2021 Elantra N Line DCT vs Jetta GLI DSG vs Honda Civic Si | Drag and Roll Race

[@SamCarLegion]

I apologize for the terrible static noise 😬. A technical issue with the my new Rode mic. The text with the Honda is missing due to rendering. Apologies everyone

[@mikehall2569]

Show a kia soul gt drag race honda civic si

[@ziadziad3475]

Elntra faster than gli

[@jip254]

Nice video. The GLI was the quickest car without a doubt but i have to admit i was very surprised by the Si, it's a 1.5L turbo + it's manual and it did pretty good.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@amitprulovify]

@@SamCarLegion what's the specks of gli si and i30n all stock?

[@doggedoo1795]

@@amitprulovify the GLI sounded like it has an exhaust. and the tail pipes don't look stock. not a fair race at all. The GLI with a chip and exhaust can easily dyno at 350hp.

[@jakebradley5357]

@@doggedoo1795 that’s the stock gli exhaust and the gli makes almost 70 more pounds of torque than the civic stock. The gli is probably the best value car of the batch

[@jozhfy]

the civic has his 1.5l engine at 22 psi stock 😂, the elantra is at 18 👀

[@hyperionwarrior1958]

I’ve literally put car lengths on every civic si in my 23 Nline I’ve raced from a dig or roll it doesn’t matter. You got something wrong here my man 😂

[@that_tequila_ram]

glad im not the only one thinking this lol. love picking on civic si's on the road

[@nickclashez]

You’re right lol driver mod … Kona n line diver here

[@nickclashez]

@johndoe3485 this channel seams to be un-legit

[@dustinryan9622]

I don't think he is turning Traction Control Completely off which I find makes a huge difference in my 2024 Elantra N Line.

[@italibello]

i agree hyper this bs

[@aroundomaha]

If I hadn’t see how hard Civic SIs dominate in SCCA G Street class I’d be surprised at how well this one did. It was pretty tight to the GLI.

[@FB6K24Z7]

The new GLI and the civic SI are impressive couldn't believe how well it did with the smallest engine here and that to with a manual transmission

[@that-efh9630]

Thanks again Sam for another great drag race. I can definitely say from the last race against the Mazda 3 turbo and the n line my driving has improved thanks for all the fun and love the way the video turned out. 👌

[@SamCarLegion]

Thanks for joining again bud

[@NaijaBull]

2 questions: Is your Si stock? And was the TC completely turned off (pedal dance)?

[@that-efh9630]

@@NaijaBull hey yes my civic si is stock and the TC was off during the races it said TC off

[@NaijaBull]

@@that-efh9630 Even if it says its off its never fully off unless you do a series of steps called the pedal dance. When complete, you'll see a steady TC off light like you normally would, and a second TC off light that will continuously blink. The Si is notably faster when this process is done (TC fully off) as power is never cut. I can tell you how to do it if you want.

[@that-efh9630]

@@NaijaBull hey sorry for the late reply and yes I did the pedal dance to turn it completely off for the races that said TC off and yes it makes a huge difference in the lower gears from cutting power very happy that I used that in this race. The last race on his channel it was never fully off and that’s why there’s a big difference in the gap on the n line and I always was shifting like I don’t care lol

[@scorber23]

the new Mk7 GLi is sick! .. especially in the corners, that front diff is smooth! coupled with the 260 torque = zero understeer, it tracks and pulls through with very minimal body roll, feels like an Audi .. with traction control off or partial sport setting you can get the backend to come around out of s-bends corners. The Gli is very nice and at $5k off from a Gti it's a no brainer! Golf R brakes and DCC adaptive suspension, diff and engine/turbo from the Gti.. throw some nice tires on it and it's on!

[@coolsahib]

Once you get stickier tires the GLI/GTI feel completely different

[@BrownSofaGamer]

@@layne4376 I’ve driven both and it’s not noticeable at all.

[@mitchfortson8413]

Love mine Gli

[@martintintin4384]

@@layne4376 I have both and it's not noticeable like people want to claim. GLI is actually the more fun car

[@martintintin4384]

@@layne4376 In every possible way. Specially when tuned. Idk who gave u the idea that the handling is NOTICEABLY different? We have over 10 GLIS and GTIS in our crew and the first thing EVERYONE noticed was how SIMILAR the handling was and how the GLI actually preforms better in a straight-line than a GTI does. Not to mention most GLIs including the one in this video are ( autobhan) edition which weighs 200 pounds more than the GLI S or 35th edition which we have which makes night and day difference at these power levels.

[@mattsmith7379]

Looks to me, Honda is jumping the go every run

[@TonyStone3000]

That's the first GLI that I've seen that doesn't look dainty. Looks mean, great job!!

[@nstylemotorsportsracing1471]

I know you have stated the N line doesn't like launches, however it still looks to me like on every race the car does not start to move for almost a second before the others. If it does have such a delay could you not hit the gas a split second before the race starts to make up for it's so called delay?

[@M4B21S88]

I know! its crazy seeing how the n-line gets "moving" once the other two car are already a little over a car length away... Still fares pretty well considering its delayed start,, but its a crazy slow launch, a IVT Elantra would probably beat it off the line lol....

[@nstylemotorsportsracing1471]

@@M4B21S88 I don't understand why? I have a few friends that have N line's and one who has a new Elantra N line! I know it doesn't stand a chance against a GLI especially when that one looked to have some modest mods on it but none of my friends have such a delay. Infact the Elantra Sport one friend has is quite fast in stock form, same DCT certainly a bit smaller but the point is they all get off the line much better than any CIVIC SI manual.

[@M4B21S88]

@@nstylemotorsportsracing1471 I believe you. I have the 1.6t w/ dct in my ‘21 Forte GT2. I have some runs in my channel timed with dragy...it takes off without a problem/no delays at all, quick enough to give me 0-60s in the range of 6.3-6.5 sec... So i dont know why the n-line on this video struggles so much off the line, heck even on the 2 rolls they did it should have done better - it only tied once.

[@nstylemotorsportsracing1471]

@@M4B21S88 ohhhh that's is sweet! I absolutely love the Forte DCT! I think its a better looking car than the new Elantra N line and it's also much lighter. Great choice buying that.

[@nstylemotorsportsracing1471]

@@mohebsamwil6045 I saw that! Well Sam needs to start shutting the dang traction control off and quit making Hyundai's look bad!

[@tutigseg]

The Elantra N-Line is not the fastest Elantra, Hyundai is gonna release Elantra N Performance next year pretty sure it's gonna smoke these 2 like toy cars

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

My GLI will be waiting 👍

[@ENnoobz]

The Si is not the fastest Civic, Type R gonna these next N like a toy car lol

[@gli3536]

I can’t wait to see the N performance come out and run like 13.8 in a 1/4 😂😂😂

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

@@gli3536 probably not even that

[@SimonStrother]

@@ENnoobz *New Golf R enters chat to dominate everything*

[@bravaking3482]

I don't know if it's just me but that GLI sounds and looks very custom lol. Because I know damn well Volkswagen didn't put those wheels and exhaust on that car😂

[@ruthlessruth846]

exhaust and wheels won't do any favor to this car unless it has a DP and tune. Further more, this is the HEAVIEST GLI, the autobahn version. It weighs as much as the accord 2.0 which is a Midsized sedan. So both the Civic SI and Hyundai were at a big advantage. If the GLI 35TH anniversary edition or S was used, it would have been even a worse KILL. The SI weighs 2899, This specific GLI in this video weighs 3300 which is heavier than the accord sport. If the GLI S or 35th was used, it would be even worse for both cars.

[@ruthlessruth846]

@@popsandbangs8858 facts, but if the 35th anniversary was used. It would be even a bigger lead.

[@rho88]

@@ruthlessruth846 again it’s in Canada… no such thing as different GLI version. There’s only 1 trim.

[@glistud8178]

@@rho88 which again I stated sucks for people in Canada

[@lillious]

@@popsandbangs8858 Stock GLI is 228

[@gunzorkgaming7847]

Just have to turn traction control off on the N-Line... I have one and it cut off all the power when the tire spin a tiny bit. You can also ear the civic SI tire spin a lot so he turned it off for sure.

[@SamCarLegion]

We did it 3 times - it made it worse. All the way through

[@gunzorkgaming7847]

@@SamCarLegion do you turned off completely? Push the button one time it disable traction control off and you push the button and keep your finger on it it also disable the stability control. I do that and I don't have trouble launching this car like that it move.

[@gunzorkgaming7847]

@@SamCarLegion but still love your videos

[@SamCarLegion]

Yes completely

[@thequarantinefamily5230]

I own a Elantra GT N Line Hatchback and it’s quicker than a Civic Si. Also turning traction control off makes a big difference it doesn’t diminish the power.

[@NithinChemmanoor]

Great video, my DSG fart sound so good from the exterior shots. And the last run with the JB4 was nice

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

How were your intake temperatures with so many back to back runs?

[@NithinChemmanoor]

@@MeltingRubberZ28 not too bad, was able to go on track too after

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

@@NithinChemmanoor were you shifting manually this time?

[@NithinChemmanoor]

@@MeltingRubberZ28 manual mostly it lists whic races were in manuak

[@ruthlessruth846]

It seemed to me that most of the races the civic SI started early and got the Jump, then you reeled him in and put 1 car length on him.

[@eddiewong1937]

I watch most of your videos. I gotta say, some of your reaction times are pretty off, practice more will do some good justice on some of the cars that you've tested.

[@muhammedmohsen94]

literally every car he drives lose because of his unbelievably slow af reactions 😒

[@MWCRUSADER0508]

You guys are clueless. The N-Line got smoked. It’s called turbo lag. Not his reaction.

[@verydicey]

@@MWCRUSADER0508 i agree with both of you, his reaction times are always shit but the N would have gotten smoked with anyone driving it

[@jbx_98]

Should do a Maxima or Altima 2.0 because I never see them drag race they might be sleeper 🤣. Another great video btw

[@tutigseg]

The Maxima is the faster than all other V6 sedans like the Dodge Charger SXT, Kia Cadenza and Toyota Avalon but I think it's the least reliable my cousin bought a 2017 Maxima Platinum and after just 2 months all the lights in the car stopped working the interior lights, headlights and tail lights everything he recalled it and bought a 2018 Cadenza instead

[@drewski1441]

CVT transmission is Garbage 🗑️

[@MrTherandomvidsguy]

Probably should have put summer tires on the N-line. And the civic. I have the N-line and when it slips, it stops on its own. Switched to summer tires temporarily and it helped massively. Other than that I enjoyed the video. And the OEM hankook tires are meh. I even get wheel spin coming out my driveway 🙄.

[@joshuapounds7646]

The civic was jumping if you really watched the video smh

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Sam, I don’t think I are good at launching these n lines. My sonata n line does not delay like how it does in the drag race

[@tutigseg]

Problem with the Sonata N-Line and K5 GT is that they're not AWD so it depends on the driver if the driver is good then they can launch it easily but I still think Hyundai and Kia will release an AWD version of these cars in the future maybe in 2022 or 2023

[@exy8423]

@@tutigseg I’m currently deciding between all 3 of these, Sonata N line, K5 GT, Vw Jetta Gli Autobahn, and from what it sounds like the Gli wins in a lot more categories, especially with 2021 models having the Adaptive suspension. What’s your thoughts (I plan on taking these cars to snowy and Sunny climates).

[@tutigseg]

@@exy8423 well if it snows where you live then I guess you should get something that has AWD, but amongst those 3 if you live in North America then I'd highly recommend the Sonata N-Line because of the interior, and for the GLI I ain't a huge fan of Volkswagen because I hear it's not that reliable and speed is not everything in my opinion don't let the quicker one fool you into buying it but anyways you can't go wrong with both the K5 or the Sonata

[@TheKasai23]

It’s definitely his driving methods and it’s upsetting.

[@andrewpolyak2069]

Yes he is the worst driver sadly.

[@rohiniramanchakrabarti5282]

I got the Elantra N Line Auto. I wish I would have pushed it during the test drive. My best friend named my car Mr. Strugglez. Don’t get me wrong, I love the style and features of the car. The car does drive nice. If you are out with grandma on a nice sunny Sunday. Just tonight a Kia K5 GT line AWD left me in the dust. I thought I would have more of an advantage because my car is lighter. The lag from stop to start is a let down. Maybe once my lease is up I will try the Elantra N 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@DirectorCyclone]

a K5? bro. i was about to get this.. I'll get the GLI in some months then. But that shouldnt take away from your N line. that elantra is sexy asf and different. The Elantra N will be beast, but just know you will be sacrificing alot of comfort (ride quality).

[@TheKasai23]

Just the other week there was a video with someone else driving the Elantra vs the civic si and the Elantra won pretty much. This video you’re driving the Elantra and it can’t even keep up. Please let someone else drive the Korean products because you’re losing on purpose at this point…

[@TheKasai23]

@J Hoop the Elantra is beating that si day and night lmaoooo

[@FB6K24Z7]

Is the GLI stock or does it have a muffler delete

[@muhammedmohsen94]

Dude that's not a drag race reaction .. its like you're waking up in the morning 😒 multiple times all videos unbelievably slow 🐌 reactions .. sometimes i feel like you do this on purpose !!

[@ziadziad3475]

فهمان ياخويه النترا سبورت اسرع من gli

[@bmachucabm]

“3nd run sport mode” lmao

[@joskjj3625]

I love the vw Jetta gli, I also love the Elantra

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

What a VW Jetta GLI

[@andrewpolyak2069]

The ELantra is the best looking car there for sure.

[@Vaylkin]

Traction control should've been turned off in sport mode for the full effect in the Elantra. Launch definitely weak but with Trac deactivated it spools up better

[@SkylineFinesse]

Yup i dusted a mustang with it off. Only a v6 tho. Never had a gt pull up on me yet

[@Vaylkin]

@@SkylineFinesse Kick ass Sea Bass =)

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

Going to be a lot of mad Hyundai fans this time around

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

@@popsandbangs8858 I have a manual trans in mine so I don't have this issue, but some of the guys with the auto were saying if you have the factory transmission tune the car shifts at like 5000RPM or something even lower, but if you use the paddles you can take it to redline - so it would seem to me the only reason it won was because the car was severely short shifting before.

[@micway71]

@@MeltingRubberZ28 I haven’t seen anyone testing both for comparison. Would you say your manual is faster than the DCT? I had a Veloster R Spec with 6 speed manual and literally hated it! The shifting wasn’t the huge problem, it was the terrible seats. Tell me the N line seats are comfortable. This Elantra is nice!

[@mr308death]

Elantra needs the driver mod. :)

[@aidangraham4727]

nope the Elantra doesn’t want to move off the line it’s rly annoying that’s why i ended up with a mazda and not hyundai

[@the_batmobile0.4]

Wrong, test drive it and you'll see

[@lowercasegoat]

Elantra N-Line is nearly a full second slower to 60 than the base 1.4 Jetta. It's not the driver, nor the engine, but the transmission that's at fault. Hyundai just doesn't get the power to the wheels as well from a start, although I'd have expected rolling start to have a little better result for the Elantra...

[@ziadziad3475]

​@@lowercasegoatelntra faster than 2.0 turbo stock

[@ziadziad3475]

​@@aidangraham4727elntra faster

[@Calwinn]

Seems like Hyundai cars, from the Sonata N-Line or Elantra N-Line, just aren't reliable or consistent with their launches. I'd take the Si or GLI any day over the Elantra.

[@SamCarLegion]

Yes

[@letdothisman1139]

Or a accord 2.0

[@captainjack6890]

The Elantra NLine losing every single race wasnt a surprise.

[@brianblodgett7495]

So I sell Elantra’s and Own an N-Line MANUAL stick shift. He’s using an automatic with the “sport mode”. The automatic gets off the line MUCH slower and shifts a little too early. Unfair comparison for the N-Line. If your going to get one make sure it’s a manual transmission

[@MrJrod899]

Stop lying The manual's ass I test drove both before I bought the DCT

[@JorgeSoto-el7ji]

The others in this comparison are automatics as well

[@stephenhendricks103]

North Americans' obsession with straight line acceleration as a singular measure of performance is both narrow and misleading. But as as GTI owner I have to admit enjoying the sedan version of the GTI consistently bury both the SI and the N-Line Elantra. Personally, I'll stick with the GTI for its unrivalled versatility and rear seat HVAC (for my big dog) but as an affordable compact sedan the GLI has much to recommend it. Unfortunately, my local (Seattle area) dealer told me last week that VW has informed him that there will be no more Jettas (including GLIs) coming for the remainder of the 2021 calendar year as a result of the computer chip shortage and VW's decision to divert production to the Tiguan and the forthcoming Taos SUVs.

[@1pt21gw]

What mods are done to each car?

[@nydrell1969]

The first race tells the story of all the races lol vw4life

[@yahya-forward-07]

Why is the mic so good

[@captainfunevents]

Jetta DSG is Daddy

[@empty8537empty]

Hi sam.. nice video... i think u should not drive hyundais when they are in ur drag race.. people wont accept the fairness of the race... since ur followers are increasing .. may be u can use drones for better view of the race... was just 2 suggestions... Thanks for Interesting videos..

[@SamCarLegion]

I use drone most of the time unless it’s windy

[@empty8537empty]

@@SamCarLegion thank u for the quick reply sam... yes windy condition can be a problem.... waiting for ur 100k subs.. keep up the good work.. all the best

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you!! Will get there soon :)

[@carlosmc5298]

incredible the transmission of the Jetta DSG, the elantra did not meet the expectations, the Civic SI has lost the essence of the previous generations :(

[@Hercegovac.1]

Great video 👏 Jetta GLI the Best 💪

[@ChrisTucsonAZ]

You need to get your hands on an Elantra N I own both the Nline and the N

[@lanesworld4000]

Civic and VW are significantly more expensive and get fewer mpg. N-line doesn't launch well, but nobody drives like that day to day. You get a lot for your money with the N-line. Best of both worlds. 40 mpg if you drive mellow on the freeway.

[@sangh1120]

you are not launching the Elantra right.

[@NoWayNick]

why not the GLI in a 6spd? probably would be more fair

[@ChrisTucsonAZ]

So the Canadian version of the Elantra seems to be a little slower that's crazy weird what's the top speed

[@canadianaviator]

Well the Canadian version is also heavier idk why

[@ruthlessruth846]

Sam, You are one of my favorite car reviewers and I trust your decision a lot. Can you PLEASE find a 35TH anniversary GLI, You don't even need to race it. Just review it and see how much different it feels from the autobhan. The GLI 35TH anniversary out perform the autobhan in every way and I would love to see your take on it.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you so much. I can't find one :(

[@rho88]

This is the Canadian version. So no such thing as Autobhan or whatever. Canada only has 1 version which comes std with DCC. It’s basically the american autobhan with dcc. The Canadian 35th only has cosmetic changes.

[@glistud8178]

@@rho88 That is a big shame. I can confirm my 35th US edition pulls on the Autobahn. Stock and tuned. There is a channel called motor toys. It was tested there too. Stock and tuned.

[@italibello]

the guy in the civic either super driver or starting early hard to tell

[@mik55tv22]

Gli should pull more on that Si makes me question the driver i race my friends SI all the time and im always 5 cars lengths away by the time we hit 115mph

[@that-efh9630]

I mean I guess I’m just good at shifting 😂😂😂

[@Stormtrooper-oc4vn]

@@that-efh9630 what tires do you have??

[@abulhashem-jc9mv]

Sam! Please Elantra N vs Kia stinger gt!

[@liaangelica6400]

Not fastest but manual for fun

[@redkingm7776]

The VW was not "stock"... how about you learn how to properly engage what needs to be either turned on or off when launching or racing in whatever car you're going to run.

[@amitprulovify]

All stock????

[@kairatmatayev539]

GLI stock for sure ))

[@vishnuvenugopal1835]

GLI not stock for sure.

[@joshuapounds7646]

@@kairatmatayev539 is not stock

[@ziadziad3475]

​@@kairatmatayev539 not stock

[@phumachira]

0:35 i see civic gen 10 civic gen 11 and elantra lol

[@lsjionredlinesupercharged2049]

With heat soak any race after 3 is just senseless lol

[@babisotonggg]

Can u do VN DCT vs golf R vs FK8R?

[@SamCarLegion]

It’s coming ;)

[@babisotonggg]

@@SamCarLegion wooooooooo

[@carloslopez-px7mv]

Please use a different driver 🙏

[@titomartinez9145]

This Guy DID NOT USE LAUNCH CONTROL PROPERLY ON THE ELANTRA!!!!! Takes 5 min to get ready!!!! ELANTRA SHOULD HAVE WON THE ROLL AS WELL AT 40mph

[@Phobos123]

Still waiting for suv drug race

[@SamCarLegion]

First one tomorrow

[@Phobos123]

@@SamCarLegion you're simply the best

[@Bus_171]

I love your videos

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@Bus_171]

@@SamCarLegion u welcome bro

[@armandoromero9656]

Nada se compara con el jetta gli

[@Logesh-hw6cs]

Vw allways

[@Dezo_RedKia]

Please try a forte gt

[@RaY_77W]

you have a audio issue

[@SamCarLegion]

Yes sir you saw my apology?

[@RaY_77W]

@@SamCarLegion oh no, I do now, good video tho

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@dawsoncaution]

I have a 23 elantra n line and have dummied both these cars every time so something you doing ain’t right sorry

[@automotivetv9861]

Yea n line sucks, I'd wait for the fully fledged 276 hp N .

[@1pt21gw]

So less power than the N line?

[@franklimsaboso1268]

N line badge? Nonsense no difference wtf?

[@TheKasai23]

It’s n line not n try again…

[@ernestoruiz3365]

Hahaha whoever is driving the nline doesn't k ow what there doing

[@jstreampc5132]

forte gt dct vs elantra-line dct

[@Matthew-yh3hh]

2.0 vs 1.5 and 1.6

[@v1b3zgaming78]

Man U need a new mic

[@victorcruz-pl7qh]

Que pena que no llegue el modelos standard en Canada porque realmente se siente mucho mejor que el automático. Una buena carrera también seria Elantra Nline vs kia gt vs Honda civic SI

[@moisesmejia3593]

I think all these cars have more power than this but, CvT iVt transmission are not full capable to do it, you can see lag on the Civic. GLi has better perfomance

[@vishnuvenugopal1835]

Civic Si have a 6 speed manual transmission. Not a CVT.

[@brandonmarks6035]

i bet if u get them all around the same power with tunes the Elantra would take the gli cuz its like 3-400 pounds lighter

[@saadtheman1]

why u hate toyotas lol

[@frankjcn]

Tengo la impresion de q el q maneja el elantra no sabe manejar

[@hohoohoh5647]

Everyday he drives car slower than other drives. I think his skill is not enough to get a car test

[@joskjj3625]

The Honda is hideous, looks like a spider

[@addicz2]

People complain Honda design but not complain uglier Hyundai design

[@glistud8178]

I knew the GLI would win when it beat the accord 2.0

[@bravaking3482]

I know it would win two especially when it's customized lol. The Sl had that race hands down..

[@ruthlessruth846]

@@bravaking3482 You are silly to think a stock SI will beat a STOCK GLI. LOL

[@Useyourbrain1526]

I have a stock 2017 honda civic di sedan let me tell you when you actually shift fast its easy to gap the n line. Ive done it by busses. You just csnt be a pussy with the shifts and do the cheat code to turn off traction control or it cuts power for a sec on second gear. And you better shift fast for second idk why but thats when it pulls the most Gs. Snd you have to shift fast to keep your momentum with this car. Like if you dont full send it font race it you will lose

[@CatCutCigarette]

Jesus, change this pilot, terrible!