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Hyundai’s new Elantra will have you star-struck and impressed with enhanced features and sophisticated styling.

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Hyundai’s new Elantra will have you star-struck and impressed with enhanced features and sophisticated styling.
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In the same way Korea’s pop culture exports are enjoying worldwide appeal for their flawless appearances and catchy tunes, it’s no exaggeration to say that the new Hyundai Elantra sedan has taken a leaf out of that playbook.

CHARMING LOOKS

There are three variants to choose from – Auto, S and Elite. All feature the signature “shark’s mouth” hexagonal grille and front-wheel air curtains Upon approval Please sign: that optimise aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.

The premium Elantra Elite boasts modern lighting signatures that include, for the first time, LED daytime running lights that accentuates its contemporary and sporty appearance. So it’s no surprise that the Elantra had received the prestigious 2016 iF Design Award in January this year.

PREMIUM FEATURES

More than just a pretty face, the Elantra has a more rigid chassis that makes use of high-strength steel for improved handling, noise insulation, comfort and durability. Enhancements to the way the car is built, through the use of components found in planes, have also allowed the car to score top marks for safety.

The drivetrain coupling of 1.6-litre Gamma MPI engine and six-speed automatic gearbox give you more bang for your buck with greater fuel efficiency.

Soft-touch interior finishes inside the car create an inviting atmosphere, while amenities such as an integrated memory system for the powered driver’s seat and side view mirrors, dualzone automatic climate control and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror pamper the driver.

Upping the ante against its competitors, the Elantra goes all out to further indulge the driver with features – such as Blind Spot Detection, hands-free Smart Trunk and Hill-Start Assist – usually only found in luxury cars. With so much on offer, the Hyundai Elantra will surely be going places with families and working adults. 

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