For those who always wanted a Hyundai Elantra but don’t want the hot N version, your prayers have been answered. After a pretty lengthy hiatus, the more sensible and sober version of the compact sedan has returned to the country.
Expanding the Elantra range are the Hybrid, N Line, and GL variants of the sedan. It’s a brave decision for Hyundai Motor Philippines given that sedan sales have been at a steady decline. At the same time, though, it’s cool that the company is dipping its toes in the segment again.
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Like the N version, the all-new Philippine-spec Elantra benefits from the facelift that it received in late 2023. That includes sharper headlights, a redesigned grille, new bumpers, and minor aerodynamic enhancements. It might not be as loud and showy as the high-performance variant, but it’s a sharp-looking sedan nonetheless. The N Line then gets sportier bits with a more aggressive front bumper, side skirts, and a lower ride height.
Inside, it comes with a dual-screen layout with a customizable digital instrument panel display. Leatherette trim is present everywhere, and Hyundai made an effort to make the cabin feel upmarket. We’re also pleased to see physical buttons inside, although the screen itself is home to a wide variety of functions. Wireless connectivity is included, which is the norm in this segment nowadays.
Regardless of variant, the Elantra gets advanced driver-assist systems. It includes autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and even blind-spot cameras that activate when the turn signals are used. Of course, there’s a barrage of airbags in there, as well as traction and stability control.
Powering the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid is a 1.6-liter engine mated to a single electric motor and a 1.3kWh battery. It’s good for 139hp and 265Nm of torque. With figures like that, it’s more a competitor for the Altis HEV over the Civic e:HEV. As it’s a full hybrid, it’s coding exempt.
But for those who want more pep, Elantra N Line uses a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine. Setting its sights on the Civic RS Turbo, it produces 201hp and 265Nm. It then shifts with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
For those looking for something more economical, there’s the 1.6-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. This will be the base variant which starts at P1.065 million, while the range goes all the way up to P1,795,800 for the N Line trim. You can see the full prices below. What do you guys think of this new (sort of) offering from HMPH?
Hyundai Elantra 2025 Philippine prices:
- Hyundai Elantra N Line 7DCT – P1,795,800
- Hyundai Elantra HEV Premium 6DCT – P1,680,000
- Hyundai Elantra HEV GLS 6DCT – P1,480,000
- Hyundai Elantra GL 6AT – P1,140,000
- Hyundai Elantra GL 6AT STD – P1,065,000
