2025 Hyundai Elantra N DCT - Pros & Cons After a Week | DM Review

[@AFatOcelot]

I just picked up a 25 in dark blue and my god it's the best decision of my life. This car is an actual dream. The drive the sound the grip...its all INSANE. I legit feel like im glued to the ground even when running my Michelin ps4s in near freezing temps.... cant imagine what it will be like after the 600 mile break in period and in the heat of the summer.

[@AFatOcelot]

also the automatic is actually LOUDER than the manual, esp with the AC on. It's been well documented by various KZbinrs

[@r3games1985]

Interesting. Mine wheel hops in this cold temp and slips like crazing in the wet.

[@AFatOcelot]

@@r3games1985 well im in the breaking period so im really not going above 4k rpms

[@Chr1sT0fu]

Please for the love of god do not use the stock tires in this weather, those shits will crack

[@DailyMotor]

Glad to hear you're enjoying yours! And that's interesting, I was told by Hyundai the 6MT had a louder exhaust tuning, but maybe they changed that at some point.

[@juanticimo]

Im glad they are still making this car. Its a hell of a value...

[@takethisl2773]

love my 25 CG N need to do a midpipe upgrade it makes it so much better!!!

[@Highlander1432]

Close to $40k

[@takethisl2773]

@ 35 msrp anything over msrp you're getting bent and 40k depends on your down payments and or financing

[@Jcastro9444]

Got my Elantra N in 2022 brand new DCT auto, my daily driver. Its at 76,000 miles and not one single issue. Best racecar/daily ive owned. Highly recommend if youre on the fence about it

[@DailyMotor]

Love to hear it!

[@degenlay-nq5ky]

So glad to hear this I’m downgrading from a x3m to a Elantra N and omg I can’t wait to beat on this car 😮

[@r3games1985]

Just got my 2025. Took 2 years just to get a test drive. Well worth the wait. The car is aces.

[@jin-kr2]

I knew you were in Orange County just from the perfectly manicured trees lol.

[@arkadiusw.897]

Merry Christmas brother. This is my next car!

[@r3games1985]

Smart move.

[@DailyMotor]

Merry Christmas to you too! And very excited for you! I'm jealous.

[@ThenotMrNiceGuy0109]

Cant wait to order my 2025 Elentra N manual in ultimate red!!

[@Ahblahblahblah]

All your cons are the cons I have with mine. I don’t understand why the driver doesn’t have the handle bar just seems unnecessary to leave out, getting in and out of the car is a bit rough cause the seats are low and causes scuffing on the sides, and the still no wireless CarPlay seems so outdated considering the car itself has so many features and details.

[@jongyeoplee]

Thanks for the nice review 🔥

[@DailyMotor]

Glad you liked it!

[@Awsme]

Love it in the white, nice contrast

[@yeisondiaz6459]

Why pixels stills don’t know that I want my brightness max out

[@rightlanehog3151]

Charlie, Boxing Day is a paid day off in Canada, let me take the opportunity to wish you Happy Holidays. 🥳

[@DailyMotor]

I hope your Boxing Day was filled with right angles and car videos

[@Jake.mahler]

Currently have a 2024 Elantra SEL Convenience as a daily commuter -- thought about upgrading to this as I am a car enthusiast, but a bit disappointed it is lacking adaptive cruise control as I am driving 100+ miles per day...

[@DailyMotor]

It's certainly something to consider!

[@brettbrantley1474]

I’m still going to try to get a TCR edition, this car kicks ass for the price! DCT’s are cool!

[@terrancemoore496]

Good review thinking about purchasing a 6spd manual.

[@DailyMotor]

I would highly recommend it if you can find one!

[@johnferreira174]

No wireless CarPlay?

[@joe_sandtoe]

Question is…. Reliability?

[@carloortega9635]

im gonna pick one up when my 2 points come off my license cause insurance wants almost 1k a month for full coverage😪

[@rishiarora1586]

2:34 top gear reference 😂

[@SPLITTINIMAGE]

Would love to see a review of a F150 XL Regular Car. Comes with the 10spd and the 5.0, in a short bed, regular cab truck. It’s quite nice.

[@DailyMotor]

That would be excellent! Unfortunately those are going to be really hard to find

[@laplantemichel709]

Seats are the reason i didn't get this car it is hard to get out of boltstering on the side is very hard and seat is not wide enough .I sat in a Subaru BRZ and the seat is very comfortable

[@DailyMotor]

Glad it's at least worth mentioning!

[@JacksonJones-je9uk]

whats invoice on this car? i go see it Monday

[@DailyMotor]

Not sure, probably about $1500 less then MSRP

[@johnleewins3814]

Wonder if something like the Comma 3x would give this adaptive cruise control the ability to slow down and come to a complete stop, what a bummer. And if I could do any mod it would be to get the Aussies Ventilated Seats. Then it would be perfect.

[@I_Chxwy_I]

It doesn’t have apple car play ?? I own a 2022 Elantra (not N) that does that’s a shame

[@DailyMotor]

It does have CarPlay

[@Naters305ytg]

It has CarPlay just not wireless CarPlay

[@chitown646]

It has it. Just bought one today...

[@Naters305ytg]

@@chitown646 I am jealous. Let me know how you like it. I am trying to save for one of these right now

[@Neon-jn3sp]

I think the facelift is 100000X better than the 2022 N. I like both but it looks way sleeker now.

[@sayedengine]

Not just looks better also the suspension and traction better too

[@Xiuhcoatl0352]

Hopefully it’s more reliable than my ‘19 Veloster N/PP was. To their credit though they did cover all three engine replacements under warranty. Took them 6 months on one swap. But they did it and I didn’t pay a dime for it. It was a lot of fun just terribly unreliable for me. Which is why I sold it and bought something better. But all that aside my N was tons of fun when it was drivable.

[@lordcerrousV]

the 2025 elantra N DOES have android auto and apple carplay

[@JulezWinnfield]

Who drives with their left hand holding onto the driver side grab handle? My left hand is generally on the steering wheel while my right hand operates the infotainment, HVAC, radio controls, etc.

[@TheUnreadableUser]

Once you've settled it's quite easy to rest your hand on the handle

[@DailyMotor]

I don't drive there regularly, but when cruising on the highway for some time, it's nice to have options.

[@icarus2k]

When I'm driving I'm usually gripping the passenger side roof handle with my left hand.

[@TheUnreadableUser]

@@icarus2k how...?

[@chrissimmons9969]

I do. Sometimes while cruising on the highway I will rest my left hand on the grab handle. My son just bought a GR86 and it has no grab handles on either side and I consider that a major con for that car.

[@britneyvegas24]

I'm getting this car in a few days. It comes with the summer wheels. I live in Ohio, and it's pretty cold. Will be ok with keeping the summer wheels on?

[@AUSly09]

I wouldn’t drive those summer tires under 40 degrees or so. Definitely not in snowy weather. Get some dedicated snow tires and wheels or all seasons. Summer tires turn into hockey pucks in this cold.

[@tigerhawk84]

11:51 FYI this is only 5 year/100 000km in Canada for powertrain, which isn't much different from many other manufacturers. Mazda is 5 year/unlimited km for example.

[@DailyMotor]

That's great info! Canada always getting shafted.

[@oraclemiata845]

My Kona N gets 33+ mpg on the highway in Eco. This motor is all over the place. I’ve seen as bad as 13 when it’s being provoked.

[@TaylorG-n1u]

My 23 EN DCT can get 40 MPG and I'm tuned.

[@YoosYawBrayn]

Great car. The cons mentioned are negligible, and known before you buy the car. Do you want the cost to go up ? It's a drivers car, I could do with slightly softer suspension setting, and slightly higher tyre side wall. This would assist in ride comfort & tyre roar into cabin, with minimal dynamic drop for road driving. I'm not sure why car reviewers, continue to launch front wheel drive cars.... Fit for purpose is corners & fun, especially the cracks & pops in manual, on over run.😮

[@Khaled-eo9mr]

Not going to lie im honestly stuck between getting this car or the Tesla Model 3 Performance

[@mattpipke5716]

The tesla is far superior, as long as it is a daily not a highway queen or long-distance traveler you will love the Tesla.

[@Symphoniics]

The EN is way more fun and has way more soul. The Model 3 is a way better utility-based daily driver

[@Chr1sT0fu]

Boggles my mind how you could even compare these 2 cars.

[@wiredspeaker5658]

Why performance? That's just overkill. Isn't worth the extra money and the regular AWD is still nauseatingly fast

[@officialyasir]

The model 3 LR RWD, is a better option. It's $35k after the 7500 tax credit. 0-60 mph 4.9 sec. 363 mi range. Personally, I'd rather have a RWD Model 3, it's the best value, less weight and very efficient.

[@rogerh2694]

At least have a less flashy spoiler? I'd want to drive a little more under the radar like a Mazda 3 lol, but unlike that egg design, Hyundai's def going in the right direction!

[@DailyMotor]

Elantra N Touring!

[@blackabooo]

How would you rate the speakers?

[@DailyMotor]

B tier kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3ume3htmr9grZY

[@bigdawg89]

I got a n line lol they little brother 😊

[@DailyMotor]

N line is great too! I wish they marketed it better.

[@ninja636stunta]

What’s better Elantra or 330i? I can’t decide. Want a comfortable daily. Thanks

[@birbo4568]

Elantra N is only FWD, 330i has RWD or optional AWD if you live in a snowy climate. Elantra N is way more sporty and fun stock, but the 330i can be sporty as well with mods, and can make a ton of power with relatively simple mods. Elantra N is a better bang for buck IMO, especially if you are buying new and or not planning or modding it.

[@opmike343]

I REALLY want to like this car, but I just wish they'd make the exterior 20% less ugly. The rear in particular just looks tacky as hell. Also, lane keep without adaptive cruise is very bizarre. That, combined with the over-reliance on touch screen interfaces on some cars makes me wonder...are they actively trying to kill us?

[@ghostxfairy]

The fake sound is honestly unnecessary. I have it turned off on mine. If you want to hear more of the exhaust, just fold down the rear seats.

[@matthewr.33]

Odd, I have adaptive cruise in my 24' n line.

[@psewgobind]

my 2023 EN get 25mpg city. But its 6MT

[@lordcerrousV]

10:11 that is so impressive i love hyundai

[@ArtyXTV]

I‘m waiting for Elantra N TCR UWU

[@psewgobind]

wheel hop only happens in straight line when the LSD locks up both wheel to enhance traction

[@TaylorG-n1u]

Yes every other KZbin video shows the 24/25 still have violent wheel hop

[@mharro88]

The PFL DCT barely had any wheel hop. That was mainly the manual. If feel like you're seeing more improvements because you're comparing this to the manual PFL more than anything and the manual always had heaps of wheel hop , even the FL does you guys seem to have reviewed the manual version way more. I've driven both the suspension is slightly tweaked but the ride and steering response is better mainly because of the lighter forged wheels. There was also no DCT improvements? Don't know where you read that? Other then the increased air induction, engine mounts, steering tune and urethane rear-suspension bushings it's exactly the same.

[@ChristianGuy7000]

For $36,000. Mazda3 turbo hb, golf GTI, AND elelantra N, im decided which one is best value for money.

[@r3games1985]

All great cars and I've owned them new. EN number #1, GTI #2 and Mazda 3 last.

[@ChristianGuy7000]

@r3games1985 I'm not sure I still like the Mazda3, though because of it awd and better interior, have alot better features.

[@KillDevilXO]

If you want a car that drives the best, the Elantra N is #1 without a doubt.

[@DailyMotor]

For me it would be Elantra N, Mazda, then GTI. However I wouldn't get the turbo Mazda. It's more powerful but not necessarily that fun. For me compacts are about bang for buck, and personally I appreciated a base Mazda 3 or Golf, not the expensive ones. Elantra N is a different story

[@jcs480able]

The Elantra N if you want the scalpel

[@wiredspeaker5658]

The new rear end is a hack job. What were they thinking?

[@mharro88]

Yep looks way worse

[@jcs480able]

I don't get it either. The original 22'-23' rear design was perfection and now it looks like trash. Too busy and far too much black plastic.

[@TaylorG-n1u]

Yes they should have just left it alone.

[@dyoolan]

#savethemanauls

[@JacksonJones-je9uk]

ill get one IF the dealer decides to give me $15k trade in for my Buick Verano 2013 24k miles on it and id pay for the car with a bank check, see how it goes

[@elliotserrano7333]

I hate adaptive cruise control.

[@TaylorG-n1u]

A DCT can easily get 40 MPG on the highway.

[@daviddad1234]

Or course a sports car is going to have bolstered seats. If you don’t like bolstering buy a regular sedan.

[@jaygardiner4600]

Can’t get head in the whip 😂

[@stevenweiss2148]

COP MAGNET

[@bbokdoong]

Get black EN with black wheels and cover red accents with black paint.

[@TaylorG-n1u]

Not in my case

[@jinwoo3963]

Eco mode activate

[@DragonKnightX12]

Close the exhaust valves. It would just look like a regular Ecobox too them.

[@pr3239]

Can't get in the seat? No handles? No wireless? You're ridiculous.

[@seethingsclearlyawaken3424]

Hyundai, Toyota, Honda will all deny warranty on their vehicles, claiming you have abused their car!

[@fakefake9744]

I hate hearing opinions because all of your cons mean nothing to me. I don’t care about handles, getting in/out of seats, idc about charging my phone while using AppleCar Play. It’s all pointless to me, when are you uploading the pov with NO talking?!

[@bbokdoong]

He does make a lot of silly complaints😂😂.

[@MDEV-86x86]

Better with manual transmission.

[@JulezWinnfield]

So go buy a manual Elantra N for yourself.

[@MDEV-86x86]

@JulezWinnfield Save the manuals if you are an authentic driver !

[@r3games1985]

@@MDEV-86x86 Primitive thinking.

[@mattpipke5716]

@@r3games1985 How so, manual is better, better on gas, better provenance better with Maintenace, it is simply a better option.

[@KillDevilXO]

@@mattpipke5716it’s not faster lol

[@gladdy02]

Its a shame that this car is so dam overly styled and ugly. If it looked as smooth as the civic, id seriously consder one. Hyundai really needs to rethink thier styling concepts

[@DeathrowDC]

It's just not for you.

[@DaytonasGarden]

I don't mind it. I get what you mean just I see it lined up with some other hyundais and it's under styled compared to other. And I kinda, like it

[@oraclemiata845]

Subjective comment is subjective.

[@mattpipke5716]

Totally agree they are stuck in the 90's with red lines, weird body flares etc.. looking for a kid's hot hatch racer style, when they are trying to sell to 23-year-olds. The civic and integra are more grown up, all the performance without all the adolescent flare.

[@DeathrowDC]

@@mattpipke5716 The people buying this car don't give af about anything you just said. Its 10k-15k cheaper than the CTR/ITS making it affordable for a lot of people who are going to look right past the looks.

[@robertf9521]

Drive with your hand on a roof handle … WTF?

[@repaleonhalo9754]

100.000 miles isnt exactly something to brag about. I wonder how much of a money pit this becomes after the 10 years.

[@r3games1985]

Why would you own a car for ten years? lol This powertrains been out for years now with no problems.

[@mattpipke5716]

@@r3games1985 I've owned my Silverado for 24 years, my 350z for 17, I keep my cars, which is why I pay a little more for quality when purchasing. The Integra type S is what I chose this time around and yes, it is more expensive, BUT far better in every way. Hyundais are great for 60k miles, after that it is anyones guess.

[@mattpipke5716]

exactly, Hyundai makes a compelling platform, but their QC isn't up to par yet, with Toyota or Honda so after 60k miles you could be in for some expensive life draining issues.

[@ericharrison619]

Who does a longer powertrain warranty?

[@blastoi5e]

its still korean

[@thedragon6499]

What does this even supposed to mean 😂

[@JorgeSoto-el7ji]

Stands apart even more

[@mharro88]

Atleast it's not american

[@ericharrison619]

So are quite a few "domestics" but we won't go there and hurt your feelings.

[@jinwoo3963]

Hey what does that even mean I get Korea is trending but it doesn’t mean u have to be rude… Korea makes awesome tech only aside from the hate they get from the cars from people like u.

[@a124as]

DCT lol. What a joke

[@DailyMotor]

What's a joke?

[@louismccomack9524]

DCT is the best transmissions for autos. Are you okay?

[@scottgraham6870]

Might be fun to drive but it looks so UGLY!!