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India-bound 2021 Hyundai Elantra breaks cover, gets an all-new look
Last updated on Mar 18, 2020, 05:13 pm
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South Korean automaker Hyundai has unveiled the 2021 edition of its premium sedan, the Elantra, in the US.
The seventh-generation model comes with a new and sportier design, feature-loaded interiors, and a petrol-hybrid powertrain.
Notably, the updated sedan is likely to hit the Indian roads sometime next year.
Here's our roundup.
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Exteriors
A look at the 2021 Elantra
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The 2021 Hyundai Elantra comes with an all-new look featuring a coupe-inspired sloping roof design and an attractive front fascia with a massive cascading grille as well as triangular air inlets.
The car features an impressive side profile with angular-looking patterns, chrome highlights around the windows, and 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.
Furthermore, the sedan gets all-LED fitments for headlamps, turn indicators, and taillights.
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Interiors
Inside the cabin
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Inside, the seventh-generation Elantra sports a luxurious and spacious five-seater cabin featuring ventilated seats, an eight-speaker Bose sound system, ambient lighting, and a new four-spoke multifunctional steering wheel.
The car houses dual 10.25-inch digital screens for instrument cluster, and infotainment system. It comes with support for Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and BlueLink connected car technology.
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Engine
Power and performance
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The 2021 Elantra is available in two powertrain options: 2.0-liter petrol and a 1.6-liter GDI petrol-hybrid mated to a 32kW electric motor.
The former is capable of producing 150hp of power and 192Nm of peak torque, while the latter generates 139hp and 264Nm.
Apart from that, the India-specific Elantra may also get a 1.5-liter diesel engine option.
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Information
And, how much will it cost?
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According to reports, the seventh-generation Elantra is likely to be launched in India sometime next year. As for the pocket-pinch, it would be priced around Rs. 16-22 lakh in the country.
