Hyundai Elantra N: price, 276-hp turbo, manual vs DCT and recalls

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The 2026 Hyundai Elantra N is a front-wheel-drive performance sedan priced at $35,100 with a 6-speed manual or $36,600 with an 8-speed wet dual-clutch, before $1,245 freight. Both use a 276-hp, 289 lb-ft 2.0L turbo four with an electronic limited-slip differential. EPA rates the manual at 24 mpg combined and the DCT at 23.

Type: Compact performance sedan, front-wheel drive
Price (MSRP): $35,100–$36,600 (2026 MY) · MSRP from Hyundai's 26MY Elantra price list effective Oct. 9, 2025, excluding $1,245 freight. Low = Elantra N MT, high = Elantra N DCT; premium paint colors add $500.[1]
Powertrains: Elantra N MT, Elantra N DCT · 276 hp
Current generation: First generation, 2022–present

Hyundai Elantra N engines, horsepower and mpg

Hyundai's 2026 spec sheet rates the 1,998-cc engine at 276 hp from 5,500–6,000 rpm and 289 lb-ft from 2,100–4,700 rpm. EPA ratings changed starting with the 2024 model year: 2022–2023 cars were rated 22/31/25 mpg (manual) and 20/30/23 mpg (DCT).

Hyundai Elantra N powertrains with Hyundai-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
Version	Engine	Horsepower	Torque (lb-ft)	Transmission	Drive	EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
Elantra N MTElantra N MT	2.0L turbocharged direct-injected inline-4[1][2][3]	276	289	6-speed manual with rev-matching	Front-wheel drive	21/29/242026 MY[3]
Elantra N DCTElantra N DCT	2.0L turbocharged direct-injected inline-4[1][2][4]	276	289	N 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission	Front-wheel drive	20/27/232026 MY[4]

Output is as rated by Hyundai; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Elantra N vs Elantra N Line

The N Line is a sport-styled Elantra with a smaller turbo engine; the N is the full performance model.[1][2]

Elantra N vs Elantra N Line
	Elantra N Line	Elantra N
2026 MSRP (excl. $1,245 freight)	$29,400	$35,100–$36,600
Engine	1.6L turbo I4	2.0L turbo I4
Output	201 hp / 195 lb-ft	276 hp / 289 lb-ft
Transmission	7-speed DCT	6-speed manual or 8-speed wet DCT

The N costs $5,700 more than the N Line in manual form.
Only the N offers a manual in 2026; the N Line is dual-clutch only.

Elantra N manual vs DCT: what's different?

Both versions use the same 276-hp engine and front-wheel drive. The DCT costs $1,500 more on Hyundai's 2026 price list ($36,600 vs $35,100) and adds paddle shifters, N Grin Shift and N Power Shift; Hyundai lists the power sunroof as DCT only.

The manual is the more efficient choice on paper: EPA rates the 2026 manual at 21/29/24 mpg and the DCT at 20/27/23 mpg. The manual has rev-matching, controlled by a REV button on the steering wheel.[1][3][4]

What performance hardware comes standard?

There is one trim per transmission, so the performance hardware is the same on both. Hyundai's 2026 price list includes:

N Corner Carving Differential (electronic limited-slip differential)
Electronically Controlled Suspension and variable exhaust valve system
14.2-inch front and 12.4-inch rear ventilated brake rotors
19-inch forged wheels with 245/35R19 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S summer tires
N Grin Control System drive modes and N Light Sport bucket seats
10.25-inch navigation screen with Bose audio
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Elantra N recalls by model year

NHTSA lists these Hyundai recalls that name the Elantra N. Run the VIN through nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm a specific car's repairs are done.

22V746 (2022): the transmission's fail-safe limp mode may not work after an oil pump malfunction, causing a loss of drive power. Dealers inspect or replace the transmission and update software.
24V528 (2022–2023): the fuel pump may fail, causing a loss of drive power. Dealers update engine software and replace the pump as needed.
22V632 (2022): the driver's air bag cover emblem may detach when the bag deploys.
24V879 (2022): the rearview camera image may not display.
26V254 (2025): B-pillar impact sensors may be misassembled, which can delay air bag deployment.
26V693 (2026): wheel lug nuts may loosen; this campaign covers 17 vehicles across several models.
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What to check on a used Elantra N

For 2022–2023 cars, confirm the fuel-pump recall (24V528) is complete, and on 2022 cars also the transmission recall (22V746). Expect summer tires as factory equipment: Hyundai fits Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires on 19-inch forged wheels, so check tread and whether a previous owner switched to all-season rubber.[9][8][1]

Hyundai Elantra N generations by year

Every US Hyundai Elantra N generation with model years and engines, newest first
Generation	US model years	Engines	Notes
First generation	2022–present	2.0L turbo I4, 276 hp / 289 lb-ft; 6-speed manual or 8-speed wet DCT	EPA first lists the Elantra N for the 2022 model year, with a 6-speed manual and an 8-speed dual-clutch from launch. EPA ratings dropped slightly from 2024 (manual 25 to 24 mpg combined). Hyundai's 2025 price sheet listed $34,350 (MT) and $35,850 (DCT); the October 2025 list for 2026 rose to $35,100 and $36,600.[5][6][3][7][1]

What Elantra N buyers actually paid

MSRP is the starting point, not the transaction price. These CarWhere pages show buyer-reported prices and dealer invoice estimates for the Hyundai Elantra N.

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See how an Elantra N was built at the factory.

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Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Elantra N have?

Hyundai rates the 2026 Elantra N's 2.0L turbo four at 276 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque, with either transmission.

How much is a 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?

Hyundai's October 2025 price list shows $35,100 for the manual and $36,600 for the DCT, plus $1,245 freight. Premium paint colors add $500.

Is the Elantra N available with a manual?

Yes. A 6-speed manual with rev-matching is offered alongside an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.

What gas mileage does the Elantra N get?

EPA rates the 2026 manual at 21 city/29 highway/24 combined mpg and the DCT at 20/27/23 mpg.

Is the Elantra N all-wheel drive?

No. Every US Elantra N is front-wheel drive, with an electronically controlled limited-slip differential.

Does the Elantra N have recalls?

Yes. The biggest are a fuel pump recall for 2022–2023 cars (24V528) and a transmission fail-safe recall for 2022 cars (22V746). Check any VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Hyundai for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

26MY Elantra Pricing (effective Oct 9, 2025) — Hyundai Motor America, HyundaiNews.com
2026 Elantra Specifications & Features (July 2025) — Hyundai Motor America, HyundaiNews.com
EPA fuel economy: 2026 Hyundai Elantra N 2.0L turbo, 6-speed manual — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
EPA fuel economy: 2026 Hyundai Elantra N 2.0L turbo, 8-speed DCT — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
EPA fuel economy: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N 2.0L turbo, 6-speed manual — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
EPA fuel economy: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N 2.0L turbo, 8-speed DCT — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
2025 Pricing: Elantra N (effective June 12, 2025) — Hyundai Motor America, HyundaiNews.com
Recall 22V746: Loss of Drive Power — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 24V528: Loss of Drive Power from Fuel Pump Failure — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 22V632: Improperly Welded Air Bag Cover Emblem May Detach — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 24V879: Rearview Image May Not Display — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 26V254: Misassembled Air Bag Sensors — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 26V693: Wheel May Detach — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
NHTSA recalls dataset (6axg-epim), Hyundai Motor America campaigns — U.S. DOT / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)

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