2007 Hyundai Elantra
Redesigned for 2007, the Elantra sedan is the fourth generation of Hyundai's compact model — or is it? The sedan has grown and is technically a midsize car, according to EPA standards. Introduced in 1992, the Elantra survived a period of poor quality while some competing brands, like the Chevy Cavalier, got the do-not-resuscitate order and were allowed to slip away.
Following its usual approach, Hyundai gives the Elantra more standard features than its competitors get, prices it lower and throws in the market's most generous warranty to boot. Trim levels include the GLS, sporty SE and premium Limited.
Exterior
The Elantra is about an inch longer, 2 inches taller and 2 inches wider than the 2006 model. It bears the Hyundai family resemblance without looking too much like its older sister, the Sonata. Upscale features include body-colored side mirrors and door handles.
The GLS has 15-inch steel wheels. The other two trim levels step up to 16-inch alloy wheels and get front fog lights and heated side mirrors.
Interior
The Elantra's interior is noticeably larger, with enough backseat legroom for a 6-foot-tall adult. All trim levels have two-tone interiors with mature styling and quality materials. The GLS is relatively well equipped, with power windows, intermittent windshield wipers, a 60/40-split, folding backseat and dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors. It lacks air conditioning, power locks and remote keyless entry, leather on the steering wheel and shifter, cruise control, a steering-wheel telescoping adjustment and rear cupholders. Some of these features can be added, or are standard on higher trims.
Leather and heated seats come only in the Limited trim, where they are standard.
Under the Hood
The Elantra is powered by a 138-horsepower, 2.0-liter four cylinder teamed with a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed automatic is optional on all trim levels. The engine is a modern powerplant with continuously variable valve timing, the latest must-have technology in this vehicle category. Hyundai says the Elantra is projected to qualify as a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle in California, a rare distinction that means it pollutes so little it earns credits for the manufacturer with the EPA.
Hyundai says the Elantra's body stiffness is almost 50 percent above the outgoing model's, which improves handling and reduces noise in the cabin. The steering uses electric power assist, and the brakes use discs for all four wheels, while some competitors use rear drums.
Safety
One of Hyundai's big selling points in its newest generation of models has been its inclusion of many high-value safety features as standard equipment. Included are dual-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain-type airbags to protect the head of any occupant seated next to a side window, front or rear. All five seats have adjustable head restraints, and the front pair are active, which means they automatically position themselves for maximum effect in a rear-end collision.
Four-wheel antilock brakes are standard, but unlike the Sonata and Tucson SUV, the Elantra neither includes nor offers an electronic stability system.
Following its usual approach, Hyundai gives the Elantra more standard features than its competitors get, prices it lower and throws in the market's most generous warranty to boot. Trim levels include the GLS, sporty SE and premium Limited.
Exterior
The Elantra is about an inch longer, 2 inches taller and 2 inches wider than the 2006 model. It bears the Hyundai family resemblance without looking too much like its older sister, the Sonata. Upscale features include body-colored side mirrors and door handles.
The GLS has 15-inch steel wheels. The other two trim levels step up to 16-inch alloy wheels and get front fog lights and heated side mirrors.
Interior
The Elantra's interior is noticeably larger, with enough backseat legroom for a 6-foot-tall adult. All trim levels have two-tone interiors with mature styling and quality materials. The GLS is relatively well equipped, with power windows, intermittent windshield wipers, a 60/40-split, folding backseat and dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors. It lacks air conditioning, power locks and remote keyless entry, leather on the steering wheel and shifter, cruise control, a steering-wheel telescoping adjustment and rear cupholders. Some of these features can be added, or are standard on higher trims.
Leather and heated seats come only in the Limited trim, where they are standard.
Under the Hood
The Elantra is powered by a 138-horsepower, 2.0-liter four cylinder teamed with a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed automatic is optional on all trim levels. The engine is a modern powerplant with continuously variable valve timing, the latest must-have technology in this vehicle category. Hyundai says the Elantra is projected to qualify as a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle in California, a rare distinction that means it pollutes so little it earns credits for the manufacturer with the EPA.
Hyundai says the Elantra's body stiffness is almost 50 percent above the outgoing model's, which improves handling and reduces noise in the cabin. The steering uses electric power assist, and the brakes use discs for all four wheels, while some competitors use rear drums.
Safety
One of Hyundai's big selling points in its newest generation of models has been its inclusion of many high-value safety features as standard equipment. Included are dual-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain-type airbags to protect the head of any occupant seated next to a side window, front or rear. All five seats have adjustable head restraints, and the front pair are active, which means they automatically position themselves for maximum effect in a rear-end collision.
Four-wheel antilock brakes are standard, but unlike the Sonata and Tucson SUV, the Elantra neither includes nor offers an electronic stability system.
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