Progressive technical characteristics of Hyundai Elantra: a new leader in sales of class C?

There is a sensation: the South Korean car "Hyundai Elantra" - a four-door sedan - thanks to five-time restyling gradually acquires the features of the leader of group C. The reaction of the car market to this model was ambiguous, quite unexpectedly appeared the competitor of venerable brands. What determines the attractiveness of this model? It is possible that Korean designers managed to concentrate modern non-familiar design, economy, tangible development potential. Hyundai Motor Company now realizes it in Asia, America, CIS countries.

Obviously, before the seizure of Europe, the leading automobile corporation of Korea is seriously working to ensure that the technical characteristics of Hyundai Elantra become appreciably dominant in its class. The prerequisites for this are quite serious. The current version of the car is made on the basis of a new platform, where the breathing of corporate engineering and scientific thought is clearly felt. Attention is drawn to the fact that the machine has grown, its dimensions in length, width, height are 4530, 1775, 1445 mm, respectively. The base of the updated "Hyundai" is 2700 mm. The road clearance is 150 mm. The line of "Gamma" engines with 1,6 and 1,8 power outputs 132 and 149,6 hp. A new six-speed transmission, in addition to coordinated work with the engine, helps to save fuel compared to similar five-stage devices. However, for fans of traditional driving there is a variant with a six-speed "mechanics". The device of a forward suspension bracket - MakPersonovskoe, back - independent torsional. The luggage compartment is spacious (485 hp).

According to reviews of motorists who use cars from other brands, they are comfortable in the cabin, the technical characteristics of Hyundai Elantra are also quite satisfactory. The car thanks to the innovative electronic stabilization system is confidently moving at the rate, even with sudden braking or acceleration on a complex road surface. The operation of the electronic power steering also deserves, according to reviews, the highest score. Highly appreciate the ergonomics of the seats, the functionality of the steering wheel, the convenience and informativity of the instrument panel, noise insulation, "soft" suspension. This car is not only urban, "road", but convenient for weekends. Folding rear seats free space for skis, fishing rods and other overall things. Head optics are also memorable and recognizable. The original arrowhead block of the headlights is the visiting card of Hyundai Elantra. Technical characteristics fully correspond to its aerodynamics, harmonious contours, aesthetics. The design uses enhanced stylish and recognizable side embossing, expressive contours of wheel arches, a "racing" low profile roof. The harmonious combination of the rear bumper with the inverted arrows of the rear headlights leave a pleasant impression. The safety of the driver and passengers is provided by six airbags.

As the conclusions should be recognized as an obvious success, the technical characteristics of Hyundai Elantra are quite competitive. Not for nothing is the updated economy car, sold at a moderate price for its class, is very popular in the United States. The price of the basic equipment on the Russian market is 700 thousand rubles, and the maximum completed - 914 thousand rubles. Against the backdrop of a technical breakthrough, however, the direction of further modernization is being seen. Presumably, the dynamic technical characteristics of Hyundai Elantra will be improved. The drivers note an uncertain acceleration of the model (100 km / h in 10.7 seconds). However, gaining speed, walking along the road, the car deserves positive feedback, demonstrating excellent opportunities.