Thursday, December 10, 2015

Hyundai Excel - Generation 2 (1995-1998)

HYUNDAI EXCEL (1995-1998)

Hyundai's first model to be available here and rivals Daewoo's Racer and other base to mid Japanese compacts. Although it had been discontinued in favor of the Accent worldwide in the same year, it was first launched during that time also.









OWNERSHIP DETAILSGLSLS
Years Available1995-19981995-1998
ENGINE SPECS
Engine1.5 SOHC 16V I41.5 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower81hp @ 5,500rpm81hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque123Nm @ 3,000rpm123Nm @ 3,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemCarburetorCarburetor
Transmission5-Speed Manual, 3-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity45 Liters45 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,282mm4,282mm
Width1,603mm1,603mm
Height1,384mm1,384mm
Wheelbase2,383mm2,383mm
Curb Weight
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with Coil SpringsMcPherson Strut with Coil Springs
Rear SuspensionWishbone with Coil SpringsWishbone with Coil Springs
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrum
Tires175/70 R13175/70 R13
Wheels13 Inch Alloy13 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags00
Anti-Lock BrakesNoneNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesNoneNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsNoneNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Rear SpoilerNone
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Digital Clock
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering
Climate ControlManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CassetteAM/FM/Cassette
Speakers44
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNone
AlarmNoneNone
Keyless EntryNoneNone
NOTES
RIVALSDaewoo Racer, Honda City, Kia Pride LX, Mazda 323, Mitsubishi Lancer EL/EX, Nissan Sentra LEC/FE, Toyota Corolla XL/XE