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2019 Hyundai Elantra: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2019 is a substantial mid-cycle refresh for the Elantra sedan, led by redesigned front and rear styling and more standard driver-assistance features. The Elantra GT hatchback changes less, though the sporty N Line joins the lineup.
About the 2019 Hyundai Elantra
6th-generation Elantra family (AD); the sedan is in its mid-cycle refresh year, while the Elantra GT hatchback is in year two of its redesign.
Hyundai positions the Elantra family as a value-focused compact car line with more variety than many rivals. The sedan is the mainstream choice for commuting, daily family use, and strong feature content for the money, while the Elantra GT hatchback adds extra cargo flexibility and a more European driving feel. Across both body styles, Hyundai leans on easy-to-use tech, a generous warranty, and a lineup that ranges from basic transportation to fuel-saving and sporty turbo trims.
The sedan lineup ranges from the straightforward SE to the leather-trimmed Limited, with the fuel-focused Eco and 201-hp turbocharged Sport filling distinct roles. The GT hatchback emphasizes cargo usefulness and an 8-inch touchscreen, while the new 201-hp GT N Line adds sportier styling, sharper steering and suspension tuning, and heated leather sport seats.
What changed, by category
Styling
Elantra sedans receive redesigned front and rear styling. The new GT N Line also brings its own sportier exterior and cabin details.
Safety
Driver-assistance features spread deeper into the sedan lineup. SEL and higher trims gain forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and driver attention warning as standard; automatic high beams become standard on Limited.
Tech
The sedan gets a revised center-stack layout. SE gains a standard rearview camera with a 5-inch screen, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and steering-wheel audio controls, while Limited gains standard premium audio.
Structural
The new GT N Line receives retuned suspension and steering plus stiffer powertrain mounts for sharper responses.
2019 Hyundai Elantra specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 7-Spd EcoShift Dual Clutch w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 7-Spd EcoShift Dual Clutch w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 32 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | 23 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 36 mpg | 40 mpg | 37 mpg | 32 mpg | 30 mpg | 37 mpg | 37 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 128 hp | 147 hp | 161 hp | 201 hp | 201 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 156 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 150 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.4 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 55.1 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 55.1 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft | 14.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 34.8 in | 35.7 in | 34.8 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||||
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| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||||
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| Premium Audio | ||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Heated Front 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 2019 Hyundai Elantra fully redesigned?
No. The 2019 Elantra sedan receives a substantial mid-cycle refresh rather than a full redesign. Its front and rear styling, center-stack layout, and safety equipment change, while the basic sixth-generation design continues.
What safety features changed on the 2019 Hyundai Elantra?
Driver-assistance features become standard on more 2019 Elantra sedan trims. SEL and higher trims gain forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and driver attention warning; the SE gains a standard rearview camera.
Did the 2019 Elantra GT hatchback get the same refresh as the sedan?
No. The major exterior and dashboard refresh applies to the 2019 Elantra sedan. The GT hatchback changes less, with the new sport-focused N Line serving as its main update.
What is new about the 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT N Line?
The 2019 Elantra GT N Line is a newly added sporty hatchback trim and Hyundai’s first U.S. N Line model. It pairs a 201-hp turbocharged engine with retuned suspension and steering, stiffer powertrain mounts, larger brakes, and model-specific sport details.
Is the 2019 Hyundai Elantra meaningfully different from the 2018 model?
Yes, especially in sedan form. The 2019 sedan has noticeably different front and rear styling, a revised center stack, and much broader standard safety equipment, while the hatchback’s main change is the addition of the GT N Line.
2019 Hyundai Elantra Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Hyundai Elantra.
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2019 Hyundai Elantra
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“It is a practical and fun vehicle to drive. From the research that I did, it was the best deal available at the time.”
“Fun small car to drive. Good acceleration and gas mileage. Good entertainment system. Nice external styling. Very nice leather seats.”