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Looks nice but not interested if it doesn't come in hatchback.
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I agree with you w/o an LSD they don't have much competition... Except they offer an auto. But I LOVE how aggressive this car is, I can't wait for the N
I liked the Elantra GT Nline a lot but prefer the Si, even the Sport. It needs more than just a stiff suspension and aggressive tires, the chassis doesn't compare to the Civic. Since this Elantra is a newer gen, and they get better with each gen, it could be a big winner. I don't think it needs an LSD if the N is also available and around $30k (not $36k).
 

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Looks nice but not interested if it doesn't come in hatchback.
Hatchback already exists in N-Line form, unless you mean the N. They really need to bring that, although it seems we'll get the Kona N, which is much less practical (tiny trunk).
 

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Hatchback already exists in N-Line form, unless you mean the N. They really need to bring that, although it seems we'll get the Kona N, which is much less practical (tiny trunk).
Isn't that the previous generation hatch that came out a few years ago?
 

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Isn't that the previous generation hatch that came out a few years ago?
The GT debuted in 2018. It's presumably getting refreshed for 2021 like the i30 it's based on. Hyundai doesn't seem to be shipping any of them, at least the 6MT, haven't seen a new one show up in months.

If you prioritize quality, features and speed over handling it's a good alternative. It feels like a GTI-lite.

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I saw a very interesting article stating that the N-Line and maybe the N will drop when the SI is taking a year off. Wonder how many customers they will gain.
 

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Hyundai has a lot going for it right now. I would be really eager to drive it and test it out.
 

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I agree. I test drove a 2020 Hyundai and negotiated a price of $19,995 out the door (after all taxes and fees) including my trade-in (2009 Chevy Malibu with 133k)

Didn't pull the trigger though. Decided to lease a Honda Civic instead!

Hyundai has a lot going for it right now. I would be really eager to drive it and test it out.
 

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So f*$&kin stupid and shortsighted on their part. The i30 is one of their best overall vehicle lines.
I can imagine it doesn't sell very well though, and it's so similar to the GTI which is only slightly more with the huge discounts. Most people probably either buy the Kona or they buy something else like a GTI or Civic hatch. It's also a bit smaller than the Civic so that may have hurt sales.

They should bring the i30 Fastback N, that might sell better here. But I think we'll just get the Elantra sedan and Kona N.
 

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With the demise of the Elantra GT hatch, Kia dropping the Forte5 in the US and the addition of the Mazda 3 turbo hatch, Honda might find a great niche releasing an 11th gen Si hatch. I know I would be all over that.

My gut feeling is it will happen.
 

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With the demise of the Elantra GT hatch, Kia dropping the Forte5 in the US and the addition of the Mazda 3 turbo hatch, Honda might find a great niche releasing an 11th gen Si hatch. I know I would be all over that.

My gut feeling is it will happen.
Yes, I think an Si hatch is very likely, since hatch sales have far exceeded expectations.
I think you'll see an Si hatch with a midly updated 1.5T, rather than a 2.0T. It won't compete with the Type R, and will fill the void of the Si coupe.

I think the Type R is a hatch because it's a far more popular body style than the sedan outside of the US. No reason not to make an Si hatch now that it's made in the US.

Some argue a hatch Si competes with the Type R. That's ridiculous if it's a 1.5T. It's like saying the Sport sedan competes with the Si.

If it's a 2.0T, then you can make that argument, but I don't think Honda will bring the Si up market.

I'd trade my new Si for an Si hatch in 3-4 years if they make one. Or a Type R Sport if they sell it here.
 

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