2026 Hyundai Elantra N (8-Speed DCT) - POV Test Drive (Binaural Audio)
Horsepower: 276 hp at 5,500–6,000 RPM (up to 286 hp with N Grin Shift)
Torque: 289 lb-ft from 2,100–4,700 RPM
Transmission: 8-speed wet dual-clutch automatic (DCT) with paddle shifters
0–60 MPH: Approximately 4.7 to 4.8 seconds
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (FWD) with an N Corner Carving Differential (electronic limited-slip differential)
Fuel Economy and Capacity
EPA Estimates (DCT): 20 MPG city / 27 MPG highway / 23 MPG combined
Fuel Tank Capacity: 12.4 gallons
Exclusive DCT Features
N Grin Shift (NGS): Temporarily boosts engine output by 10 horsepower for 20 seconds.
N Power Shift (NPS): Engages during acceleration to mitigate torque reduction upshifting.
N Track Sense Shift (NTS): Optimizes shift patterns automatically for track driving conditions.
Visit us at http://www.windingroad.com and http://www.windingroadracing.com
Get our videos delivered directly to your inbox with our magazine. Featuring car launch coverage, expert track driving tips, track car builds and more. New issues weekly and absolutely free! Subscribe: https://mailchi.mp/windingroad.com/xwt3a3nyky.
Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you'll feel like you're actually sitting in the driver's seat.
We upload new videos every week that give quick insight into what our weekly test cars look, feel, and sound like when they're being driven joyfully. If you haven't already, subscribe!
Who we are:
Winding Road Media presents automotive and racing products and information to car enthusiasts.
http://www.windingroadracing.com offers products and services for car enthusiasts and racers.
Our Racing Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/WindingRoadRacing
Winding Road Magazine is a free weekly online magazine written for the car enthusiast, with an intelligent, entertaining perspective. Visit us at http://www.windingroad.com
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/windingroadmag
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/WindingRoadMag/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/windingroadmag
Horsepower: 276 hp at 5,500–6,000 RPM (up to 286 hp with N Grin Shift)
Torque: 289 lb-ft from 2,100–4,700 RPM
Transmission: 8-speed wet dual-clutch automatic (DCT) with paddle shifters
0–60 MPH: Approximately 4.7 to 4.8 seconds
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (FWD) with an N Corner Carving Differential (electronic limited-slip differential)
Fuel Economy and Capacity
EPA Estimates (DCT): 20 MPG city / 27 MPG highway / 23 MPG combined
Fuel Tank Capacity: 12.4 gallons
Exclusive DCT Features
N Grin Shift (NGS): Temporarily boosts engine output by 10 horsepower for 20 seconds.
N Power Shift (NPS): Engages during acceleration to mitigate torque reduction upshifting.
N Track Sense Shift (NTS): Optimizes shift patterns automatically for track driving conditions.
Visit us at http://www.windingroad.com and http://www.windingroadracing.com
Get our videos delivered directly to your inbox with our magazine. Featuring car launch coverage, expert track driving tips, track car builds and more. New issues weekly and absolutely free! Subscribe: https://mailchi.mp/windingroad.com/xwt3a3nyky.
Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you'll feel like you're actually sitting in the driver's seat.
We upload new videos every week that give quick insight into what our weekly test cars look, feel, and sound like when they're being driven joyfully. If you haven't already, subscribe!
Who we are:
Winding Road Media presents automotive and racing products and information to car enthusiasts.
http://www.windingroadracing.com offers products and services for car enthusiasts and racers.
Our Racing Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/WindingRoadRacing
Winding Road Magazine is a free weekly online magazine written for the car enthusiast, with an intelligent, entertaining perspective. Visit us at http://www.windingroad.com
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/windingroadmag
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/WindingRoadMag/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/windingroadmag/