Our version of the i30 will include a Sport model with independent rear suspension, 201 HP 1.6 turbo and available 6 speed manual or DCT. The base 2.0 will offer the manual as well. I wish the car looked a little edgier but overall it's quite a nice package. - Mitch
From Car and Driver:
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In its most recent comparison test, we called the new Hyundai Elantra sedan “arguably the best-looking vehicle the company has ever offered for sale.” That argument is about to get tougher with the arrival of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT, a hatchback version plucked from the automaker’s European division that serves up clean lines and attractive detailing. Combine the sharp styling with an available 201-hp turbocharged four-cylinder (and a standard six-speed manual transmission), and this new Hyundai has the potential to be a formidable challenger to segment favorite hatchbacks such as the Honda Civic and the Volkswagen Golf.
Like the outgoing Elantra GT hatch, the new model is essentially identical to the Europe-market Hyundai i30. That means it’s not a hatchback version of the U.S.-market Elantra sedan, and instead it rides on a different architecture; the relationship is similar to that between the VW Golf and Jetta. The Elantra GT’s wheelbase is two inches shorter than the Elantra sedan’s, for instance, which puts the Hyundai right between the Golf and Civic hatches.
The Elantra GT’s base four-cylinder displaces 2.0 liters, like the sedan’s standard engine, but different tuning results in 162 horsepower versus the sedan’s 147. Both six-speed manual and six-speed automatic transmissions are offered with this naturally aspirated engine. Things get more interesting in the Elantra GT Sport, which packs the Elantra Sport sedan’s turbocharged 1.6-liter four making 201 horses and 195 lb-ft of torque. Here, too, a six-speed manual comes standard, while the optional automatic is a seven-speed dual-clutch unit. All Elantras are front-wheel drive.
As in the Sport sedan, the GT Sport swaps out the standard torsion-beam rear suspension for an independent multilink setup. Eighteen-inch wheels and larger brakes round out the changes to the performance-oriented model.
No matter the trim level, the Elantra GT’s interior looks upscale and sensibly laid out, with a dashboard design noticeably different from the sedan’s. An 8.0-inch display screen comes standard and offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality along with an updated version of Hyundai’s Blue Link infotainment software.
As with any hatchback, cargo-carrying practicality is an important consideration. The Elantra GT’s cargo hold boasts 25 cubic feet of space, which is between the Golf’s 23 and the Civic hatchback’s 26. With the 60/40 split rear seats folded, the Elantra provides 55 cubic feet of space, beating out both of those rivals (the Honda provides 46, while the Golf has 53).
The 2018 Elantra GT will reach dealerships this summer and is likely to be priced starting around $20,000. That’s higher than the Elantra sedan’s $17,985 base price, but the GT will try to justify its higher price using its enhanced practicality and style.
Hi, newbie here. Newbie with Hyundai too, only 5k into my '13 Elantra GT. [Now I know when it says I get 40+ MPG it's more like 37! But that's not what I'm writing about.] I've seen a similar year GT with a rear bumper scuff guard that looks like what's shown in this ebay listing (which is actually for the SS stick-on for the hatch) but don't know where to find that bumper part: http://www.ebay.com/itm/271632140460 I can find stick-on bits that don't cover the hand-well and don't extend beyond the flat over the lip, but would prefer the one in the picture. Any ideas? Thanx in advanx.
Hey guys, fell off the forum wagon for a bit but I've recently got a second wind for mods, upgrades, etc.
I traded in my old 2011 gls for a new Santa Fe sport for my wife, in turn acquiring her 2013 GT.
I really love the way this thing looks and have already let my inner love for tuners begin to shine once again. Did a few simple customization things this weekend like trim, emblems, partial de-badging and taillight tinting.
However the major cringe worthy details that need fixing asap is the massive crack and missing reflector on the rear bumper as well as the front grill crack and partially popped out fog light that she left me with. Could anyone point me in the right direction for some diy tips on removing these?
I would also like to eventually work on the interior trim, does anyone know it this is removable? It seems like it won't pop off like many other cars and I don't want to go prying into it without knowing.
Whenever I shift at 5.5-6+ Rs I hear a whistle/squeaky exhale. Almost like the world's smallest blow off valve. Hats up with this? Is it normal I hope. New driving the gt, didn't notice this with my 2011
This should give us an idea of what the next GT hatch will look like. It's much more sophisticated looking than the current gen. Great looking hatch. I love the interior!
Today my wife and I went to Liberty Hyundai in Mahwah, NJ to test drive a new 2016 Elantra GT. I dropped in yesterday and made an appointment for a test drive with the salesman, Ray.
The car was ready and poised to roll right out the apron to the state highway. I stepped on the gas and a rhythmic wobble shook the car. The engine, which sounded louder than I had expected, had dropped itself into a low gear and was winding its guts out. The wobble didn't subside until I removed my foot from the pedal. The car then drove OK. We scooted about the windy roads of the Ramapo River Valley.
My wife took the wheel and she experienced the exact same wobble upon accelerating onto the same highway in an unrushed situation. I will extend to the car the assumption that my horrific downshift was, possibly, exacerbated by the car being cold. Neither me nor my wife experienced such a rowdy downshift after the first one. I also assume we learned instantly not to slam the pedal hard. Neither one of us is a harsh driver.
The salesman suggested that the tires had developed flat spots during their time on the lot. When my wife's wobble came 'round I suggested that the tires had had time to heat up.
We said thanks to the clean cut lad and left.
The test drives of both Mazda3iTourings (2 dealerships) went much better.
A wise man (Mitch-the founder of this board) mentioned to me that the next generation of the Elantra GT will be based on the i30 platform and will be better and likely worth the wait. We need a car kinda soon. If the buyer of our 2005 Saab 9-5 Aero wagon backs out of the sale (60 hours from now) I'll consider putting the purchase on hold.
Hyundai has released the 2017 Elantra Sedan, but I've heard nothing about the GT. I've gone on internet searches, and haven't been able to find anything. Is my 2016 GT the last of the breed?
I am new to the forums and recently (last week) bought my first Hyundai. It's a Galactic Gray 2016 Elantra GT. It has the elcheapo radio with the BlueLink system. I plan on replacing that radio with a techie android radio.
It doesn't have a backup camera, but I have plans to install one as this has become a necessity today. I think I'll also take a look at the location where the camera should be (its hidden from view) to see if its there or not and maybe just not hooked up. I'll update the post either way.
I have kids with lots of tech gadgets and they are always in the need of a charge and are always fighting over auxiliary ports so I'll also install a 4 port USB charging station. I'll probably install somewhere in the center console area... not sure yet. When I figure out where I'll post more.
I'll add some pics and maybe a video of the install so anyone who is wondering can see how someone else did it.
I've decided to try out a K&N air filter element on my 2016 GT. I like the fact that it's reusable, so that cuts down on the cost of replacement filters every 25K or so. I ordered one from their website store, and it comes with free shipping. Neat. Are any of you members using a K&N element on your car? Notice any power increases?
I got my Elantra GT floor mats today from Hyundai parts at the dealer where I bought the car. They were expensive, but they definitely give the interior a classy look. They have Elantra GT in bold script toward the seats.
I'm trying to replace my driver side fender (wifey backed into my car with hers) but I'm having real trouble trying to get the headlight out of the way so that I can get to a couple of the bolts holding the fender in place.
I noticed a dent in the rear passenger side door last week. Just pushed in, no scratches, and I'm hoping I can just pull it out. Then looking closer at the door, I noticed the bottom edge is rusting. The other side is too, but not as much.
I figured I will run this by the dealer, as the car is going in for a steering recall. The dealer has repaired the rear hatch for rust last year, no charge, as we had the car rustproofed from the dealer/Hyundai. They had one look at the car, saw the dent, and said this car has been hit. Now I know this dent just happened last week, and the rust has been there for some time. Plus it's rusting on the other side, same area. 52,000 kms on her, 2012 Touring.
The service manager has taken pictures, and a report, and has to send it off to Hyundai for approval for repair. I should know in about a week. Sure hope they are going to fix this, or it'll hurt the way I feel about dealing with them.
Any other FD 2009~2012 Elantra owners getting rust?
Hello everyone I have joined here to learn from anyone here things I might not know about my Elantra GT ...I purchased my car 9/01 so is pretty brand new even though I been very disappointing with the dealer. The day I got the car I noticed it had the paint cheeped on the rear bumper. As it supposed to be a new car I took back and they were going to fix it. I get it back the next day and bumper color does not match(mine is white), the bumper had more of a yellow under tone. I took it back so currently I have no car and I am so worried the bumper will not match
Just picked up our new 2012 Touring yesterday. When I first looked in the hatch of one at the dealership, the rear seats were folded down, and with the added cargo area it looked huge. I kept the rubber trunk liner from our 2004 GT, hoping to use it in our Touring if it fit OK. Well it turns out I'm going to have to trim it to fit. The 2004 GT had a larger floor area, with the seats up, than our 2012 Touring does. Will need to trim about 6 inches off the front end of the rubber liner, and a little on the rear sides. Now I'm sure overall volume is more in the Touring, as it should have more "head room".
In the Touring brochure, it states the Touring's interior volume is 3,555 litres. I guess this must be total volume.
Anyone know the 2004 GTs interior volume, or other trunk space specs for the different models?
After being a dedicated 3-box sedan owner my full driving life, I've turned over a new leaf and am looking at wagon-type vehicles. They can call them SUVs or whatever, but IMO most of these vehicles are replacements for the Country Squire set of decades back. So...I drove a Soul a week or so back. Amazing space in there, a big "trunk" and lots of rear seat room. Rode a bit choppy, I'm sure the mandatory 18s didn't help much.
With a friend on another site looking for an HHR replacement, I started fishing around. KIA's website has an excellent "compare vehicles" function so I went looking around for similar vehicles. Then I remembered the Hyundai Touring. It's very close to the HHR regarding interior room and overall size.
It gets good grades from the testers, at www.Fuelly.com it gets similar MPGs to my Spectra. As it should, given the same drivetrains.
How are you Touring drivers liking your vehicles? What are the strengths and weaknesses? Thanks for any comments.
I haven't driven an Elantra since my brother totaled my 06' GT in 2012. I remember the Elantra GT as being one of the most comfortable economy sedans I've ever had the pleasure of driving.
I just recently drove the 2014 Elantra sedan via Zipcar on a business trip to Philadelphia. The Elantra comfort factor has really slid downhill. The seats are now unbearable. In addition to being rock hard. They have two ridges in the side that are in the wrong place and poke me in the back. The seats also put you super low in the car making visibility poor and the arm rest is all the way back meaning I had to hang onto the steering wheel with both hands.
I have another Zipcar 5 day trip planned for next week in Los Angeles, but someone got into an accident with the car I chose and now I'm stuck with another Elantra. The Elantra was so bad on my last trip that I am actually considering upgrading to a Caddilac STS for $100 more to avoid the pain.
What the hell happened? Elantra used to be awesome. It's a disgrace!
Since I bought my 2011 Elantra touring I have found it quite noisy. I can hardly speak with my wife when driving in the rain and music needs to be loud for me to hear any words. The noise seems to be a good mix of engine (3200rpm at 118 km/h(73mph)), wind noise and tire noise
This morning I downloaded a decibel meter on my iphone and measured on my way to work with no talking and no radio I got an average of 77db on streets and 80db on the highway at 118km/h(73mph)
Well, I guess it is a good thing the days of the drive in theatres are dead. Is this is a thing with newer cars these days? Not being able to sit in the car listening to the radio with the engine off for more than 5 mins without it telling you every 5 mins thereafter to start the engine to avoid battery drain? Annoying, that's what that is! lol
I'm sorry but this pic drives one thing home... the back end of this is way too tall, way too boxy/bulky looking. They should have brought the hatch over instead. Oh well. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice vehicle, just not my taste.
So I've had the GT for over 2 years and have put about 40k miles on her thus far. When I first got her it was rare to ever get a tank under 30 MPG's and when I mixed in a long highway trip it was more in the mid 30's and even got in the upper 30's occasionally.
So earlier this year I decided to switch out the stock wheels and tires after hitting a pot hole (see here). I put on 17x7.5" Konig Crown wheels and 225/45/17 Kumho Ecsta 4X tires. I've been very happy with the increased performance and looks, but ran into a somewhat unexpected result. My fuel efficiency has dropped considerably.
With slightly wider wheels and stickier tires I guess I expected a slight drop, but the wheels are lighter so I assumed there wouldn't be too much. Well, on my normal commute my average has dropped to 27-28MPG's. On longer highway trips I barely get over 30 MPG's now.
So is it the slightly wider tires combined with a stickier tread that is giving me a good 15% drop in fuel efficiency? Does that sound reasonable? I still love the wheels and tires, but am just surprised at the considerable drop I am noticing.
As an FYI, my commute/driving habits haven't changed and I've given it an extended period to make sure my sample size wasn't too small. At this point, looks like it is what it is, but just curious to get others input.
I've also taken a few trips up to PA both before switching and after switching the wheels. Before I got about 36 MPG, and after I couldn't even get 30 MPG's on some tanks.
Ok, yeah it's not a production car but something being done for the SEMA show.
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BISIMOTO ENGINEERING BUILDS 600+ HP HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT CONCEPT FOR 2012 SEMA SHOW
COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 22, 2012 – Hyundai teamed up with California-based tuner, Bisimoto Engineering, to develop a one-of-a kind SEMA show car. In the Elantra GT's first concept appearance at SEMA, Bisimoto gave the car a complete re-working with an emphasis on outrageous performance gains. Starting with forged Arias pistons, Bisimoto con-rods and Turbonetics turbocharger, AEM water-methanol injection and Bisimoto high-pressure injectors, the Bisimoto Elantra GT is one of the highest specific-output Hyundais ever created, muscling 600+ horsepower out of the 1.8-liter "Nu" engine family powerplant. This concept will be unveiled at the 2012 SEMA Show with a variety of other Veloster and Genesis Coupes under the Hyundai banner.
"At Bisimoto Engineering, we strive to deliver the most performance wrapped up in the most unexpected packages," said Hedi Kim, Vice President, Sales Marketing, Bisimoto Engineering. "When the Elantra GT was introduced by Hyundai, we knew it would be a perfect platform for us to showcase our tuning prowess. With our experience in forced induction and small-displacement engines, we focused on raw horsepower with this SEMA concept. We think the final product is a great example of just what can be achieved with turbocharging and engine tuning in the present day."
Besides the engine upgrades, the Bisimoto Elantra GT hosts an extensive list of interior and exterior modifications. Building upon European design cues, the Elantra GT adds an ARK custom body kit, a JFN full roll cage, Bisimoto racing seats and harnesses, and custom interior. This concept is an assault on the senses that promises to be a must-see at this year's SEMA show. The comprehensive list of Bisimoto enhancements includes:
Powertrain Modifications
Bisimoto-built 1.8L "NU" family Hyundai engine Bisimoto steel rods, turbo kit, intake gasket, injectors, and web level 2.4 camshafts Arias forged pistons AEM Series 2 EMS, and smart IGBT coils MSD coil wires NGK Iridium spark plugs PurOl Oils Bisimoto/Turbonetics BTX6462 turbocharger, blow-off, wastegate Spearco intercooler Golden Eagle sleeved block, and intake manifold Griffin Radiator Supertech valvetrain Vibrant Vanjen clamps and stainless hardware AEM water-methanol kit AEM 320lph fuel pump ARP head, main, and wheel studs Portflow custom headwork VP Streetblaze 100 fuel Kinsler fuel filters
Chassis/Suspension Modifications
JNF roll cage Progress coilover suspension and sway bar Buddy Club P1 Racing SF Challenge Wheels, 18x8.5 Bisimoto-spec Action 2MS Clutch
Exterior Modifications
Gatorwrap custom laminated body wrap Type 2 graphics ARK body kit Denmatic design scheme Bisimoto Extreme Dimensions hood and aero upgrades Burns Stainless muffler and hardware
Just picked up our 2012 Touring a few weeks ago. Loving the ride, the space and visability. Great mirrors and large windows sure makes it easy to see whats around you. Test rode the Accent Hatch and found the rear window small on it. The hood slopes down a fair bit and you can barely see it compared to the '04 GT we had.
Mods wish list: Tinted windows Rims and tires. Front and rear spoilers. Some sort of body side striping, maybe following the lower door crease swooping up and back....
hahah they were replacing the dash because of a small blemish....looks like a fun job doesnt it?? i have done a couple elantra ones but sonata and azera dashes are a PITA.
This prototype is an i30 (our GT) fitted with the suspension and 18" wheels from the Kia Pro-Cee'd GT. With those dual exhausts it also appears that this car has the 1.6 turbo with 201 hp. Sign me up!
Well 2 years ago I was still at the dealership on Labor day working out the final details on my then new '13 GT. I have put nearly 37k miles on the clock since then and am still enjoying the vehicle.
It is comfortable, sporty but still classy, and the pano roof is still one of my favorite features. I use the nav quite often though my only gripe with it is that it speaks too damn much! Seriously everything it announces it says one too many times. Small gripe compared to the many other features I enjoy about the car though!
Well anyways, I bought this car with the thought that when my son learns to drive he could learn on it. That is still the plan, though I've got another 3 years until he can get his permit.
The best part is the car pays me to drive it. Quite literally as I still get reimbursements from Hyundai for the mileage understatement.
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