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2021 Hyundai Elantra is armed with heaps of style and tech

The 2021 Hyundai Elantra is a standout in the compact sedan segment with seriously sharp styling and a hefty helping of tech.

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Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
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For 2021, the Hyundai Elantra is all-new featuring wild styling and a host of technology features.

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On the outside, the Elantra stands out with a big grille, skinny headlights, fast roofline and sharp body lines.

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All standard versions of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra are powered by a 2.0-liter I4 making 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. 

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Routing power to the front wheels is a continuously variable transmission that helps the Elantra SEL return an EPA-estimated 31 miles-per-gallon in the city and 41 mpg on the highway.

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This particular Elantra SEL rides on 17-inch wheels wrapped with Kumho Majesty Solus all-season tires. 

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On the inside, the Elantra features cloth seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and sunroof. 

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To handle infotainment, there's an 8-inch center touchscreen controlling an eight-speaker Bose audio system and Bluetooth. 

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The Elantra SEL also comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities.

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Also available in the Elantra SEL is a 10.2-inch LCD gauge cluster that features different design themes for each drive mode. 

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The 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL starts at $21,905, which includes $1,005 for destination. 

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