How are we not talking about this? 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid | Compact Sedan | Hyundai USA Looks like an excellent value as well! Review update: 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets 50 MPG, in a look loud enough for social distancing
Haha..I've always had 'eccentric' taste in car design. I've been looking into the Hyundai hybrid system...and their dual clutch transmission ( DCT ) seems a bit dubious to me for long term reliability. Edit : Here is a decent video of how their system works : Unfortunately, no Weber Auto video to describe the inner workings.
The DCT is a killer for those who keep their cars for a long time. Manual transmissions require clutch replacement, There are two in this Hyundai. The Prius transmission is nearly "bulletproof."
Absolutely...the dry clutch *will* cause issues for long term owners...no doubt about it. Because of that, the Hyundai hybrids are a no go for me at this time. Honestly, bad move by Hyundai to incorporate a DCT in these hybrids...pretty disappointing.
Other of their hybrids use automatic step transmissions. A parallel hybrid system has a cost advantage over a power-split. The hybrid premium for the Elantra is $675 less than the Corolla's. The use of a typical transmission allows for smaller motors for the same economy gains. The transmission does have more parts, but they are made of materials cheaper than the copper needed in a more powerful motor before we consider rare earth minerals for the magnets. Savings there go to the battery, which is about 50% higher capacity than what is in the Prius.
