Review: 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport - Value-Packed Hot Hatch!

[@PaulHoVlogs]

Hats off to Hyundai for coming so far! 8 years ago Hyundai was really behind the competition but these days they look ten times better and seem to have grabbed America's attention 👏🏼👍🏼

[@Cuzbanger]

I bought one for my wife, and I'm really loving how its a good all around fun car. Its my first DCT car, and I really like it. Its really good value here in Australia compared to its competitors.

[@tineshboopathy9819]

How is the DCT holding up? Is it causing any issues? I'm curious because I really like this car and thinking about buying it in the future.

[@gingerbreadman5756]

Hyundai should’ve sold the i30N in the U.S as the Elantra GT Sport, that would justify calling this a hot hatch.

[@jordancatcher6663]

We need a elantra gt N for the states.

[@wtfx5757]

I would definitely be one of those enthusiasts who would want a manual transmission with that tech package. Bummer.

[@MrHReviews]

no idea whats happening with your views lately, but for car content you're a personal favourite of mine, its a shame you aren't getting the views you used to get

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks man, yeah I dunno what's going on either. These past couple weeks the views have been cut in half :(

[@Smalls-js7bk]

The youtube algorithim i used to watch your channel all the time. and being that i litterally just purchased on of these with the manual of course, it popsin my feed. other than that havent seen any of your newer uploads

[@Lambdasonddd]

AMERICA NEEDS I30N

[@pan0rama546]

Definitely a great option for someone looking for a nice sporty hatchback and wants to stay under a radar. I'd say Civic Si is definitely a compelling rival, but no hatchback model for Si would probably steer me to Elantra GT Sport.

[@modmatt1]

Great points on the lack of package and/or options with the manual. Very frustrating from my standpoint - I had to settle for a Mazda6 Touring with the same as Hyundai of no package offerings (no roof, upgraded stereo or real leather), which I was willing to pay extra for. My perfect version of this car would be to have the manual with a tech package minus the extra safety electronics i.e. lane keep, blm, collision mitigation etc.. A good set of blind spot mirrors and paying attention is all I need there.

[@crispinsugita9398]

I'd get this over the civic sport hatch because it's got so much more equipment, but I wish Hyundai brought the n version over

[@NileshR12]

Crispin Sugita Yeah but it's a great value for the money

[@pikachuthevet576]

Always love the little smile when he turns down the backroad

[@tylerkern6330]

Great reviews, Matt! I think you sold me on this car. Love the recap after a week of driving.

[@jacobcouto8152]

Hey Matt great video! Big fan of the channel! I personally have a GT Sport but mine is the 6MT. The manual is certainly better than the 7spd DCT in my opinion. Nice, easy, sporty clutch but can be a bit mushy at times. The exhaust is pretty interesting, but like you said, could be louder. The noises that this little thing is surprising nonetheless, especially when you hit a perfect rev match. I love my GT sport! I have so much fun with it when I want to but when I need it to be sensible, it does the job as well!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks for your ownership thoughts Jacob and thanks for being a fan too!

[@daltonbeane5914]

What kind of hwy mpg do you get?

[@jacobcouto8152]

@@daltonbeane5914 Hey Dalton good question! Combined MPG is about 29 or 30. I drive pretty aggressively with a good mix of highway and city. Highway I can sneak up to 31 MPG cruising at 80 or so. City is weaker with the manual gearbox, 23 MPG.

[@daltonbeane5914]

Jacob Couto Perfect! I was looking at getting one but I wouldn’t accept anything less than 30MPG Highway. City mpg doesn’t bother me much as k be driving aggressively anyways. I currently have a 2010 Accent with the 1.6L I average 31-33 hwy with that.

[@jsboening]

Love to get the manual, but do you miss the big pano roof?

[@FlyinGato]

This vs the Si? The Si has an LSD, 200HP, great looks and the value holds up so well. If I were on the market, I'd test drive both before making a decision

[@HarryTwatter]

Honda will keep it's value longer

[@Fadic4]

And the si has adaptive dampers as well.

[@crispinsugita9398]

This is more of a civic sport hatch/Mazda 3 2.5 competitor. Sadly we don't get the "N" version for this here. Only the veloster n.

[@IReahpZz]

FlyinGato si seems to have all this tech but gets beat in auto cross by a substantial margin even with all of that. It's only a slight bit slower manual to manual, and the dct is much much faster. You cNt get an si in a hatch so that's an advantage here. The elantra sport sedan is going for 18-19k all day long and for that money, you can't compare a 25k+ si.

[@IReahpZz]

Wesley Green does that really matter when you save 7k out the door? All cars depreciate and you are going to lose value the second you drive off the lot anyways lmao

[@palebeachbum]

This seems like a really nice compact hatch. It doesn't give me a "hot hatch" vibe though. Seems more like an upscale compact hatch. More like the nicer hatchbacks offered in European markets. Dare I call this Elantra GT desirable? I really like it.

[@blackridge1491]

I've noticed many great, thorough reviewers like yourself also skip the following, and it would be awesome to have some of these things included for future videos: -Fold the rear seats down and remove the cargo cover to show how flat the seat backs and load floor are together, along with the overall size from the back. -Does the rear gate lift automatically with the key Fob button? Does it close? -Standard warranty plays a huge part of value. Subaru, VW, and other hatch makers have absolute garbage warranties compared to Kia/Hyundai. Possibly include that in the talking points about price? Just some suggestions.

[@matzusmc]

Blackridge Can’t forget about the fact that nobody mentions that you’re actually supposed to use regular unleaded gas rather than premium and you don’t take a performance or MPG hit for that either.

[@greezay]

Hatch, yes it is...hot, i beg to differ. Now the i20 N and veloster N, those are proper hot hatches.

[@mitchellmejia6079]

Random comment, 2 years ago I watched your review on a 428xi coupe multiple times a day for months, motivated me to get things going so i could get one. Safe to say I got one, fast forward a year and 5 months later and I did the same thing after I saw your review of an m3 and I just put my order in for my m3! haha

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Congrats Mitchell that's awesome! I'm glad you like the videos too!

[@ELGlueckert]

Calling it a hot hatch is a bit optimistic, maybe a warm hatch.

[@subvet3668]

Now that they give an “ultimate” package for the manual version of the new Veloster, I hope they do likewise for the manual version of this more practical car which currently doesn’t offer any package at present, although still a good value as is.

[@MrNascarDriver123]

Love it when my car gets reviewed!!!

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

I like when you throw in your opinion on the stereo.... I seen that subwoofer out back and assumed it would be ok... glad you mentioned ut

[@dattran6372]

just makes me want the i30N even more. why can't we have that in the US? so annoying. nice review though!

[@NileshR12]

The front and rear ends of the Elantra GT Sport looks cleaner than the front and rear end of the Elantra GT N-Line with the black plastic it has. This one looks cleaner

[@letsseeif]

I've already posted & have similar car to the one you're reviewing but I'm here in Australia, and have ultra quiet car with Hankooks 88V 225 x 40 xR18. I don't get the road noise (& we've got a real mix of roads here including a few of the old 'non skid' noisey types). I'm wondering , in that we only ever get snow on the highest peaks in the Southern Great Dividing Range, and no-one gets snow in Aussie towns or cities [most Aussies never see snow], whether my Hankooks are NOT "all season' & hence, much quieter. I've had some very knowledgeable & pedantic passengers who've commented on the surprising quietness of our MY2018 i30SR DCT Turbo Premium (Elantra GT).

[@letsseeif]

An okay but slightly repetitive review. I've got an Australian one (1.6petrol DCT i30SR Premium 201hp) with red safety belts, but 309 tuning variations done due our roads (Australia is same size as USA Lower 48, but with one sixteenth population) which go from freeway/tollway to country rural then red gravel often corregated & commonly trucks double & up to ultra long 'road-trains' with NO speed limits in the Northern territory & so high speed gigantics are a real test. We also have the i30N performance car and Elantra has always sold here as the sedan eg Turbo Elantra. My take. A great car, compact for city parking, but a 'scalded cat' on open roads. Very quiet with windows up. Handles extremely well as though it's glued on! 'Gotta love it'.

[@logicalnerd1517]

My friends Hyundai Elantra is only a couple years old and a major problem they have with theirs is in winter the windows get frosted up on the INSIDE. Couldn't believe it until I saw it myself. Otherwise it's a nice car but for that reason alone I wouldn't get one.

[@BFisherMKE]

Really loving these new Hyundai's.

[@christopherfleming7936]

Looking like the Mazda 3 up front almost..but only almost Mazda 3 is still cooler looking 😜

[@klasseact6663]

Another underdog...Tork Motorsport makes it a beast, wheels and tires are easy to change out! Check 3 pedals when ordering...thank you, drive thru!!

[@TheDustyaman]

Klasse Act took Motorsport has a tendency to over due his tunes and blows peoples motors up

[@troy9er]

That pano roof is very heavy, but who cares? It looks great!! Drove one last year and was very impressed.

[@irhymeswithpie]

Curious how you feel this and the gti compare in terms of cabin noise, drive performance, and comfort. Deciding between a fully spec’d gt Elantra sport vs base or se gti.

[@CJ_Z34]

Drinking game: Take a shot every time he says "Elantra GT Sport"

[@PresidentMcAwesomesauce]

Great video again. For our winter roads in PA I would prefer at least an optional LSD.

[@A_guan]

I considered this until I measured the cargo space with the seats up and found it the cargo area in the mazda3 was longer so this one's out. I want a hatch with a deeper/longer cargo space

[@rickrogers2649]

Hey Matt , great review as always. I agree that my choice would also be a manual transmission but trying to find ANY Hyundai product with a stick to test drive is impossible.

[@BoomBoom-il1fm]

I bought this last weekend , Buti have to pass my test driving. , I don't have another car otherwise I have to cancel the camera in the back just for 30 minutes for my examen. Could you PL lease hel me. ????

[@ingenunis5003]

Nice Review Matt👌🏼

[@mw3andbf]

Almost traded my Veloster Turbo for this or the Elantra Sport Sedan, but ended up with a 16 WRX.

[@theneighborhoodguy6634]

Way worse choice

[@dattran6372]

Looks great in that color, but I still think the sedan looks better. I love hatchbacks though.

[@wtfx5757]

Man, awesome timing. I am looking at purchasing this, a focus ST, fiesta ST, or civic SI.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

I hope this video helps you make a decision!

[@wtfx5757]

For sure! I test drove the Elantra Sport (6 speed manual trans) and was impressed with what you get for the money; you can pick those up for around $19k. I really like the additional options you can get on the GT sport though...panoramic roof, ventiliated seats, LED headlights... Appreciate all the work you put into these videos. My favorite reviewer on KZbin! Especially the acceleration portions/reactions. Grade A fun :)

[@IRONBUB16]

WTFx i picked up a brand new focus ST for 19k.

[@wtfx5757]

Yep, thats why I am cross shopping it with the STs. There are good deals to be had on those too!

[@BenTroxell]

WTFx For what it’s worth I LOVE my Fiesta ST. The interior is really ugly though and you sit pretty high up, but those are my main complains.

[@2006gtobob]

Very nice car and review. I find that Hyundai is slapping enthusiasts in the face by not offering a manual AND the tech package. If I was in the market for a sporty hatch I'd pass on this car because of that.

[@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN]

COOL Review: 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport

[@yongutsa]

My question is "really good" enough to compete with the Japanese counterparts? They should've made it "hot" looking.

[@Ezero8]

Do these really sell that well in the US? I've only seen these new GTs twice on the road. Which would you pick, Matt, Elantra GT Sport or the new Veloster Turbo?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

They haven’t been on the market long but I haven’t seen too many around my area yet. I’d pick the new Veloster because I like its more dramatic looks better.

[@Bazoo-1968]

How are the headlights and high beams at night?

[@jdmonte3326]

wow hyundai and kia are really making some nice cars

[@WtfReal]

this or brz? help. overall including price, driving experience, interior etc not only based on performace etc.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

They drive completely different, just depends what you want. BRZ is RWD, lower weight, lower seating position, tighter handling and a much smaller feeling car. Elantra GT Sport is FWD, higher seating position, less sharp, more comfortable, more practical and easier to drive, but less fun and less dramatic with a lower redline, but lots of torque in the lower rpms that the BRZ doesn’t have.

[@jsboening]

Bring the n line appearance package to the states please

[@clairekennedy8767]

Great car!

[@lucasredford1074]

Mine recently started to have a jerk when accelerating at 1st to 2nd gear

[@_dmfd]

I'm having alot of issues with the DCT personally.

[@candicanderous]

@@_dmfd had to replace the clutch pack and the actuator at 44k miles, under warranty though

[@towncaptain7]

When Matt drives economy cars, it feels slow to him because of his Mustang. But when he starts taking corners, it's 'wow'...because of how it feels compared to his boat Mustang. Come back to light cars Matt

[@mw3andbf]

To add: On the Elantra 1.6T, the turbo is not as “sporty” as the Velosters Turbo. I believe it’s slightly bigger on the Veloster if I remember right.

[@dylandetails361]

Give me the barebones manual sport model in red or silver and I will be happy for a long time (or at least until Hyundai releases the Elantra GT N Line(confirmed) or the full blown GT N)

[@youngslime8506]

10:10

[@carterdavis2793]

Thanks for this. A little disappointed the Hyundai puts the 1.6T in most of their vehicles though 😐

[@Mikcago]

So this (preferably manual) or a Fiesta ST?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Both are great choices and similar in a lot of ways.

[@timephire]

For a minute there i thought this was a re-upload. It's the Hatchback. ;o)

[@MichaelRodriguez-vl8by]

It doesn’t really scream hot hatch to me with its mini van proportions.

[@alansmilealot]

Michael Rodriguez honestly these hatches now a days are screaming mini van the civic hatch in the mid 2000s started it here, but I still think that looked better than the later hatches.

[@ATG3192]

So I wasn't the only one who thought that, when pictured by itself, the Elantra GT Sport looked like a SUV/crossover because of its proportions lol. The car is deceptively small, which is cool with me.

[@matzusmc]

ATG3192 I don’t think pictures/videos do this car justice in any way. I just bought one and that’s one area I thought I might not be completely happy with, but it looks so much better in person. Even the wheels, which I know aren’t flashy, look so much better than the cheap aluminum look they seem to have in pictures. I’m so happy with this car all around and 100% satisfied with the purchase.

[@garyoak5262]

Where's the red seatbelts?

[@OHJ-8]

What is the fuel grade this car needs?

[@TVinmyEye]

Oliver J just 87 octane.

[@MrNemo721]

So much car for your money.

[@jeremyb456]

come on Hyundai we want the i30 N here bring the 2.0 turbo in this car here

[@TVinmyEye]

I have the exact model, got back in aug. Its more of a “warm hatch” hate saying that but yeah. I uploaded a vid of the stock exhaust If anyone is interested. Sounds good for what it is.

[@jonelstingu9583]

I think you forgot to mention that its small! :)))

[@glucia805]

To bad there are none left on the west coast.......

[@DK-wr9nd]

Huh? Really? Dang...I was thinking of getting Elantra GT when I get to California..

[@glucia805]

Donny Kim there are a few GTs, but no sports.

[@DK-wr9nd]

Agh, that's too bad. Normal one seems too boring. I should look up for an alternative. Thanks for your comment anyway!

[@Dmocification]

Great moms car.

[@blombardo83]

Give me the 130N in the states please. I have kids

[@jstreampc5132]

an elantra gt sport that can be thrown into a corner better than a gti golf. huh. good to know

[@nassim479]

little little feeelss feeeelssss

[@b.f.378]

The tail lights look plain and generic. On the Limited model, I like the LEDs in the tail lights, but the other trims just look plain and dated (looks like an old Kia Forte)

[@carsaregood911]

"hot" hatch

[@MichaelWoodward_71]

So disappointed, as I've owned two Elantra GT's and been waiting for the sport version and sadly this styling is sooooo bland!

[@KirkKreifels]

Meh... Corolla 5dr w/ 6speed or Lexus UX :P

[@e4300]

Thumbs down for the intro music.

[@choski76]

Matt. Cyclist?

[@plamoarthobby]

dsg

[@aaronwilliamarce3521]

Lol Automatic! Bwahahhahaha

[@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739]

This car may look nice, but it's a Time boom waiting for its victims to purchase..... JUNKYARD ELIGIBLES ARE ALL Hyundai CARS...... ENGINE TROUBLES .....

[@CreepinCreeper145]

17th

[@alyssacampbell6155]

Knockoff golf lmfao

[@BenTroxell]

Damn, it looks sooooo boring.

[@dnbeatz4193]

What do you expect from a Hyundai ?

[@BenTroxell]

Danny Nørgaard Andersen The genesis coupe is a great looking car.

[@dnbeatz4193]

yee

[@BenTroxell]

Sloonz Lel Yeah they don’t look bad for what they are. Idk what they were thinking with this though. Looks like a little minivan.

[@alansmilealot]

Looking like a crossover. I rather have a smaller box styled hatch.

[@mikemorales1725]

Sport and CVT just don't match in my book!

[@TVinmyEye]

Mike Morales CVT? The elantra gt sport is a DCT not a CVT.

[@johntyson]

He literally spends 30 consecutive seconds talking about the dual clutch transmission.

[@ryaninanoria9533]

He prolly heard auto and thought it's a cvt