2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Hatchback

Summary

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The 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring is a FWD compact five door hatchback powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 138 hp and 136 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options consist of a standard 5-speed manual transmission and an optional 4-speed automatic. Fuel mileage falls within an EPA estimated range of 23 mpg city to 31 mpg highway. Features include 17-inch wheels, air conditioning, tilt-and-slide sunroof, tilt steering wheel, steering-wheel mounted cruise control, heated front seats, steering wheel mounted audio controls, power windows, remote keyless entry, 6-speaker sound system, and USB/auxiliary input jacks. Safety is comprised of advanced front airbags, side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, speed sensing auto door locks, and tire pressure monitoring. The Elantra Touring is backed by a 5-year/60,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Hatchback

Hyundai says that the Elantra Touring wagon also has more interior volume than any 5-door in its class. Ride quality and refinement are surprisingly good for the class. The Elantra Touring features 24 cubic feet of cargo space and a very efficient 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that allows the wagon to get 31 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in the city. Standard equipment includes heated mirrors, an iPod-integrated stereo, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, anti-lock brakes, stability control and a host of air bags.

What's new for 2012?

The Elantra Touring wagon carries over into 2012 with almost no changes. The Preferred Package replaces the Popular Equipment Package. A roadside assistance kit is now optional and 16-inch alloy wheels have been added to the Preferred Package. Two new colors are available: Volcanic Red and Dove White.

Model Strengths

Roomy interior
flexible cargo space
ride and refinement
fuel efficiency
value for the money

Model Review

The Elantra Touring is similar to, but fundamentally unique from, the Elantra sedan. Both feature a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, strut-type front suspension with a multi-link rear suspension, but the Touring features a 24-cubic-foot cargo area, expandable to more than 65 cubic feet with the seats folded to accommodate cumbersome cargo.

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