2021 Hyundai Elantra launched, takes on Toyota Corolla Altis in great sedan war
In 2019, theHyundai Elantrawas given arather 'controversial'faceliftmodel, but on Tuesday (local time), theKoreanautomakerofficially introduced a completely new model of the popular sedan in the United States.
Touted as the'daily four-doorcoupe'model, thelatest Hyundai Elantra(also referred to as theHyundai i30Sedanin some markets such as Australia) adopted the company's latest design language 'Sensuous Sportiness'.The new Elantra gets a style that has more character than its predecessor, although it has a slimmer look and a slightly sharper impression.
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The 2021 Hyundai Elantra follows in the footsteps of theSonataand has adopted a large'parametric-jewel-pattern'grille.Turn signal lights are integrated into the grille and are next to large headlights.The front end angled gives hoodmachinea long andbodyworkleaner.The latter features prominent lines of character, combined with a more dynamic style of glass and roof.In addition, thereare integrated rearspoilersand distinctive 'H-Tail' style taillights.
Here is the first look at the 2021 Hyundai Elantra:
Compared to its predecessor, the latest Hyundai Elantra is 2.2 inches (56 mm) longer, 1 inch (25 mm) wider and 0.8 inch (20 mm) lower.The wheelbase was also extended by 0.8 inches (20 mm) to 107.1 inches (2,720 mm) in total.
In the cabin, the designer adopted the idea of 'immersive cocoon' which 'encloses the driver like an airplane cockpit'.This model is also more high-tech because it is equipped witha10.25-inch digital sail instrumentclusterand an optional 10.25-inch infotainment system.The latter supportswirelessAndroid AutoandApple CarPlaywireless which is the first for vehicles in this segment.
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Otherhighlightsinclude slim sized air ventilation, plenty of grip and lighting systems with 64 different colours.The car can also be equipped with a wireless smartphone charger, 8-speakerBose audio systemand Digital Key that allows the latest Elantra to be opened and driven viaanAndroidsmartphoneor NFC card.
Performance matters, the driver will find a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine capable of producing 147 hp (110 kW/149 PS) with 179 Nm of torque.The engine is connected to an intelligent variable transmission which is the CVT version of Hyundai.The company also said that its gearbox is equipped with anewshiftcontrol strategythat'increases linearity between driver input, vehicle behaviour and acceleration'.
The latest Hyundai Elantrawill also get a newhybridvariant.This variant carries the 1.6 litre Atkinson-Cycle GDI four-cylinder engine, which is combined with an electric motor and a 1.32 kWh lithium-ion battery which is under the rear seat.This arrangement gives the cara combined poweroutputof up to 139 hp (104 kW/141 PS) with 264 Nm of torque.The engine is connected to asix-speeddual-clutchtransmission that promises the rider'a dynamic and exciting driving experience'.
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On the safety side, the latest Hyundai Elantra is equipped with various driver assistance systems, ranging from Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, High Beam Assist, and rearview cameras with dynamic guidelines.
The latest Hyundai Elantrawill begin production next fall, with sales starting in the fourth quarter of 2020.
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