Hyundai is doubling up in this niche market for 2018 with a redesign of its Elantra GT hatchback and a new, sportier trim: the GT Sport, with a turbocharged engine and upgraded chassis.

Little of substance has changed with this year’s model. To see what’s new for 2011, click here, or check out a side-by-side comparison of the two model years. For a guy in his 20s, I am ...

While many brands use different engines for their cheaper and more premium offerings, others share their powerplants no matter the final price tag.