2019 Elantra’s Huge Gains Come With a Tiny Price Hike

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra will grace showrooms soon with an all-new look and technology that is sure to push this already popular sedan to new heights. Hyundai recently announced the full pricing and package details on the 2019 Elantra, and we’ve got the skinny.

The 2019 Elantra lineup will start with the SE trim that bases from $17,100 ($150 increase) with the six-speed manual transmission — an automatic gearbox will set you back an extra grand. Some of the key features in the base 2019 Elantra include a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, side curtain airbags, hill-start assist, rearview camera with dynamic lines, 15-inch steel wheels, projector headlights, power outside mirrors, keyless entry, Bluetooth, air conditioning, power windows and locks, tilt and telescoping wheel, AM/FM audio system with a 5-inch display and six speakers, and steering wheel audio controls. With the automatic transmission, the SE gains cruise control too.

Next up is the SEL trim, which runs $19,400 ($550 increase). This trim features all the SE automatic’s features plus automatic emergency braking lane-keep assist, driver attention warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic headlights, hood insulator, 16-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, a 7-inch display audio with HD Radio, SiriusXM, and six speakers, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.

The Elantra Value Edition will start from $20,400 ($700 increase) and, as its name implies, will add tons of value-focused equipment. On top of the Elantra SEL features, the Value Edition’s key additions include a power sunroof, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear cup holders, sunvisor extensions, one-touch driver window, proximity key with push-button start, courtesy lights, hands-free trunk release, heated front seats, and Blue Link.

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra ECO starts from $20,950 ($400 increase) and also builds upon the SEL trim. Its key additions include a 128-horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, a seven-speed EcoShift dual-clutch transmission, 15-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, one-touch driver window, proximity key with push-button start, courtesy lights hands-free trunk release, sunvisor extensions, tire mobility kit, dual USB charging.

2019 Hyundai Elantra

The 2019 Elantra Limited builds upon the SEL trim by adding a slew of luxury features. It costs $22,600 ($500 increase) and adds full-LED headlights and taillights, 17-inch alloy wheels, mirror-integrated turn signals, automatic high-beams, auto-dimming rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, dual USB ports, wireless charging pad, Blue Link, Infinity eight-speaker audio system with a subwoofer, gloss-black trim, dual-zone automatic climate control, proximity key with push-button start, hands-free trunk release, leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, power driver’s seat, and more.

2019 Hyundai Elantra

Buyers who want more luxury can go with the Limited Ultimate Package for $3,350. This adds to the limited trim navigation with an 8-inch touchscreen, blind-spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic collision warning, power sunroof, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, and position memory for driver’s seat.

2019 Hyundai Elantra

Topping the range is the Elantra Sport, which starts from $22,400 ($600 increase) with the six-speed manual transmission or $23,500 ($600 increase) with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. This trim again adds to the SEL with its standard 201-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged engine, multilink rear suspension, larger front rotors, sport-tuned suspension and steering, power sunroof, 18-inch alloy wheels, sport grille and side-sill extensions, LED headlights, daytime running lights and taillights, high-beam assist, mirror-integrated turn signals, sport front seats with smart heating, leather upholstery, proximity key with keyless ignition, hands-free smart trunk, sport gauge cluster, flat-bottom steering wheel with leather, alloy pedals, dual-USB charging, and more.

Tech up the Elantra Sport with the Sport Premium Package for an extra $2,250. This package adds navigation with an 8-inch touchscreen, Infinity eight-speaker audio system with subwoofer, Blue Link, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a universal garage door opener.

The 2019 Hyundai Elantra is hitting showrooms now.