2017
Hyundai Elantra GT

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$19,800

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Available trims

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Manual

Starts at

$18,800

24 City / 32 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Regular Unleaded I-4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Auto

Starts at

$19,800

24 City / 32 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Regular Unleaded I-4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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Notable features

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity available

New Value Edition Package

Five-seat four-door hatchback

Manual or automatic transmission

Heated and ventilated front seats available

The good & the bad

The good

Sleek styling

Interior materials

Multimedia screen graphics

Cargo versatility

The bad

Gas mileage

Dated folding-backseat design

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Expert 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT review

Our expert's take

By Cars.com editors

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What it is: The Hyundai Elantra GT is a sporty four-door hatchback. It's powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Competitors include hatchback versions of the Ford Focus and Mazda3.

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity are now included with the Tech Package. A new Value Edition Package includes 17-inch alloy wheels, leather upholstery, a power driver's seat, heated front seats, keyless access with push-button start, foglights and automatic headlights.

Significant Standard Features

173-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Six-speed manual transmission
Front-wheel drive
Seats up to five
60/40-split folding backseat
Cruise control
Remote keyless entry
Heated side mirrors
Bluetooth connectivity
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

Six-speed automatic transmission
Panoramic sunroof
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather upholstery
Heated and ventilated front seats
Power driver’s seat
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
Navigation system
Backup camera
17-inch alloy wheels

2017 Hyundai Elantra GT review: Our expert's take

Significant Standard Features

173-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Six-speed manual transmission
Front-wheel drive
Seats up to five
60/40-split folding backseat
Cruise control
Remote keyless entry
Heated side mirrors
Bluetooth connectivity
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

Six-speed automatic transmission
Panoramic sunroof
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather upholstery
Heated and ventilated front seats
Power driver’s seat
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
Navigation system
Backup camera
17-inch alloy wheels

Safety review

Based on the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 5/5
Combined side rating front seat: 5/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4/5
Overall side crash rating: 5/5
Rollover rating: 4/5
Side barrier rating: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

10.9%

Risk of rollover

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

10.9%

Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

5 years / 60,000 miles

Corrosion

7 years

Powertrain

10 years / 100,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

Less than 80,000 miles; less than 7 years old (currently MY18- MY24)

Basic

Remainder of the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. From original in-service date and zero (0) miles.

Dealer certification

173-point inspection

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By Clara pushman from Crownpoint IN.

Owns this car

October 21, 2022

The worst

This car sucks ..awful in winter never will buy again..nothing good about it ..nothing more to say it’s just a awful vehicle..dangerous in winter never again ..thanks!

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

Comfort 4.0

Interior 2.0

Performance 1.0

Value 2.0

Exterior 1.0

Reliability 1.0

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By Trevtrev from Billings, MT

Owns this car

March 5, 2022

Great purchase

Truly an amazing car. Extremely dependable and decent gas mileage. Spacious for its size. Went on a 4000 mile road trip with it. Handles great in snow with the FWD

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT?

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT is available in 1 trim level:

(2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT?

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT reliable?

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT owners.

Is the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT. 97.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5

Based on 40 reviews

Comfort: 4.7
Interior: 4.6
Performance: 4.5
Value: 4.6
Exterior: 4.7
Reliability: 4.6

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