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Hyundai Elantra I 1.8 i.e. 16V (127 Hp) Automatic
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Hyundai Elantra:
The Hyundai Elantra , also known as the Hyundai Avante , is a series of compact cars produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 1990.
In South Korea, the first-generation model was initially sold under the "Elantra" nameplate, but starting from the second-generation, Korean models were sold under the "Avante" nameplate, with the "Elantra" name continue to be used on export models. The "Avante" name is not used in most export markets due to its similarity with Audi's "Avant" designation, used for their station wagon models. As of 2018, Singapore is the only export market outside South Korea to utilize the "Avante" name....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Hyundai Elantra (I). With 165 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1100 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 187 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1990 Hyundai Elantra I was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official rating is available. Safety features were basic for its era, with ABS being an available option on some higher trims.
1.8 i.e. 16V (127 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful automatic option, offering noticeably better acceleration than the 1.6L, making it more suitable for varied driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Despite higher power, its fuel economy is surprisingly good for an automatic, making it a balanced choice for performance and efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Generally reliable and easy to maintain
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Decent fuel economy with manual transmissions
- • Simple, straightforward design
Cons:
- • Uninspired performance, especially with automatic transmissions
- • Basic interior quality and features
- • Lack of advanced safety features (common for its era)
- • Dated styling compared to some rivals
- • Limited enthusiast appeal
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Elantra |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i.e. 16V (127 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 127 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 69.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 165 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Sirius / G4CN |
| Engine displacement: | 1836 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 187 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.7 kg/Hp, 115.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 150 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1100 |
| Max. weight: | 1620 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 350 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4360 mm mm |
| Width: | 1675 mm mm |
| Height: | 1385 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1430 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
If you could change one thing about the Hyundai Elantra, what would it be?