2025 Hyundai Elantra N

Is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N a Good Car?

"Based on its performance numbers, the Elantra N belongs in a more rarified segment, but its pricing is so value-oriented that it can punch down and give the lesser cars in this class something to think about. If you can find an Elantra N for the same price as, say, a Civic Si, just know that it's a significantly faster and more aggressive car. The N actually gives the Civic Type R a run for its money. It's serious stuff from Hyundai."—Ranked #2 out of 7 Sport Compact Cars

"The Elantra N's value proposition is impossible to ignore, even in this esteemed company. Look at the N's numbers and you'll find that it runs neck-and-neck with far pricier rivals while offering Hyundai's superior warranty coverage, too. Granted, the finishing order might look a little different if value didn't count, but then again, it might not. Compared to the Honda/Acura twins, the Hyundai wins on tech, for sure, thanks to its cutting-edge widescreen infotainment module, and not much will separate these models either way on a tight road course. Hyundai's N program means business, clearly."—Ranked #3 out of 5 Super Sport Compact Cars

Which 2025 Hyundai Elantra N Should I Buy?

MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. Ordered by price from low to high, here are the versions of the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N that you need to be aware of, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.

1. 2025 Hyundai Elantra N (2.0T Manual)

• Base Price: $33,950
• MPG Combined: 24
• Drive Type: Front-wheel drive
• Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4
• Aspiration: Turbocharged
• Transmission: 6-speed manual
• Horsepower: 276 
• Torque: 289 lb⁠-⁠ft
• 0-60: 5.1 sec
• Weight: 3,186 lbs
• Length: 184.1 in

The Elantra N with the stick shift is slightly slower than its automatic twin, but it still goes toe-to-toe with the mighty Civic Type R when you look at the acceleration numbers. The manual-only Civic Si isn't even in the conversation.

2. 2025 Hyundai Elantra N (2.0T Automatic)

• Base Price: $35,450
• MPG Combined: 23
• Drive Type: Front-wheel drive
• Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4
• Aspiration: Turbocharged
• Transmission: 8-speed automated manual
• Horsepower: 276 
• Torque: 289 lb⁠-⁠ft
• 0-60: 4.8 sec
• Weight: 3,296 lbs
• Length: 184.1 in

With its sub-5-second dash to 60 mph and impressive 106-mph trap speed, the Elantra N leapfrogs the Civic Si and stares down the mighty and much more expensive Civic Type R.