In every way possible, the Elantra is a pretty looking compact sedan with a roof outlined as a coupe. Although there have been dual opinions in the market, the Elantra has been a very reliable vehicle under whatever disguise it pulls off.

In case you're in the market for a conservative car and the 2017 Hyundai Elantra isn't on your rundown, it ought to be. The Elantra offers great fuel efficiency, sound safety appraisals, upscale features, and a radiant 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Hyundai has a crisp product line, growing sales, and immeasurably enhanced quality notoriety. The new Hyundai Elantra is a decent car and has been upgraded for 2017, including new looks and stylish materials. The Elantra rides unobtrusively and offers better-than-average performance.

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For regular usage and occasional highway runs, the SE Value Edition would be a perfect option since it offers all the optional features of the SE as standard. For the performance seeker out there, the Sport trim would suffice.

2017 Hyundai Elantra SE

SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)

Earlier Price: $5,994 (14 Nov 2024)

2018 Hyundai Elantra SEL

SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)

Earlier Price: $9,995 (12 Nov 2024)

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1st owner drove an estimated 13,263 miles/year
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Last serviced in Ottawa, KS on 07/13/24

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2017 Hyundai Elantra User Reviews

Overall Rating: 3.5 (2 Reviews)

Christine Morrissette

2017 Hyundai Elantra

••3.5

Posted On: March 1, 2024

My review on my 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT Sedan, named Elle (Ellie).

Pros
The fantastic gas mileage. It gets about 30 to the gallon., How amazing it handles and drives. For a 4 cylinder car, it's very responsive, and handles beautifully.

Cons
The motor mount on the front right/passenger side goes bad (Even the matching cars at pick-a-part were all missing that front right mount)., That things (i.e. our phones, glasses, etc.) fall on the siRead more

This is our first Hyundai, and it is definitely an enjoyable experience. She's stylish, on the inside and out, comfortable, runs and drives beautifully, and gets great gas millage. Performance: We have the 2.0L 4Cylinder engine, with auto-stick (optional ability to drive vehicle like a manual by selecting gears, just with out a clutch.) It's very responsive, with no hesitation or delay when... Read more

William castleman

2017 Hyundai Elantra

••3.5

Posted On: February 16, 2024

Amazing car

Pros
Gas mileage, Very roomy

Cons
No spare tire, And not push button start

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra is a fantastic choice for anyone in the market for a reliable, efficient, and comfortable compact sedan. With its stylish design, spacious interior, and excellent fuel economy, the Elantra offers great value for its price. The car's ride quality and handling are impressive, providing a smooth and comfortable driving experience. The interior is well-designed with high-q... Read more

2017 Hyundai Elantra Review

Pros

Roomy interior and supportive, comfortable seats
Plenty of user-friendly tech features
Available advanced safety technologies
Quiet cabin and compliant ride quality
New Eco model

Cons

Abundance of black plastic trim inside
Average acceleration
Not-so-impressive performance

Overview

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Pricing and Features
7.0/10

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra is a four-door compact sedan offered in four main trim levels: SE, Eco, Limited, and Sport. Pricing for the 2017 Elantra sedan starts at just $17,150 for an SE model with a six-speed manual transmission ($18,150 for an automatic). The Elantra Value Edition starts at $20,250 and incorporates the majority of the SE trim's optional features. The fuel-sipping Elantra Eco ($20,650) and zippy Elantra Sport ($21,650) are next, followed by the upscale Elantra Limited ($22,350).

Trim	SE	Sport	Eco	Limited	Value Edition
MSRP (Automatic)	$18,150	$22,750	$20,650	$22,350	$20,250
MSRP (Manual)	$17,150	$21,650	NA	NA	NA
Key Features	15-inch steel wheels	18-inch alloy wheels	It comes with the same equipment as the Value Edition but	It comes with everything found on the Value Edition plus	It's basically an SE with all of the above included as standard.
	air-conditioning	bigger brakes	without the sunroof.	LED taillights,17-inch alloy wheels	It also has a sunroof.
	cloth upholstery	xenon headlights	15-inch alloy wheels	adaptive xenon headlights / leather upholstery	(charge-only) USB port.
	a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel	sport-tuned suspension and steering		additional chrome body trim
	a 60/40-split-folding rear seatback	alloy pedals and a black headliner.		a power-adjustable driver seat
	a six-speaker sound system.	special front and rear fascias		Hyundai's Blue Link system and a second

The Popular gear package includes stuff, for example, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite radio, and a rearview camera. Also, if that is insufficient, you can simply move up to the Value Edition, which incorporates blind side checking with a raise cross-activity alarm, a cowhide wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, and double zone automatic atmosphere control.

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Engine and Performance
7.0/10

The Elantra SE, Value Edition, and Limited models are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 147 horsepower. It runs effortlessly and remains calm at higher speeds. Its power is adequate to move this Hyundai sedan around the city with ease and maintain triple-digit speeds out on the highways. In any case, you'll have to keep working the motor for climbing steep slopes or execute high-speed maneuvers.

On the other hand, the Elantra Eco features a 138-horsepower 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine, while the Elantra Sport packs a punchier 201-horsepower 1.6-liter engine. The Eco model feels somewhat more tractable than its minuscule horsepower rating would recommend. The 6-speed automatic unit does a great job and provides seamless shifts.

Models	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla(SE)
MSRP	$18,150	$18,095	$19,300	$20,445
Engine	2.0 L 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated	2.0 L 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated	2.0 L 4-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated	1.8 L 4-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic Transmission	6-Speed Automatic Transmission	6-Speed Automatic Transmission	CVT
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Power	147 hp @ 6200rpm	155 hp @ 6000rpm	147 hp @ 6200rpm	132 hp @ 6000rpm
Torque	132 lb-ft @ 4500rpm	150 lb-ft @ 4000rpm	132 lb-ft. @ 4500rpm	128 lb-ft @ 4400rpm

The Mazda Mazda3 makes the most power and torque figures here while the Kia Forte shares its power figures with the Elantra. The Toyota Corolla is the least powerful option here along with a rather disappointing CVT transmission.

2017 Hyundai Elantra Acceleration

It's hard to believe, but the Elantra is one heavy sedan that just refuses to accelerate effortlessly. The standard 2.0-liter engine is disappointing with some of the slowest 0-60 mph times in the class, while the Eco has good midrange power and feels a bit quicker. The 1.6-liter motor onboard the Sport trim is definitely quicker but all that extra performance comes at the cost of a reduced fuel economy.

Models	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla (SE)
0-60 MPH	8.1 sec	7.1 sec	8.7 sec	8.5 sec
Quarter mile	16.8 sec	15.6 sec	16.5 sec	15.5 sec
Engine	2.0-L 4-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated	2.0-L 4-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated	2.0-L 4-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated	1.8-L 4-Cylinder Naturally Aspirated

When compared to Mazda3 Sport, none of the competitors even touch the 0-60 mph time of just 7.1 seconds. The Hyundai Elantra is quicker than Kia's Forte and the Toyota Corolla (SE), but Mazda3 Sport proves to be the quickest.

2017 Hyundai Elantra ride & handling

The ride quality of the 2017 Elantra is quite sorted and compliant as per the segment standards and the sedan handles quite decently as well. The big let-down is the steering which requires to be worked upon more than usual to properly handle the car.

The drive modes do help in managing the driving experience decently and the Sport mode tries to offer you the best out of the sedan. The Sport trim, however, offers s completely different experience with its bigger wheels, better brakes, and sportier suspension tuning to justify the "Sport" badging and the substantial bump in the performance figures.

2017 Hyundai Elantra Braking

The Elantra SE comes equipped with a decent set of brakes and they do perform with consistency. The brake pedal travel is well contained and you'll feel confident while braking from higher speeds. The sedan does shed speed rather quickly and comes to a halt at an impressive 116 ft.

Model	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla (SE)
Brake Front	11"	11.02'	11"	10.8"
Brake Rear	8.0"	10.43"	10.3"	10.2"
Curb weight	2812 lbs.	2967 lbs.	2804 lbs.	2885 lbs.
60-0 MPH	116 ft	127 ft	127 ft	126 ft

Coming to the competitors, both the Mazda3 and the Kia Forte has similar braking performance along with similar brake sizes as well. The Toyota Corolla has a slightly better braking performance as compared to the Mazda3 and the Forte yet none of the competitors match up to the Elanttra's braking prowess.

Fuel Economy
9.1/10

What the Elantra sacrifices in power, it gains in the fuel economy. With a refined heart that encompasses a smooth gearbox and a front-wheel drive, the 2017 Elantra ensures that it travels a longer distance at the minimum expense of fuel. Numerically, the sedan does 29 miles to a gallon under city lights, while it can cruise with up to 38 MPG on the open country roads. Considering an amalgamation of both these conditions, 33 miles to a gallon is what the sedan offers in terms of combined fuel economy.

Model	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla (SE)
MPG (city)	29	28	29	28
MPG (highway)	38	37	38	35
MPG (combined)	33	32	32	31

Certainly, there is tough competition in this segment but Elantra SE manages to get itself tagged as the most fuel-efficient car in the crowd. Following the Hyundai up close are the Kia Forte, the Mazda 3, and the Toyota Corolla by offering almost identical fuel economy figures.

Interior
8.4/10

The Elantra's interior is definitely its USP. It's well made, appealing, and spacious. Also, all the controls are ergonomically placed, and getting in and out is a breeze. The gauges are splendid and straightforward too, and are hence anything but difficult to peruse straightaway. The door openings are sizable, so it's anything but difficult to get in and out of the Elantra for both front and rear passengers.

Talking about the seats, one of the reasons why the Elantra is peaceful is its well-cushioned and supportive seats. Only the front row is bucketed to ensure a comfortable driving position for the driver but is still a lot more convenient than most of the other manufacturers that offer bucket seats. A spec-wise classification will show you that the Sport trim will be a relatively rough ride than the others thanks to the alteration in seat cushioning and a stiffer suspension.

Model	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla (SE)
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Passenger Volume(ft cube) w/ sunroof	95.8	96.3	95	97.1
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	38.8/56.2/42.2	38.6/57.2/42.2	39.1/56.1/42.2	38.0/54.8/42.3
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	37.3/55.3/35.7	37.6/54.4/35.8	37.3/54.9/35.9	37.1/54.8/41.4

While most of the trims dress up the seats with fabric upholstery, the top two trims feature a leather appointment with a power-adjustable driver’s seat. Even ventilation and heating functions can be opted for through the top trim. However, irrespective of the presence of these plush amenities, the seats inside the Elantra can be thought of as adequately pleasing and agreeable.

2017 Hyundai Elantra Infotainment

The Elantra offers a substantial number of tech features, and the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto systems effectively integrate your cell phone into the vehicle's infotainment system. The entire thing is user-friendly, and there are various knobs and buttons that aid this whole experience.

The infotainment features are:

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
7-inch touch screen with navigation
Hyundai's Clari-Fi music restoration technology
Eight-speaker Infinity audio system
USB port
Satellite radio capability
Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity
Blue Link telematics system

2017 Hyundai Elantra Cargo Capacity

What small passenger cars offer is great practicality, and being a sedan there is no doubt the Elantra will please you in this respect. A big trunk, plenty of small-item storage spaces in the cabin, and a decent room in the back for child safety seats make the Elantra very utilitarian. Although, for a sedan, a 14.4 cu.-ft. of space may sound a little small, but the competition will let you understand that it is just the way things work.

Model	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla (SE)
Volume (ft cube)	14.4	12.4	14.9	13.0

Access to the trunk is great, the lift-over stature is low and the 14.4 cubic feet of capacity is close to the highest point of its class. Split-folding rear seats give you an added adaptability; however, you won't pull anything too huge in light of the sedan's body style.

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Exterior
8.1/10

Although the Elantra sedan is not as tall or long as its other competitors like Toyota Corolla (SE), it is the widest car in the segment. On the lighter side of things the Hyundai has a lighter body and looks catchy on the outside. Hyundai's fluidic design language works quite well with the sedan and the big front grille attracts quite a bit of attention at the first glimpse.

Model	Hyundai Elantra (SE)	Mazda Mazda3 Sport	Kia Forte (S)	Toyota Corolla (SE)
Curb weight(lbs)	2812	2967	2804	2885
Length(in)	179.9	180.3	179.5	183.1
Width(in)	70.9	70.7	70.1	69.9
Height(in)	56.5	57.3	56.3	57.3
Ground clearance(in)	5.3	6.1	5.3	6.7
Wheelbase(in)	106.3	106.3	106.3	106.3
Track width(in) F/R	61.5/61.9	61.2/61.4	61.3/61.7	59.8/59.9

When compared to the competition the Hyundai offers the lowest ground clearance tied with the Kia Forte although in practice you won't take any of these cars for off-roading adventures. Some of the key exterior features in the 2017 Hyundai Elantra are:

A wider, deeper grille
Boomerang-shaped LED running lights
Vertical door cuts
Rear roofline capped by LED taillights
LED daytime running lights
A trio of LED taillights per side
16-inch wheels
Heated side mirrors

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Safety
9.3/10

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra comes standard with minimal advanced safety features, however, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a rearview camera are all optional beginning with base models. The sedan also received some decent safety ratings from both the NHTSA and the IIHS to prove its safety stats within the segment.

Some of its features include:

Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Daytime Running Lights
Child Seat Anchors
Emergency Braking Assist
Adaptive Headlights
Engine Immobilizer
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Turn Signal Mirrors
2 Front Headrests
Tire Pressure Monitoring
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

Competition
9.0/10

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs 2017 Mazda Mazda3 Sport

The Mazda 3 delivers well-balanced handling and enjoyable driving dynamics across its entire range. While the Mazda3 is very fuel-efficient, it's not quite as frugal as the Elantra SE. You won't find features like Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in the Mazda3, which are optional even in base-level Elantras. The Mazda3 offers lots of advanced safety and driver assistance features. As with the Elantra, however, you'll have to reach high into the trim levels to gain the full suite

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs 2017 Kia Forte (S)

The Kia Forte is around $1150 costlier than its opponent despite the fact that both cars have the same engine displacement, power, and torque production. Elantra SE is quicker than Forte S by 0.6 seconds and has the best braking stats, whereas Forte S remains at the base. Both cars have almost equal fuel efficiency and exterior dimensions. Hyundai Elantra provides more interior and safety features (you might have to pay more for them) than Kia Forte S.

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs 2017 Toyota Corolla (SE)

The Elantra and Toyota Corolla are similar cars that provide generous and comfortable interior space Both cars earn great safety ratings. The Corolla doesn't feel as energetic to drive as the Elantra though, and with a starting price of $18,500, it costs more than the standard Elantra. The Corolla also doesn't offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto functionality; two helpful systems that mesh smartphone controls into the car's infotainment.

Toyota does have one major trump card, however. Every 2017 Corolla is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense, which includes forward-collision warnings, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure alerts as standard. That's unheard of in the compact car class and it provides excellent value for money.

Final Verdict

The 2017 Elantra offers a decent overall package if you consider its based trim but as you move up along the trim levels, you'll get more than what you pay for and the sedan truly impresses with its fuel economy and stylish design. There are some downsides to this sedan as well such as its average handling and unimpressive performance from the base motor. Overall, when compared with its immediate rivals, it does pose as a better option though.

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My review on my 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT Sedan, named Elle (Ellie).

ProsThe fantastic gas mileage. It gets about 30 to the gallon., How amazing it handles and drives. For a 4 cylinder car, it's very responsive, and handles beautifully.

Cons The motor mount on the front right/passenger side goes bad (Even the matching cars at pick-a-part were all missing that front right mount)., That things (i.e. our phones, glasses, etc.) fall on the siRead more

Amazing car

ProsGas mileage, Very roomy

Cons No spare tire, And not push button start

2017 Hyundai Elantra Review

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Pricing and Features7.0/10

Engine and Performance7.0/10

2017 Hyundai Elantra Acceleration

2017 Hyundai Elantra ride & handling

2017 Hyundai Elantra Braking

Fuel Economy9.1/10

Interior8.4/10

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Exterior8.1/10

Safety9.3/10

Competition9.0/10

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The fantastic gas mileage. It gets about 30 to the gallon., How amazing it handles and drives. For a 4 cylinder car, it's very responsive, and handles beautifully.

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The motor mount on the front right/passenger side goes bad (Even the matching cars at pick-a-part were all missing that front right mount)., That things (i.e. our phones, glasses, etc.) fall on the siRead more

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