2018 Hyundai Elantra Sport Review

New High-Value SEL Model Highlights Upgrades to the 2018 Elantra Lineup

Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert applied to more than 80% of model line

Fast Facts:
Now in its sixth generation, Elantra has achieved more than 2.9 million sales since its launch in the U.S.
Assembled in both Montgomery, Alabama and Ulsan, South Korea
EPA Size Classification: Midsize (a class-above Chevrolet Cruise and Ford Focus)


New for 2018:

New high volume SEL trim replaces SE with Popular Equipment Package and includes
Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist
Seven-inch Display Audio system AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM with six speakers
Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
16-inch alloy wheels with 205/55 R16 tires
Four-wheel disc brakes
Heated outside mirrors
Auto headlamp control
3.5-inch TFT mono cluster display
Rear cup holders (mounted rear of center console)

Limited trim features now include:
Gloss black interior accents
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with Blue Link and HomeLink standard
All available Blue Link features standard for three years
Sport trim features now include:
Power Sunroof and Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist standard

All trims receive:
New machine gray exterior color choice
All available Blue Link features standard for three years

Vehicle Highlights:

Elantra now has six different trims to fit every shopper’s personality and pocket book
SE, SEL and Value –well-equipped with popular options at attractive price points
Eco –EPA estimated 35 miles per gallon combined fuel economy rating using a 1.4L turbo GDI four cylinder engine and seven-speed DCT
Limited – surrounds drivers with leather, advanced technology and class-leading safety features
Sport – striking design upgrades and exciting driving dynamics via an independent rear suspension
Powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering an estimated 201 hp and 195 lb.-ft. of torque mated to a six-speed manual or seven-speed DCT with paddle shifters
Available HID headlights with dynamic bending light, door handle approach lights, LED DRL’s and taillights
Standard 2.0L Atkinson cycle four-cylinder with an estimated 147 hp and 132 lb. ft. of torque (SE, SEL, Value and Limited trims)
Available eight-inch Multimedia Navigation System and seven-inch Display Audio System with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and Blue Link
Available Infinity premium audio with eight speakers including center channel & subwoofer with segment 1st Clari-Fi Music Restoration Technology
Available segment 1st hands-free smart trunk release and dual USB
Available heated front & rear seats and segment 1st Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver’s seat, outside mirrors and instrument panel illumination
America’s Best Warranty


Advanced Safety Technologies

Available Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist
Available Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
Available Lane Keep Assist and Smart Cruise Control
Seven standard airbags including driver’s knee airbag
Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety


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