Thoughts on the Elantra GT N-Line?

"davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com" (davesaddiction)
08/05/2020 at 14:20 • Filed to: None

While I really w ant them to bring the full-on N version here, this seems like a very competent little “warm” hatch.

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DISCUSSION (21)

MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick) > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 13:17

I think it looks great, and the N-Line stuff is all stuff I would gladly pay for, and would be disappointed if it was missing from this ‘warm’ version. No electronic faux LSD is a plus in my mind, but an optional real LSD would have made this thing a real steal.

Idk if I would trust a Hyundai/Kia long term, but that’s what the crazy warranty is for! The price sure is right when compared to a Civic Si or a GTi

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick)
08/05/2020 at 13:51

Yeah, the lack of LSD is the only real let-down in my mind, but may not be that much of an issue with the power it has.

dogisbadob > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 14:29

I wish they offered the big funroof with the manual transmission, N or not

Canada used to get that combo until last year. They also get an orange color we don’t get :(

Saracen > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 14:33

Looks like a solid “warm hatch” entry.

Dunno if it would pry me away from a GTI though.

Khalbali > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 14:34

I want one, but haven't driven one as I have about 20% of required fundage. Before deciding to go cheap I was really set on a Hyundai/Kia with the 1.6t and stick, kinda wavered between the Elantra sedan/hatch and forte/Veloster.

3point8isgreat > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 14:52

I considered this when I got the Veloster. But someone was signing the paperwork on it right then so I only got to sit in it.

If I could have found one with manual I was ready to really consider it. I really would have liked the more airy interior over the veloster. An Elantra GT N would have been a done deal no brainer.

At least the veloster looks neat/silly i guess?

MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick) > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 15:34

I would use a LSD on the street.....but I don’t think you can drive entirely responsibly and need one, so it’s certainly not a deal breaker on a car that isn’t designed/marketed for track use

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick)
08/05/2020 at 15:38

I didn’t have one on my ‘05 Mazda 3s hatch, and had plenty of fun with that car without it (actually did take it to the track once).

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > 3point8isgreat
08/05/2020 at 15:44

I must be getting old... I can’t see myself in a Veloster (or a Type R), and with 3 kids, I need the extra door.

Thinking this could be a car I could daily for a few years, then teach the kids on, then they could use for a while and eventually buy from us.

I really enjoyed my ‘05 Mazda 3s hatch; I’m guessing I would enjoy this similarly (slow car fast and all that).

Captain of the Enterprise > MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick)
08/05/2020 at 16:26

True but I want one anyway

3point8isgreat > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 16:41

I don’t have kids yet, but the eventuality of them was a consideration. Wife and I borrowed a rear facing baby seat to test fit. I was able to sit in the passenger seat in front of it without my knees touching the dash so we called it good.

Is it ideal for kid hauling? Oh no not at all. But we agreed I just needed a car that could if needed . Otherwise I’d have a Miata.

The Veloster is about as silly as I’m comfortable with in a daily. I feel like i stick out a lot in traffic. The Type R is too much for me.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > 3point8isgreat
08/05/2020 at 16:47

I think I’d be willing to do the silly for the N, but not sure if I’m willing to drop the coin for it. =)

Textured Soy Protein > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 17:16

The only problem with it is the price. Fully loaded with the DCT and tech package it’s $28,450. A comparably-eqiupped Kia Forte GT2 (which if we’re doing true apples to apples needs the auto-dim/homelink mirror & remote start added as accessories to match the tech package on the Elantra GT N-Line DCT ) is $25,535. Gotta really want that hatch and pano roof vs regular sunroof to pony up the extra 3 grand.

feather-throttle-not-hair > MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick)
08/05/2020 at 22:32

I dunno, Seattle has super steep hills and it’s rainy here a lot. I FREQUENTLY see random people do unintentional one wheel burnouts when trying to pull away from a stoplight here. I don’t think I’d own a FWD car in Seattle without an LSD.

Dusty Ventures > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 23:05

This is currently my top pick for my brother. My only gripe is that in the U.S. you can’t get the sunroof with the manual (you can in Canada).

...I might have spent a couple hours researching rules for importing a Canadian market car. It might be something being seriously considered.

Dusty Ventures > dogisbadob
08/05/2020 at 23:12

According to the Hyundai Canada site it’s still possible to get the manual with the sunroof up there.

MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick) > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/05/2020 at 23:43

Those were nifty little cars. Too bad about the rust. Fixed the water outlet under a tarp on one with a buddy in the pouring rain. What a debacle.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Dusty Ventures
08/06/2020 at 09:26

I can live without a sunroof.

Think it’s really worth the time/money/effort?

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > MKULTRA1982(ConCrustyBrick)
08/06/2020 at 09:32

Had mine for 7 years with no rust issues, and then sold to a friend.

That sounds like a fun day.

Dusty Ventures > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
08/06/2020 at 13:39

If the emissions and safety are the same on both it might cost little extra in the way of money, as that would mean the only required change is reprogramming the digital odometer to be in miles. Duty fees can be at least mostly avoided if it's for non-commercial use and you buy it in Canada and drive it across the border yourself (admittedly that's a challenge at the moment). Also, when you convert CAD to USD the Canadian Elantra is about three grand cheaper, before taxes and fees at least. So all in all I'd say it's at least worth looking into to see just what would be needed and what the final cost would be

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Dusty Ventures
08/06/2020 at 13:41

If you do it, it’s worthy of an in-depth OPPO post!