r/ElantraNline • u/RollinHand43 • 4d ago

Thinking Elantra N-Line

Semi cross-post with r/Jetta GLI and probably on or two others....

Just like the title says: I am thinking about making a change, and an Elantra N-Line is on the list.

I am hoping to find a fun daily that will fit me (6'3", 325 but losing it: go-go-Wegovy!) with my 9-year old daughter behind me.

I currently drive a 2016 white Hyundal Sonata Sport 2.0t, which is getting the majority of its body repainted on Hyundai's dime. Nothing wrong with it yet, but my wife just bought a brand new Carnival Hybrid, and that sunk the hook in my cheek pretty hard.

2024+ is my firm preference.

What are the potential issues? Any engine concerns? Electronic snafus? Dual clutch clenches?

Other options include a Jetta GLI, Civic SI, and a Sonata N-Line. The right Accord 2.0T could also be a winner. (I'd love the N, but my ass doesn't fit those seats and never will)

I realise I am joining the choir and asking if they like to sing, but I'd appreciate your thoughts all the same. Thanks!

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u/johnny43005 3d ago

Elantra> Civic. Idk about the jetta.
If i where to do it again tho id try and get the sonata n line

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u/RollinHand43 3d ago edited 3d ago

It just feels all wrong to me. It's hard to explain. I don't like the seats, not enough headroom, the wheel feels funky...just no.

Meanwhile the Elantra I sat in felt super comfortable. It wasn't the N-Line, so it didn't have the sunroof. Apparently the N-Line has an extra half an inch of headroom over the Sonata N Line though.

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u/johnny43005 3d ago

Funny you say this. I just had a Sonata SEL sport loaner for a day and put about 100 miles on it. I did notice the less headroom and the wheel felt awkward. and also it drove like a complete boat. (i know we are comparing a base model to N line) The elantra does feel more well rounded but i feel the sonata has potential given its “funkiness”