Hyundai has launched the refreshed
2015 Elantra at a starting
price of Rs 14.13 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). In the new model, the Elantra has been given
mid-life improvements which include additional features and aesthetic
enhancements, but no mechanical revisions.
Starting
off with exterior enhancements, the 2015 Elantra gets a
newly-designed front bumper, projector headlamp with daylight running LEDs,
redesigned fog-lamps and chrome grille on the front fascia. Move on to the side
profile and you will notice new set of 10-spoke 16-inch alloy wheels, chrome
treatment on door handles and yet more chrome on the window belt line. At the
back, updates come in shape of new LED effect rear combination lamps and a
sporty dual-tone bumper. And yes, there’s a chrome tipped exhaust as well.
The
interior of the 2015 Elantra
get minor revisions. The cabin now comes in an all-black theme along with
leather seats, metallic scuff plates, aluminium pedals, rear AC vents and
ergonomically positioned console box with arm rest.
On
mechanical front, the 2015 Elantra
remains unchanged, implying you get the same engine options to choose from as
before. The powertrain on the 2015 Elantra includes a 1.8
dual-VTVT petrol and 1.6 VGT CRDi diesel engine. The former is rated at 149.5PS
& 178Nm, while the latter produces 128PS and 260Nm. Both the engines can be
had with a six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual gearbox.
Commenting
on the launch of the 2015 Elantra,
B.S. Seo, Managing Director & CEO, Hyundai India said,
“The Elantra
has always been the trendsetter in its segment and is now set to offer high
standard in the premium segment. The 2015 Elantra will delight our
customers with its high-class appeal and agility. Elantra being a global model
is Hyundai’s first car
and one of only 10 cars in the history of the auto industry to reach over 10
million sales globally. Designed in line with a vision of creating cutting edge
driving innovations and delivering outstanding comfort features, the new Elantra is
engineered for excellence to cater to various needs of the customers.”
Safety
features on the new model include 6 airbags,vehicle stability management
electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, hill-assist control etc.
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