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Hyundai Elantra

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 73% Detailed ratings

Price $15,799 – $24,699 Payments

Fuel consumption 5.2 – 8.9 L/100km

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Dearest Elantra, we’re wishing you a very happy 20th anniversary on Canadian roads! Featuring fluid lines, there is no shortage of 5th generation Elantras on our market. The 2012 vintage is nearly identical to last year’s, and its 148-hp 1.8L engine is very good on gas. Several trims are offered, ranging from the basic L to the all-dressed Limited. A 6-speed transmission is offered on all.

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2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line : first images

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The Car Guide rating 73%

Pros

Solid mechanics
Elegant body shape
Reasonable road holding
Powerful brakes
Roomy interior

Cons

Noisy engine
Dilapidated automatic transmission
Tires need replacing
Suspended model

Driving	7/10
Safety	7/10
Interior	8/10
Reliability	7/10
Winter driving	7/10
Comfort	8/10

What's new in 2012

New model (Sedan)

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Recalls

Brakes
February 8, 2024
Brakes
September 22, 2023
Brakes
March 8, 2023
Airbag
October 29, 2019
Other
August 21, 2019
Structure
June 12, 2014

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