Hyundai introduced the Elantra for the 1991 model year, but at that time, even this now well-regarded model was considered a throw-away econobox at best. Hyundai has evolved as a brand a lot over the last 31 years, as has its long-running Elantra nameplate, which entered its sixth generation for the 2016 model year. As was the case with the previous-gen model, the new Elantra has been expected to spawn a GT model, and sure enough, Hyundai is set to debut it at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show. Details at this time are scant, but from the few images released, we can see that it will have its own unique grille and front fascia, to go with a few unique interior enhancements as well. Unfortunately, it will probably bear the same 2.0-liter engine found in the entry-level Elantra, so it’s not likely that there will be anything special happening under the hood, but we could be in for a surprise.
As a hatchback model, the new Elantra GT will have its work cut out for it on the market. After all, the Elantra GT doesn’t exactly spring to mind when someone mentions hot hatches, despite the fact that it competes against some strong models like the Mazda3 and Ford Focus hatchback, among others. So, will the new Elantra GT have what it takes to drive folks into Hyundai dealers for the brand’s latest hatch? Keep reading to see what we think about the images that we’ve seen so far.
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