Friday, August 7, 2015

Car Profiles - Hyundai Elantra

HYUNDAI ELANTRA

Hyundai made a winner when it was first released but with its update, more models were placed in at the expense of a higher price. Still a great car, nevertheless.

The Good: Comfortable to be in, striking looks.
The Bad: Limited rear headroom, have gone a bit too pricey.

Price Range: P888,000-P1,258,000
Our Rating: ****

OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.8 L1.6 L1.6 S1.6 E
PriceP1,258,000 P1,188,000P948,000 (MT), P1,008,000 (AT)P888,000 (MT), P948,000 (AT)
Warranty5 Years or 100,000kms5 Years or 100,000kms5 Years or 100,000kms5 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineNu 1.8 DOHC 16V I4Gamma 1.6 DOHC 16V I4Gamma 1.6 DOHC 16V I4Gamma 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower148hp @ 6,500rpm128hp @ 6,300rpm128hp @ 6,300rpm128hp @ 6,300rpm
Torque178Nm @ 4,700rpm157Nm @ 4,850rpm157Nm @ 4,850rpm157Nm @ 4,850rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemD-CVVTD-CVVTD-CVVTD-CVVT
Transmission6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity50 Liters50 Liters50 Liters50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,550mm4,550mm4,550mm4,550mm
Width1,755mm1,755mm1,755mm1,755mm
Height1,445mm1,445mm1,445mm1,445mm
Wheelbase2,700mm2,700mm2,700mm2,700mm
Curb Weight1,226-1,322kg1,208-1,307kg1,175-1,274kg (MT), 1,208-1,307kg (AT)1,175-1,274kg (MT), 1,208-1,307kg (AT)
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating5555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut McPherson Strut McPherson Strut McPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionCoupled Torsion Beam AxleCoupled Torsion Beam AxleCoupled Torsion Beam AxleCoupled Torsion Beam Axle
Front BrakesDiscDiscDiscDisc
Rear BrakesDiscDiscDrumDrum
Tires215/45 R17215/45 R17205/55 R16195/65 R15
Wheels17 Inch Alloy17 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags2221
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionNone
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Electronic Stability ProgramNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Front and Rear Parking Sensors, Rear CameraAdds: NoneHigh Mount Stop Lamp
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Rain Sensing WipersAdds: Auto Light ControlAdds: Side Mirror RepeatersNone
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and TelescopeTilt and TelescopeTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentPower, DriverManualManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabricFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Rear Aircon Vent, Push Button Start/StopAdds: NoneDeluxe Console
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering (Motor Driven and Flexsteer), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and FoldSteering (Motor Driven and Flexsteer), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and FoldSteering (Motor Driven and Flexsteer), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with HeatSteering (Motor Driven and Flexsteer), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat
Climate ControlAutomaticManualManualManual
Audio SystemLCD Touchscreen AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX/IPOD with Bluetooth and NavigationLCD Touchscreen AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX/IPOD with Bluetooth and NavigationAM/FM/CD/MP3AM/FM/CD/MP3
Speakers6664
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioYes, AudioYes, AudioYes, Audio
AlarmYesYesYesNone
Keyless EntryYes, with Smart KeyYes, with Smart KeyYesYes
RIVALSChevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sylphy, Toyota Corolla Altis

See previous generation models of the Elantra:
Hyundai Elantra (2007-2010)

See the pre-updated model of this Elantra:
Hyundai Elantra (2015-Current)