Body style: Wagon (station wagon, estate, combi, touring)
Segment: Medium
Production years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
The first generation of the Hyundai Lantra stayed on the market just five years, and it was replaced, in 1995, by a new generation.
Hyundai pushed the pedal to the metal to enhance its products and refreshed its products almost on a two-year basis. While other carmakers were facelifted their lineups every four years and changed generations every eight years, the Lantra went through a rapid development process.
In the mid-'90s, the wedged-shapes started to fade out, and the rounded design trend, also known as biodesign, started to speed-up and conquered most of the carmakers. The Korean designers didn't have the same experience as those from Europe or the U.S., but they tried as hard as they could to offer a nicely done vehicle. The Lantra Wagon was a good example. It featured ovoid-shaped headlights, which resembled those from the 1991 Honda Civic, and smooth, curved lines and panels. Apart from a narrow-angle on the upper side of the rear side windows, there was no angle on the car. Everything was curved. Even the tailgate's window featured curved corners. Worth mentioning that it was the first station-wagon built by Hyundai.
The interior featured a simple design with more curved lines. Even the vents were curved and followed the exterior's biodesign trend. It offered decent room for four adults, with good headroom for the rear passengers. As for the legroom, that was depending on the front passengers' height. Its rear bench split-folding seatback was good to expand the otherwise minimal trunk space.
The Lantra J2 featured fully independent suspension, which led to a higher level of comfort and better cornering speeds. But it wasn't a sporty vehicle. Hyundai developed the 1.6-liter engine and replaced the older Mitsubishi units used on the Lantra J1.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5i 5MT FWD (88 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1495 cm3 |
Power: | 65 KW @ 5500 RPM 88 HP @ 5500 RPM 87 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 95 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 129 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 109.4 mph (176 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.2 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: | 175/65HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.2 in (4450 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2469.2 lbs (1120 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3725.8 lbs (1690 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 184 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6i 5MT FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1599 cm3 |
Power: | 84 KW @ 6100 RPM 114 HP @ 6100 RPM 113 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 106 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 143 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119.9 mph (193 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.5 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: | 175/65HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.2 in (4450 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2528.7 lbs (1147 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3780.9 lbs (1715 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8i 5MT FWD (128 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1795 cm3 |
Power: | 94 KW @ 6100 RPM 128 HP @ 6100 RPM 126 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 120 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 162 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121.8 mph (196 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.4 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: | 195/60VR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.2 in (4450 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2478 lbs (1124 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3780.9 lbs (1715 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0i 5MT FWD (139 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1976 cm3 |
Power: | 102 KW @ 6000 RPM 139 HP @ 6000 RPM 137 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 134 lb-ft @ 4900 RPM 182 Nm @ 4900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124.9 mph (201 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.8 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: | 195/60VR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.2 in (4450 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2581.6 lbs (1171 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3780.9 lbs (1715 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.5 mpg US (11.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 196 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9 D 5MT FWD (68 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1905 cm3 |
Power: | 50 KW @ 4600 RPM 68 HP @ 4600 RPM 67 BHP @ 4600 RPM |
Torque: | 89 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 120 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 98.2 mph (158 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.3 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: | 175/65HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 175.2 in (4450 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.1 in (1,461/1,450 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.8 cuFT (362 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2590.4 lbs (1175 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3780.9 lbs (1715 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |