Not everyone wants to drive an appliance, but although many of us would love to be able to afford something like a Porsche, that’s just not a reality. But there’s hope, for those drivers that want to add a bit more fun than the typical forgettable compact sedan there are few more memorable models, like the VW Jetta GLI and Honda Civic Si. Although Honda and VW have dominated the compact sport segment for years, Hyundai is jumping in the sporty compact segment with models, like the Veloster Turbo and the new 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport. The Veloster is Hyundai’s answer to the compact sport hatch, but can the Elantra Sport rival the Civic Si sedan? Here are the five things you need to know about the 2017 Elantra Sport:
5The Elantra Sport starts at $22,485
The 2017 Elantra Sport isn’t the most expensive Elantra available and starts at a reasonable $22,485. If you add the optional 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the base price jumps to $23,585. That price will get you standard 18-inch alloy wheels, leather seats and heated front seats. To compare, the Civic sedan with the turbocharged engine starts at $22,375 for the manual version, but that doesn’t include leather seats.
Wrap Up:
The 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport gives compact sedan buyers another option if they want something a bit sportier than the typical compact sedan can provide. With its turbocharged engine and sport tuned suspension, the 2017 Elantra Sport is a fun sedan that should be at the top of your list. If you we’re hoping the Elantra Sport would be a good alternative to the VW Jetta GLI or Honda Civic Si, then you might be slightly disappointed, but the Elantra Sport not only costs less than both, but is easily the better all around package with its low starting price, luxury features and fun turbocharged engine.
