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Hyundai ELANTRA N vs. Volkswagen Golf GTI

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA N and Volkswagen Golf GTI contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai ELANTRA N and the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

When comparing the Hyundai ELANTRA N's and the Volkswagen Golf GTI's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA N has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA N's and the Volkswagen Golf GTI's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA N is a better car than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Pricing: A used 2025 Hyundai ELANTRA N ranges from $29,984 to $37,275 while a used 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced between $33,860 to $41,026. For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA N's price is between $35,123 and $37,760, with the Volkswagen Golf GTI priced between $33,305 and $42,915.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA N loses 40.9 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Golf GTI loses 41.4 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai ELANTRA N retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA N’s base engine makes 276 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf GTI base engine makes 241 horsepower. The ELANTRA N is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 360 miles. The Golf GTI is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Golf GTI the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai ELANTRA N. The ELANTRA N uses premium unleaded, and the Golf GTI uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA N has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The Volkswagen Golf GTI has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

35123 - 37760

Starting MSRP:

34250

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

28470

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

21590 - 47100

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

33305 - 42915

Starting MSRP:

32445

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

28470

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

21590 - 47100

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

33480

Price Range:

29984 - 37275

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

30314

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

22070 - 52316

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

37233

Price Range:

33860 - 41026

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

30314

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

22070 - 52316

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

14235

Depreciation %:

0.41562448

Resale Value $:

20015

Residual Value %:

0.58437552

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)

0.3979908

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)

0.31796157 - 0.42854561

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

13737

Depreciation %:

0.42338168

Resale Value $:

18708

Residual Value %:

0.57661832

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)

0.3979908

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)

0.31796157 - 0.42854561

Hyundai ELANTRA N Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Volkswagen Golf GTI Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

7.6 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ELANTRA N

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

12.4

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

8.8 - 16.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Golf GTI

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

12.4

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

8.8 - 16.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.032



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.169870015050136

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

1.8 - 28.7

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.8108517430028832

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

1.8 - 28.7

Hyundai ELANTRA N Rankings

Best Small Cars for Tall People

3 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

3 / 37

Most Comfortable Small Cars

4 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 37

Most Affordable Small Cars

19 / 22

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

21 / 37

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

29 / 37

Volkswagen Golf GTI Rankings

Best Small Cars Under $35k

1 / 3

Most Reliable Small Cars Under $35k

1 / 3

Best Family Small Cars

7 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Cargo Space

8 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

8 / 37

Most Reliable Small Cars

12 / 37

Best Small Cars for the Money

13 / 22

Safest Small Cars

14 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

15 / 37

Best Small Cars

17 / 37

Most Affordable Small Cars

17 / 22

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

18 / 37

Best Small Cars for Tall People

23 / 37

Most Comfortable Small Cars

25 / 37

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

30 / 37

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Hyundai ELANTRA N Trim Levels

Base

Volkswagen Golf GTI Trim Levels

Autobahn, S, SE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

276 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

289 foot-lbs @ 2100 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.087 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

241 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

273 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.076 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


21 / 29 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

260 / 360 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


24 / 32 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

317 / 422 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

14.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

113.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.9 inches

Cargo Space:

19.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

111.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3186 lbs

Width:

71.9 inches

Height:

55.7 inches

Length:

185.4 inches

Wheelbase:

107.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3183 lbs

Width:

81.6 inches

Height:

57.7 inches

Length:

168.9 inches

Wheelbase:

103.6 inches

Ground Clearance:

4.7 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

245/35R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 inches

Wheel Type:

polished aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

P225/40R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Abyss Black Pearl

Blue

Intense Blue Pearl / Performance Blue

Gray

Cyber Gray Metallic

Red

Ultimate Red Pearl

White

Atlas White

Silver

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Mythos Black Metallic

Blue

Slate Blue Metallic

Gray

Moonstone Gray

Red

Kings Red Metallic

White

Opal White Pearl

Silver

Alpine Silver Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Black w/Blue Stitching

Interior Colors

Black

Titan Black/Scalepaper Plaid

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