Segment: Medium
Production years: 1991, 1992, 1993
Due to copyright issues, the subcompact vehicle from Hyundai received different names on different markets.
Hyundai was still a small carmaker who made its way into the world car market. It evolved with licensed parts and engines from Mitsubishi Motors, and it entered the U.S. and the European market. In 1990, the Korean carmaker launched the Elantra and entered direct competition against Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Opel/Vauxhall Astra Mk 3.
The car's exterior looked like it was inspired by some other Japanese vehicles designed in the late '80s and then trimmed at the edges to make it look modern. There were some curved lines and panels, but not too many to hide the wedged-shapes. A small grille at the front resembled some of the Honda models, while the angled-down headlights were similar to the European's Opel/Vauxhall Vectra.
The interior was nice, with a curved dashboard and an instrument cluster extended over the center stack. Like some other Japanese vehicles, it featured two large dials for the tachometer and speedometer, the coolant temperature gauge on the left side, and the fuel-level on the right. The air-conditioning unit was available on the options list or standard for the upper trim levels. Its interior was good for up to four adult occupants, with limited legroom for the rear passengers.
Under the hood, Hyundai relied on its partnership with the Mitsubishi, who provided all three engine options, ranging from 86 hp to 126 hp. The Elantra was fitted with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5i 5MT (86 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1468 cm3 |
Power: | 63 KW @ 5500 RPM 86 HP @ 5500 RPM 84 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 92 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 124 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 102.5 mph (165 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 171.7 in (4361 mm) |
Width: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.7 cuFT (331 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2242.1 lbs (1017 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3329 lbs (1510 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 188 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6i 5MT (114 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1596 cm3 |
Power: | 84 KW @ 6200 RPM 114 HP @ 6200 RPM 113 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 98 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 133 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111.8 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 171.7 in (4361 mm) |
Width: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.7 cuFT (331 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2314.9 lbs (1050 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3571.5 lbs (1620 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 202 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8i 5MT (126 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1836 cm3 |
Power: | 93 KW @ 6000 RPM 126 HP @ 6000 RPM 125 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 119 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 161 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 117.4 mph (189 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/60R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 171.7 in (4361 mm) |
Width: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.7 cuFT (331 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2314.9 lbs (1050 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3571.5 lbs (1620 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 207 g/km |