Check out the 2012 North American Car of the Year at Jim Hudson Hyundai!
The 2012 Hyundai Elantra is one sedan everyone will love, thanks to its sleek design, solid construction, abundant comfort, copious equipment list and outstanding fuel efficiency. And you can test drive the 2012 Hyundai Elantra today in Columbia, SC, at Jim Hudson Hyundai, serving customers in Lexington, West Columbia, Cayce and throughout the Midlands.
Elantra Engine, Transmission and Fuel Economy
Available in GLS and Limited trim levels, the 2012 Elantra gets its power from an efficient 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine with Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) that puts out 148 horsepower and 131 pound-feet of torque. Buyers in California and other states with strict emissions standards will receive an Elantra with a partial zero-emissions vehicle (PZEV) version of this engine, slightly lowering horsepower to 145 and torque to 130. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission with Active ECO System for added fuel economy. All Elantra models come equipped with front-wheel drive. Speed tests conducted by Edmunds revealed that an Elantra Limited could power from 0 to 60 mph in just 9.4 seconds. The spacious trunk sports 14.8 cubic feet of cargo space, an above-average number for vehicles in this particular class. Meanwhile, standard fuel economy is an impressively high 29 MPG city/40 MPG highway regardless of trim level or transmission selection, giving it better highway numbers than rivals like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, or Ford Focus.
Elantra Standard Equipment and Options
Treat yourself to daily doses of the great outdoors courtesy of the one-touch power tilt-and-slide sunroof with sliding sunshade. Class up your commute with all your favorite songs thanks to the 360-watt premium audio system with external amplifier and iPod/USB and auxiliary input jacks. Or you can tune into one of over 170 commercial-free radio stations on XM Satellite Radio. Always arrive at your next destination on time when guided by the navigation system with 7-inch touch screen, voice recognition, XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather, XM Sports and XM Stocks. Plus, no more struggling to locate your keys in order to unlock your Elantra: With Proximity Key entry with electronic push button start, your car immediately recognizes your keyfob and you can unlock the doors and start the engine with a couple button presses.
Long drives during colder weather are a treat while basking in the warmth of heated front and rear seats, a first for a compact car. Finally, make and take cell phone calls without removing your hands from the wheel thanks to the Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition control and phonebook transfer. Other features/options include wraparound automatic headlights, front fog lights, bodycolor heated power side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, 17-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels, solar control glass, leather-wrapped tilt telescopic steering wheel with mounted audio and cruise controls, power windows with illuminated window switches and driver-side auto up/down features, leather-wrapped shift knob, illuminated ignition and multi-function trip computer.
Elantra Safety Features
Part of the navigation system, the rearview camera makes backing up and parallel parking a snap. Standard safety and security features also abound. This lengthy list includes items like Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Antilock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Vehicle Stability Management system, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS
