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The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is full of excellent features for a value-conscious price. Is it the right sedan for you?
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What’s New for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is the year that Hyundai dropped the manual transmission on the SE and Sport. So sad. But we know the general consumers no longer want to shift on their own, so Hyundai had wanted to cut their losses. And honestly, with CVTs and automatic transmission doing so well on gas mileage, there’s no longer a gas mileage benefit. Since few drivers now know how to use a clutch, maybe automakers should sell consumers on a 6-speed manual transmission as an anti-theft device.
The manual isn’t the only transmission replaced. Hyundai also got rid of the six-speed auto transmission with a CVT in the Elantra SE, SEL, Value Edition, and Limited. Hyundai calls theirs an IVT, but they increase gas mileage by two or more mpg, have less weight, and begin to “shift” more like a standard automatic.
Although the 2020 Hyundai Elantra still has a 4-star safety rating, Hyundai does provide standard lane-keeping assist and automated emergency braking for the first time on every Elantra. The IIHS also gave it a Top Safety Pick award, so you can trust there’s good protection around you on the highway.
The Breakdown
Excellent standard feature list
Outstanding gas mileage
Still one of the best warranties
Powerful available turbo 4-cylinder
Cheap feeling interior plastics
Very average handling
2020 Elantra Specs
- 147 horsepower from base engine
- 132 lb-ft of torque from base engine
- 6 available trims
- 95.8 cu-ft. of passenger volume
- 14.4 cu-ft. of cargo capacity
- 5-inch infotainment touchscreen
- 4-star NHTSA safety rating
2020 Hyundai Elantra Powertrain
The 2020 Hyundai Elantra base 2.0-liter four-cylinder isn’t much to get excited about. It does its job efficiently, but that CVT transmission is a bit loud Even with the 147 horsepower, you’ll find it’s more than suitable for most of your driving.
If you want MPG, then Hyundai provides another option with the Eco’s 128 horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. That little powerhouse gets you an EPA estimated 33 mpg in the city.
The Sport sedan gives you the best engine with a 201 horsepower turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder and 7-speed DSG transmission. For the Elantra sedan, this is the best that it gets.
Interior, Comfort, & Cargo Space
In recent years, Hyundai has been working hard at making their interior design more European, and it’s working. The 2020 Elantra sedan and sport have excellent user-friendly controls and buttons. Unfortunately, they fail to match the quality of materials from their compact sedan competitors.
If you look past the cheap-feeling plastics, you’ll be comfortable in the seats and appreciate the driving position. There aren’t any issues seeing the road and traffic around you, and the build quality is still good. We’re grateful for Hyundai’s inclusion of standard driver-assist features in the lower-trim models and look forward to more automakers following their lead.
The Elantra sedan’s ride and handling are tuned for comfort. Although it provides excellent ride quality and comfort while on your daily drive, it’s not going to be what we call sporty when rolling through the twisties.
The Elantra has a spacious 14.4 cubic feet of trunk space compared to its competitors, and you’ll be able to make a good haul at the grocery store. If needed, you have the 60/40 seats to fold down for longer items.
2020 Hyundai Elantra Entertainment & Technology
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and paired with the excellent sounding optional 8-speaker Infinity sound system on the appropriate trim. The bright and easily readable 7- and 8-inch touchscreens have a smooth running operating system, and you can control things with your steering wheel-mounted controls. Depending on your trim, you get Hyundai’s Blue Link telematics system to give you more functionality.
Safety Features
IIHS gave the 2020 Hyundai Elantra a Top Safety Pick rating, but the NHTSA gave the Elantra a four out of five stars for overall safety. It scored a 4 out of 5 in frontal and side crash testing. Every other test was a 5.
The entry-level SE has Hyundai’s forward collision warning with brake assist, lane-keeping assist, driver attention monitor, and a rearview camera.
Other driver safety aids include lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and blind-spot detection. Also added to higher trim models are adaptive cruise control, auto high-beams, and pedestrian detection.
2020 Hyundai Elantra Trims & Pricing
SE – $19,300
The Elantra SE is the entry-level Elantra at $19,300. You get a rearview camera, lane-keeping assist, forward collision mitigation, automatic emergency braking, and a driver attention monitor for that price. Hyundai does a great job in providing their less expensive compact sedan models with driver assist safety.
Inside, you get cloth upholstery, an easily readable 5-inch touchscreen that’s tied to a very typical six-speaker sound system. The Elantra also gives you Bluetooth, one USB port, and a surprising dual-zone automatic climate control. Hyundai has done well at providing what their customer wants.
SEL – $21,465
The Hyundai SEL trim gives you a larger 7-inch touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but no extra sound equipment. If you want to pay after the trial period, you can keep the satellite radio. Hyundai also adds more safety equipment with blind-spot warning and detection, lane departure warning, and rear cross-traffic alerts.
Value Edition – $22,335
The Hyundai Elantra Value Edition takes everything from the previous trim models and adds keyless entry tied with Hyundai’s Blue Link telematics system. Blue Link allows you to use an app and do things like locating your car, unlock and locking your doors, checking the Elantra’s mechanical condition, and other fun things. You’ll also get a sunroof, heated front seats, and those all-important rear-seat cupholders.
Eco – $23,130
The Hyundai Elantra Eco has the less powerful 128 horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, seven-speed automatic transmission, plus low-rolling-resistance tires. These do, however, provide you with better gas mileage with 33 mpg in the city. Since you have to give up some things for the “Eco” name, they added a second USB port for your best friend to make you feel better.
Limited – $24,145
The Hyundai Elantra Limited has the standard 147-horsepower 2.0-liter engine mated to the CVT. The limited adds an excellent eight-speaker Infinity sound system and wireless device charging. Unfortunately, there isn’t a wireless Apple CarPlay option in 2020. Also included are a power-adjustable driver’s seat, 8-inch touchscreen with navigation, automatic high-beam headlights, sunroof, and leather upholstery. Being the more luxurious version, you get the safety convenience of pedestrian detection and adaptive cruise control.
Sport – $26,340
The Hyundai Sport has a wonderful seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that’s hooked up to a 201 horsepower 1.6-liter turbo-four cylinder. Hyundai’s 8-inch touchscreen with navigation and the Infinity sound system provide your entertainment. Leather seats and a sunroof are also standard.
Warranties
Hyundai covers the Elantra with a basic warranty that lasts five years or 60,000 miles and a powertrain warranty for ten years or 100,000 miles.
What we think
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If you follow recommended service schedules, the 2020 Hyundai Elantra is going to give you 100,000+ miles of reliability and comfort. It’s reliable, has proven to be a big seller in the class, and can be purchased at excellent prices. As significant as the Hyundai’s space and cargo area are compared to its competition, the Elantra is still average in driving dynamics. It does its job in an average, safe, and unoffensive way. And if that’s what you’re looking for, then the 2020 Hyundai Elantra is for you.
