Segment: Medium
Production years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Hyundai introduced the fourth generation of the Elantra at the 2006 New York Auto Show, and it tried a different approach to the market.
While it was one of the most affordable cars in its segment, the fourth-generation Elantra was not exactly a head-turner. Despite that, its built quality was among the best in its segment, and the long options list allowed customers to get what they wanted. Yet, the base model lacked even ABS, which was unusual for a 2006 vehicle.
The car's styling was nothing to write home about it. Its organic shapes followed the same ideas as those used during the bio-design era, which was abandoned a decade before. The front fascia sported a pair of swept-back headlights with rounded corners, in total contradiction with the sharp-looking grille adorned by a chromed slat on its upper side. The profile revealed fluid lines, but in an unusual way, with a very tall trunk line when compared to the rest of the car. In addition, the automaker placed a third side row of windows behind the rear doors to bring more light into the cabin for the rear passengers.
Inside, the build quality was praised, but not the materials. Also, the base version didn't even feature a stereo, and dealers had to install it. On the other hand, the upper trim levels featured side airbags and automatic air-conditioning. A good thing was that the automaker considered installing a split-folding rear bench for the entire range.
The Elantra was fitted with different engines, depending on the market. While the American customers received a standard 2.0-liter gasoline powerplant, the Europeans had to deal with the 1.6-liter units, either gasoline or turbo-diesel.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 4AT FWD (121 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1591 cm3 |
Power: | 89 KW @ 6200 RPM 121 HP @ 6200 RPM 119 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 113 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 153 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14 gallons (53.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 113 mph (182 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65 T15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.4 in (4506 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/60.7 in (1,542/1,542 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2626 lbs (1191 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
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Asian model |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (121 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1591 cm3 |
Power: | 89 KW @ 6200 RPM 121 HP @ 6200 RPM 119 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 113 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 153 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14 gallons (53.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.8 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: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65T15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.4 in (4506 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/60.7 in (1,542/1,542 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2586 lbs (1173 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
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Asian model |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 4AT FWD (138 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1975 cm3 |
Power: | 102.9 KW @ 6000 RPM 140 HP @ 6000 RPM 138 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 136 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM 184 Nm @ 4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14 gallons (53.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 123 mph (198 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65 T15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.4 in (4506 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/60.7 in (1,542/1,542 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2747 lbs (1246 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Notes |
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North American model |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT FWD (138 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1975 cm3 |
Power: | 102.9 KW @ 6000 RPM 140 HP @ 6000 RPM 138 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 136 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM 184 Nm @ 4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14 gallons (53.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 131 mph (211 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.3 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: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65 T15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.4 in (4506 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/60.7 in (1,542/1,542 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2723 lbs (1235 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Notes |
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North American model |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (115 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1582 cm3 |
Power: | 84.6 KW @ 4000 RPM 115 HP @ 4000 RPM 113 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 188 lb-ft @ 1900-2750 RPM 255 Nm @ 1900-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 14 gallons (53.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.6 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: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65 T15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.4 in (4506 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/60.7 in (1,542/1,542 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.2 cuFT (402 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2822 lbs (1280 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
Notes |
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Asian model |