The Elantra’s interior follows standard modern car conventions in that it has an aesthetic, but you’ll have to consult a designer to find out exactly what it’s like. Whatever you call it, it works well and gives the cabin a modern feel without being particularly crowded.
But ask me again what I think in 10 years. It is the center console that does its best to integrate all possible functions into one area, even if any part is busy, and it is the center console that does the job well, even if some people search for a particular utility for a long time Very rarely.
In terms of functionality, it is spacious in both the front and rear, and the visibility from the driver’s seat is also noteworthy. That’s eloquent, isn’t it?
What’s happening with technology?
If you choose the base model, you get the familiar analog gauge set and an 8-inch touchscreen for infotainment functions, while most trims feature a 10.3-inch digital information screen with another 10.3-inch touchscreen next to it. Screen included. There’s also a glass element to the left of the gauge cluster that looks like it’s doing something, but it’s not. Seriously, this isn’t a placeholder or anything, it’s just extra plastic.
This may not sound like a proper compliment, but the technique is fairly benign and works without much fuss. This is a good thing in that it does its job seamlessly without any fuss or slurs. The screen is bigger, giving you more space to work with, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the board. Meanwhile, many standard safety features, such as automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, work just under the skin.
What is the difference with the N version?
The inside of the Elantra N looks like the one above, filled with BMW M parts. Hey, if you’re going to look over someone’s shoulder and imitate it, why not have one of the class presidents do it? If they are carrying a message from Bima, they are not hiding it very well. Of course, we don’t call it “N”.
All kidding aside, the similarities are more than superficial. Similar to the Bimmer’s M button, the steering wheel-mounted N switch is a hotkey to custom configurations of many systems, including throttle response, stability control, and suspension behavior. For Elantras with manual gearboxes, rev matching is included but off by default, but can be toggled on or off at any time with the big red “rotate” button on the steering wheel. .
