2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring: Intelligent hatchback
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At A Glance
| GENERAL | |
| Model | 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| Passenger Doors | 5 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| MSRP | $14995 |
| Destination Charge | $1495.00 |
Standard Equipment
| EXTERIOR | |
| 16" x 6.0" aluminum alloy wheels | |
| P205/55HR16 tires | |
| T125/80D15 compact spare tire | |
| Pwr sunroof | |
| Body-colour bumpers | |
| Chrome accented grille | |
| Front fog lights | |
| Body-colour heated pwr mirrors | |
| Tinted glass w/windshield sunshade band | |
| Variable intermittent 2-speed windshield wipers | |
| Body-colour door handles | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Leather heated front bucket seats-inc: adjustable headrests, driver seat height adjuster | |
| Active head restraints | |
| 60/40 split-folding rear seat w/adjustable armrest, cup holder & (3) adjustable headrests | |
| Centre console-inc: armrest, storage, (2) cup holders | |
| Cut-pile floor carpeting | |
| Floor mats | |
| Leather wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/cruise & audio controls | |
| Instrumentation-inc: tachometer, coolant temp, odometer, digital clock | |
| Trip computer | |
| Engine immobilizer | |
| Pwr front/rear windows w/driver-side auto-down | |
| Pwr door locks | |
| Two-turn unlock | |
| Remote keyless entry | |
| Cruise control | |
| Remote fuel filler door/hood/trunk release | |
| Alarm system | |
| Air conditioning w/automatic temp control | |
| Air filter | |
| Rear seat heater ducts | |
| Rear window defroster | |
| (2) 12-volt aux pwr outlets | |
| Leather door trim inserts | |
| Door map pockets | |
| Lighting-inc: cargo area, dome, map lights, glove compartment | |
| Illuminated ignition key cylinder surround | |
| Seatback pockets | |
| Dual illuminated sunvisor vanity mirrors w/extensions | |
| Leather wrapped shift knob | |
| (3) assist grips | |
| (1) rear coat hanger | |
| Sunglass holder | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 2.0L DOHC 16-valve CVVT I4 engine | |
| 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD | |
| Shift interlock system | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) w/traction control system (TCS) | |
| Front wheel drive | |
| 90-amp alternator | |
| 60-amp/hr battery w/battery saver | |
| Independent MacPherson strut front suspension w/coil springs, gas shocks | |
| Independent multi-link rear suspension w/gas shocks | |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | |
| Pwr engine-speed sensing rack & pinion steering | |
| Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) w/electronic brake force distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake assist | |
| SAFETY | |
| Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) w/electronic brake force distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake assist | |
| Driver/front passenger airbags | |
| Front/rear side-curtain airbags | |
| Front side-impact airbags | |
| 3-point front seat belts w/adjustable shoulder height, pre-tensioners, force limiters | |
| 3-point inboard rear seat belts | |
| Child safety rear door locks | |
| Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system | |
| Impact-sensing driver door unlock | |
| Pwr window lockout | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) w/traction control system (TCS) | |
| Shift interlock system | |
| Energy-absorbing steering column | |
| Body-side reinforcements | |
| Front/rear crumple zones | |
| Hood buckling creases | |
| ENTERTAINMENT | |
| EntertainmentInfo | AM/FM/MP3 audio system w/CD player-inc: (6) speakers, aux input jack |
| EntertainmentInfo | In-glass antenna |
Consumer Information
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyInfo | Basic: |
| WarrantyInfo | 5 Years/100,000 km |
| WarrantyInfo | Drivetrain: |
| WarrantyInfo | Corrosion: |
| WarrantyInfo | 5 Years/Unlimited km |
| WarrantyInfo | Roadside Assistance: |
| WarrantyInfo | 3 Years/Unlimited km |
Technical Specification
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | Midsize |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 |
| Displacement | 2.0L/121 |
| Fuel System | MPI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 138 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 136 @ 4600 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 4 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.92 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.55 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.71 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.48 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.85 |
| Mileage | |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 8.2 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 6.0 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary) | 60 |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | - TBD - |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | 7.0 |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2895 |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | 1500 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | 150 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | 0.91 |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | 0.67 |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.8 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.3 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | P205/55HR16 |
| Rear Tire Size | P205/55HR16 |
| Spare Tire Size | T125/80D15 |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 16 x 6.0 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 16 x 6.0 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) | Compact |
| Front Wheel Material | Alloy |
| Rear Wheel Material | Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 15.4 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.13 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 33.8 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L) | 53 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 104.3 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 177.4 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 69.9 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 58.3 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 60.2 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 60.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 5.9 |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume (ft?) | 14.2 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft?) | 97.9 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 40.0 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 43.5 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 55.6 |
| Front Hip Room (in) | 54.2 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.0 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 55.1 |
| Second Hip Room (in) | 54.0 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name | Elantra (Touring) |
| Body Style | 4 Door Sedan |
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