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The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT presents a mixed reliability picture.

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2020 Hyundai Elantra GT2020 model

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
202023302610.237.849.05
201923302610.237.849.05
201822292510.698.119.41
20172432279.87.358.71

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrain
2020hatchback41.6RegularAutomaticFWD/Front-Wheel Drive
2019hatchback41.6RegularManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive
2018hatchback41.6RegularManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive
2017hatchback42.0RegularAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available.

YearBase priceTrimSeriespricing
2020$20,650Elantra GT N Line—Base price: $20,650, Trim: Elantra GT N Line
2019$20,450Elantra GT N Line—Base price: $20,450, Trim: Elantra GT N Line
2018$23,250—Elantra GT SportBase price: $23,250, Series: Elantra GT Sport
2017————

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsDoorsKeyless ignitionSteering locationSeat rowsTurboGVWRAxlesWheelsWheelbaseFront wheelRear wheelbodyAndInterior
20205—StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)2YesClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)24104.31717Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2
20195—StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)2—Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)24104.31717Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2
201855StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)——Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)24104.31818Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
2017—5————Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)——————

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearOverall ratingFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRated vehicleabsesctractionControltpmsadaptiveCruiseControlautoBrakeforwardCollisionWarningblindSpotMonitoringlaneDepartureWarningrearCameraadaptiveDrivingBeamautoReverseSystempedestrianAeb
202044442020 Hyundai Elantra GT 5 HB FWDstandardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardoptionaloptionaloptionalstandardoptionalstandard—
201944442019 Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWDstandardstandardstandardstandard—standard—optional—standardstandardstandard—
201844442018 Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWDstandardstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionaloptionalstandardoptionalstandardoptional—optional
201754542017 Hyundai Elantra Gt 5 HB FWD———standard—————————

Model year reports

2020

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The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT presents a mixed reliability picture.

2019

Open report

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT presents a mixed reliability picture.

2018

Open report

The 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT presents a mixed bag for used car shoppers.

2017

Open report

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT presents a significant ownership risk due to a high incidence of catastrophic engine failures.

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Elantra GT?

Carfocal currently has 4 published Elantra GT reports, covering 2017 through 2020. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT presents a mixed reliability picture.

Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.

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Is the Hyundai Elantra GT reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Hyundai Elantra GT. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2020 hyundai elantra gt presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2020 hyundai elantra gt's value proposition is significantly impacted by its documented engine issues. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

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What are common problems with the Hyundai Elantra GT?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2017 through 2020.

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