2020 Hyundai Elantra transmission: CVT or automatic?

Some do: the 1.4L 4-cylinder turbo uses a 7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch); the 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo uses a 7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch) and a 6-speed manual; the 2.0L 4-cylinder uses a 6-speed automatic, a CVT (continuously variable) and a 6-speed manual.

Key takeaways

  • 7 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.
  • CVTs need CVT-specific fluid - never top one up with ordinary automatic transmission fluid.
  • The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.

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2020 Hyundai Elantra: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
1.4L 4-cylinder turbo7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch)Automatic (AM7)FWD
1.6L 4-cylinder turbo7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch)Automatic (AM-S7)FWD
1.6L 4-cylinder turbo7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch)Automatic (AM7)FWD
1.6L 4-cylinder turbo6-speed manualManual 6-spdFWD
2.0L 4-cylinder6-speed automaticAutomatic (S6)FWD
2.0L 4-cylinderCVT (continuously variable)Automatic (variable gear ratios)FWD
2.0L 4-cylinder6-speed manualManual 6-spdFWD

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.

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