Hyundai began distancing itself from a budget brand reputation years ago with fresh product that began to turn heads. It’s offerings kept getting better, and now the Korean carmaker has broken into a full sprint as it continues to buffer an already 
strong range with good quality, no nonsense vehicles. The latest addition to this expanding stable is the all-new 2011 Elantra small sedan that enters the fray as the fifth generation of the nameplate. Compact sedans are rarely known for being exciting machines but the new Elantra’s slick bodywork immediately separates itself from more conservative competition. Does it have the brawn and the brains to back up the sexy sheetmetal? Car and SUV spent a week with the new Elantra to find out.
For most potential buyers it’s the Elantra’s shape that will pierce their interest despite the lack of any sharp edges. It’s an elegantly worked collaboration of creases and coupe-inspired curves. Hyundai’s ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language is in full force with the Elantra and gives it a strong family resemblance with its larger i45 sibling. Details like a broad lower air dam, pumped-out wheel arches and ascending shoulder line make the Elantra look wide and low. Continue reading “Hyundai Elantra 2011 Review” »
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