Hyundai, Elantra/Avante

The Hyundai Elantra (known as the Hyundai Avante in some markets) is a compact sedan that has been in production since 1990. It was first introduced in South Korea and later became available globally under different names such as Elantra, Avante, and Lanos.

First Generation (1990-1995)

The first-generation Elantra was launched in South Korea in 1990 and featured a sleek design with pop-up headlights. The car had a front-wheel-drive layout and was powered by a range of engines including a 1.3L and 1.6L gasoline units, as well as a 1.5L diesel engine.

Second Generation (1995-2000)

In 1995, Hyundai released the second-generation Elantra, which boasted a more modern design with a new grille and revised front and rear bumpers. The car's interior was also upgraded with improved materials and features such as power windows and mirrors.

Third Generation (2000-2006)

The third-generation Elantra was launched in 2000 and featured a more aggressive exterior design with a wider front grille, fog lights, and a new rear spoiler. The car's interior was also upgraded with features such as air conditioning, central locking, and an audio system.

Fourth Generation (2006-2011)

The fourth-generation Elantra was released in 2006 and featured a more aerodynamic design with a sloping front grille, fog lights, and a rear spoiler. The car's interior was also upgraded with features such as leather upholstery, power windows and mirrors, and an audio system.

Fifth Generation (2011-2015)

In 2011, Hyundai released the fifth-generation Elantra, which featured a more aggressive exterior design with a wider front grille, LED headlights, and a new rear spoiler. The car's interior was also upgraded with features such as heated seats, power windows and mirrors, and an audio system.

Sixth Generation (2015-present)

The sixth-generation Elantra was launched in 2015 and featured a more aerodynamic design with a sloping front grille, LED headlights, and a rear spoiler. The car's interior was also upgraded with features such as heated seats, power windows and mirrors, an audio system, and advanced safety features such as forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking.

Engines

Throughout its generations, the Hyundai Elantra has been powered by a range of engines including gasoline units with displacements from 1.3L to 2.0L, as well as diesel engines with displacements from 1.5L to 2.0L. The car's transmissions have included manual and automatic gearboxes with varying numbers of gears.

Awards

The Hyundai Elantra has received several awards throughout its history including the "Car of the Year" award in South Korea, as well as recognition for its safety features by organizations such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Sales

The Hyundai Elantra has been a commercial success with millions of units sold worldwide. The car's popularity can be attributed to its reliability, fuel efficiency, and affordability.

Competitors

The Hyundai Elantra competes in the compact sedan market against other popular models such as the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Volkswagen Jetta, and Mazda3.