2022 Hyundai Elantra SE: TEST DRIVE+FULL REVIEW

[@WTFCRLT1]

Thanks for watching! If you’re new, hit that subscribe button and stay tuned for tomorrow’s review on the all new 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited Hybrid.. Might be one of the best all around SUV’s under $40k!

[@MG-jv7pe]

Will you be reviewing the genesis GV70 soon?

[@WTFCRLT1]

@@MG-jv7pe I’ll see what I can do it’s just The Hyundai dealer I do reviews with doesn’t even let most customers take the genesis cars for test drives but hopefully soon. Thanks for the comment!

[@ctsfiddler]

done

[@jsl02008]

Does the key fob have trunk release?

[@stevenkent1979]

Just bought this car a few weeks back and it’s been great. You get a lot for about 21k. No complaints with the power. When you accelerate fast enough it’ll push you back in your seat. A ton of safety features and driver assistance, airbags all around and I’ve been averaging about 40 mpg with mostly town and country driving. Hyundai has the best warranty too, no one else even comes close. Also three years of complimentary maintenance, oil changes, tire rotation etc.

[@whitelion4788]

I bought a month ago in Singapore 🇸🇬 cost $116k. 1.6 litre, it's a great car with all the safety feature. It's my 3rd Hyundai car. So far so good!

[@stevenkent1979]

@@whitelion4788 good to hear you’re enjoying yours as well, hope it lasts many years for you!

[@MucoGG]

Awesome thank you for sharing your perspective. What convinced you to choose the SE over the SEL trim, if I may ask?

[@stevenkent1979]

@@MucoGG A couple reasons. Mainly price and availability. With the ongoing supply issues in the automotive industry I was having a hard time finding an SEL being sold for msrp. Most dealerships are charging market price for their cars which means they’re adding a few grand on top of sticker price. The SEL would’ve been about 26k and that was before taxes and registration fees and all the dealerships I called didn’t have any in stock, I would’ve had to wait 4 to 6 weeks. After calling around I eventually found the SE I purchased and the dealer agreed to sell it for sticker price so I jumped on it. The SE and SEL are identical when it comes to performance and safety features. It’s true the SEL has more tech and a couple extra luxuries but I weighed the pros and cons and the things that were most important to me were also equipped on the SE. The SE also has a great infotainment system and comes equipped with CarPlay and I’m satisfied with that.

[@MrCliffda3rd]

@@stevenkent1979 True that. I only liked the SEL model because of the black wheels. You could always have the 15" alloys painted black or get black wheels down the road.

[@icecreamjunkie6790]

I have the SEL which has a few upgrades from the SE, such as digital climate control, push button start, nicer wheels, and lock/unlock buttons on the door handles. I’ve had it for over 11 months and I’m absolutely in love it with. So many features for the low price. I’m leasing mine and I’m paying less than $200 a month with a $4500 down payment with 15,000 miles a year.

[@Lessontobe]

I bought a SEL with Convenience in October 2023. I needed a car and was ripped off by the dealership. However I really like the car!

[@duckilythelovely3040]

One *IMPORTANT* thing to know about these big tires tho. To some, this is a downgrade, but to many who understand it, knows it's also an upgrade. these bigger tires are going to give you a MUCH MUCH more comfortable ride.

[@whitelion4788]

I just bought it a month ago in Singapore 🇸🇬 abt $116k. Indeed it's a good car with all the safety features. It's my 3rd Hyundai car. From Tucson, i30 and now avante ( Elantra in your country ) 😊

[@TheSanctionextremis]

I have a 2023 Elantra Preferred with tech package coming, ETA October 11. All I'm doing with my life is watching Elantra videos and dreaming of the future. Come onnnnn

[@naenaomi]

This might be my first car when I turn 16, looking at hyundai's & other cars. Leaning towards the hyundai!😀

[@ambermalik8161]

im turning 16 soon too! looking at this hyundai and also the mustang ecoboost fastback, both around the same price!

[@tespenkr9924]

I own a 2020 model. These things are very practical and fuel efficient. Get the SEL model if you can afford it. Otherwise, great everyday car.

[@dameiondarthard3878]

@@ambermalik8161 make sure you watch video reviews for the mustang as well; just because it’s ecoboost doesn’t it’ll be completely problem free. hyundai will be your best bet for reliability, mustangs are good for fun.

[@ambermalik8161]

@@dameiondarthard3878 yep! maintenance costs are something to look out for as well. thank you :)

[@cybr224]

I have a 2022 Elantra. I’ve had it for a little more over a year and it’s a good car. It’s fun to drive and it’s a good price for this car. I have the Elantra SEL though.

[@vincentferrante8238]

One thing I noticed about this car is that when your going downhill, the rpm rises over 2000 rpm for a couple of seconds and then drops back down. It sounds like the car is engine breaking

[@mikea5205]

oof! that giant thingy in the middle is an absolute deal breaker. Jeeze what were they thinking?

[@ctsfiddler]

Great review, amazing turning for such little tire. I hope the future they calm down the triangles.

[@courtneylove3925]

agreed w. The triangles!!!

[@alexs1640]

I have the dark blue 2021 Elantra SEL and I have to disagree. Everyone I asked said they thought my car was 30k cause of its sporty angular look. They're surprised to find it's only 21k. But I can understand why people like plain looks. I don't. Some Mercedes-Benz cars look like cheap square bricks on the outside but they're 40k. I prefer an expensive looking cheap car than a cheap looking expensive car.

[@jaymeeduhh]

@@alexs1640 completely agree. This car looks so futuristic compared to whats on the road for sedans.

[@TriniGamerGirl7]

@@alexs1640 Agreed 100%

[@mcslender2965]

That design works for them well imo, I know plenty of non car ppl in my circle and they love the look of it

[@Ian-mv4qq]

What is that handle next to the cup holders in the passenger side? Almost looking like a divider but looks very strange to me.

[@stevenepstein9639]

That's the one thing I don't like. It's in the way of the cup holder for the passenger. :(

[@nissan2829]

One of the biggest oh shit handles ever created

[@practicalguy973]

Wife would be upset about that wall separating the passenger from the center console lol. Also that is a lot of space with huge holes in the grill. My friend had a small rock damage his radiator on a different car that had a larger open grill highway driving. I think I like the interior layout and look much better in the 2018 Elantra SE. Otherwise it looks okay.

[@WTFCRLT1]

I can see that lol thanks for your comment!

[@mikemadore8856]

Tell your friend to keep his distance instead of sticking to other drivers ass.

[@jaxandmore440]

Good pragmatic observations. I too prefer the design of the 2017-2018 Elantra. I bought a 2018 SEL new. Loved the design, comfort, features and refinement. I do like that this new Elantra is stretched for more rear leg room.

[@gursangpreet928]

Thanks for detailed review 😊. Helpful in making up my mind to make it my next car.

[@WTFCRLT1]

Thanks for watching!

[@madisonbond1496]

whats the anti theft features on this car? i just bought one and i cant see to find the information on it anywhere lol

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

My favorite Hyundai sedan!! Great job bro.

[@BR3ddy]

Yo did u just say you could fit 6 pack of cans under the armrest.!🧐

[@gursangpreet928]

That's illegal in canada 🇨🇦

[@melissatamborra7634]

Lol I heard that too. But I think he’s just using that as a reference so we can imagine how big it is.

[@thetuninator1885]

He could have meant soda... Yeah, that's it!

[@jonwear9791]

Great review on this 2022 Elantra SE 👍

[@jld-jw9pb]

There appears to be a smaller sticker to the right of the factory sticker with what appears to indicate there are over $2500 in dealer added equipment, putting the total price to over $24000.

[@WTFCRLT1]

That’s just for this particular model at this specific dealership. Every place is different so I just stick to the manufacturer pricing.

[@casinosnoopy9900]

Only a fool would pay it.

[@Kevingarcia-lv2wm]

Just bought a 2022 accent so a model below this for $22075 with destination, dealer fees, and 0 down. 4.89% interest for 72 months at todays market that’s a steal this car was $24500 plus fees. For the SEL

[@casinosnoopy9900]

@@Kevingarcia-lv2wm I just bought a 2023 Elantra SEL for $25,062 out the door, that was MSRP plus TTL and that's it, no markups or add ons.

[@danielandivar]

thanks to this video ive already decided. Thanks man!

[@WTFCRLT1]

Glad I could help brother hope you enjoy the car!

[@van2810]

This car seems like it sits very low to the ground, do you find it easy scratching the bottom when going through steep curbs

[@WTFCRLT1]

Not really. It went over speed bumps very easily. It’s no suv obviously but it’s much more practical on the street compared to a sports car. Appreciate your comment!

[@memory5451]

Did you find the center handle-thing toward the passenger side intrusive at all?

[@WTFCRLT1]

I personally don’t mind it.. it can be intrusive for certain things lol but not for most situations.

[@galexymitzelplik9560]

@@WTFCRLT1 is there an option to not have that?? How am I supposed to "have a good time" in this car 😉

[@Healingwithflo]

Cant get head on the highways 😂😂

[@thndr_5468]

The side and rear are the best looking parts of it

[@EricIbe]

Gosh u whipping that thing 😭😭💪🏾

[@chickenfarm09]

Did Hyundai get all the bugs worked out of the CVT transmissions?

[@advanceking9673]

You think this car would good for delivery driving like door dash?

[@WTFCRLT1]

Should be! Plenty of standard features, relatively low base price and pretty solid power, handling and fuel economy.

[@advanceking9673]

@@WTFCRLT1 Ok Thanks for responding. Do you know of the car having electrical issues like the headlights and stuff?

[@WTFCRLT1]

Not too sure about that but Hyundai has one of the best warranties in the business with its 10 year 100k mile.

[@michaelreese4099]

not bad for just over a brand new 21k car but do Se's not come with moon or sunroof?

[@sr-hd3bz]

they dont thats for limited i think

[@MAGApepe]

kool,,, plug for the radar detector,,, the thing couldnt break the speed limit going down mount st helens with a tail wind with 140 hp lol

[@WTFCRLT1]

😂😂😂

[@MAGApepe]

@@WTFCRLT1 nice car thou,,, like the black out grill and white combo ,, funny how thats the base when other companies make that on the top end,, base models are always the ones to get,, they charge 50 % more just for junk i dont need

[@m28us41]

Did you engage the cruise control and see that the rpm's goes UP by about 500 rpm's.

[@WTFCRLT1]

Nope I didn’t try that out.. that’s interesting tho glad you mentioned it!

[@cq67]

That divider is such a dumb feature.

[@caplinGrey]

I like it. Am I alone?

[@dontgoonthisonemateo8630]

@@caplinGreysame bro, just got a 2022 and that’s one of my favorite things

[@anastaciolopez6259]

I heard you said $19K. Am I right? how come it is MSRP of $22,600 here in Killeen TX?

[@aimzexile4931]

Different models

[@lucallain5]

I just bought a cyber grey 2022 Elantra Essential (Canadian version of the SE) 2 weeks ago. I paid $22,600 Canadian including delivery AND taxes which is equivalent to $17,800 USD OUT THE DOOR. Unbelievable value for what you get.

[@galexymitzelplik9560]

That stupid passenger side handle... wtf is that? Did some Karen design that? How am I supposed to receive roadsideservice with that in the way?!

[@WTFCRLT1]

Lmao gonna have to park and go in the back like civilized people.

[@sonickbeats6825]

Lmao

[@Crystallhub]

it’s my favourite thing about the car lol the one of the biggest reasons i’m getting it

[@naenaomi]

@@Crystallhub Really?? Why?? You can't even kiss your s/o :((

[@farlinguzman4426]

Thank you so much for the review :)

[@Dabal_R]

Is it available in diesel?

[@WTFCRLT1]

Not sure about globally, but unfortunately there is no diesel option in the U.S. appreciate your comment!

[@Dabal_R]

@@WTFCRLT1 thanx for th reply dude

[@elsenortrompas3774]

Is it only Standard ?

[@reefgratos2035]

The interior designer must be single or in bad term with wife .. if you're a couple you don't want a wall in between. People who had 70's cars will never want that thing…too bad they don't make old 70's front bench anymore. Honestly, i hope someone will figure out how to remove the center bar and add plugs or caps to hide the screws. There got to be a way to mod this thing. The infotainment on the 21 was full of bugs, iphone car play disconnecting all the time, couldn't use waze while listening to internet radio. Elantra suspension is still a fix suspension. That means if you damage your suspension, you can't adjust replacement parts and camber, you cars will be misaligned. You pay for what you get still.

[@oranepatterson6549]

Omg chill with the buts 😭😭 its really bad it was killing me 😂😂

[@manoshernandelte4248]

This is the one with the cvt right

[@mylifeasmatt]

The base model has the full Led tail light ? I I thought it was for a higher model.

[@Bumbumbr-zu5gc]

I have a 2023 Elantra SEL and mine don’t have fell led tail lights,so I highly doubt the 2022 SE does. Unless it’s optional.

[@hunterjackson5425]

Are u sure the tail lights light up all the way on the se trim. Last year it was only available on a limited trim.

[@WTFCRLT1]

I didn’t test that out but the entire panel is a light strip so I’m sure they’d light up either for night time or braking.

[@marco.morel04]

the light bar only lights up on the Limited trim, the SE and SEL trim only the outside lights up

[@kitrocks8058]

@@WTFCRLT1 it’s not a light bar on the se and sel. On those trims it’s basically regular bulbs with fake red plastic where the would be and led strip on the n line and limited models

[@WTFCRLT1]

Thanks guys I appreciate the clarification! I should’ve tested it out but I’m glad y’all mentioned it so anyone who wants this car can have the best understanding of it possible!

[@snuffaluffagus9527]

@@marco.morel04 I have SEL with premium package and they light up all the way across

[@subbydwg]

Hmm heated seats not expected? I have heated seats in my 2013 se 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@WTFCRLT1]

True I’m not too familiar with Elantra’s, just saying it’s nice to see heated seats standard on a car with a sub $20k base price. Not too common.. appreciate your comment!

[@thefrenchfryguy9959]

I have heated seats on my 2004 handa accord😂

[@bojanklesexperience]

It’s like a nice little nod to Raitis Rides.

[@WTFCRLT1]

He’s the man!

[@marceloamaral6046]

Congratulations, great video

[@kennethrivera373]

how to turn on the seatbelt alarm?

[@robertprovost5321]

Buy a seat belt extension and leave it in.

[@tammymoungle6441]

Good morning that is the car I am working on getting

[@WTFCRLT1]

Wish you luck thanks for the comment!

[@gchiarirocks]

You will love it. I got this car in black 2 months ago in SE trim.

[@robertopiedimonte2078]

It looks that Hyundai / Kia have done same thing of Mazda, copying the fun to drive Alfa Romeo settings Japanese with personal exterior appearance Koreans bringing it down in price but still nicely balanced so you do not suffer being in one of the cheapest car on the market. Italian one still have another flavour and market positioning Alfa Romeo Giulia is incredibly that beauty was first day few years ago better of fresher last one. This is italian style! Last forever and you always will desire it so if you do not satisfied the wish you will be condemned to regret it forever too. Focusing on Koreans have done an amazing valuable job for an economic car that never feel as the cheap choice! My preference went to Kia Forte for aesthetic and small choices on base trim level as 16 inches wheels with 205/55 tyres. Toyota Corolla could be an alternative choice instead GM pushed with turbo in 5k dollars differently positioning Chevrolet Malibu still a good car as base turbo AWD Ford Maverick at same 25k about if you prefer trucks. Problem is for sedans sitting between those cars and Alfa Romeo or Mercedes, why waste money if you don't get something really desirable? Is better a mid trim Ford Fiesta / Fusion pair at 50k about or base trim Forte/Camaro (or all in one Giulia AWD 280HP) at same price? I will go on Giulia driving every day Camaro style in a Forte practicality, eventually splitting for the two cars but rejecting the two mid nothing Ford example! Freedom everyone Bye

[@Krishanthprogames]

and i am liveing in florida and i am looking for a sel premeam

[@aryehrosenthal2138]

Awesome review.

[@BobysMcdonaldMisterios]

15:43 Snap-0n truck

[@bruceforsman4812]

nitrogen-filled tires is a joke

[@MisterNoob7]

whats the difference between the 2021 and 2022?

[@WTFCRLT1]

That’s a good question.. I don’t believe there are any outside of a $200 higher msrp. Appreciate the comment!

[@MisterNoob7]

@@WTFCRLT1 sounds bout right. thanks!

[@zanemiracle6121]

The primary difference are just in the add on options. You can get interior lighting in lower trims than just the higher limited ones as an example.

[@snuffaluffagus9527]

I see they added 2 back seat nets as well. They weren't available in 2021

[@ctata1409]

i have the 2021 and i didnt see any difference lol except for the add mod you can put on it, on the se you dont have the back light that goes all the way to the other side of the trunk unfortuntly, im wondering if i can add it cause i know they sell some on ebay, and the interior light under the dash..

[@stevenepstein9639]

seems like there is some road noise

[@madisonbond1496]

it’s actually pretty quite while driving it unless u punch the brakes lol

[@Krishanthprogames]

why did he say W.T.F you mean what the fuck

[@andrewjohnson2465]

Let's go (to) Brandon!

[@garofan9418]

I want to buy this.

[@WTFCRLT1]

Wish you luck! I thinks It’s a really nice car for the money

[@gchiarirocks]

I bought this car! Black 2022 SE. It’s an amazing car for the price!

[@sr-hd3bz]

@@gchiarirocks if you dont mind me asking, how much did you pay in total?

[@gchiarirocks]

@@sr-hd3bz The 2022 Elantra SE with taxes & tags etc. was around 25,600.00

[@sr-hd3bz]

@@gchiarirocks excellent thank you

[@srt435]

فول عمية

[@chazzrulz5803]

you’re cuteeeee

[@zedone8253]

We need to remove that centre console stupid bar. Cars super loud inside. Steering is loose not tight, these guys giving out wrong info...

[@TriniGamerGirl7]

🤣

[@GriffDogActual]

Would mind doing a review with the correct information?

[@madisonbond1496]

its not loud at all on the inside actually and from personal experience the steering is great on the car as well

[@gchiarirocks]

I bought the 2022 SE in black. My car is not loud at all & drives smoothly. I love the huge screen in Apple Play. The safety features are amazing. The bar is pretty cool too.

[@lunabird89]

I bought the 2021 shadow grey . Amazing car for the price !

[@Blue.0338]

Ratio 🤓

[@JP-pw5no]

Junk car

[@TriniGamerGirl7]

🤣

[@marcco954]

아재요..

[@gchiarirocks]

I have the car & it drives nice.