By Jonathan Lopez
Updated sports compact still packs a punch.
Summary
- The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N packs more power, agility, and style than the standard Elantra lineup.
- With a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine delivering 276 horsepower and sharp handling, it challenges sports compact icons.
- Priced at $35,515, the Elantra N offers top-notch safety features, updated tech, and a driver-focused cabin.
Making its official debut in November of the 2023 calendar year, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N introduced a refresh for the Korean brand's punchy sport compact four-door. Debuting a number of updates that sharpen the handling, enhance the styling, and improve overall comfort and safety. Hyundai initially launched the Elantra N in 2021, and in the time since, it's built a reputation for being a fun, affordable front-wheel-drive alternative to established sports compact icons like the Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX.
Compared to the standard Hyundai Elantra lineup (including the similarly named Elantra N-Line), the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N offers more power, more agility, and aggressive styling. Check the specifics on what all that means in the following trim level breakdown as we run through everything you get for the money with a 2024 Elantra N.
2024 Hyundai Elantra N
8.5/ 10
Hyundai's performance N Division continues to inject a good dose of fuel into its practical Elantra N sedan with a refresh that includes a few key upgrades for 2024. Aside from visual (sharper grille, refreshed 19-inch rims) and tech enhancements, inside and out, the upgrades run skin-deep with a motorsports-inspired package that aims to deliver sharper handling and pose a threat to the hot hatch establishment with 276 horsepower on tap from the 2.0-liter, inline-four turbo.
- Model
- Hyundai Elantra N
- Engine
- Turbocharged 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder
- Transmission
- Six-Speed Manual or Eight-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic
- Horsepower
- 286 HP @ 6,000 RPM
- Torque
- 289 LB-FT @ 2,100 RPM
- Driveline
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Range
- 285-298 Miles
- Fuel Economy
- Up to 37 MPG
- 0-60 MPH
- 5.1 Seconds
- Quarter-Mile
- 13.8 Seconds @ 103 MPH
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including Car And Driver. Model score is determined by TopSpeed's rating team, which factors in five different metrics. You can read our Methodology page for more information about our rating system.
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The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N Costs $33,700
The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N starts at $33,700, excluding freight charges, tax, title, and license fees. Freight tacks on an additional $1,150. For the money, you get:
- Standard six-speed manual transmission
- N Light Sport bucket seats
- N Corner Carving electronic limited-slip differential
- Electronically controlled suspension
- Variable exhaust valve system
- 14.2-inch ventilated front brakes
- 19-inch forged wheels
- LED headlights
- Turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder GDI gasoline engine doling out 276 horsepower.
Six exterior colors are offered, two of which will cost you an extra $470 (Performance Blue and Atlas White), while black leather is the only interior color available. Stepping up to the eight-speed Wet Dual-Clutch transmission costs an extra $1,500. Thereโs also a small selection of accessories on offer, including wheel locks, a cargo net, cargo side bins, a cargo tray, cargo hooks, a first aid kit, a rear bumper appliquรฉ, and a roadside assistance kit.
What's New For 2024?
- Revised exterior styling with a new front bumper, grille, rear bumper, and rear diffuser
- Revised LED headlight and taillight designs
- Black badging
- Fresh 19-inch wheel designs
- Updated seats, steering wheel, and shift knob
- Sharper handling thanks to new rear suspension bushings, upgraded steering components, and new engine mounts
- Upgraded vehicle software for the Electronic Controlled Suspension to unlock further performance
- Improved cooling performance
Exterior Dimensions
Length | 185.4 inches |
Width | 71.9 Inches |
Height | 55.7 Inches |
Wheelbase | 107.1 Inches |
Front Track | 62.7 Inches |
Rear Track | 63.1 Inches |
Curb Weight | 3,020 Pounds |
Engine Specifications And Performance
Under the hood, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N cradles the same turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the pre-refresh 2023 model year, doling out 276 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 289 pound-feet of torque at 2,100 rpm. Power is applied exclusively through the front wheels, while the sprint to 60 mph will take around five seconds flat.
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The quarter mile is completed in 13.6 seconds at 106 mph, per testing by Car And Driver. The optional automatic transmission will net the quickest acceleration results. The top speed is estimated at 155 mph. Activate overboost through the N Grin Shift feature, and output climbs to 286 horsepower. Launch control is standard.
On the handling front, the 19-inch wheels are shod in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S rubber, while MacPherson struts are used up front, with a multi-link in the rear. The Elantra N also incorporates standard rear chassis bracing and 14.2-inch front brakes.
Performance Specifications
2.0-Liter Turbocharged DI 4-cylinder | |
Horsepower | 286 HP @ 6,000 RPM |
Torque | 289 LB-FT @ 2,100 RPM |
Transmission | 8-speed Dual-Clutch Automatic |
Fuel Economy | 23 MPG |
0-60 MPH | 5.0 Seconds |
Top Speed | 155 MPH (estimated) |
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Interior Technology And Comfort
Performance-Oriented Interior
Unsurprisingly, the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N is equipped as standard with a number of performance-oriented interior features to complement the enhanced power and handling. That means a driver-focused cabin layout, supportive bucket seats, and the right materials at all the right touch points, plus a splash of comfort features where appropriate.
Highlights include:
- N Light Sport bucket seats wrapped in leather and Alcรกntara
- N leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Six-way adjustable driver seat
- Four-way adjustable passenger seat
- Heated front seats
- Alloy door sills
- Alloy sport pedals
Technology
The onboard tech also complements the sporting intentions of the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N, with goodies like a shift light indicator, lap timer, N track map, and access to various performance settings. Further tech highlights include:
- 10.25-in touchscreen
- Bose eight-speaker audio
- Bluetooth hands-free system
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- HD Radio, Sirius XM
- Wireless device charging
- Dual USB ports (USB-C, USB-A), plus dual USB-C charge ports for the second row
Interior Dimensions
Front | Rear | |
Headroom | 38.7-40.6 Inches | 37.3 Inches |
Legroom | 42.3 Inches | 38 Inches |
Shoulder Room | 56.5 Inches | 55.6 Inches |
Cargo Capacity | N/A | 14.2 Cu. Ft. |
Safety And Reliability
The refreshed 2024 Hyundai Elantra N has yet to be included in a recall or NHTSA complaint. However, it does bear mentioning that the 2023 Elantra was recalled for potential fire risk as the result of an issue related to the electric oil pump. Additionally, Hyundai has recalled certain units of the 2022 Elantra N due to an improperly welded cover on the driver's front airbag.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Overall Rating | 5 out of 5 |
Overall Front Crash Rating | 4 out of 5 |
Overall Side Crash Rating | 5 out of 5 |
Rollover Rating | 5 out of 5 |
- Recalls (NHTSA): 0
- NHTSA Investigations: 0
- NHTSA Consumer Complaints: 0
- Awards:Top Safety Pick+
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Warranties
Hyundai offers one of the best warranties out there, and the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N is no different. One of the highlights is the 10-year powertrain warranty, which is effectively double what you might get from a competitor.
Type | Length |
|---|---|
Full Warranty | 60 months/60,000 miles |
Powertrain Warranty | 120 months/100,000 miles |
Maintenance Warranty | 36 months/36,000 miles |
Roadside Warranty | 60 months/Unlimited miles |
Corrosion Warranty | 84 months/Unlimited miles |
Federal Emissions Performance | 96 months/80,000 miles |
Federal Emissions Defect | 96 months/80,000 miles |
Seat Belt And Airbags | 120 Months/Unlimited Miles |
2024 Hyundai Elantra N Versus Its Competitors
When it comes to affordable front-wheel-drive performance, the Honda Civic Si is the key competitor in this space. Like the Hyundai Elantra N, the Civic Si upgrades the standard, more pedestrian model with a wealth of performance add-ons.
Comparing The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N To The Honda Civic Si
2024 Hyundai Elantra N 2024 Honda Civic Si Model Hyundai Elantra N Honda Civic Si Engine Turbocharged 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder Turbocharged 1.5-Liter Four-Cylinder Transmission Six-Speed Manual or Eight-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Six-Speed Manual Horsepower 286 HP @ 6,000 RPM 200 HP @ 6,000 RPM Torque 289 LB-FT @ 2,100 RPM 192 LB-FT @ 1,800 RPM Driveline Front-Wheel Drive Front-Wheel Drive Range 285-298 Miles 384 Miles Fuel Economy Up to 37 MPG 31 MPG 0-60 MPH 5.1 Seconds 6.8 Seconds Quarter-Mile 13.8 Seconds @ 103 MPH 15.1 Seconds @ 94 MPH
Lining up the Hyundai Elantra N and Honda Civic Si, we find the Hyundai boasts more power and quicker acceleration, besting the Civic's 200 ponies with an additional 76 horsepower. Torque is also considerably higher in the Hyundai, with more than 100 extra pound-feet on tap in the Elantra N. As a result, the Hyundai is quicker to 60 mph, hitting the mark roughly a second before the Honda. That said, the Honda Civic Si is a bit less expensive, starting under the $30,000 mark.
