HYUNDAI Excel 5 Doors 1998-2000 Photos, engines & full specs
Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1998, 1999, 2000
The last generation of the Excel was available in three body versions: hatchback with three and five-doors and a sedan. It was a transition model to the Accent lineup.
It was a time of an uncertain future for the Korean carmaker. It tried different versions for different markets, and the same went with the names. While the Excel kept that name in some countries, it showed a different name in the others, such as the Accent or Pony.
Its styling was still bland, with a rounded shape. It might be one of the best examples of biodesign made by a carmaker who didn't have a proper car design experience. Its oval, slim headlights and the slot that acted as a grille were the first signs of a carmaker that didn't really know how to put body parts on a car and look good. At least, it wasn't ugly anymore. Just bland.
Inside, there was a big improvement in material quality over its predecessor. The cloth seats with velour and plastic door panels were better fitted and didn't rattle all the time. There was just a shy try to enhance the cabin by using light-gray colors and pastel color pattern on the seats. Since it was built as a hatchback, the carmaker installed a split-folding rear bench.
Under the hood, Hyundai installed two engine choices: a 1.3-liter and a 1.5-liter unit. Both were bought from Mitsubishi.
HYUNDAI Excel 5 Doors 1998, 1999, 2000
- 1.3i 5MT FWD (84 HP)
- 1.5i 5MT FWD (88 HP)
HYUNDAI Excel 5 Doors
1.3i 5MT FWD (84 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3i 5MT FWD (84 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1341 cm3 |
| Power: | 62 KW @ 5700 RPM 84 HP @ 5700 RPM 83 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
| Torque: | 87 lb-ft @ 3100 RPM 118 Nm @ 3100 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 108.1 mph (174 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 155/80 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 161.4 in (4100 mm) |
| Width: | 63.8 in (1621 mm) |
| Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12 cuFT (340 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2041.5 lbs (926 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3262.8 lbs (1480 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 25.6 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 177 g/km |
HYUNDAI Excel 5 Doors
1.5i 5MT FWD (88 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5i 5MT FWD (88 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1495 cm3 |
| Power: | 65 KW @ 5600 RPM 88 HP @ 5600 RPM 87 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 3050 RPM 130 Nm @ 3050 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 109.4 mph (176 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 155/80 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 161.4 in (4100 mm) |
| Width: | 63.8 in (1621 mm) |
| Height: | 54.7 in (1389 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.5 in (1,420/1,410 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12 cuFT (340 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2048.1 lbs (929 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3262.8 lbs (1480 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 20.8 mpg US (11.3 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 203 g/km |