Hyundai Elantra 2012 Excellent Performance

The 2012 new Hyundai Elantra bucks convention with a style that breaks free of thetraditional compact car ‘blah’ factor. Designed in Southern California,the Elantra integrates a sloping, coupe-like roofline and an increasedwheelbase to give it a sporty, low profile that leaves its boxiercompetitors behind. Hyundai Elantra with 29 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway, the Elantra gets better gasmileage than the Civic, Corolla and even the Ford Focus. The 6-speedtransmission has been paired with a sophisticated 1.8L, 4-cylinderengine to also deliver the best power-to-weight in its class. With more interior space than the Corolla, the Civic, and even theNissan Maxima, the Elantra has plenty of room for premium features likefront and rear heated seats, leather seating surfaces and even a360 watt audio system.

2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012-Hyundai-Elantra

The Hyundai Elantra continues Hyundai’s tradition of keeping maintenance costs at a bare minimum.
Itshigh safety rating will save you on insurance. And the projectedhighest residual value in its class means your Elantra won’t lose itsvalue anytime soon. A lightweight, high-tech engine helps Elantra achieve the best power-to-weight in its class and standard 40 MPG, highway. That’s better than the Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla. The 2012 Elantra breaks convention, and years of compact car complacency. This is not your ordinary compact ride. Elantra’s sophisticated 6-speed SHIFTRONICautomatic transmission uses new technology to improve durability andreduce weight. The result is greater fuel efficiency with smoothacceleration for the highway, while balancing power and comfort forin-town traffic. Elantra’s engine features Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing(D-CVVT), which improves breathing on the intake, and exhaust camshaftsthat help lower emissions to provide better fuel economy. With its exceptionally low coefficient of drag (0.28), a highlyefficient 4-cylinder engine, and a responsive 6-speed transmission, theElantra goes farther with less. 40 MPG Hwy standard more fuel-efficientthan the Civic, Corolla and Focus.

2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra

The Hyundai Elantra bucks convention in a big way with its distinctive “Wind Craft” inspired shape. Stylefeatures like wraparound headlights, available front fog lights and anincreased wheelbase give it a lower, sportier profile. This is a compact car like none before it. No more fumbling for the key in your pocket or purse. TheElantra recognizes your key fob and, with a push of a button on thedoor handle, immediately unlocks the door for you. Now you can get in,hit the push button start and go. The LIMITED includes attractive bodycolor side mirrors with turn-signalindicators that increase visibility and safety, a one-touch powertilt-and-slide sunroof with sliding sunshade, and 17-inch, 7-spokealloy wheels that are not only a stylish addition, but also give youmore rubber on the road.

2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra Interior

The superbly designed interior gives you more space than the Corolla, the Civic and even the Nissan Maxima.
In fact, the Elantra has so much room, the government classifies it as a midsize car instead of a compact.
Here’s something that will make you feel even more comfortable: Elantra offers the most front leg room in its class. Intuitively designed around the driver, audio and climate controls arewithin easy reach. There’s loads of leg room, and generous head andshoulder room for both the front- and rear-seat passengers plus 14.8cubic feet of cargo volume, which makes it ideal for long weekends.Special attention has also been paid to reduce NVH (Noise, Vibration,Harshness) which ensures a smooth and quiet ride. The Elantra defies stripped down compact car tradition with standard iPod/USB and auxiliary input jacks, and XMSatellite Radio. The LIMITED adds available Proximity Key entry withelectronic push button start, while high-tech upgrades includeavailable 7-inch color navigation information display, Bluetooth and even an available rearview camera to help with parking and backing up.

Standard on all trims, you get over 170 commercial-free radio stationson XM Satellite Radio, plus upgrade to the available navigation andreceive XM NavTraffic for real-time traffic info, and XM NavWeather, XM Sports and XM Stocks to keep you informed and in charge. Available on the Limited, the navigation system with 7 inch screenmakes it easy to get from A to B with voice recognition or interactivetouchscreen. The system allows you to search for nearby businesses,such as gas stations, ATMs or restaurants. You can even get a clearpicture of the current traffic situations, weather, stocks and sportsscores, all in real time.

If you must talk while driving, please do it with your hands on thewheel. The Elantra’s available Bluetooth technology with phonebooktransfer gives you hands-free access to your phone with a very handyvoice-recognition control. The rearview camera, available on the Limited, displays images on thecentral in-dash touchscreen, with guidelines that help direct you intotight spots and take the guesswork out of backing up.