2016 Hyundai Elantra Launched In India; Price Starts At Rs. 12.99 Lakh

Hyundai has extensively worked on the design and styling of the car and the new-gen model looks edgy and bold, compared to the older model. Hyundai has claimed that the new generation model is made of 53 per cent Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) that allows higher structural rigidity. This will improve both the driving comfort and handling. In addition to that, the car is now also 20mm longer and 25mm wider than the previous generation model. So, in terms of dimensions, the new Elantra is 4,610mm in length, 1,800mm in width, and 1,450mm in height and gets a wheelbase of 2,700mm.

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Hyundai has launched the new-gen Elantra sedan in five colour options, which include - Marina Blue, Polar White, Sleek Silver, Phantom Black, Passion Red. In terms of styling the new-gen model comes with exteriors features like - projector headlamps, LED position lights, chrome radiator grille, body colour ORVMs and door handles, door pocket lights and more. Other comfort and safety features include - sunroof, side and curtain airbags, front ventilated seats, speed sensing auto door lock, ABS and EBD as standard, electronic stability control, hill-start assist and rear parking sensor among others.

Hyundai Elantra Cabin

The car also comes with a touchscreen infotainment display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but only above SX variant. Hyundai has also equipped that car with a host of convenience features like drive mode select, hands-free smart trunk, auto cruise control, keyless entry with smart key, armrest for both front and rear seats, and USB/AUX-IN/Bluetooth connectivity to name a few.

Hyundai Elantra Side Profile

In terms of powertrain options, the new-gen Hyundai Elantra comes in both petrol and diesel engine options - an all-new 2.0-litre petrol engine and a 1.6-litre diesel motor. while the petrol motor makes a class-leading 150bhp and develops a peak torque of 192Nm, the oil burner offers a maximum of 126bhp and develops a peak torque of 260Nm. Transmission options for both the engines include a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed automatic unit. While the petrol trim get the auto box in both SX and SX (O) variants, the diesel trim only gets it in the top-of-the-line SX (O) variant.