Hyundai revealed a multitude of new cars at the LA Auto Show including the brand new 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe.
This bodes well for auto buyers as the new Elantra Coupe boasts a more powerful engine, and all automatic transmission, and features an enticing 34 miles per gallon, combined, as well as many new styling changes!
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Coupe | Base Price: NA |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 gals (50 L) | Miles Per Gallon: 28 city / 38 hwy |
| Length: 178.7 in. (453.9 cm) | Wheel Base: 106.3 in. (270 cm) |
| Height: 56.5 in. (143.5 cm) | Width: 69.9 in. (177.5 cm) |
| Curb Weight: 2835 lbs (1286 kg) | Ground Clearance: 5.5 in. (14 cm) |
| Luggage Capacity: 14.8 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 4 people |
| Engine: 1.8 Liter Nu 4 Cylinder | Compression Ratio: 10.3: 1 |
| Horsepower: 148 HP | Max RPM: 16500 RPM |
| Torque: 131 lb-ft @4700 rpm | Transmission: 6-Speed Manual |
* GS trim
Engine & Performance
In order to keep up with consumer demand and needs, Hyundai drastically improved the specs on their Elantra Coupe. While it no longer has a manual transmission, it does have significant improvements.
The Elantra coupe comes with a 1.8 liter, four cylinder engine that gives you 173 horsepower and 154 lbs.-ft. of torque at 4,700 rpm. It is fuel efficient and is a great choice for those looking for an economical yet sporty coupe.
The previous Elantra Coupe engine did not have a GDI engine (which is a direct gasoline injection engine). This lowered its horsepower by a staggering 25 hp, meaning that the 2014 model is has a 17% HP increase!
Another aspect worth noting in the new Elantra Coupe is the suspension, which is necessary for drivers to have a more stable turning experience especially with the increased horsepower.
Exterior
The Coupe is equipped with a sporty looking rear spoiler, 17 inch alloy wheels, and a new front grill in black with chrome edging. The lines and design of the new Elantra Coupe make it look sexy and sleek; while the interior gives it the sporty feel that driver’s desire.
Interior
With controls around the steering wheel, an all black interior, a navigation system installed into the front console, the new Elantra Coupe is a vast improvement from previous years.
