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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 2.0L 4-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 20 / 27 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,550 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 392 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $34,415–$44,629 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N is a sports that earns a Carivo score of 8.0/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 8.8/10, while Safety at 7.4/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.9/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.4/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.8/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sportss to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.1/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $34,415–$44,629, 25 MPG, seating 5, the Hyundai Elantra N sits in the mid-market bracket of the sports segment. Its value score of 8.0/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good sports should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N ranks #68 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 79% of the segment. Its 8.0/10 overall score is 0.3 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $34,415 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $46,090 by about 25%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Across the Elantra N model years we've scored, the 2024 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.1/10 | $35,447 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.1/10 | $35,447 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 8.0/10 | $34,415 | |
| 2023 | 8.0/10 | $33,382 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $32,350 | Read review → |
We rate the 2024 Hyundai Elantra N's reliability 7.9/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class.
It scores 8.0/10 overall, ranking #68 of 316 sportss in our database (better than 79% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2024 Hyundai Elantra N starts at $34,415 and ranges up to $44,629 across trims (MSRP when new). At 25 MPG, expect roughly $2,100/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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