2017 Hyundai Elantra - Redline: Review

[@GaryKetchum808]

Hyundais today are extremely gorgeous. They're stepping up their game big time. Nice to see.

[@syzyphyz]

They seem to be the best bang-for-your-buck option, and elantras in particular seem to last a long time if you maintain them.

[@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind]

This comment was ahead of its time.. lol peep the 2020 Hyundai Sonata and you’ll know what I’m talking about!

[@TurkeyBaconSandwich9er]

@@TrumpsaTerroristChangeMyMind I just got a '17 Elantra but that '20 Sonata Sport is banging! Just a bit out of my range.

[@Pr0fess0rConner-j8l]

@@syzyphyz yeah my dads hyundai elantra from 2004 lasted till 220,000 miles only to be totaled in a hail storm but couldve lasted at least another 30k miles without any major problems

[@brennasimpson1843]

I have the 2017 Hyundai Elantra SE. and I’m in love with it. I don’t really care if it’s “base model” or not. It’s a very zippy car and it’s great on gas. Mine has 75k miles, rides like a dream, transmission shifts smoothly, has eco and sport mode. It’s a fun car! The only thing I want to do to it is tint the windows, update my dash radio kit and get better wheels!

[@Spoozin]

Is it still good I’m looking to buy a 2017 with 75k miles tommorow

[@brennasimpson1843]

@@Spoozin yes! It’s still good for me! I’m at 96k miles now, and it still runs and drives beautifully!

[@warsame2245]

@@Spoozin I found one the same for $13K, how much did you pay for urs?

[@frankmontez6853]

I’m looking to buy a 17 Elantra SE . How many miles you’ve got? It’s still very good rock solid reliable car ?

[@brennasimpson1843]

@@warsame2245 2 years ago I bought mine outright for $7800 cash.

[@PieInTheSky9]

This offers a very smooth quiet and comfortable ride when drive like a normal person and you're not flooring it and trying to race people on a small park road.

[@bbokdoong]

I rented this car a few weeks ago. The engine is pretty peppy under 4,000 rpm, but quickly loses power above 4k rpm. The car looks nice and is quite comfortable. As a daily driver, it is a good car. Think of it as an improved Toyota Corolla...nothing wrong with that... It returned 5.1 L/100 km (rented the car in Canada)....roughly equal to about 45 mpg.... that was impressive....

[@devn3813]

Sangmin Lee you must’ve been driving the 1.4 turbo with all low end power and no top end power. The 2.0 is the other way around and the 1.6 has both

[@IFXMusic]

@@devn3813 the 2.0 has 3 settings, eco/normal/sport. When sport setting is selected. That car moves so nice. Eco and normal settings just regulate that rpm and boy can you tell. Good for inner city driving, sport is great for highway driving.

[@devn3813]

Chris Zane so slow though

[@IFXMusic]

@@devn3813 well compared to other large engine cars that are made for speed. This car has enough balls for a compact commuter car. Hands down.

[@devn3813]

Chris Zane I’ve rented one and my brothers fiancé owns one. It literally does a 10 second + 0-60. I own an elantra sport and it’s not bad but the 2.0 is incredibly slow

[@etaesu83]

Your knowledge is incredible....the depth Context, details, comparison to your memory of your test of previous models Don't think most people realize you are towards the top in terms of auto reporters when you can do that

[@stevefranklin8052]

My 17 Elantra just turned 42.000 miles. Absolutely flawless. Even tires still have decent tread left. Very happy with it.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

How old?

[@johnfranklin5277]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName Bought my Elantra in june 2016. Just turned 67.000 miles 0 repairs , no problems or issues at all. Like it fine.

[@1selfmademon]

How is it now? interested in a 17 is it reliable

[@johnfranklin5277]

@@1selfmademon Just turned 94.000 miles on my 17 Elantra. 0 repairs. Its a loaded model, and all the safety features still work perfectly. Ive taken very good care of it and it literally still looks like new inside and out. Last May I bought a new kia K5 GT LINE with premium package. I'm loving that car. Kept the Elantra, to nice to let go of it, and my commute to work is 79 miles round trip. So I'll use the Elantra for that, and keep the mileage down on the new car.

[@kxmcha]

@@johnfranklin5277Hello, do you currently still have the car? If so how’s it going with it so far?

[@syzyphyz]

This is a commuter car, of course nobody will be racing it, why do you focus so heavily on that aspect?

[@scarea2691]

My friend drives like a fucking maniac. He owns a 2013 for like 7 years and beat the ever living shit out of it and speeds everywhere in it. now he owns a 2016 and loves it but his bumper already has zip ties and pieces missing out of it, he likes how the new one has softer but better suspension on it. If you ever see a 2013 silver Elantra with 145k miles on it in the Midwest don't buy that one!!!

[@gregnixon1296]

He has to find an area to criticize. Reviewers need to condemn their products in some way.

[@lukelarssen7072]

@@scarea2691 you really a good friend lmao

[@penconscious9618]

the channel's called Redline reviews..

[@OGtheQueen]

lmfao I thought he was going to crash at 16:06. I love my Hyundai, its good on gas. Gets me from point A to B

[@WeekendWarrior604]

Aliz Bee hahaha he almost did

[@onedon7288]

Aliz Bee Lmao

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

Aliz Bee I can’t even tell you how many times I thought he was going to crash... His insurance rates are probably already sky high, so he better hope they never run across his videos because they might raise them even more.

[@Sevan_UP]

Just like how every other car gets you from point a to b

[@King-fz8iw]

sevan grigoryan not every car lol

[@vikk5459]

Good lord that was a stressful drive. I was cringing when you almost hit that Odyssey.

[@greenlime1997]

lol 😂😂 that almost took my breath away with how close he was to that odyssey

[@boggy7665]

You've never driven a narrow, winding mountain road in a fashion that will get you home before dark, have you?

[@juanmesa357]

Ridge Caples

[@MichaelCheng628]

when was it? cant be bothered to find it

[@Erlov71]

Vikk 54 Asian

[@stevefranklin8052]

hey soyfan, I have had my 2017 elantra for a year now. little over 14000 miles. 0 problems. like it very much. I noticed that the ac is on during this road test. with the ac off, it's much quicker. just like all cars. I am very happy with it PS some car enthusiasts do buy cars like this! On day's I want to fly I bring out my muscle car ! however I find I can push the elantra in tight curves and corners and it does very well it also cruises along at 80 85 all day and does not feel stressed. Anyway keep up the good work. your one of the best

[@modmatt1]

I watch a lot of car review videos and you really put together a great package from the external shots, inside and content. I always learn a lot in your vids and count myself on the enthusiast side so appreciate your specific point of view. As for this segment, these "small" cars have grown so much and are priced much higher and closer to some of the mid-sized ones, I'd have a tough time passing on an Mazda 6 touring with manual over a little more tech-laden, smaller car just to save a few mpgs.

[@anouarmejri2673]

I think Hyundai have done a great job on the exterior design, even the interior is better than the civic for my taste !

[@pwagner0176]

I just rented one of these for a weekend and the acceleration was just fine, and the engine was not noisy. If you do nothing but floor it as you do in every damn video you do then yeah you're going to hear it. Try doing a review driving the vehicles like a normal person. A single 0-60 test is fine, but flooring it at a stoplight all the time is just ridiculous.

[@PieInTheSky9]

Completely agree

[@blintorzabat5798]

Agreed! Auto journalists who drive like this do us a major disservice. Yeah, we get that he doesn't have to pay for the vehicle. Doesn't mean he has to abuse it.

[@palebeachbum]

After watching several of his videos, I decided they were stressful and annoying to watch. Between constantly flooring his test vehicles and then complaining they're noisy, to his frantic and repeptive speach pattern, I don't fins his videos enjoyable. I've transitioned over to Savagegeese and others who strike me as less biased, less annoying, and more reasonable with their assessments.

[@johncoll4456]

I find his reviews very informative but what's the point of beating the crap out of every car you test?

[@calgary2800]

It’s a very comfortable ride, review is bad.

[@decarloswilliams6099]

Beautiful car. Lots of good features standard. One of the best new car warranties in the business. Great review.

[@3811eric]

Dude, I would still buy this new Elantra over any Civic trims.. It's just smiply better made, better priced car than Civic. Besides, this new Elantra doesn't look grotesque in front like the new Civic... I hate that front design of new Civic. Elantra's got my vote. Thanks for the review as always.

[@bradsmith130]

Estrading Co thanks I agree you nailed it right on the Elantra is alot more mature looking and built for mature adults to drive. The Civic looks is good for appealing to a 13 year old.

[@bengalghost5403]

The time has come for these arrogant Honda dealers to feel the pinch when customers have a better option now.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Bengal Ghost 👆👆👆

[@connerolann1533]

Hyundai aren't better built then a honda. There getting better yes but not close to honda and toyota quality and reliability

[@jaquio69]

I like your reviews. You're very thorough in your videos, I tend to always see if you have done any car I might be looking at. I don't get why people want to criticize and talk crap about how you go about doing your reviews. I appreciate your style and feel that you deliver a very informative and personal POV, I want feedback of anyone that does car reviews. Anyhow keep up the good work.

[@seanestes5106]

I own a 2017 Elantra, value edition, and I used to sell Honda's for 4 and a half years and I have to say the Hyundai brand is really coming up in the automotive world. Yes while Honda does have some better features, Honda has always been known for more performance and interior looks. Sadly now a days the cars are looking more and more...well let's just say they don't look Good to me (other than the civic hatch) Hyundai gives out a lot of technology for the price but does lack on the excitement aspect. But dollar for dollar the Hyundai is catching up to Honda's and Toyota's very quickly and I wouldn't be surprised to see Hyundai one day running with the big dogs.

[@bosoxdanc1]

Does the Value Edition come with Blue Link? I can't figure it out, and I'm leaning towards a Value Edition.

[@frankmontez6853]

Is it very solidly reliable car without major issues? Looking at 17 Hyundai Elantra SE with 130 K miles clean title $6400

[@propdoctor21564]

I have a 2017 Elantra and I'm very happy with it in all aspects

[@s.tnguyen4468]

Got this car from Enterprise while my Lexus was being fixed and now I miss it:*) it got comfortable in it the very first day of driving it, and it was so easy to use and fun to drive. A lot of features for this price point 👍🏼

[@t4705mb6]

These picayune reviewers are an odd bunch. What do you expect for the price? A formula one? I have an Elantra GT and I LOVE that car! BTW: Notice how NO reviewers EVER talk about RELIABILITY ---- only TOYS!

[@palebeachbum]

I notice that too. Why do no car reviewers talk about reliability? Thats super important. Savagegeese does look over the way a car is engineered and talks about how complicated or simple a car is engineered. He kinda praised the Elantra for having simple engineering and lack of complicated and expensive. Turbo, GDI, etc.

[@nadavis6845]

Reviewers generally don’t have the car very long, therefore it would be somewhat misleading to talk about it

[@johnnybilly7549]

I do really love watching redline review its very informative :)

[@johnfranklin5277]

Well, my 2017 Elantra i bought new in May of 2016, just hit the milestone mark, 100.000 miles! Car has been absolutely fantastic. 0 repairs, 0 issues! Uses no oil between changes. Everything still works like new. Even the brake pads are original, and was told, once again, while having new tires installed, 2 months ago, That they still dont need replacement..only other thing replaced has been 2 batteries.

[@mlcharted]

Just got this car in the exact same color. Limited edition. My second car. Love it.

[@rbielarski]

Honda Civic does not earn a recommended rating by Consumer Reports due to reliability much below average since the redesign. More value in the Hyundai/Kia products currently.

[@IFXMusic]

Kia? Kia? To bad it's a Kia :(

[@katieducky23]

I have a 2017 with the tech/ appearance package i got it for 15k. I love this car! It came with a sunroof!

[@ultragaming5511]

Just got this car but it's 2018 and I absolutely love it!

[@incgohd]

the breaklights from the filming crew car gives the headlights a nice red glow.

[@Remeran]

As much as I would like to have a sportier drive, I just can't stand the new Civic's design. I picked up a limited model 2017 Elantra and my only complaint is the acceleration. I love the technology that it comes with , the exterior design, and the interior design/space. Overall I like the Elantra better, but if the civic design was more my style than I would have picked it up.

[@bobherrmann1510]

Sofyan is young and likes fast cars that handle well. This is why he drives recklessly in state parks where the speed limit is 15mph. This is also why he whines about a car designed as a general use vehicle because it doesn't perform like a Camaro SS. If you see cars through "Hot Wheels" eyes then his reviews make sense.

[@madridtillidie]

So why watch and whine like a little girl

[@ravenjames3873]

Sofyan is 27, he's actually two years older than me. also he doesn't get into muscle cars like the Camero, but most people like the engine.

[@urizon41]

If you think this is whining try savagegeese. Sofyan is a great reviewer imho

[@palebeachbum]

Savagegeese reviewed this car. He pushed it hard thru part of his review to test its limits, but specifically to test the limits. That's what he does in every review. He understood the intent and purpose of the car. It's not a sports car. Its tuned more toward comfort, which the average adult driver appreciates.

[@kayopechtate6357]

You may have not noticed, but the new Elantra has a height-adjustable passenger seat, standard in all trims!!! You can't get that at any price in the new Civic and most other cars, and you have to get the most expensive trim in the new Cruze, if you want that feature.

[@palebeachbum]

Funny you mention this cuz it wasn't a feature I gave a 2nd thought until I bought this car. My mom got in the first time, raised the seat all the way up, and has left it there ever since. She's older, so it's normally hard for her to get in and out of cars with low seats.

[@cgrocho47]

Why is your intro music about 3x louder than your dialogue?

[@ravenjames3873]

because music is loud

[@kevincordova1507]

Ikr it’s annoying

[@ejiroemoefe]

Because he is only better at criticism.

[@lyonelvee9584]

Amazing video presentation! Perfect explanation for every aspect of the car. I’m really considering buying this car. Somewhat Affordable and really spacious and luxurious!

[@DimachkaS]

How many speeding tickets do you have ? :-) Good review!

[@danielzamora8738]

5k

[@AMindInOverdrive]

I have a 2013 Elantra and several things let it down: 1. Lack of engine power, 2. Road noise inside 3. Not a smooth ride. They have addressed several of those but engine power seems to be still not great...although as regards value for money it's good. Standard models have heated front seat, air con, cruise control...so pretty good features. Regarding ride and noise, I don't expect a luxury car for the price of an elantra

[@joeb2588]

Nice to see a non gdi engine. No body wants to deal with the carbon build up issues later on down the road.

[@stevefranklin8052]

joe b agreed

[@slickflyguy]

I used to have a 2006 Mazda 3. I now have a 2016 Mazda 3. An awesome and fun car to drive.

[@conman1173]

The elantra is a great first car for people exiting college and into the real world. Is it great, no, but it has some good incentives and won't destroy someone with monthly payments

[@EvendimataE]

that car is way beautiful than the previous designs with overly curvy lights

[@extremezappers5673]

7:24 Isn't it 4.2 inch display?

[@horohito]

I think Honda Civic wins in terms of safety technology and features. You have to buy the Limited Elantra in order to get the adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, and Automatic Breaking. These safety features are available in all civic trims including the based LX. If you care about these safety features, you should consider the Civic. It is a pitty that such important safety features are not available in the lower trim Elantra

[@theredline]

You are correct with that, we like the fact that Honda offers those safety features on lower trims, but the Elantra also has some features that are unavailable on the new Civic, such as the memory seats, adaptive swiveling headlights, and the smart-access trunk opener. At the same time, Honda offers full-LED headlights, more power, and a sportier driving feel. It really comes down to what you prefer most, there is not right or wrong answer.

[@jbar_85]

+Redline Reviews my 2014 civic has the smart key trunk access on it. 😉

[@jbar_85]

+Redline Reviews except, I don't have it to open it automatically. Nice feature.

[@marktuyet]

take a look at the engine problems the new civic is having

[@masterwongshifu]

forgot to mention that the LX civic is basically the same price as the GL Elantra which has all the features

[@joplinst1642]

I have a 2013. I'm glad they moved the blower vents higher. It does defrost the front window very fast and the road noise is louder than my 2003 Elantra. Other than that no complaints

[@TheRickJames]

I've been driving this car for the past two weeks and just completed a 6 hr road trip and I have to say you didn't give it enough credit. It's actually pretty fast, the 60 to 90 acceleration is really good, the take off is slightly slow but no problem when changing lanes or from a roll. I think you have a poor driving style as well because I have a lead foot and still got 36-38city and 39-42highway. It actually got the best gas mileage at around 80mph. Also I quickly switch driving modes when I need to avoid a box or stick situation and it had no problem sling shooting to 95mph when I needed to pass an asshat who stayed in the fast lane and decides to speed up when I had to pass. Overall this vehicle has a 26-30k feel for only 17-19k, that's really impressive.

[@stevefranklin8052]

Michael Lazarus I bought mine June 2016. 23000 miles now, O problems or concerns. REALLY LIKE IT. Rides super smooth. Great on gas. Comfortable too.

[@TheRickJames]

Steve Franklin Yea the one im driving is a rental with 36k on it and no issues, ticks, rattles or anything. Also i thinknit still has the original tires on it.

[@kalaniruiz3065]

Can't wait until the sport comes out...!!!!

[@alijunaid6845]

keep waiting then

[@edgarcmtz]

Kalani Ruiz it exists

[@vh9network]

Today when you look at Hyundai, you should say to yourself these are car designs that Audi would have had today. Some of you already know exactly what I'm talking about saying this.

[@palebeachbum]

I don't think it's the case anymore, but let's assume the new Civic is a more dependable car long-term, I still wouldn't want it. Why? It's hideous looking. The interior looks downright cheap compared to the Elantra interior. The overall "personality" of the Civic is very boy ricer, look at me I'm 16. Not my cup of tea. I like the sleek, sophisticated style of the Elantra, inside and out. The warranty is much better too. Not saying the Civic is a bad car, but it looks like it's trying WAY too hard to impress and falls flat on it's face for the average adult looking for a small midsize sedan.

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

palebeachbum You totally hit the nail on the head. The lady that live across the street from me “she must work for Honda” is always coming home with new Honda’s and I just think there gaudy, cheap, and just flat out ugly looking. My mother has a 2015 Accord sport 6speed with 25k mi. and the starter went out already amongst other things. I have a 2015 Sonata with 34k mi. and I have never had a single issue with it, it’s more quiet, it rides better, it’s just flat out a much nicer car than the Accord. I used to have a 2011 Elantra with 165k mi. and it’s still ran like new, shifted like a dream and had freezing cold air conditioning, I only had to put a fuel pump and an alternator in it. We have 4 Hyundai’s and a Kia in the family and we all love them and have never had any serious problems with them, 2 of my other neighbors also have Hyundai’s and they all say the same thing.

[@palebeachbum]

@@Anonymous-ji4sb once upon a time, Honda reliability and quality was light years ahead of Hyundai. Times have changed. Over the last 25 yrs or so, Honda quality has been on a slow decline and major problems are becoming more evident, while Hyundai quality and reliability has been on a very steep rise. While doing my online research before buying a new car in Dec 2018, I read consumer complaints about problems with both the Civic's 2.0L and 1.5L turbo engines. That surprised me. Then I thought back to everyone I've know to own a Honda made in the last 15 yrs. All having rather major mechanical problems outside their 36k mile warranty, but well before 100k miles. It confirms my suspicions about declining Honda quality. Hyundai has come a long way in that time. Buying a car from Honda does not guarantee a stellar car, but you're guaranteed a much shorter warranty and a higher price tag at purchase. I opted to buy a new 2018 Elantra. My first Hyundai vehicle. So far, I'm very impressed with the quality. I didn't bother testing out the Civic. Can't stomach the look.

[@Anonymous-ji4sb]

palebeachbum The 2011 Elantra was my first car, I got it brand new a week after I graduated college. I had for about 7.5 years and 165k mi. with very little problems, but sadly a year ago I was rear-ended and Geico Insurance declared it a total loss due to high mileage. I actually got a 2018 Elantra SEL for the rental. I had it for almost a month, it was very quiet, it had a really nice ride, it had decent pick-up, and it had pretty much the same touchscreen the in this video has. I think that would be an excellent first car and I highly recommend one to anybody. I almost got a new Elantra but I needed more space so I got the used 2015 Sonata instead.

[@ilovejuicyxoxo]

my new elantra doesn't have a push start, sunroof, or cd player..but it does have a back up camera which is awesome

[@jayz4evr]

Brittany Mathison lol even potatoes have backup cameras these days so it ain't anything special

[@chicano323]

Excellent review. I just subscribed. Nice shirt by the way. Where did you buy it?

[@stefankoles]

i fucking love this guy....its a real automotive jurnalist....and he is making good job explaining all u need to find about a car

[@The1066BMJ]

My 2017 Elantra SE actually is very responsive when you hit the gas. The one you are driving in the video sounds much louder than my car.

[@Greg29]

Great review, very thorough.

[@8384-g3d]

Don’t understand why he talked so much garbage about it not going fast enough. The car already has great technology in it. This is your normal day to day car, you’ll ride comfortably with out any problems

[@8384-g3d]

I was surprised that it had passenger seat warmer for all 4 passengers, has keyless start, reverses camera, touchscreen radio, sensors on the mirrors, automatic lane assist if your driving for a long time and you fall asleep the car knows when you are going off track and will automatically straighten the car out and warn you. What more do you want? Its perfect.

[@xe-xx8vu]

Nice little car, had one for a week as a rental SE model 2017. Gas miles was great, I drive a SUV daily so I was loving this. Very easy handling. It just did it's job. Next rental, i'm trying to get a ford focus to compare to the Elantra. In the near future we are looking into getting a second car. This will mostly be driven by my wife. If I had to buy it on the spot, I would but I will like the bluetooth option for our phone connectivity. All the other tech options that it comes with on higher trims is nice but keeping cost down is a focus for us.

[@ichangedmyusernamebecausei2551]

My cousin is giving me his for free because he got a new car. He told me it just needs some work done but it’s mine as soon as he gets his new car. I was saving up money to buy a car but am now getting a really nice one on a silver platter for free. I seriously couldn’t be more grateful in my life. Also he used the car for Uber and other driving services so it’s got some mileage on it. But I don’t really care cuz I’m getting a car for free. With America’s economy right now, I’ll even be grateful if I get a broken down bike for free.

[@kristoamadeus4441]

Dawg you are so lucky cheers man enjoy hope it goes well

[@TheChos3nOne]

I am using one as a rental right now and I put it in sport just to see . And I gotta say , this thing is fun and a little noisier than I would've thought for a Hyundai. (A good loud)

[@martyz3170]

always great reviews

[@potbellypiggy3522]

This car looks like the Ford Focus and Chevy Cruze got blended together.

[@KamalMorales]

YESSSSSSSS!!!! THATS exactly what I thought about it! It gave me Ford Focus!

[@jacklarkson4505]

ok im confused what is the 2017 version that have fog lights because this is not it and not the 2016 model. no parking sensors and no A/C hatch for back seat wtf is this version? i see a 2017 version have all of those.

[@dustinderolph3542]

I like this car. Attractive. Not overstated. Good value.

[@manny3918]

This is an economic car, it is best to save on gas and able to get you from point A to B without any issues. Less to maintain and reliable. If you care about speed then you should be reviewing one of the super cars and not trying to cause an accident in a blindspot corner.

[@CeeStyleDj]

Do you plan to review the Elantra Sport? It has fully independent suspension and the turbo engine and automotive journalists have said it feels like a different vehicle.

[@NathanCouture-pn3tn]

I have a 2018 SEL average 35-45 mpg very comfy and sport looking can’t beat it

[@slickflyguy]

I have a 2015 Jetta 1.8T. My previous car was a 2006 Mazda 3 5 door with the 2.3 engine. My Mazda is much more refined and more solid of a car. My big complaint with my Jetta is that the whole interior is hard plastic everywhere and the drivers seat is not as supportive or as well bolstered as my Mazda. I should have bought another Mazda even though it rusted pretty bad around year seven or eight which really depressed me. I have never owned a car that rusted like that around the wheel wells and the bottom of the doors The current models are more aerodynamic and back seat room has decreased to the point of being only for kids or shorter people. My Jetta has a 12yr/120000 mile rust proof warranty, where Mazda has I think 3/36 on everything now. My 2006 came with a 4/50 warranty which was a bit better than everyone else. I want to take the Elantra Sprot for a ride with that 200hp turbo motor. I want that zoom zoom that Mazda provides back in my driving life. I miss my Mazda more than my last girlfriend. Sorry baby.

[@lryoung17]

You should do the revamped '17 Corolla I'm interested to see how the changes they made fare against this new Elantra from Hyundai.

[@BanBiofuels]

I believe the engine in this car is an Atkinson Cycle design, which is far from ordinary for a non-hybrid design. The Mazda 3 never gets the advertised MPG in test reviews I have seen, but the new Elantra hits the EPA marks or better. It certainly does as well as the Corolla LE. I think it looks way better than the Honda or Mazda 3. I heard a sport model is coming with an independent rear suspension and better brakes.

[@21614ohio]

jn

[@marcorodriguez7748]

are u reviewing the 2017 genesisi coupe, would love to see it! great videos keep it up

[@JustinKelly]

They haven't even announced it yet lmao

[@marcorodriguez7748]

+Justin Kelly ik! Lmao

[@VaunShiz]

their isn't even a 2017 coupe lol

[@marcorodriguez7748]

i tried to mean when it comes out, LoL

[@JustinKelly]

Marco Rodriguez I think the redesigned Genesis brand coupe is scheduled for 2018 or 2019 at the soonest.

[@rodneymolidorjr.6095]

I have a big complaint about this review and most reviews on youtube. Most of the reviews are for the higher trims, even though the majority of sales are the lower trims. Almost all your reviews, I would rather see on a lower trim version of the car - because that's probably what I would be buying. Other than that I want to say, I really enjoy them How about you do your reviews of 2019 autos on the lowest trim versions so they will be useful? Thanks.

[@AdamantlyAdam1]

Apple just updated CarPlay in iOS 10 to include the helper screen in addition to the main screen. Any word if Hyundai will support that in the future? If they can rollout CarPlay via a software update, I don't see why they couldn't do it with the helper screen.

[@ponymoonshadow]

While I do like some of the updated features of the 2017 redesign, I like the styling and looks of my 2013 Elantra Coupe much better, and the updated features and more lackluster looks are not enticing me to upgrade. The gen5 Elantra was a much better looking car, has all the features I want/need, and in my opinion is very comfortable to drive even on long trips. Sure it can be "skittish" in corners, but I don't try to drive it like a race car. If I wanted sports car performance, I would have bought a sports car! I'll stick with my 2013 coupe. When it is time to upgrade (probably not till around 2020-2023, if not longer), chances are it will be another Hyundai. Besides, who can beat Hyundai's class leading 10yr warranty!

[@MeetJohnnyNg]

Wow love the exterior look and I would drive this car.

[@Babygr416x]

between a 2015 honda accord or the 2017 hyundai elantra, which one is more reliable? im getting a new car next month and i'm choosing between those two. looking for reliability more than anything else, but i don't really like toyota's otherwise i'd get one. I've heard honda's have always been reliable, and hyundai's used to have a low reliability rate, so i'm really curious about the newer models that i've heard are better.

[@distortion7465]

How come you don’t like Toyotas

[@ric7744]

I have a 2012 Elantra Limited, so far not one single problem, I agree not the sportiest to drive in the world but way better than the civic or Mazda 3 of 2012, this latest Elantra, my parents have a 2017 Elantra Limited and it is so much better than Civic, drove the new Civic and the Civic SI they feel cheap to me and something just doesn't feel right about the car. As far as the Mazda 3 my wife had a 2017 Grand Touring up until a month ago, traded for a fully loaded Kia Niro, which so far it a better car. It was not the greatest car which is why we don't have it anymore. It handled good on twisty roads and had a fair amount of power but ride quality was really poor. You felt every bump, way to sporty for the power it had. Steering was also to stiff for around town driving, they should have made different drive modes, the most annoying thing of the Mazda was, they don't use a Variable displacement A/C compressor, which you can feel it cycling at idle and when driving, even the Civic went to a modern Compressor. I am not giving this review as someone who doesn't like performance cars. The Elantra was my first Automatic and I still have a Jetta Turbo Manual Transmission as my second car and have had many sports cars. I am just saying the Elantra is a better car than the Mazda or Civic. If you want sportier look to the Elantra Sport or the Audi A3 or even the new 2019 Jetta which I have not drove yet, hope to do that soon.

[@toyota420xp]

I think there is a market for cars that are cheaper than the cars that are out today. like small cars that are one step bellow the elantra. kind of like the chevy spark or scion ia but not those specifically something stripped out cheap but with good style and good power trains.

[@petergilbert144]

The 2018 Accent is being completely redesigned inside out and it looks good with some Sonata and Elantra DNA in it.

[@xMeteora__]

Happy 200K

[@billsamson6140]

A lot of these newer cars are coming equipped with manual shifting modes or paddle shifters and you don't really spend touch on them. With the declining options for manual transmissions, can you guys post 5 minute videos where you just focus on manual mode on these cars so we can get a feel of what to expect when the automatic is on the only option .

[@MrCrashBandicoot25]

I have a value edition. I get 30 MPG in the city. I don't drive on freeways, so idk the highway MPG.

[@3656761]

I have a rental and got 56 mpg at 60 mph and 50 mpg at 70 mph and averaged 47.6 mpg with some stop and go. Plenty quick and quiet and feels relaxed at 80 mph when I tried it quickly. Bad....hard cheap plastic on doors and dash, but easy to use controls and easy to read instruments and displays. It handles better than the prettier last generation and better on gas....got 42 mpg with the 2012 version.

[@stevefranklin8052]

3656761 have you ever seen a car with expensive interior plastic?

[@lotterynj]

Fully Loaded Limited with Ultimate Package for son. First car and got it theough Costco Auto program. $22K. Loves it!!

[@MrCrashBandicoot25]

Sweet! I got a '17 Value edition. This car is awesome hehe

[@brotherscro]

Can anyone tell me which is better(sporty) there are 2 types of Elantra engine here in Croatia 1.6 MPi (Petrol) 128BHP and 1.6 CRDi U2 Engine (Diesel) 136 BHP which of those two would accelerate and be faster ive read that diesel engines accelerate slower but can't decide yet

[@zemzemtrades2793]

very good review. Thanks for video.

[@miklrussell1358]

I just bought a 2017 elantra I love it

[@RB-ib6un]

Did anyone else notice he almost smacked that jeep in the beginning of the video? 😂

[@kalaniruiz3065]

Great review :)

[@zorinasilvera6991]

whats the ground clearsnce of elantra and tucson?

[@tedbarrusdeletedvideosx1798]

looks pretty good... i'll wait a year and buy it from hertz rental for $9000

[@nurulazim9244]

or from an independent seller for $7000

[@3811eric]

or buy it brand new!! Glad to pay for it. Much better than any other compacts out there!!

[@3811eric]

or from mama for $6900.. A 1K discount just for the sarcastic and non-American specials...

[@CeeStyleDj]

Report back in a year and see how that works out for you. The better these cars get, the longer they are holding their value.

[@AnthemBassMan]

I'll be buying a 2017 Elantra SE with a few upgrades for $13,880. I was looking at a few 1 and 2 year old used cars until I came across this. Don't need fast anymore, just something with good MPG and reliability.

[@Mark1Mach2]

2017 limited edition is close to 25k and pushing. It's a nice drive though and loaded with features...just not crazy on power.

[@UnitedRecording]

Mark1Mach2 201hp in the Sport model. Has all of those features for 25k. Also available manual. Still has best in class hp

[@jaredlauer5478]

+redline reviews the 2017 has 3 transmission options theirs the 6speed auto 7speed in the eco and only on base models (se) has a 6speed manual

[@theredline]

Correct, we were referring to the Limited trim only as that is limited to just a 6AT.

[@paolofiol9318]

anybody know if their engines are capable of going 200k+ miles like a honda/toyota?

[@thingsofpassionwithrali6259]

Im on 2007 Elantra 1.6 its at 236k kms (146k miles) and still running strong, i have no doubts it will reach 200k miles

[@danicklaliberte572]

@redline yes the New Civic with his turbo engine that let gasoline goes into the oil... I prefere my 2017 Elantra for sure.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Just turned 64.000 miles on my 17. Absolutely 0 problems, 0 issues! Still enjoy driving it.

[@PhoPhucLai02]

What great styling and body style. Should make a Elantra 4WD Turbo Sport.

[@CubanBeastt]

they did say a new elantra sport will be coming later in the year, I think it might be coming with the 1.6 turbo from the veloster.

[@bbokdoong]

Elantra Sport FWD 1.6t with 7 speed DCT, rear independent suspension, sport tuned suspension and sport tuned exhaust is already out in South Korea. Korean auto journalists gave it rave reviews. It hits 0-60 in about 7 secs flat. It is not a Focus ST/VW GTI fighter. But it could be an interesting little car....

[@Abarthar]

I have the 2017 elantra GL on lease for 2 years. My only complaint for this car is the rather weak acceleration. Other than that, I'm happy with the car considering I'm only paying $280 a month for it.

[@MysteriousGeek]

how is road noise compared to civic? Also how are the upgraded speakers?

[@chriscapaccio4342]

24:23 "Muahaheraha"? You have some unique friends. Lol

[@JustinKelly]

Didn't mention the new Elantra Sport coming!!!

[@skypeters3034]

I definitely know that that key is staying in my bag. It’s brown...

[@mjlanglois2]

24:15 should be it's own video :P

[@halopcdraco]

Can you review the 2017 Hyundai Elantra sport with the DCT & Premium Package for Sport please?

[@djkenny1202]

I like the Elantra. But I have to ask, why is it that so many Japanese and American sedans have such subpar outward vision? A Subaru Forester is easy to view every corner. A VW, all of them, easy to see out of. But I have recently rented an Elantra and liked it well, except for the side and back vision. Same with the Ford Fusion, I felt like I was in a bath tub. The Corolla was better, but no match for VW and Subaru for outward vision.

[@peteryang6861]

I am the 2014 elantra limited owner and I want to tell every1 that don't buy hyundai. My car engine broke down at 131k km.And I did my oil change every 5k-6k km. I have all the records. I need to spend 7k+ to get replacement. this is my last hyundai car in my life. good luck every1

[@brendanh3952]

Peter Yang lol. The 2017 is much better. Everybody I know that has Hyundai’s hasn’t had a single issue. Especially my dad. Oil and filter changes every 3k and nothing but that, 60,000 trouble free miles. Too late now, because I know they can make a great car.

[@palebeachbum]

Was the failure related to the engine recall? Their was a manufacturing defect that causes engine failure. Hyundai is covering the repair out of warranty.

[@jakens1]

He never fails to remind me how much he likes Mazda

[@dyrandoms]

and i love it lol

[@geoman798]

Mazda's are really good cars too lol

[@kokopuffs5789]

and Honda's too

[@Yondaily]

+geoman798 who said they weren't lol!

[@madridtillidie]

Well blame Mazda for being awesome

[@jgg204]

the deals on the Elantra right now are insane

[@MrCrashBandicoot25]

Seriously. While I did get a 72-month loan, I pay $177 a month financed for my value edition :o

[@lxmedia3911]

Does the rear seat still feel like sitting on a Styrofoam?