Hyundai Elantra review. IS IT BETTER THAN THE CIVIC?
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- The Hyundai Elantra is a compact car with seating for 5-passengers. This new 2017 Hyundai Elantra gets new interior technology and convenience features plus advanced safety features. Styling has been updated for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra making it look in keeping with other Hyundai products. The Elantra uses the same platform as the Kia Forte. This Korean company is building some very good cars but is it better than the award winning Honda Civic?
Competitors to the Hyundai Elantra are the Honda Civic, the Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus, Ford Fiesta, Kia Soul, Nissan Versa, Chevy Sonic, Chevrolet Sonic, Kia Rio, Honda Fit, Honda HR-V, Toyota Yaris, Chevy Spark, Chevrolet Spark, Chevy Cruze, Chevrolet Cruze, also the Kia Forte, VW Jetta, VW Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Golf, Dodge Dart, Hyundai Accent, maybe the Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, Fiat 500, Fiat 500X, Mazda3, Mazda2, Mazda6, Scion iM and Mitsubishi Lancer.
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Zack Spencer
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I love my 2017 elantra. It's smooth it's efficient, the wheel turns so smoothly. I love it. I commute 53 miles going and 53 home and I'm getting 50 mpg on eco mode and I fit 3 car seats
Buying the car just on this comment alone
Does the heating system work in very cold temperatures? I have read some forums where people say the engine doesn't warm up until 20miles of driving.
This design is ahead of its time.
Redline 997 2020 now and the design is bangin. You’re right
I got the 2018 Elantra Limited. Great car. This guy doesn't know what he's talking about. It looks much classier than the Civic. Has all the features that you want. The level of technology is unparalleled in this class of car.
I recently accompanied my daughter to select a new car of her choice where she narrowed it down to either the '17 Honda Civic or '17 Hyundai Elantra. She only possess mere technical awareness of automobiles and like many women is attracted to style, user features and overall comfort of the drive. She first drove the Civic, then the Accord. The Accord was nice, but, just a bit too large for her. Then, she drove the Elantra right after we left the Honda dealership. She immediately felt more comfortable in the Elantra. It was smooth and more roomy and quiet than the Civic. She claimed that the engine in the Civic was noisy whereas the Elantra was whisper quiet and equivalent to that of the Honda Accord.
So, she bought an Elantra Ultimate and is very delighted to have done so.
I think you mean the Limited.
Yes, it's the Limited, then one step up to the 'Ultimate' The last designation shown in the brochure which is with the addition of whatever is left to add-on to the car.
I guess you drive a Ford, Mr. G.....right? *chuckle*
Anyway you take it Folks, if you go the current 2017 Consumer Reorts Car mag the Elantra is pegged 'Highly Recomended'.
..............'doasyouwouldbedoneby'............
Rooster 4U how’s the realizability? And MPG?
Your daughter made a good choice. I love my Elantra too and I really enjoy driving it.
My parents just bought me this car. OMG I LOVE IT. so beautiful!!!!!
Jay Lucky you you have parents that can afford it.
Your review on this car is great, it helps me figured out so many things on the car without reading the car's functionality book. Just got one today and I love it man
I bought a New 2018 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition today (11/2/2018). Great car, great value, great warranty... Can't beat it.
Lol, salty Honda drivers in here. If you know your car is so good, why feel the need to be a keyboard warrior about it? Elantra is an awesome car.
😂😂😂😂😂
just recently I bought a basic SE Elantra, 2017 for less than $11,000. There are a lot of fantastic cars in this compact class including the Civics and Corolla, but all I wanted was a no frills, late model basic commuter for a great price, and the Elantra fit the bill perfectly and I love it!
How many miles were on it when you bought it?
@Angryperson I bought the 2018 for $18k and 75k miles 😔
@@derranlawston4052 where do you live that it was that expensive? I got my 2018 SEL with 18k miles for 11k
@@CR_ferPsn that’s a whole 7k cheaper and had less miles!!
@@CR_ferPsn sorry I misunderstood your message. I live in AZ 😔 buying a car is crazy expensive rn bc of current events. When did u get ur car?
Don't forget the Elantra also won North American car of the year as well.
And it doesn't have the engine issues/recalls that plague the new Civic and Honda products in general recently across their lineup.
+Herc Zeus The Civic should be dethroned of its car of the year award due to such a debacle.
+Kyle Morton If you check on the internet, search for engine block coolant leak on the Honda Civic, may be that will change your mind. My personal advice is to lease don't buy!
+Dominic Fong says the non honda owner, buy one and you'll be amazed. I use to be the biggest Honda hater, I feel like a fool now.
in 2012
Dominic Fong I see like Toyota with their water pump problems.
Love my 2018 Elantra SEL overall. It looks and feels more upscale than one might expect for the price, but still embodies all the virtues of an economy car, such as ease of parking and low running costs. It's hard to expect more than this for under $20k and I think the Elantra has the competition beat in a lot of ways.
i love corrolla,elantra and civic.All of these cars are amazing
Excellent! He explained everything so well. Someone should hire him to do this. Editing is pretty good too.
Priscilla Ann he is one of the best not an average guy just talking cars. he 8 hired.
Great information! Thank you for sharing!
I just bought a 2018 Elantra, and it does have Apple/Android car play. It's a great car!
Brown Eyed Girl thats a 2017 Hyundai Elantra in this video
I own 2 Elantras 1- 2011 & a 2017 both great cars!
Better than Civic especially being sold at a lower price !
I would take the Elantra over the civic any day.
USFanlovesjiwoo Right!💯
Why?
I told my friend this
Note: The 7" screen version ALSO has Android Auto (and Bluetooth, of course).
good review , i'm gonna subscribe
Looking forward to your review of the Hyundai Ioniq Electric.
Got mine today !! Black color GL edition
I have an Elantra and love the car. The suspension might not be as good as the civic but it is fine for me with everyday commuter driving. Overall I love everything about the Elantra and IMO you get a lot of bang for your buck. I love the way it looks too and it is very spacious for a compact sedan. I also like the way it handles.
Hi thanks for the review on Elantra. I am thinking to buy new vehicle next month and have 2 options civic or Jetta. Will you please do a review on 2016 Altima also. Thanks
First to comment on the 2017 Elantra in 2017! Happy new year.
I am six two and drive my Elantra 2017 as Uber over weekends. It is a very comfortable ride. At times I am in stop-start traffic for hours. Though it is not great on fuel.
5 years old already wow time flies
love the videos. Question for the Q&A videos. which company offers the best value in canada (vancouver resident), specifically looking at base engine models VW jetta trendline+1.4tsi, 2.0 civic EX... or is it worth getting the EX-T with price premium
both the jetta and civic ex-t are ten steps above this car , but in the same price range.
Love the reviews man, but just wanted to reach out about one thing.
You've said on multiple reviews that Honda Sensing is a more sophisticated technology than BSM.
I think a lot of people out there would disagree.
Having a video feed of your blindspot makes you the decision maker as to whether there is enough room or not.
Your BSM lights up when there isn't enough room, and is dimmed when there is.
Which is the better/more advanced solution?
wonder full simple design
I like my 2014 Elantra GT. It works very well. The big issue I have with it is the Torsion Beam suspension as opposed to independent rear suspension. The ride is very choppy and it does not inspire confidence. The car drives fine on smooth surfaces but it's awful when the road surface is imperfect
FYI - Hyundai XG350s had the easy entry-exit feature way back in the early 2000s. Not sure if that was available in Canada though.
We just bought a 2018 Elantra SEL and we love it. It has great safety features, for the price we paid. We actually like the understated look but classy features, in our opinion the Elantra SEL trim has. We got a great buy because we bought last year's model as a certified pre-owned owned vehicle with original warranty still on the car. Depending on the mileage already on the car will determine how many miles are still on the warranty. Of course, a CPO car only a year or two old will be like brand new.
nice video
That's a good looking car in that red color.
Did not age well lol. I own a 2015. Still get compliments on the cars looks.
Harriscandoit ... 2015 is 1 yr ago ... 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Harriscandoit I have a 2011 Tucson and still get compliments
I have a 2016. The 2017 got a bit too conservative. Also ,all the 2011 to 2016 had four-wheel disc brakes. You now have to upgrade to get four-wheel discs on the 2017.
I have a 2017 limited edition and I love it. But I dont have the memory seat, lane keep assist, or heated steering wheel.
got flashbacks to the Seinfeld episode when Jerry buys a car with "memory seats" to his father.
What's Dagmar up to these days?
Like both cars. Bought my first Hyundai on 2/17/18. With the $2500 rebate for this month, walked out with a 2018 Elantra Value for $17, 700 plus tax (with over $400 in additional options included). With the options you get with the Value, you can't beat it. This is the first car that I've bought for under 20K, and I am appreciating it greatly. One note, happy that the CVT is in my wife's CR-V and not in this car.
Hyundai the best!!!
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Yes, absolutely this elentra is better than 7. generation civic.
i just wish Elantra there's a Drive Sports on my 2012 model Mode as well.
I m confused. I want to choose any one among these 2 but I get attracted by both. My 1st preferences are space ( cuzz I m 2 tall), reliability and I would buy only the petrol version...pls help me out
Thts me or its Bryce from 13 reasons why reviewing a Elantra hahaha
between a 2015 honda accord or the 2017 hyundai elantra, which one is more reliable? im getting a new car next month and i'm choosing between those two. looking for reliability more than anything else, but i don't really like toyota's otherwise i'd get one. I've heard honda's have always been reliable, and hyundai's used to have a low reliability rate, so i'm really curious about the newer models that i've heard are better.
how about dct (double clutch)7 speed transmission?it s sold here in turkey with that one and ,thanks to government taxes it costs you 22k$...
Hi Zack nice video!Is this your wife on a video?
ELANTRA LIMITED
2017 Hyundai Elantra review.IT IS BETTER THAN THE CIVIC.
Do you still feel like that now ?
The Kia Forte SX has had these kinds of amenities (heater rear seats, memory seats, etc.) for years now. I also think he said "Civic" more times than he said "Elantra".
I'm surprised Hyundai didn't offer a more powerful engine in its Ultimate trim. For $30K, the equivalent Civic and Mazda3 trims offer peppier engines with better fuel economy.
+Varekai0723 He was obviously showing his bias I believe as well. I mean the title of the video was the indicator begin with. And the constant name dropping of Civic too in order to crush a Elantra positive.
+Varekai0723 Hyundai is coming out with a sport elantra that will have close to 200hp. I forgot which reviewer I heard that from, but that will be coming very soon.
+Antwon Powell that's true , it's Elantra N with 240hp engine .
+Amin AL-Shaweesh Nah, N will compete with like M division or AMG. 240hp engine sounds a bit less. Hyundai already launched Elantra sport in Korea(Well, we call it Avente sport anyway), it has independent suspension, 1.6 liter turbocharged engine.(same as veloster turbo) I kinda liked the brand new elantra, so I'm expecting what they have done. But I don't think that this n/a engine version actually can compete with brand new civic. (It's much more nicer if you compare to old one, but it doesn't compete with old model obviously.)
I saw the Elantra sport yesterday , yes the engine same as Veloster's engine but with dual clutch 7 speeds transmission .
Hyundai can't compete M or AMG with N engines but it's the beginning .
when civic went to cvt - i was like "meh" on civic.
Torsion bar? What year is it?
Excellent review but two suggestions:
Add more information on the engine. Like a pop box, not only for the HP, but torque at what rpm's.
Second, I know the show is made in Canada for the Canadian market, but since 99% of the cars reviewed also sell in the US, could you please add as a pop box the Mpg in addition to the KM/L?
Thank you
+cassmanio a drop box for mpg wouldn't do you much good. A gallon (Imperial) in Canada is larger than a gallon in the US, so our mpg's would be higher. You are better off googling a site to convert km/L to US mpg.
what cars like these are the best for the buget of 20.000€
EURO Crash Test results : Hyundai Elantra 2017---> 5 stars vs. Honda Civic 2017 ---> 4 stars.
you do know the seats feature has been around for some time and it's also on the kia's not new tech.
In my opinion, you take any vehicle with a rear torsion beam suspension, take out 4 pounds of air out of the rear tires will make it immediately feel like an independent suspension with that firmly planted feeling around the corners..
I just bought one..great car..SPORT -ECO
do you still like it ? Im considering this, the Civic or the Corolla. Had a Mazda previously.
Yeah I like it and my 100,000 mi. warranty is a good net also
PhenomaRon Tx for replying. Getting mine next month.
Looks nice, but I am thinking the Civic would still be the better overall choice, especially if engine/drivetrain is a priority for you. I am interested in seeing the new Civic SI, and the Elantra Sport whenever they come out. Then make a comparison of those two cars. I would also put the 2017 Kia Forte 5 sx in that mix.
I can't wait till the new Cruze comes out and have a comparison video.
+keri “KJ” ellerbe cruzes are a 15 minutes of fame kind of car, they were neat on release now their cheap and terrible resale and quality in long term.
Austin Clark The new one ain't out yet so that's the one I'm waiting on...The old one is well old but it's still a good car just outdated...
If you seen the Elantra sport, you know why Hyundai is getting better
I got a Elantra ad competing it to the civic
aren't you supposed to be in Canada?
Another good review. The only gripe I would have are the comments on suspension. I would guess that at least 90% of people wouldn't be able tell between an independent suspension and a torsion etc. That should not be focussed on to determine on purchasing the car. Now if the ride is downright harsh, then yes mention that. But handling?
28000 for an elantra top end model. You have lost your mind if you buy that!
+Ladybug Adventures It is crucial that we hear about the car's negative aspects. When I find a review that just gushes about a product like it is the second coming, whatever that is, I question the reviewers motives. Did the guy just do half a job? Did he forget to finish the review? Is it a review at all, or something more sinister? Questions to ponder. This car does not seem that good to me and I agree that it is drastically overpriced.
elantra track car 🤣
Ladybug Adventures щ
Ladybug Adventures I ended up buying the 2017 Limited Ultimate package used for under $15k. I’d say it’s the best value in this segment and one of the few without a CVT even if you buy new. The higher trim level Honda’s are at the same price but you don’t get near the dealer incentives Hyundai is offering. There is a value in choosing the Hyundai over its competition at this time. Honda is offering some leading tech in their cars, but it was hard for me to justify the extra $4K over the Elantra Ultimate.
Imagine funding law wet closer base prescription wing.
I own a 2017 Elantra. They have a 2.0 Atkinson cycle variant of the Nu engine. Mine, and according to many reports the dealer told me they get, is they make a loud ticking/tapping noise when cold. It sounds like a diesel. Dealer reported Hyundai said it was normal because the metal shrinks in cold weather and there is no need to look into the issue further. They further recommended I bring the engine and transmission to operating temperature before driving. I am not sure why they would recommend this since this requirement it is not listed in the owner's manual. The owner's manual only states that engine speed should be kept "moderate" until the engine reaches operating temperature. I have never ever had a car do this in cold weather and I have had my fair share of junkers. I think there is a real safety issue here that Hyundai is ignoring. Are they engineering piston slap into their engines causing them to wear out early and suddenly which can happen while in motion which can lead to a dangerous situation like stalling or power loss on the road. It seems Hyundai in Canada acknowledged this with a recall for an issue with the EXACT same issues on the Nu engine but for some reason failed to take action in the US even though all the engines came from the same plant. That recall was for ill fitting pistons in the cylinder causing knock when the engine was cold. This caused damage that required the engine to be replaced. It seems this issue is continuing on these latest iterations of the Nu engine and Hyundai is continuing to ignore them and blaming the customer about them. Hyundai needs to be held accountable for their product and address/correct any safety issues world wide and not in just one country.
I have the 2004 Hyundai Elentra automatic
Twitch Vexx 230,000 on my GLS Elentra, great car !
Wish you'd review the GL trim, what most people will buy. $6000 more for your Limited version Zach!
The way you said Elantra and TrAnsmission, oh boy
The all new Eeeelaaaaantra
I wished the Honda had blind spot detection rear cross traffic alert memory seats and a heated steering wheel
heated steering wheel ??? Im up north and I dont even understand why its available.
dude if you had poor circulation you'd even wish for heated pedals
Didier Molar
oh sorry to hear that :(
***** Yep it's summer but my hands and feet are still cold and painful so i put them in hot water every now and then. it hurts so much to hold the wheel first thing during winter mornings. also if i fold an arm and sleep, i wake up because blood stops flowing and can't move it for 20 seconds, it's that bad
Elantra has problem with intertaiment electronic.
elantra is soooooooooooooooo good
I have a 2017 much better than the 2011 i own
I own a 2015, can not adjust rear wheels. So I'm replacing the rear tires about every 8 or 9 thousand KMS!!!
looks impressive if you look back the Elantra has come long way it was never sporty just plain but i say hey looks great but Honda has perfomance
in America is what think?
i doubt on long term reliability but it's really a deal if you want more features for less
Lol long term reliability will be great. It has a 2.0L naturally aspirated engines which is port injected & a timing chain. Not this bs GDI turbo charged engines you find on everything else that wears down so fast. This engine is built for reliability.
how much money are the cars ?
Suspension can cheaply upgrade to KYB...KYB definitely provided good performance than Oem...
Yes
I have a 2016 GT and I love it except one very annoying thing, I live in Quebec and Hyundai added a light and a buzzer so as soon as the temperature goes under 5C it buzz and the light goes on, it's appen 5 month a year ! No way to remove this damn thing...
what a shame the civic and corolla went with CVT transmissions .
Marktuyet yes it will come back to bite them in the end, when people are going to be hit with 10.000 dollar replacement quotes. 2nd owners of cvt cars are going to be screwed. people don't buy used cvt cars ! these transmissions don't last like automatics, and cost almost 3 times as much to replace.
Last year I bought a 2017 Elantra Limited ( it says it's Limited but it's missing some features that I doubt would have been opted out of) and traded in my 2018 Soul Ex+. The Elantra is nice but isn't comfortable for long drives and the Eco mode makes it feel very sluggish and doesn't help very much with fuel economy. I don't hate the car but I miss my Soul.
I don't think it beats the Civic (Elantras won Car of the year in previous years though) but more competition is always good.
They took the last models unique swoopiness away and replaced it with...Generic Car™
Agreed! My parents were trying to get me the new 2018 hyundai elantra and I didn't want it. I told them I wanted the 2016. They didn't understand why I wanted the 2018 over an older version until they actually looked at the cars and then came to crashing epiphany how much better the 2011-16 is than the 2017-18
As mentioned at 5:00 = There are a lot of people who like the good old-fashioned automatic transmissions with gears instead of a CVT, and that means that for an 'ASIAN-DESIGN' economy car you have the choice of the Elantra or the Mazda3. If you want a conventional looking radio, with the controls on the dash, then your ONLY CHOICE is the Elantra.
+Honesty Counts It will be a cold day in Hell when I but a car solely because it has controls on the radio!
This car looks like the Ford Focus & Chevy Cruze got blended together.
my mother has a chisled look
You just called it Compact?!
why does the front look like a Ford fusion/jaguar but yet it's a Hyundai? I dnt get it lol..
I think it's a perfectly handsome car. I love Honda, but I think this Elantra is a way better looking car, and I feel it has the mechanicals to rival it, too. Hyundai has come a long way.
Did Hyundai fix fishtailing??
the 7" screen has android auto too ...
What kind of transmission does this car has? 😐
The rear doors of all Civics except the Touring model also have hard plastic. It looks like the soft plastic that's in the front but one touch will show how they even fooled you!
+Steve W I own a Touring, they're hard plastic in the rear on all trims. Not a deal breaker to me.
+Dickerdoodles Not in the one that I drove . It was one of the first U.S. models delivered and maybe it has since been cheapened. Is yours a U.S. spec?
Yep, mine is. Manufactured in Indiana, bought in Virginia a week before Christmas. You're talking about the upper portion of the rear doors, right? If so, sad that Honda cheapened out.
I would go with civic or mazda but the exclusive dealers for them are very weak . one service center for honda and 3 for mazda in a city the contains 3 million people live in
One advantage the new Elantra has over the Civic is the passenger seat is height adjustable standard. The Civic front passenger seat is too low and not height adjustable at any cost. I think I like the back seat in the Civic better though due the more reclined seatback angle. I rented an Elantra years ago (2000) and was expecting a piece of crap and instead I was extremely impressed.
+tastyorange Very true! I test drove both the new Civic and new Elantra and based on that feature alone I purchased the Elantra. I'm 5'8 which is pretty tall and my boyfriend is 6 feet and we both thought that both front seats on the Civic were too low and there was no way to raise them :( Both front seats on the Elantra can be raised really high to get a perfect view of the road. Sold! I think Honda aimed the new Civic to people in their 20's who like that sporty low sitting front seats...we are in our 30's and hated those seats.
+Cindy Miller Height sdjustment is easily made on the Civic Touring Driver’s seat (didn’t check the 4 way passenger’s seat)
Can someone explain me in layman terms what CVT and Dual Clutch transmission is? I looked it up but I don't get it at all.
+A Freethinker in laymans terms: A CVT transfers power from the engine to the wheels via a transmission that has no metal gears. Instead a CVT connects two pulleys by a belt (like a big rubber band) and is known for reliability problems and feels like the transmission is slipping. It is not a rubber band obviously it is made out of some synthetic rubber/flexible belt material.
+A Freethinker CVT drives like train. It is computerized train transmission that drive like gear-less. It basically saves the rev for quick acceleration starter and save a lot of gas. Dual Clutch transmission drives like traditional gear and very reliable. CVT has been marred with controversies. Google people complaint about CVT experience. It is new and unreliable. Subscribe 7 years of cvt warranty extra just to be safe if you are planning to buy Honda, Nissan or Subaru.
+Mid South Auto Loans And the Dual clutch works like ...?
Only serious complaint is your claim on the aging of the old body design. It was sharp and rounded at the same time. The new body is more boxy and loss some of the sharp lines. The back especially looks worse. Not a fan. In my opinion the 2015 year was the best looking Elantra made.