HYUNDAI ELANTRA (2011-2013)
After years of offering the less successful predecessor with a diesel, the fifth generation Elantra is offered with conventional gasoline engines. There's not much changes until the line-up expansion in its facelift in 2014.
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | 1.8 GLS | 1.6 GL |
|---|---|---|
| Years Available | April 2011-December 2013 | April 2011-December 2013 |
| ENGINE SPECS | ||
| Engine | Nu 1.8 DOHC 16V I4 | Gamma II 1.6 DOHC 16V I4 |
| Horsepower | 148hp @ 6,500rpm | 128hp @ 6,300rpm |
| Torque | 178Nm @ 4,700rpm | 157Nm @ 4,850rpm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/93 Octane | Gasoline/93 Octane |
| Fuel System | Multi Point Fuel Injection | Multi Point Fuel Injection |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 Liters | 49 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | ||
| Length | 4,530mm | 4,530mm |
| Width | 1,775mm | 1,775mm |
| Height | 1,445mm | 1,445mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700mm | 2,700mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,194kg-1,269kg | 1150kg-1,228kg (MT), 1,181kg-1,259kg (AT) |
| Body Style | 4-Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | ||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
| Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Disc | Drum |
| Tires | 205/55 R16 | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheels | 16 Inch Alloy | 15 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | ||
| Airbags | 2 | 1 (MT) or 2 (AT) |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution |
| Traction/Stability Control | None | None |
| Other Safety Features | Adds: Parking Sensors | High Mount Stop Lamp |
| EXTERIOR | ||
| Fog Lamps | Front | None |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: Side Mirror Signal Repeater | None |
| INTERIOR | ||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane |
| Seating Adjustment | Manual | Manual |
| Seating Material | Fabric | Fabric |
| Other Interior Features | Adds: Sliding Center Console, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Adjustable Rear Head Rest, High Gloss Black Center Fascia | Fixed Rear Headrest, Matte Black Center Fascia |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | ||
| Power Amenities | Steering, Windows, Door Locks with Speed Sensing, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks with Speed Sensing, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Manual | Manual |
| Audio System | Integrated AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB | AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes, Audio | None |
| Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| NOTES | AT model added in June 2011. | |
| RIVALS | Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla Altis |