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8-Speed AutomaticFWD23 MPG
25 MPG
2022 Hyundai Elantra N Performance
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The Elantra N lives up to the promise made by that badge. Its 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers a potent 276 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque. However, when equipped with the dual-clutch transmission, the N Grin Shift (NGS) function unleashes another 10 hp (increasing power to 286 hp) for a 20-second burst that maximizes performance. That's a lot of power going to the front wheels, but the Elantra N puts it down like a true professional. A six-speed manual gearbox is also available. With the DCT gearbox and launch control, the 0-60 sprint is done and dusted in only five seconds. The manual doesn't get a launch control function so isn't as fast, but it's fast enough to have fun, managing the same 60 mph dash in 5.3 seconds. Chasing the upper reaches of the rev range and the car's top speed emits plenty of cracks and pops from the exhaust system, which only adds to the fun.2022 Elantra N Performance Photos
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The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine in the Elantra N doles out 276 hp and 289 lb-ft, with the peak torque being available between 2,100 and 4,700 rpm. The turbocharged engine provides lots of power and character. It's a pleasing noise and better than most four-pots in this regard. Hyundai offers the Elantra N with a choice of two transmissions, these being a six-speed manual or an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. Though it pains us to say it, we preferred the DCT. We wouldn't fault anyone for choosing the manual, but the super-light clutch felt a bit vague under our foot and the shifter couldn't match the notchy goodness of the Civic Type R or Toyota GR 86. On the plus side, the manual's rev-matching feature is excellent, helping even a novice driver nail the perfect downshifts. On the Sonoma Raceway in California, we felt more confident with the optional eight-speed DCT. Even when left in automatic mode, the transmission never missed a beat, shifting at the perfect time no matter what. This left us more brainpower to focus on hitting the perfect apex, rather than missing a shift. DCT-equipped cars also gain a cool N Grin Shift function, which puts the transmission into maximum attack and overboosts the engine to produce 10 extra horsepower for 20 seconds. Push the red steering wheel-mounted button on the road, and the Elantra N feels like it just received a nitrous shot.2022 Hyundai Elantra N Performance Specs
Hyundai Elantra N TrimsHyundai Elantra N EnginesHyundai Elantra N HorsepowerHyundai Elantra N TransmissionsHyundai Elantra N DrivetrainsHyundai Elantra N MPG/MPGE N2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas276 hp @ 5500 rpm6-Speed Manual8-Speed AutomaticFWD23 MPG
25 MPG