2018 Hyundai Elantra GT

Hatchbacks appear to be hot again, or, at least, hotter than they once were. Naturally, hyundai wants to take advantage of renewed interest in these affordable, practical, and efficient vehicles, and so it has redesigned the Elantra GT for the 2018 model year.

as has been true for years, the Elantra GT is based on a European model called the i30. For 2018, it sits on a more robust architecture, gains a more powerful engine option, and features ride and handling characteristics honed on the rigorous Nurburgring Nordschleife racing course in Germany.

Two versions, the GT and GT Sport, are available. The latter is the one to buy if you enjoy driving.

Powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, a base Elantra GT costs $20,235 after an destination charge when mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, though a 6-speed automatic gearbox can be swapped in for an extra $1,000. meanwhile, the performanceoriented Elantra GT Sport, which is powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI engine, runs $24,135 when paired with a 6-speed manual or $25,235 when equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Changes to the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT:

completely redesigned 5-door hatchback Designed and tuned in Europe, where it is the hyundai i30 Larger inside and out, with cargo space matching crossover SUVS Standard 162-horsepower 4-cylinder engine in GT available 201-horsepower 4-cylinder engine in GT Sport GT Sport also gets independent rear suspension, better brakes, larger wheels and tires Full menu of driving assistance and collision avoidance technologies Latest version of Blue Link infotainment and subscription services, complete with amazon alexa integration

What we think

With good looks, promising power and driving dynamics, a “yuuuuge” interior, and hyundai’s unbeatable warranty and roadside assistance coverage, why wouldn’t you consider the Elantra GT?