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Summary
The Hyundai Elantra is more enjoyable to drive than many of the name-brand cars in its class and there's little about it that feels cheap. In the workaday grind the Elantra is better than acceptable. It's good, and it can run with comparably equipped competitors in nearly every respect except the size of the monthly payments. There, it comes out ahead. Hyundai has made big gains in reliability and build quality, and any concerns in that regard are eased by a comprehensive warranty and roadside assistance plan. Elantra is the bargain of the class.New Car Test Drive correspondent J.P. Vettraino is based in the Detroit area.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan ($13,299); GLS hatchback ($13,599); GT sedan ($14,849); GT hatchback ($14,849) |
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Engines:
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2.0-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual frontal airbags and side-impact airbags; three-point harnesses at all seating positions; rear child-seat anchors and safety locks |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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antilock brakes (ABS); traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles with roadside assistance |
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Assembled In:
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Ulsan, South Korea |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Hyundai Elantra GT hatchback ($14,849) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning; leather seating surfaces; leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear-shift knob; power mirrors, windows and door locks with remote keyless entry; cruise control; 200-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six speakers, removable faceplate and remote; tilt steering column; variable intermittent wipers; rear glass defogger and wiper; center console with armrest; tachometer and trip computer; remote fuel-door release; 60/40 split folding rear seat; four-wheel disc brakes; fog lamps; 15-inch alloy wheels; carpeted floor mats |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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power sunroof ($750); trunk cargo net ($40) |
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Destination Charge:
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545 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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16184 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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138 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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136 @ 4500 rpm |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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27/34 |
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Wheelbase:
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102.7 |
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Length/width/height:
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177.9/67.7/56.1 |
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Track, f/r:
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58.5/58.1 |
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Turning circle:
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33.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.6/53.0/43.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.0/55.6/35.0 |
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Cargo volume:
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37.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1212 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent MacPherson strut |
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Suspension, r:
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independent multi-link with coil springs |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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2635 |
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Tires:
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P195/60R15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/disc |
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Fuel capacity:
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14.5 |
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| 2005 Hyundai Elantra consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | I've had my new 2005 Elantra for 6 months now and haven't had any problem with it so far. It handles beautifully! The gas mileage is unbelieveable! Wonderful car, we're very happy. If you are looking for a sporty, economy car, this is it! | | posted by Chris Long on Oct 04 2006 | | |
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| | This is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned. The drive is smooth and the steering wheel is very easy to handle. There is a lot of trunk space and there is more back seat room than I would have expected for an economy car. I am so pleased with my purchase. | | posted by Edward on Jan 05 2007 | | |
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| | An excellent vehicle. Has a very comfortable interior, with lots of leg room. The fuel economy, while not stellar, is acceptable. In my humble opinion, there is no car in this price range that even comes close. | | posted by Carl on Jun 01 2008 | | |
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