5 Reasons to Get Excited About the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT

by Heritage Hyundai Towson

The versatile hatchback is full of surprises

Redefining what a hatchback can be, the upcoming 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT offers creature comforts, plenty of power, and advanced technology that will turn any trip into an adventure. In fact, there are so many great reasons to consider the new Elantra GT that we found it challenging to narrow it down to the top five.

1) 1.6L turbo engine

If power is what you’re looking for, you’ll want the available 1.6-liter 4-cylinder with 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The standard 4-cylinder 2.0-liter engine delivers a respectable 162 horsepower. Both come with a six-speed manual transmission. The Elantra GT Sport offers the option of a seven-speed dual clutch automatic.

2) Advanced tech features

Stay connected wherever you are with advanced tech features like smartphone integration, Bluetooth®, and the standard 8-inch touchscreen. Available wireless device charging means you’ll never run out of battery again.

3) Driver assistance features

It’s like having an extra set of eyes on the road. Hyundai’s available driver assistance features include Blind Spot Detection with Rear-cross traffic alert, Lane Keep Assist, Attention Assist, plus Smart Cruise Control with stop/start capability and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection.

4) Interior comfort and convenience

Standard interior features include power windows and locks, steering wheel mounted controls, cargo area hooks, and a 12V outlet. Add the available panoramic sunroof and the auto-dimming rearview mirror with Blue Link®, HomeLink®, and compass, and your road trip just got a lot more fun.

5) Versatile hatch

The Elantra GT’s cargo area has an impressive 25 cubic feet of space. Fold down the 60/40 split rear seats and that increases to 55 cubic feet. That’s more than both the 2017 Civic Hatchback and 2017 Volkswagen Golf.

Look for the new 2018 Elantra GT to arrive at our showroom this summer at Heritage Hyundai Towson. To learn more, contact us today.

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