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Hyundai Elantra
2024 Hyundai Elantra
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$21,475
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Hyundai Sonata
2024 Hyundai Sonata
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$28,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 33 MPG
Hwy: 42 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.2 ft³
Trunk Volume
16 ft³

Photos

Hyundai Elantra
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
42
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Hyundai Sonata
2024 Hyundai Sonata Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque
132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
3,120 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
37 MPG
32 MPG
City
33 MPG
28 MPG
Highway
42 MPG
38 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
5.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
14.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
462 miles
414.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
588 miles
562.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.1 in
192.9 in
Height
55.7 in
56.9 in
Max Width
71.9 in
73.2 in
Front Width
62.7 in
64.3 in
Rear Width
63.1 in
64.6 in
Wheelbase
107.1 in
111.8 in
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
46.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.6 in
40 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.5 in
57.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
54.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38 in
34.8 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.3 in
38.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
56.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
50.5 in
54.4 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.2 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.4 ft
35.9 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
15" x 6"
16" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 6"
16" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P195/65HR15
P205/65HR16
Rear Tire
P195/65HR15
P205/65HR16
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Abyss Black
  • Amazon Gray
  • Ecotronic Gray
  • Fluid Metal
  • Intense Blue
  • Ultimate Red
  • Carbon Blue, Late availability.
  • Curated Silver, Late availability.
  • Hampton Gray
  • Onyx Black
  • Portofino Gray
  • Ultimate Red, Late availability.

Optional Exterior Colors

Serenity White
  • Hyper White
  • Serenity White

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Dark Gray, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
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