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The Hyundai Elantra was given a controversial facelift for 2019, but the company is trying to erase the sins of the past by introducing an all-new model in California. Billed as an everyday four-door coupe, the 2021 Elantra (also called in i30 Sedan in some markets such as Australia) adopts the Korean brand’s so-called “Sensuous Sportiness” design language. Beyond the marketing fluff, it results in a more characterful styling than its predecessor, albeit convoluted and far from pretty as it’s as if it’s trying too hard to stand out from the crowd. As expected, the model follows in the footsteps of the Sonata and adopts a wide-face “parametric-jewel-pattern” grille. The turn signals are integrated into the grille and they reside next to angular headlights. The edgy front end gives way to a long flowing hood and sleeker bodywork.  The latter features a prominent character line which is echoed by an upward sweeping beltline. The roof and greenhouse are notably more dynamic...

The Hyundai Elantra is entering the 2019 model year with a bold new design that will likely provoke strong reactions. Set to go on sale in the United States this fall, the facelifted model has been extensively updated as the car has been equipped with a new front fascia, triangular headlights and a revised grille.  Designers also created a new hood and restyled front fenders. The sides remain largely the same, but the rear end has a new bumper and an updated trunk with an integrated spoiler. Rounding out the changes are restyled wheels and new taillights which have a more dynamic appearance. While most facelifts focus on the exterior, Hyundai has made a handful of updates in the cabin. The changes aren’t very noticeable, unless you know where to look, but the car has been equipped with a new instrument cluster and updated switchgear. While the infotainment system looks familiar, it’s actually an all-new AVN 5.0 version which features a larger 8-inch display and a f...

The facelifted Hyundai Elantra / Avante has been spied undisguised, ahead of its unveiling in South Korea next month. Looking far more radical than its predecessor, the updated model has been equipped with an all-new front fascia which eschews the gentle curves of the current model. The subtle styling cues are replaced by hard, angular lines and triangular shapes. The triangular styling can also been seen in the car’s new headlights which now extend into the grille. The latter has also been redesigned as it features a revised shape as well as slender horizontal bars. The sides remain largely the same, but the Elantra has been equipped with new taillights that have a more dynamic appearance. The rear bumper is also new and it includes a recessed area for the relocated license plate. While the pictures don’t give us a glimpse of the interior, Almuraba.net reports the car will have a new infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. We can a...

Over half a million Hyundai and Kia models are being recalled in the United States due to faulty brake lights. According to The Detroit News, 390,000 Hyundai Elantras built between 2013 and 2014, and over 134,000 Kia Fortes from 2012 through 2014, have been recalled as the brake lights may not go out when the pedal is released. Government documents reveal that the polymer stopper pad between the brake pedal arm and the light switch can deteriorate, thus allowing the switch to stay on even when the pedal isn’t depressed. This fault also means the driver can shift out of Park without applying the brakes. To fix the issue, dealerships will replace the brake stopper pad. Kia’s recall will commence on January 30 while Hyundai’s will kick off on February 8. Carscoops

Hyundai has lifted the veils off the all-new US market 2017 Elantra Sport, which now comes with turbo power and a multilink rear suspension.  Deemed as the  most powerful Elantra model ever , the new Sport is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-litre GDI petrol engine with “more than 200hp and 190lb ft of torque”. Customers will be able to choose between a six-speed manual and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The chassis is fitted with an exclusive multilink rear suspension to  ensure sportier handling  while the exterior gains a subtle body kit and bigger alloy wheels.  The small changes continue inside the cabin which now features a flat-bottom steering wheel, sports seats and red contrast stitching. Hyundai didn’t reveal any more details on the performance or pricing  of the new Elantra  Sport which will become available closer to the on-sale date which is the fourth quarter of 2016.  “The new Elantra Sport demonstrates our commitment to pr...

Presented on its local market under the Avante moniker,  Hyundai's new Elantra Sport  will arrive in the United States by the end of this year. The US-spec model should remain virtually identical to the  South Korean , with a redesigned bumper at the front with larger air intakes, Turbo badge on the grille, horizontal LED DRLs, HID headlamps, larger side skirts, reprofiled bumper at the rear with an incorporated diffuser, chrome-finished exhaust tips and different signature LED taillights.  Completing  its design  is a new set of 18-inch alloy wheels, wrapped in 225/40 rubber, but for some extra cash, Hyundai will throw in the "Extreme Package", consisting of a rear spoiler, 18-inch rims with different pattern and performance parts. Inside, the range-topper has gained sportier seats, flat-bottomed steering wheel, faux carbon fiber and red accents.  The Elantra Sport is powered by a 1.6-liter T-GDi turbocharged four producing 204 PS (201 HP) and 265 ...