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2017 Hyundai Elantra: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big news for 2017 is the fully redesigned, sixth-generation Elantra sedan, with a stiffer body, quieter cabin, new engines, and more safety and infotainment technology. The Elantra GT hatchback keeps its older design but receives a smaller equipment update.
About the 2017 Hyundai Elantra
Elantra sedan: 6th generation, first year. Elantra GT hatchback: prior-generation five-door, final model year before the all-new 2018 redesign.
Hyundai positioned the Elantra as a compact car that aimed to feel like a step up from the class norm. For sedan shoppers, the draw was roomy packaging, a quiet ride, strong value, and easy-to-use tech and safety features. For hatchback shoppers, the Elantra GT added extra cargo flexibility and a more eager driving feel. Across both body styles, the Elantra's core appeal was getting a lot of everyday usefulness and features without moving up to a larger car.
The sedan range runs from the straightforward SE to the fuel-focused Eco, leather-trimmed Limited, and performance-focused Sport, while the Elantra GT remains the practical five-door model. The Eco pairs a 1.4-liter turbo engine with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, while the Sport uses a 201-horsepower turbo engine and a handling-focused rear suspension. The SE Value Edition bundles popular comfort and technology features, including heated front seats, a sunroof, and a 7-inch touchscreen.
What changed, by category
Structural
The Elantra sedan moves to an all-new sixth-generation design with more high-strength steel, a stiffer body, more rear legroom, and a quieter cabin. The Elantra GT hatchback retains its prior-generation structure.
Powertrain
The redesigned sedan receives a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A new Eco trim adds a 1.4-liter turbo engine and seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, while the Sport moves to a 201-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo engine with a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Styling
The sedan receives a new exterior and cabin as part of its sixth-generation redesign. The Sport gets a more aggressive treatment inside and out, including 18-inch wheels, red interior stitching, and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
Safety
The redesigned sedan expands access to driver-assistance features. The Eco, SE Value Edition, and Limited include blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-change assistance.
Tech
The former Value Edition is renamed SE Value Edition and bundles a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The touchscreen becomes standard on the Limited and Sport, while the Elantra GT’s optional Tech package adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; the GT also gains a Value Edition package.
2017 Hyundai Elantra specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.4L | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd Shiftronic | Auto, 7-Spd EcoShft | Auto, 6-Spd Shiftronic | Auto, 7-Spd EcoShift | Auto, 6-Spd Shiftronic | Auto, 6-Spd Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 29 mpg | 32 mpg | 24 mpg | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 38 mpg | 40 mpg | 32 mpg | 30 mpg | 37 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 128 hp | 173 hp | 201 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 156 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.4 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 51 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 34.6 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Hill Start Assist | ||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| HID Headlights | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
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| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2017 Hyundai Elantra fully redesigned?
Yes, the 2017 Elantra sedan is the first year of the sixth generation. It has a new body, a stiffer structure, a quieter cabin, updated engines, and expanded safety and infotainment technology; the Elantra GT hatchback keeps the previous design.
Which trim joined the 2017 Hyundai Elantra lineup?
The Eco is the newly added 2017 Elantra trim. It combines a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, and everyday features such as heated front seats, smartphone integration, and blind-spot monitoring. The previous Value Edition continues under the SE Value Edition name.
What changed on the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport?
The 2017 Elantra Sport receives a 201-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo engine, a handling-focused independent rear suspension, and more aggressive interior and exterior details. It also has a standard 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Does the 2017 Hyundai Elantra have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, several 2017 Elantra trims have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through a 7-inch touchscreen, including the Eco, SE Value Edition, Limited, and Sport. The Elantra GT also gains both systems as part of its optional Tech package.
How different is the 2017 Elantra from the 2016 model?
The 2017 sedan is a major step beyond the 2016 model because it starts a new generation with a different body, updated engines, more rear legroom, a quieter cabin, and broader technology. The 2017 Elantra GT changes much less because it remains on the older hatchback design.
2017 Hyundai Elantra Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Hyundai Elantra.
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