Is the 2022 Toyota GR86 a BETTER performance car than a Hyundai Elantra N? 

I'm in love with the performance aspect of the alontra N But just can't stand the way it looks The GR86 on the other hand is just amazing I could stare at it all day

The way this GR86 drives and feels is just amazing.

I'm really liking this new redesign of the Toyota GR86. All while tweaking what already worked well. Can't go wrong with this RWD recipe. Great value for enthusiasts at a lower price point.

Waited almost 5 months for this car. In about 3 weeks I will have finally secured it. Very excited. This'll be my first sports car as well as my first manual car lmao

Toyota did a good thing keeping this mighty GR86 in the fleet!!! I'm digging it!!! Thank you Joe and Lori for bringing us this blue smurf of a GR86!!!

I could not be happier with my Elantra N in blue, but THAT BLUE - wow!

I’d have to drive both but for now I’d pick the Toyota because I like the look more. Thanks Joe. Great review and great work Lori! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

Joe giggled harder with this car than with cars that have triple the horsepower! 😮

That's the best color. Looks very close to Refraction Blue on my Supra. Looks fantastic.

5:10 This is a big error. The Elantra N comes standard with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires which is quite literally the next step up from the GR 86’s Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires. In fact the Elantra N’s tires (245/35 19) are larger than the GR 86’s tires (215/40 18) in nearly every dimension. Therefore the tire advantage is actually given to the Elantra N.

Hi Joe it’s Mark. We asked ourselves the same question. Toyota GR86 or Hyundai Elantra N? The Elantra is a extremely desirable car. Turbo power, beautiful wheels, and useable back seats. However when I saw GR86 the thing is gorgeous, reminds me of a Porsche. You are right about rear fenders. Leather and ultra suede interior is on another level. So we bought the Toyota. Have loved it every day we have owned it. Handles like on rails. A blast to drive. Great video, you and your wife are a team!

I was looking long and hard at the GR86. I took my 2017 Elantra in for maintenance, just to get everything up to snuff - new tires, regularly scheduled maintenance, etc., - as I knew I was looking to trade in eventually. So, while I was working remotely for the day at the local Hyundai dealership, I decided to stretch my legs in the showroom. Only two cars in there - full black out versions of the Santa Fe and Santa Cruz. Then the showroom doors opened behind me, and a beautiful, white Elantra N Line rolled in - right off the truck. It took my breath away - the lines, the blackout areas. Then I looked inside - the grey coloring with the red stitching, the leather wrapped seats and wheel. Took it for a test drive, told the salesperson to work up a trade in value on my then current Elantra and what it would be for this - and that we would take at 5:00. 30 minutes later, that beauty of a car was mine. Made some mods - installed interior well lighting (set to red to match the stitching), 30% tint, getting ready to rebadge with gloss black instead of chrome. Just a wonderful vehicle. And I got $9500 on my trade in - which I paid $16,000 for back in 2016. So glad I got the N Line. At 47, my favorite vehicle I have ever owned.

The rear end is sexy and sporty with no fake accoutrements. Toyota or Subaru all day over any Hyundai.

I bought 2 new cars this week: GR86 base manual and Civic Si. EXCITED about the GR, love Toyotas.

Couldn’t agree more, both the Elantra N and GR86 get to the point of being FUN, sporty cars for a good price, but in VERY different ways! Great video as always

I give Subaru and Toyota a lot of credit for developing these performance twins...they do drive so nice, although the interior does feel a little cheap. That said, I still prefer my MX-5 Miata for being just a bit more purposeful, overall. Either way, I'm just glad these kinds of cars are still being made because not many people buy them (sadly).

Went to toyota last weekend bcoz the wifey wanted to get the Corolla XSE hatch, she saw a red GR86 and bought it on the spot. She loves it

I was able to but a halo white base model. Picking it up next week. As always love you and Lori's content 🙏

Oh yes!!! This is all I been waiting for this one and thanks Joe for reviewing my most favorite sportscar by Toyota.

These are both cars I'm stuck between so this helps me decide which one I might want more, great content! 👍

This was awesome Lori & Joe! I’ll go with this GR86 for the style and coupe fun. It’s beautiful and that duckbill spoiler is the best!

I just got mine it's being shipped from Wyoming to south Carolina. I got the steel color. Neptune blue was my first choice.

With supply and demand I'll probably have to wait until the 2023 model to get one of this spec, which is the only one I'd get. Glad you mentioned a poor mans Cayman because this New car and a Used 09 Cayman are equal in price. They are the only two cars that I'd want. If Toyota didn't do this redesign and kept that color, I'd go Porsche all day for the price. I'm very glad you reviewed a Neptune blue GR86. You made my mind up and I can't wait to put my order in later this year. Thanks Joe! #savethemanuals

Yup this is the car I'm getting. Probably this color or the red one. Absolutely gorgeous. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

I’m surprised people are comparing this with an Elantra N, rather than with a Veloster N. Great review. Hoping to have one whenever I can find one lol

I think they're both great cars you can't go wrong with either but they're also very different. I definitely think the Elantra N outperforms the GR86 in every way; it has more hp, more torque, it's only about 300-400 lbs heavier, it's comes with a valved exhaust that you can change with the press of a button. Better tires. Better seats, bigger screens, more practical. The Elantra will beat the GR86 on a dig and a roll and also on the track with it's electronic limited slip differential the Elantra N is the way to go specially for it's price since they're both the same and also take in consideration the markups that dealers are putting. So it's all about preference but the Elantra N is clearly the better car!!!

I’m so lucky I got this car when I did! Fought to remove mark up and got it!!!! Such a fun little car. And my first RWD car! It’s a blast!

Such a fun little car especially with a manual transmission equipped. And Neptune blue fits this car perfectly. The color really pops! The Elantra n does have a better sounding exhaust. You hear more pops and bangs. This car is missing that but you can always tune them

Not a bad upload to end the work week. Thanks for sharing, keep safe and enjoy the weekend Team Raiti. Poseidon Blue FTW!

Supra and the Z had a baby! 😁still pretty sweet ride, the manual would be a lot of fun

I don’t need the specs, just seeing Joe having a great time driving this car makes me want to go on throttle too!!

My Girl and I just ordered the 2023 same color. Can't wait.....

GR86 all day, everyday. Especially with a manual transmission. I own a Hyundai Elantra Sport with a manual and let me tell you it burns a crazy amount of oil. I’m done with Korean 4 cylinders. I watch your videos for the health food references. God bless you and your lovely wife. 🇺🇸

I love this! I'm looking for a fun car for the wife and I! Most don't realize that the 86 was always meant to be a Sleeper like the Trueno AE86. I'm loving the look and even moreso the way it shifts! Your videos are amazing and on point and your wife does amazing work with the shots!

Thank you Joe for your work. Once again, you changed my mind. I think I will get one if I can. The car looks amazing how you describe it. I have a Nissan Sentra SR 2020 and it’s just not enough fun or power for me.

This color is gorgeous! Best looking sports car rn. Imo. I love coupes and I LOVE it! Update: I’m getting one!

I own an Elantra N ... and The Gr86 is a great car, love the boxer engine... but honestly, you get much more for your money on the EN.. technology, performance, exterior sound, interior appearance and obviously space.

I prefer the BRZ over the 86 . The suspension is better on the BRZ and the front bumper looks more aggressive on the BRZ . That Neptune blue is dope though

I love the way they both are but the Elantra is just faster and has a ridiculously good warranty

Nice I think veloster n would be a more comparable car though.

The sound of that engine reminds me of driving my 90’s Toyota MR2, good memories!

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That’s a nice color on the GR86

Sick! Love your uploads!

I could listen to that engine rev all day!

Personally I prefer Joe’s car reviews over Doug’s any day of the week.

That’s much better done than the Nissan Z !

Why didn’t you pick the Veloster N for the comparison?… closer in Size & Door Number (2 vs. 3)

This GR86 is gorgeous and RWD! I'd pass on the Elantra N even with its extra power just so I wouldn't have to see its horrible front grill every day.

Raiti.....your enthusiasm shined when you were driving this car. More so in other vehicles that are more expensive that I've seen. I placed an order last month for a Halo Premium manual. I hope to be as excited as you were driving this baby. Love your reviews. Thanks!

I like this car. It's a great alternative to the Miata, which I love. That back seat is useless, but rear space means zip. Between the Miata, BRZ, or GR86, I'm begining to move toward the GR86. Or maybe it was this excellent presentation.👍

It’s definitely not loud enough for me. I would have to drop a better exhaust on it

Yoo this is my exact trim, so glad I got this color, loving it so far! Still watching the video because your reviews are always great 👍

I've got no real reason to trade in my 2020 Honda Civic Sport hatchback. It's been bulletproof with no problems, even surviving having a tree fall on it with very few scratches and one small dent, not even breaking the glass on the hatch. With this redesign, the performance, the ability to tune and modify the car for more performance, and pricing that doesn't suffer Honda's markups on the SI and Type R's, trading into this car sounds awfully tempting.

This would absolutely be the bomb to run the “Tail of the Dragon” up in North Carolina.

Now the problem is finding a GR86 or BRZ and dealing with the market adjustments and all the unnecessary dealer add ons. Probably looking at over 40K! If even if you are lucky to find one!

It feels so much better than the last generation.

If they took out the suede, had full "leather" seats, added a sunroof, and had decent cup holder placement, I'd like it a lot more. The suede really kills it. I just can't see it being very durable, especially on the door, right where rain is going to drop in.

I remember 2 years ago you reviewed a 2021 Honda Accord Sport SE in Still Night Pearl(blue).I ended buying one in July of that year.Couple days ago I sold it for $26,500.I can't wait to buy this GR86,preferably in Neptune Blue.I am waiting until maybe like June or July of next year(2024) to purchase mine.I really hope Toyota still offers this exterior color option.Great review👍👍

I drove one once and ordered it immediately, I love the way it drives

That color is cool but wish they offered calvery blue for us older folks.

Just to let you know about the shift knob you can get a GR badge as an added accessory on both the manual and automatic.

Sold my 17 BRZ just yesterday in the hopes that Subaru releases another TS/STI model like they did in 2018 and I'll scoop one right up.

Happy Friday Joe! TOYOTA LET'S GO!!!

Hi Joe and for myself I feel the better question is how does it compare to the hyundai Veloster N. Than to he Elantra N. That is for mor of body stlye from a compact hatch vs a compact coupe . It would be a longer video if you did a side by side compparsion but i think it would be cool. Anyways keep the great work a shout to your best camera person Lori

Thanks for the enthusiasm and the test drive . Your videos eliminate some of the stress in going to the dealership.

I love this guy lmao. Definitely going to buy a gr86 in the near future.

Elantra N hands down. It's the whole package; versatility of a sedan, turbo power, active exhaust, active dampers, adjustable LSD, bigger/wider PS4S tyres, track warranty. It'd run rings around this Toyota. Plus the 8 speed DCT option is a masterpiece. The real kicker is the Elantra N offers all that for the same price. Plus, how boring does the Toyota sound in comparison to the pops, crackles and bangs of the Elantra N 😁

🤔wondering if he freestyles all of his analogies.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 great video guys.

He already forgot the Elantra N comes with Pilot 4S too. The Elantra eats it alive on the track. You need add cooling capabilities to the 86.

The GR 86 has real vents and I like that.

here I am watching my video waiting, with 19 minutes uploaded thanks 🎉🎉🎉🎉

I like it, I really do. But, that infotainment system would have to be swapped out if possible. Deserves a minimum of 10 Zonks. Thx for bringing it to us guys.

Love the look of the GR86 so much. Bought the N for practicality ... and hey it's faster too :D I don't think my two golden retrievers would fit in a GR86.

Nothing wrong with the GR86 but I would take the N over it. But admittedly I am probably biased. I have a Veloster N. My friend has a new Subaru BRZ and it’s an absolute blast to drive. I think you couldn’t go wrong either way. Depends on what you want. I would say the N competes closer to the CTR. And if better as a daily. Just depends on what you want out of it.

Gotta critique the center console area. The screen buttons could be moved over to allow more vertical width, the heated seat buttons could be pushed up for a small open tray, the dead area behind the heated seats could be where the charge ports and connection are located with another small storage slot. The cup holder space that housed the connectivity could then be used as a storage space then.

GR86, better design, better manual, better everything. It’s not about numbers on a spec sheet.

Sold my 370Z this is definitely my next purchase! Awesome vid, thanks Sir!!

PSA: these cars actually make 215WHP/175WTQ (which is about 250HP/200TQ at the crank). So essentially, they are underrated for whatever reason(s).

I think the new 86 and specially this GR 86 is one of the greatest cars from our era ❤️

It look stunning in that blue paint by the way.

The back seats are perfect for 2 legs less people! This has always been my dream car since the 2013 FRS, and i have finally saved enough to pay it one in full but going for this exact color and trim. Maybe halo white!

Joe definitely likes this car, he did at least 4 on throttles 😂👍 Great vid as always you two

The GR86/BRZ is the winner in my book for a few reasons: good looks (inside and out), longitudinally mounted engine, manual transmission option and rear wheel drive (that's a huge win with RWD). There are more reasons, but those are the major ones for me. I probably would have bought one but they were impossible to find (or order). Instead, I bought a 2022 WRX.

For those who know initial D This is Takumi's great grandson's 86 for delivering tofus and drifting the mountain passes of Japan

Got a 2023 premium last week 😁😁😁! Love it!!

Nice car ! Great job on the video! I have a 2023 on the way March 31 2023

Why this cars don,t come with power seats?, not even the premium?

That blue is amazing.

The thing that scares me about this is the engine issues and heat soak and brake fade on the track.

Love it, but still go with the Elantra N. Power, practicality, sound, track ready. Great work however Toyota!!

That colour is amazing and I'm an existing BRZ owner (2013), I have to admit your enthusiasm is really making me want to trade my BRZ in now.. I'll have to drive the new BRZ and GR86 back to back.. I will say that I'm not interested in a turbo powered car like the Elantra N

A hard to find vehicle! But definitely on my list to own. Great video.!

Hey Joe! Please do the updated 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid!! Thank you in advance!!😊🧸

Team Raiti, great review! Every time I convince myself I don't like a car, you change my mind...

Those roads have no bumps i need to live there

This car is like the modern day Toyoda Celica. I want one 😀

I really like that car. Just change the rims and I will buy it. As always an excellent video 👍.

That Color is just 😍

Looks like it would be pretty fun to take around a canyon. I like the looks of this one with that Neptune blue. Keep up this awesome content!!