Thank you for continuing to review vehicles the "mainstream" consumer can actually afford. I have to admit I sometimes find your reviews a bit lengthy, yet I often recommend your KZread channel to serious shoppers. Keep up the good work.

depending where you are, with the elantra you won't have to deal with the dealer markup and low inventory that plague the corolla hybrid and prius. when i looked at the prius they were asking 10k over.

@rizocars6115

Жыл бұрын

How are mark ups still a thing in this economy? I got my ionic 5 8k less MSRP

@MM-gg3rg

Жыл бұрын

The market is changing! Mark up will be a thing of the past....

@CentralHS145

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate giving me the heads up was going to start looking last time I looked at Toyotas there was almost no way to get anything close to the sticker, sad to see that's still the case

@havox612

Жыл бұрын

@@rizocars6115 1-2 year waitlists is how.

@littlsuprstr

Жыл бұрын

@@CentralHS145 I got a call from a dealership asking if I was still interested in the prius not too long ago. supply issues will get better the longer you can put off buying a car.

I got the 22 hybrid in late 2021 and I love it. I’ve had zero issues and the fuel economy is to die for. I’ve done several drives between provinces (13 hours straight on average) and not only have I been perfectly comfortable, but I’ve gotten better than rated fuel economy doing so. I would 100% recommend this car to someone.

@myungjaebang2048

Жыл бұрын

i totally agree with you. it has been so great to live with.

@jasonwilliams5038

Жыл бұрын

Did you pay sticker for it, im only asking cuz I’m in the market for one

@dwadd7528

11 ай бұрын

Had a Sonata and engine caught fire suddenly. Never trust hyundai

@slothypunk

11 ай бұрын

​​@@jasonwilliams5038depends at your location. I never pay over MSRP

@patrixma1450

10 ай бұрын

Too early for zero issue. Wait until it hit over 100k miles or 6 years later.

We bought a '22 in November. Averages 54 mpg. Have gotten 63 mpg. The trunk is large enough for our Costco shopping. Rides better and is quieter than our '16 Forester. Power is fine for every day driving. A little low to get out of, but worth it for the milage and price. Lots of advanced features for the money.

@dfsdh432v9

11 ай бұрын

My State Farm policy on my Hyundai jumped from $60 monthly to $96 monthly. just dont worth it

@tim3172

11 ай бұрын

@@dfsdh432v9 ... everybody's insurance spiked in price recently

@RamBatra-uu8wj

11 ай бұрын

I am considering elantra I have a question are Hyundai reliable i mean does it have early wear and tear issues or not😊😊😊

@pavementsailor

11 ай бұрын

@RamBatra-uu8wj we've had the Hybrid Elantra since December. Absolutely no issues so far. About 7,000 miles. I deliver cars for a major Transporter, so I've driven just about everything. Doesn't make me a mechanical expert, but I haven't heard about any issues from the dealers. Hyundai did have an issue with a completely different engine, (not the Elantra Hybrid) but they were taking care of that under warranty. Also the keyless entry issue had insurance companies taking action and both Kia and Hyundai issued fixes on the latest models. It basically came down to price and looks for us. And 55 mpg! All the manufacturers have issues. Toyota too. But they are better overall, I'd say. And you will extra pay for it in a compatible hybrid.

@cousinjohncarstuff4568

9 ай бұрын

@@RamBatra-uu8wj I have a 2022 Elantra gas (not hybrid) with 43,000 miles. No issues, just oil changes and put gas in it.

Oh, and great review as usual. You are about the only auto reviewer I look at regularly.

I have a 23 Elantra Hybrid and love it. Averaging 57mpg and it does everything I need it to do. Only downside is the weird looks people give me when i back up. The reverse beep is so loud.

@medtik

Жыл бұрын

Noooo ignore them they dont get it , I love the reverse beep , I feel like I am driving a truck :D

Great car, been driving since November and love it. Thanks for the review Alex

I got the 23 Hybrid base when it released and have already put 23 thousand miles on it. I have loved this car so far, mileage is great, handles well, not a lot to complain about imo. It is a little noisy on the highway though.

@Txguy998

11 ай бұрын

Maybe not enough rubber seals to reduce noise

picking up an Elantra Hybrid tomorrow after watching this video and others. Was interested in the Corolla hybrid, but it's a 3 month minimum wait and this Elantra was on the lot.

@cousinjohncarstuff4568

9 ай бұрын

Base, or limited? We happened to snag a base fresh off the truck that was not pre sold. (Which is rare)

New to your channel. Best Elantra hybrid review on KZread. Very well done.

Thank you, Great review! It is amazing the capabilities of these hybrids, with competition we all win!

I own 2022 Avante Hybrid which is Korean domestic model of Elantra and I love it. The fuel mileage is astonishing and has loads of modern features. Overall design looks nice and has enough space for a compact sedan. Only downside is that it gets bit noisy for a while at winter until the engine gets warmed and both wind and road noise is bit louder than I expected on a highway.

I bought my 2023hybrid Elantra a year ago. I have 25k on it now and love it! Comfortable and roomy ( I’m 6ft2in and 210 pounds) I easily have 2-3 inches of extra headroom and seats are comfortable. Averages about 55mpg and looks sleek with a tint. Only gripe is the paint tends to scratch easily but that’s it. I’d say 9/10! I recommend it.

@wulongchai

9 ай бұрын

so which color do you recommend to pick for 2023 elantra hybrid?

@parkedjeep96

8 ай бұрын

Very similar to me. I got a 23 Hybrid Limited back in March and have 14k on it and I’m smaller but I agree, very roomy and comfortable. I have the black with gray interior and i tinted my windows so it looks extra sleek. I get 54 mpg average. Love this car.

@JWFas

7 ай бұрын

It's good to apply one of those ceramic paint protections as soon as you get a new car. The kits are cheap.

I saw pics of the refresh in Korea.. i like what i see in the refresh. Nice still here

I’ve recommended Elantra blue to two ppl and both bought on the spot. After spending ample time in them it’s sooo much better than any cvt hybrid. Handling is mature and sporty and does everything you want. Awesome cars

I checked out an Elantra Hybrid Limited a year ago. Really thought I would get it based on reviews and specs. That said, the headroom didn't quite work for me. The windshield was too short and sloped too - had a little trouble seeing stop lights when I was first in line. Plus while it had plenty of legroom for my 6' 3" frame the telescoping on the steering wheel wasn't enough. Basically, being taller ruined another automotive option for me!😢 If you're average size though its a great option. Really impressed by it.

@rmkolesnik

Жыл бұрын

you need an SUV my friend

@Ryan-um8ug

Жыл бұрын

U should try the Kia Niro same engine hybrid set up.

@jeffmorse645

Жыл бұрын

@@Ryan-um8ug That's what I'm looking into now!

@Ryan-um8ug

Жыл бұрын

I'm looking at getting one as well!

@solido888

11 ай бұрын

Wow, I'm 6'4", and space is not an issue for me. I don't even think I have the seat all the way down. Certainly a lot better than my old Acura in that regard.

Watched this and went and just bought one!!! Thank you for this detailed awesome review!

@bornfuct

10 ай бұрын

You will love it ...mine is great I will always drive a hybrid...most technology I've ever had..

I'm impressed with the elantra! I've been eyeing it for a while due to its price, but this was a very helpful review

As a '23 Elantra Hybrid owner watching this after the fact, this is easily the most actually informative review I've seen yet. Loving the car so far. Style is definitely something you have to like, but for my money the space feels way roomier and comfier than anything I test drove anywhere near this size.

We have a ‘21 Elantra Limited Hybrid. We absolutely love it. It consistently gets over 50mpg in mixed driving. It has plenty of passing power on the highway. It’s even being the Sport mode, although fuel economy suffers a bit. Ours is Ceramic White, with the lighter color interior. It’s a great color combo. We have had no issues at all with it so far. It’s a great value overall. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone.

Go with Niro. Great car. MPG is solid 50 no matter the way i drive. In summer i get 60mpg.

@B9M3

Жыл бұрын

DCT and dealer markups are deal killlers.

Great compro on the top 4 compact hybrids. I'm gonna use this to help two lady friends who are looking at getting new compact cars. I always appreciate your final remarks regarding what you would choose & why. As a Niro owner, I appreciate you nod to the Niro

Just discovered your channel, I really love your presentation style, very good job. Very thorough very enjoyable. May I ask where that pass is you are driving?

Great review, and this would be in my consideration set were I in the market right now for a compact hybrid. A lot of comparisons to the Corolla Hybrid - has there been a recent test of the Corolla with the upgraded powertrain and/or AWD?

Great practical review. I recently rode in a Niro and was impressed with it's styling and interior quietness. I noticed that the Corolla's I've been in were quite noisier. I'm wondering if Hyundai's hybrid system is reliable?

I have a '23 Limited hybrid, overall has been amazing! Better fuel economy than advertised, the tech and driver assistance features are to die for at this price (paid sticker price). Only a few issues mostly climate/weather related. Drives terribly in the snow and spins the wheels like nobody's business on wet roads, the Hankook tires that came on the car are the worst tires I've ever driven on.

@TUTruth

9 ай бұрын

I have the same. I will say the electronics are saying I'm doing better than advertised, but measuring with other means, mid/high 40's, which is still great. I look at it this way if Gas is $5/gallon and I get 50 miles. That can also be $1 for 10 miles. And way back in the day like 70's/80's that is a real ratio for cars. $1/gallon and 10 mpg, so this car does turn the clock nearly all the way back doing that.

@cousinjohncarstuff4568

9 ай бұрын

Wife bought the base hybrid version, came with Kumho tires, no issues in the rain, they grip well.

I owned both the Corolla Hybrid and Elantra Hybrid. The Corolla Hybrid ended up being slightly cheaper since it came with two sets of mats and required servicing every 8000km instead of 6000km. However the Elantra was much more engaging to drive and looked amazing. The Corolla hybrid is an appliance that will easily last you over 10 years, the Elantra is a great car to own for 5-8 years (hopefully longer).

@johnycamara7831

8 ай бұрын

What do you mean they require servicing

@noah_loans

7 ай бұрын

You can get 200,000 miles 20 yr warranty at some Hyundai dealers. Or at minimum 10 yr 100k miles at all dealerships

@zoolanderhansel

5 ай бұрын

So what you're trying to say in the nicest way is get the Toyota Corolla lol. I get it, i've been driving corolla hybrid since 2021

What a great video, thank you for your sharing, I am considering 2023 Elantra Hybrid Limited or 2023 Sonata Hybrid SEL, I have only driven Elantra before, it made me feel that not enough HP, especially on the freeway, I will have drive test for Sonata coming soon, if the feeling of HP is better than Elantra, I will pick Sonata, even Elantra has a better look.

Great review, Alex. And you're looking fit! 👍🏼

I'm not personally big on geared automatics in hybrids but I like that Hyundai has an option for those who do.

@readtherealanthonyfaucibyr6444

8 ай бұрын

Especially the regen braking going through the transmission too...yikes. I wonder about Hyundai hybrid longevity

Amazing review. You do your homework like No one else.

I’m waiting until ‘24 when both the Elantra and the Sonata get cosmetic updates. They will both look much better, but the Elantra will retain the same interior styling like the grab handle and that blank panel (both of those design touches weird me out 🤪)

I own an Elantra hybrid 2023 " luxury" trim....absolutely no problems. Im averaging 4.5L/100km

Alex, I would like to hear more about that Oldsmobile 3:02 . 🤔 I hope it was not a Vista Cruiser or 442 being impaled by the front end loader. 🤨 When it comes to small Hybrids, the much more practical Corolla Cross AWD has them all beat until the Prius V comes back. 🤞😉🤩 Finally, please be careful about what you say about catfish 24:20 . What did they ever do to justify being grouped in with Sonatas? 🤣

I went with the non hybrid 23 elantra and i average 42 mpg. With the lower price than the hybrid, I’m happy with the lower mileage

@therealcdnuser

Жыл бұрын

Agree, don’t forget the cost of maintenance when the hybrid ages. Those items can get extra costly.

@CrazyWeeMonkey

Жыл бұрын

​@@therealcdnuser Hybrids are typically less expensive to maintain than their non-hybrid counterparts.

@sociopathmercenary

Жыл бұрын

​@@CrazyWeeMonkeyHow so? More equipment than a non hybrid

@CrazyWeeMonkey

Жыл бұрын

@@sociopathmercenary It obviously depends on the hybrid but they typically have much simpler transmissions, fewer belt-operated components (more electrical accessories), and can leverage the engines better during the warmup cycle reducing engine wear. Hybrids give you the best form of internal combustion with mostly upsides, every new ICE car should be a hybrid by this point.

@User.Joshua

Жыл бұрын

@@CrazyWeeMonkey every time I hear a new vehicle start, this sentiment plays in my head. All new vehicles should be at least a hybrid moving forward. This would also make secondhand batteries more affordable when it’s time for replacement.

I just test drove one today and im really in need of a car thats afforadle i wanted the tucson but i see this price is way better...its just for me too so it seems like a go...saves alot on gas too especially here in NY it seems smart to go wit this instead of a Toyota RAV4

I really like the look of the elantra especially the hybrid and I will pick it over anything. Thanks for the review

minivan sales very solid Year 2023 with Hyundai-Kia as one of the 4 Players in that critical market segment for both the pure ICE Platform and Hybrid drivetrain. Everything else is Danger Close for both the current Tesla Model 3 and the apparently still on track *"Project Highland"* Model 3 refresh. There also might be a Tesla Model 2 as well presumably as a Sport Hatch.

Civic hybrid is on the way…2.0 NA with the previous gen i-MMD

I just drove my annual summer trip, about 400 miles, and my 2020 Elantra gt n-line got almost 40mpg I can’t believe how good it is. Got here with fuel to spare!

Wow, great review. First time watching your channel,. To be honest 50 MPG is super great especially how the gas is now. I'm look for a 3rd road seat hybrid. Not Toyota, Honda, etc. too overpriced right now over the MRSP. Any sugestion non plug in just Hyrbid 3rd road seat. Thank you P.s the only thing I see with this Hyundai Hyrbid if it snowing you will be in trouble.

@wulongchai

9 ай бұрын

same...i am looking at toyota prius now and worrying about overpriced over MRSP. Is elantra hybrid gonna be good alternative option if toyota prius is too greedy?

Might just get one of these when I replace my 2018 Ioniq Hybrid.

Well both Sonata and Elanta got pretty significant refreshes. Personally getting a 5th gen base Prius, the hybrid KH rentals I've had over the years never seemed to get their lofty MPG estimates.

Just wait for a 24 model of either Hyundai hybrid model. Both lines received a refresh for 24 😊 New Prius is going for $6-10k over MSRP plus dealer 'market adjustments'.

Alex, I have a '23 Elantra hybrid limited... The 1.6L in the Elantra Hybrid is not turbocharged, would fix that on the powertrain review 'page' graphics you had up near the beginning.. The 1.6 in the Tucson Hybrid is turbocharged (I'm guessing) because of the heavier curb weight.

@michaelhughett8396

Жыл бұрын

That is what I thought also. If it were a turbo charged engine, it would have a lot more horsepower than the 138 that is stated for the combined gas and electric motor.

i am struggling choosing between toyota prius and hyundai elantra hybrid. I like to choose prius first but mark up price is insane. Should I just go for Elantra hybrid instead?

Nice review, look forward to your reviews and I will consider this vehicle. Styling comment: where are the bumpers that can actually absorb a bump without damage? I think the designs are still silly - they all look 'Darth Vader' angry although this one is a slight improvement.

I have the 2.0 2023 Elantra I’m getting well over 55mpg love this car

I need awd so until they get that ill choose the corolla hybrid awd

Alex, I Love the Back Up Light because it Looks like a Huge Letter H❤️I Like Your New Glasses 😊

My biggest concern with this awesome car would be "reliability." Will the dual clutches wear out quick ???? Second concern: visibility. The visibility is almost as bad as the....... PRIUS.

@brokeboy87

Жыл бұрын

There is a reason why Kia and Hyundai stopped putting in DCT In select models. The Kia Seltos should be more reliable for the brand.

@BTC909

Жыл бұрын

Unless you are willing to replace clutch packs. I would only lease a DCT vehicle.

@NSNBPEINFLDTECH

Жыл бұрын

This is a dual DRY clutch, so no clutch packs. It works even more similarly to a manual than wet clutch DCTs do. The clutches wear in about the same amount of time as a manual. Similarly, it also depends on how you drive it. Dry clutch transmissions aren't great in a non hybrid as they can over heat and wear out if you do a lot of slow driving and stop and go. This is very different as it doesn't slip the clutch in these scenarios

I owned a 1997 Saturn SL1 manual that easily did in the mid 50 mpg with no need of complicated (expensive) powertrain.

Another good and informative report from Alex. I still have grave reservations about DCT's. I drove one some years ago, a VW, and slow maneuvers, also parking, was not good. Too much jerkiness. We drive a Tuscon Blue Hybrid with a 6-speed torque converted auto and it works fine. Hyundai need to make this 226bhp set up as an option to the Elantra and Sonata. One area the Elantra has over it closest rival, the Corolla, is decent rear leg room. The Corolla is fine if you happen to be a midget! As you may know, Hyundai have plans to 'soften' its sedan styling somewhat, from its current 'Marmite' shape. The sooner the better.

@NSNBPEINFLDTECH

Жыл бұрын

The VW DCTs and this are very different. VW most often uses wet clutch packs and they only briefly made a hybrid. This is more efficient and shifts smoother than a torque converter auto, especially with the electric motor doing the take off, so no clutch slipping.

@marcusbrutus1999

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response. Have you driven a Hyundai/Kia with with this DCT? I drove a Tuscon older model and a Santa Fe turbo 2L with DCT's (about 3 years ago) and they were awful. What have Hyundai/Kia done to improve things? I thought wet-clutch was a rather new thing and was supposed to make this DCT issue better. Thanks. Ian

@thurules

7 ай бұрын

​@@marcusbrutus1999why did you feel hyundai dct were awful?

I didn't know these came turbocharged. Seems like that would add complexity and increase the overall cost of the vehicle.

Aren’t all Elantras getting a refresh next year? I still like the looks of the 2012 era.

The Elantra to some may say that it has a face only the mother can love. I’ll wait for the styling refresh.

5:07 I thought corolla se hybrid tire width is 225?

How can I manage to get those mpgs that are stated by manufacturers? Every trip I make I check mpg and 45 mpg is the highest I have seen. I own Elantra hybrid 2023.

Dang Alex, I haven't seen your videos in a while. It looks like you lost weight. Great job! I'll keep my place on the Prius waitlist instead of looking at these at all.

I went with sonata hybrid, it seemed like weird overall. Getting a combined 46 miles to the gal is still impressive for a top trim sedan.

1.6l turbo making only 100hp? I wonder if there are any substantial differences over what's found in the Santa Fe/Tucson Hybrids; I can see a +80HP tune down the road for this guy

I would pick this car over the Corolla hybrid, but when it comes to Sonata and Camry, definitely the Camry hybrid

You should wait for the sonata refresh design in 2024 and get the hybrid version of that.

Honestly, I think that if we expand our outlook to non hybrids, the Jetta 1.5T is an extremely solid choice as well. However, between the Corolla and Elantra, I think I'd choose the Elantra simply for the much nicer interior

@naveenthemachine

Жыл бұрын

And the Elantra has more space and it drives better

@joelmora2826

Жыл бұрын

Kia/hyundai have horrible engines tho. I pick up tons of engines from dealerships every week lol

@swag-cc4uc

Жыл бұрын

Not true lol, their engines are fine.

@naveenthemachine

Жыл бұрын

@@swag-cc4uc their older 4 cylinder engines I admit are problematic. But that was 2015 and older… these new v6 engines are solid

@joelmora2826

Жыл бұрын

@swag-cc4uc ok why am picking so many engines then?

Plays well at 1.75x Another thorough review! Thanks Alex

Thanks for a nice review! I bought the 2023 Elantra Hybrid several months ago, and am very happy with my purchase. The interior is far nicer than the Corolla, particularly the infotainment system. I considered the Sonata, but the push button transmission selector, lack of a sunroof and the high price moved me back to the Elantra. The wide tires cut fuel economy, but provide exceptional stopping performance, as you noted. That was important to me.

@davidmmuench

11 ай бұрын

Does the Elantra have memory seats?

@GameandSmoketalkshow

11 ай бұрын

@@davidmmuenchyes thr limited do i believe

@charlesworton4020

11 ай бұрын

@@davidmmuench Yes, the Limited trim has 2 memory positions. The buttons to select are right beside the left side silver tweeter speaker, on the drivers side door panel.

@joeseipp6803

6 ай бұрын

Yes on the limited version it has 2 person memory seat setting. @@davidmmuench

I have huyndai blue hybrid 2023 now 520 miles but i get 37 miles for gallon i don't know this is normal or something wrong. Please let's me know

Where do you get a 2023 h. Elantra at this price in Maryland?

I’ve been driving the ICE '23 Elantra SEL for almost a year now and I’m averaging 50 MPG over a 25-mile daily commute! I’m so glad to have ditched Ford.

are you sure it is 1.6 turbo? You may want to check on that one!

😎 Awesome Video 😎 Keep Up the Amazing Work 😎

thats my car !!!! great no complaints

Just bought a 23 Elantra blue trim last night for $24,100 after some hard negotiating. Does anyone recommend some high quality leather seat covers I can install?

Drove this model before. In some highway conditions, i found DTC behavior is unpredictable and inconsistent. wondering if dtc will incur higher maintenance cost eventually because of clutch. I would prefer the powersplit device in toyota and ford. Niece review!

@darkivaz-aaa1145

Жыл бұрын

Toyotas and Fords transmissions aren't that reliable. Hyundai DCT is better.

@getrightoutoftown

Жыл бұрын

I own a previous version of the Elantra with the same DCT, and the reliability of the DCT was my main hesitation of buying my car. Now after 3 years of ownership, the DCT is still my biggest concern, and it doesn't shift as smoothly or quickly as it did when it was new. I still might choose it over the competition for all the other benefits you get in the Elantra (I found the Corolla felt much more cramped and uncomfortable to get in and out of), but Hyundai really needs to kick the dry-clutch DCT to the curb.

@NSNBPEINFLDTECH

Жыл бұрын

They won't get rid of it as it's the most efficient. Have you changed your clutch actuator fluid? It needs to be done regularly. I have a 2017 Ioniq with the same DCT and it still works as it should.

@mementomori29231

Жыл бұрын

The car car nut - a very knowledgeable car mechanic, stated concerns with the DCT. It can be a concern long term.

Alex, did you lose weight? you look good!

@moonman6359

Жыл бұрын

He on tren

@markb3866

Жыл бұрын

Fruit

@brdnmlna

11 ай бұрын

​@@markb3866sensitive much? 😂

@liminyao

11 ай бұрын

Prius is better 😊

@MH-lk8md

11 ай бұрын

@@liminyaodoesn’t the Prius cost a lot more… if you can even get one at MSRP?

I wish they had kept the Ioniq Hybrid around

i would go corolla. i trust the corolla reliability more. i dont need to take chance unless there is a big price difference

I saw a video where somebody compared current gas prices and "savings" with the hybrid elantra vs the same trim package on a regular gas engine. The price gap to purchase the hybrid vs base gas engine in the same trim equivalents you would need 9.75 years before you "broke even" at 10k miles per year If you drop it to 5 years it's by almost 20k miles per year.

@krisgutierrez2469

10 ай бұрын

Who made the vid? I wanna watch it

@mongoosemcmongoose2786

10 ай бұрын

@@krisgutierrez2469 I’ll try to dig it up when I’m home :)

2:03 not sure how you have the Ioniq 5 showing smaller than this Elantra or Corolla, while it has a longer wheelbase than a Palisade 🤔

I can get a prius prime at msrp but I'm having a hard time justifying dropping 40k on a prius. Didn't know about this one.

What might you say on resale value? Not that it truly matters at this point... just curious.

The fuel economy numbers do not consistently into real-world driving. I own both 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and 2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. My "less aerodynamic" Corolla consistently gets 15-20% better MPGs on the same route. Toyota's hybrid system is much simpler to operate. When driving the Ioniq through a mountainous terrain, I would constantly worry about the hybrid battery getting depleted. On the other hand, the battery management system on the Toyota's hybrid will never allow the hybrid battery to get depleted, which makes for more relaxing drives.

@NSNBPEINFLDTECH

Жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 Ioniq limited and find sport mode best for those scenarios. I consistently get at least 50mpg doing a mix of city and highway with many hills. I usually average 56 but I agree that it takes a bit more intention and thought to get that while still keeping up with traffic

@tim3172

11 ай бұрын

What happens when the Hyundai's battery is depleted for you to "constantly worry about" other than absolutely nothing?

@AmericanRoads

11 ай бұрын

@@tim3172 What I worried about is a sudden reduction of power. Have you never experienced that? One time, the battery was completely depleted mid-climb and the car was no longer able to maintain its speed. I had to slow down, downshift, and rev the engine at about 5,000+ rpm for quite a bit until I crested the peak. So no, it is not "absolutely nothing". The commenter above you said it well. Driving the Ioniq along a mountainous terrain "takes a bit more intention and thought". Will the battery have enough juice to carry me over the peak? Should I shift to sport mode now and let the battery charge up? With my Toyota hybrid, I simply drive, enjoy the view, and never worry about the hybrid battery's state of charge.

Alex, it's worth noting that the Elantra Hybrid will save you many thousands of dollars in fuel savings over its service life. That can justify the extra cost of the hybrid. Assuming a 6% yearly fuel cost increase - the average over the last 50 years - and 12,000 miles driven per year, in my local area I expect to save $12,000 in fuel savings over the vehicle lifespan, when compared to a non-hybrid Elantra. That makes the Elantra Hybrid the cheapest Elantra available.

@bt5252

11 ай бұрын

I was doing back of the envelope calcs and am curious what you used for the lifetime. Also consider the argument of investing what you saved by buying the cheaper non-hybrid.

I kind of disagree. Seems to me that Hyundai/Kia have the best stylists in the industry and they are not afraid to try a different shape from time to time. Save us from the boring BMW stylists whose only idea in years is to come out with a gargantuan grill to cool an electric vehicle!. Lexus has the same problem with giant grills and adds weird style lines and omg the Toyota hatchbacks that look like inflated versions of those tiny cars that race around the track in toy stores.

@fabian7463

8 ай бұрын

Hyundai new designer previously worked on the Bentley. They have a new designer since 2017.

Interesting. I have the Hyundai Elantra BVLue from 2022 and my phone can only connect via Bluetooth and the wire doesn't work lol

Not wireless for phones just blew me 😅 it’s a new car I was excited

honda insight sold 24k base model, now those cars went up in value even after 20 30k miles

Two things I never thought I'd hear. The Prius is good-looking and the Prius is more powerful than another car.

Great review as usual. I think I would choose the Prius for the acceleration ( hybrid gearhead Ha Ha). It looks like you lost weight and congrats to you. Your red hot fire pokers look great in your back yard too.

Is it the one to get? Maybe, as long as you don't finance it through Hyundai financing and you keep a fire extinguisher handy.

Your dad was ahead of his time! 👍🏻

I'd just wait for the refresh in 24 like the sonata is getting IMO

Half listening to this and from what I've gathered this video is about how great a Prius is

This car looks so much better than its recent refresh.

What an absolutely superb review, thanks. A couple of notes however, you used the term regarding the prius as "best looking compact" and the elantra as "controversial styling". Sorry, but as you know beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I think the corolla looks utilitarian and the prius looks downright weird where I think the elantra looks slick. I love the front end and all the lines on the car. The back end of the elantra I think is one of the best on the road. When it comes to the prius you can't even compare the elantra trim to the prius because in order to that, bells and whistles for bells and whistles you have to use the prius limited which optioned out is 36,000 plus. As of this writing I just priced it. The elantra as shown in your video is 30,000 and some change. Seeing the majority of us get a new car about every 10 years and if you are driving 15,000 miles every year that means you would never make up the price of purchasing the prius over the long haul. More simply put, at the end of 10 years you would save 3 to 4,000 dollars purchasing the elantra before you went onto your next car. The corolla on the other hand you would have to compare the corolla XLE with the elantra as shown. It's 1,800 cheaper but it is not as fuel efficient over the long haul as the elantra so after 10 years you would reach the break even point in my scenario. And using the prius prime doesn't work either as that is a full electric motor for around town which the elantra doesn't have. It also is well beyond the price of the regular optioned out prius. Lastly, when it comes to "power", make me laugh! None of the cars have real power that distinction belongs to a car like my vintage mustang that has 400+ hp in a car that weighs well under 3,000 pounds. Or my buddies late model mustang that has 800+ which is unhinged! These cars are grocery getters plain and simple, if people are looking for power they are looking at the wrong cars and don't understand automobiles and their intended use. In the end to each their own but the numbers are the numbers $. Your video on what the elantra has is superb but If you want to compare cars you have to come closer to apples to apples. Hyundai Elantra hybrid limited v. Toyota Corolla hybrid XLE is a much closer comparison than the Hyundai Elantra hybrid limited v. Toyota Prius LE.

I'm not sure what a dual clutch transmission is. It seems like it's less powerful and smaller than a Camry anyway, so i guess I won't worry about it.

i decided on the prius only because it looks cool

I'd get the regular elantra over this because the 6 speed dual clutch the hybrid uses has me uneasy. They're not good transmissions.

The "cube" display makes the cube rotate every 10 mph.

Not available for Puerto Rico, as the people in charge of getting them to the territory are also responsible for acquiring the Corolla Hybrid and it would decimate the sales of the Toyota. $38k for a 2023 Corolla hybrid . Yes, the baseline.