Hyundai Drops The Elantra GT In The United States

Another car has bitten the dust as Hyundai is dropping the Elantra GT and Elantra GT N Line in the United States.

Hyundai didn’t say much about their deaths, but noted the models are being discontinued due to an “expanded SUV lineup that includes Venue and Kona.” The company also noted the Elantra GT N Line will effectively be replaced by the Elantra N Line.

Hyundai doesn’t breakdown sales of the Elantra, but it’s believed the Elantra GT was a slow seller in the United States. Elantra sales, in general, have also been declining in the U.S. as the company went from 241,706 units in 2015 to 175,094 units last year.

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While it’s death probably isn’t too surprising, the Elantra GT was one of few remaining five-door hatchbacks in the United States. However, pricing started at $20,650 which made it more expensive than the Kona and Venue.

The standard model was equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produced 161 hp (120 kW / 163 PS) and 150 lb-ft (203 Nm) of torque. It was connected to a six-speed automatic transmission which sent power to the front wheels.

The Elantra GT N Line featured a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 201 hp (150 kW / 203 PS) and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm) of torque. It could be paired to a six-speed manual or an optional seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

Of course, the standard Elantra was redesigned for 2021 and will go on sale this fall with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 147 hp (110 kW / 149 PS) and 132 lb-ft (179 Nm) of torque. Customers will also be able to opt for a new hybrid variant that has a combined output of 139 hp (104 kW / 141 PS) and an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 50+ mpg.