subvet3668]

This is a decent car but seems pretty rare on dealer lots. It’s also close in price to the Civic Si which is a bit more dynamic, comes with an LSD, sunroof and better fuel economy. Hyundai really should have offered the tech package for the manual version of this which would have increased the value proposition, but it seems like they think enthusiasts don’t need the sunroof or other nice things that come with it.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Yeah, even though it's not a full N, the nline still seems to be car for people who like adding performance mods and what not, aka "enthusiasts"

[@AldoFelt]

GTI rival. Gotta love competition!

[@skfotograf]

for me is shame they didnt bring real "N" model to USA....Veloster is ogly!

[@aroundomaha]

This is an under the radar performance bargain in the segment. I went with a GTI as my family situation required an automatic. If manual were an option this is what I would have bought. Sport car snobs will look down their nose at it, but as a daily option at a good price the GT N-Line should be on the “dad wants a fun car” shopping list.

[@g0d__]

This is so good. I hope we get this in our country soon

[@458698]

I have the 2016 gt and love it but my biggest pet peeve is what I don’t understand stand why they add this is the shift notification if your beyond 2k rpm,it’s a Manual and it’s a GT why are you adding in notifications telling when to shift !! I wish I knew how to turn that off ,I don’t need or like a car telling me when to shift I can see that being useful in an automatic car but not a manual

[@Affalterbach1967]

10:24 The record player jumps when the car goes over expansion joints. Thanks Skrillex.

[@ChristopherCookLife]

I hear they are doing this with Veloster power next year. Going to be the hottest hatch out there if we get them in the US.

[@troy9er]

Drove the Sport with the 7 ap DCT. It was a nice car but I haven’t had a chance to drive the N Line with the stick shift. Bet I’d really like it.

[@brandonpickett8920]

I have a 2020 Hyundai Venue in 6 speed manual. It’s horrible to drive. A lot of rev hang and a clunking when I put into 1st gear

[@subvet3668]

Really looking forward to seeing the new 2021 with all their new tech.

[@t.k.morris]

You mentioned the G70... Can you explain the reference in comparison please?

[@xnopyt13]

And the Elantra gt is gone... so sad

[@jrag1000]

hmmm, now i like that one, reminds me of the GTI. Only with 4 doors. Er 5 doors. HAHAHA and his signature reverse in empty parking lot bit. lol

[@openway8949]

I drove volskwagen polo and I had Elantra in the past. So I have to say German car is significantly better. even though polo is in the segment lower. It is solid on the road, handles confidently.

[@arad907]

Hi Thanks for review, great review as always. What would you choose between Mazda3 2.5 natural and Elantra 1.6 Turbo?

[@kcav1255]

The car they should have made the N in the States

[@FlyingGentile]

Thank you. Finally a sensible person.

[@James-ne7oe]

I really like that n fastback too

[@tmat56]

This is in the states in pretty sure I saw ome the other day 😅

[@kcav1255]

Mark Anthony Of course this car is in the states...the video is in Michigan. I’m referring to a full N car.

[@t.k.morris]

How does this compare to the Forte GT manual?

[@T.Symone1]

Can you please do the 2019 Kia Forte

[@acerusea5156]

The start up chime sounds near identical to the Mercedes ones

[@ncvwrx2759]

@TheTopher, how would you compare this hatch to the corolla xse hatch w/ 6 spd?

[@SaintMecha]

Can you try to test drive a Genesis Coupe 3.8 (2nd gen 2013~2016) for us please?

[@devn3813]

Why won’t they bring an N version to the U.S. I want a 4 door N with technology like this car.

[@trafficlightcollection99]

This car provides automatic transmission in Singapore.

[@t.k.morris]

Do you run regular 87 octane gas?

[@AP-wu1rv]

I want a manual car I only driven one once when i was 15 I learned on a MK5 GTI very smooth

[@anthonyvillegas1506]

Love this car, I have the same one but 2017!!

[@attnMoFo]

Is it true you feel all the bumps in the road?

[@treerexaudi]

Do you ever notice weird stuff on newer manuals due to drive by wire systems and more safety features? I have heard in some newer manuals you can't heel toe downshift because if you brake and gas at same time it cuts engine power thinking you are panicking trying to break...

[@WilliamLevesqueineX]

My 2018 Mazda3 is fine.

[@treerexaudi]

@@WilliamLevesqueineX thats good to hear

[@WilliamLevesqueineX]

@@treerexaudi I think most are ok tbh... Veloster Turbo I tried was ok too. If you keep watching this video he revmatches a lot and it's all gucci.

[@treerexaudi]

@@WilliamLevesqueineX yeah

[@TheTopher]

Not really, that’s only an issue when you’re on the throttle and brake for more than a split second. There isn’t as much feel and pedal feedback with newer cars, but the dynamics are still the same

[@crunchers9]

Can you get the Tech package with a manual?

[@subvet3668]

crunchers9, unfortunately no.

[@MrSagaraa]

Nice test dude I don't know for mazda 3 gt sport or hyundai elentra gt.. What's choice for me? More mazda 3 I think haha

[@ronniefranks4351]

I am considering this car. It looks great in gray. I may wait for next year’s model hoping it comes with a limited slip differential which it really should have had all along. Also, I would like a choice of a lighter color interior.

[@showalk]

If you're in the US, they're sadly not bringing it back to the NA market. It's sticking around internationally though as the i30.

[@t.k.morris]

Does it run on regular gas or need premium?

[@peterhong526]

No need for premium...but I'm guessing down the road, you're going to get lots of carbon deposits.

[@axc8932]

I wasn’t really a fan of this when I drove it. For a “N” line trim, I don’t think it deserves that badge. The real N is cool.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Your not talking about the veloster when you say "N", don't you? I think they really ruined the nline, when they brought out the tucson nline

[@nateguzman9574]

Stuck deciding between this car or the 19 Honda Accord Sport 2.0t

[@TheRealBrendon]

Nathaniel Guzman go for the Accord

[@subvet3668]

I want to like this car but it’s EPA rating is horrible at 23 / 30 compared to the Civic Sport manual Hatch at 29/37 with real world results of 42 on highway. I don’t understand why Hyundai’s numbers are so inferior.

[@2MenEQ]

Just to clarify... I just purchased this model... Does the 6MT not come with two drive modes? ...or is it only the DCT model?

[@kieransmith1796]

only the dct

[@2MenEQ]

@@kieransmith1796 thanks 😕

[@thelensmax]

Hey there) your shifts pretty well! I like it)

[@sinoofficialogx]

You Have Smooth Transmission But Really I feel Like Up Shifting Is Too Slow 👍

[@angus823]

then shift the gears faster?

[@alexitoe30]

would you say these handles the same as the veloster n? and whats the difference between 2020 and 2019

[@kylegriffin3778]

I want one for my second daily.

[@michaelscott4465]

Very informative and useful. Thank you

[@pascalparent3137]

If one is looking to tune this car, should he look for a manual or a dct? Manual tuned gti's had problems with higher torque numbers...

[@user-ys8vs5lx5l]

Manual

[@t.k.morris]

Did you say the rev hang is worse in the SI?

[@subvet3668]

Just watching the Tac it seems almost zero rev hang.

[@bigdud88]

Interesting that as standard (not optional) they put those Michelin high level performance tires with this being a non full blown performance car like the Veloster N is. Idk if the average buyer would be happy with the lower tread life and increased road noise. And for buyers in northern climates they'd have to get another set of tires or wheels.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

May not be full performance like the N is, but the nline isn't really aimed towards the masses, it sort of seems more amid at people who like to mod their cars, but not tracking it really. The tucson is the only nline that seems to be for the masses. Ruins the whole "baby N" dynamic if you ask me

[@c-apsl-ock]

thanks for the great review😊

[@peejread2309]

Hi. Can you make a video with the Elantra GT base model manual transmission. Please and thanks. I find that less people review good base models.

[@K03sport]

In what ways is this similar, if any to your brz and what's different, in regards to the driving aspect? Similar engine numbers don't tell the whole story and both can be rev'd out and stay out of trouble. Does the n-line have potential to be more than a quick-ish commuter and is it tweakable/tunable?

[@TheTopher]

There isn’t much aftermarket for Hyundai yet, however they’re coming out with some N performance parts soon. This and the brz are completely different in every way, except for price. If you want something quick and practical the Veloster n is your friend. Fun to drive, brz, a warm hatch, this Elantra is a good option.

[@harrifano341]

Super duper like your videos!

[@pierrecesario6446]

Is the camera below or above the cap? I like the angle in your videos.

[@TheTopher]

Below the cap 🧢

[@meryuk]

You could explain to Mat Watson what to do with a parcel shelf 😊

[@recaanharb]

Nice Video! I'm debating between this or the Corolla hatchback (6sp). Which would you recommend for DD?

[@BrunoLiraArraisMaia]

this

[@TheTopher]

Getting a corolla hatchback in a couple weeks, I’ll let you know!

[@SSC3034]

Long term reliability, get the Toyota for having both Port and Direct injection. The Hyundai would probably be more fun and tunable because Turbo

[@bashfullJ88]

I would recommend the elantra gt. It has much more space inside. The back seat and trunk are much larger than the corolla. And you get android auto and turbo, which you can't get on the corolla.

[@pedrosoares8818]

in portugal that car name is i30

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Same in Australia too

[@NvrchFotia]

If you want a manual, go for the full N car. If you want the dct then go for the Elantra.

[@thequarantinefamily5230]

Anybody know if a K and N filter will void factory warranty on my N Line??

[@peterhong526]

If it is just drop in filter, definitely not.

[@sky_004]

What the hell, this is just the i30. Didn't know you guys got that car over there. I thought you only got the veloster.

[@abracing199]

Both but no n version for this car. We get the veloster n but no true Elantra N.

[@K03sport]

... I believe Infiniti owns 'i30' name in the states, hence the name difference...sometimes the US/NA market sucks for getting good cars

[@thequarantinefamily5230]

I tried getting a manual transmission N Line and ended up getting the automatic instead which is a little faster than the manual transmission I am happy with my automatic it shifts gears so quickly and has extra gears.

[@danielleroux6490]

Too bad you didn't get the manual

[@thequarantinefamily5230]

Daniel LeRoux it’s all good because the automatic is quick on acceleration and on freeway speed if I want to takeoff at freeway speeds it switches quicker plus I can have my hands free of shifting during traffic situations

[@humblebeast5494]

I jus got the 2020 model. Can’t wait to see what it offers me 😆

[@humblebeast5494]

@@thequarantinefamily5230 👍🏾

[@Bp2181991]

It may shift slightly quicker, but you can’t “skip” gears. In my manual, I can go straight from 5th to 3rd on the highway for quick acceleration. I wouldn’t sacrifice the fun of shifting myself to be slightly quicker, but I’m glad you’re enjoying your car.

[@marcellszabo8269]

This is the I30 in Europe

[@dirkcurritzki9585]

LOL you even listed out the towing capacity

[@TheTopher]

For all the Europeans towing their camper vans with a hatchback 😂

[@luisjalvareztorres8481]

All Hyundai has to do is throw an LSD at it and this car will transform into a very serious competitor to the Golf GTI. .

[@TheBli7krieg]

What car you would want to drive that doesn't available in US?

[@yaseenyasir2504]

Wyvern If I lived in the US I would want a Nissan Skyline GTS4 to arrive in the States, but since I live in Australia, we really need your chevrolet suburbans, I love those things.

[@TheTopher]

3 cylinder Fiesta ST!

[@TheBli7krieg]

@@TheTopher hmm I thought you would say some French hot hatch 😄

[@MrThekikster]

This or the mazda3 hatch?

[@ak2112]

FriscoFloHorology this. The 3 is nicer but that old 2.5 engine just isn’t any fun.

[@jihxnn.g]

Why does this elantra look like a Veloster..

[@meryuk]

This area looks like Vojvodina. 💚

[@NaijaBull]

This or the Civic Si?

[@zippeduniform3]

Civic for sure.

[@AnthaGainz]

do you rent the car for the day ? or how do you get these cars to record bro

[@K03sport]

... It's a press car from Hyundai's press fleet...Definitely beat on way more than a rental...he'll have it for a day or two or an entire week depending on demand.

[@4040chocolate]

Hmmm this or the Mazda 3?

[@tjsylla]

yo this is my dillema right now!!! A friend is selling his 17' Mazda 3 Grand Tour...and I'm talking to dealers about the NLine, currently got an OTD of $23,267. Just waiting to pull the trigger.

[@tjsylla]

plus I really wanted the damn panoramic sunroof.. if they had put that on this car... It'd be a no brainer for me!

[@Sam-jt4rl]

a few WHAT?! 0:44

[@dyoolan]

gt n line vs gti. hmm...

[@leslie7872]

Could you review a 1st or 2nd gen Mazda3?

[@JayzBeerz]

sure send him one

[@leslie7872]

@@JayzBeerz i live in toronto :(

[@FRGMNTD]

Damn I wish I knew how to drive stick.

[@jaleru]

0:43 When he said "Niggles" my spine shivered. Too close for comfort bruh bruh 🤣🤣