2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

NEW FOR 2013:

- Hyundai Elantra GT is a brand new model, based on the European Hyundai i30, and replaces the outgoing Hyundai Elantra Touring.

For 2013, the Elantra GT makes its debut - joining the new Elantra Coupe - replacing the outgoing Elantra Touring. The new Elantra GT, while sharing a nameplate with its sedan and coupe counterparts, is underpinned by the same architecture as the European market Hyundai i30. As such, we will only have information regarding the GT here. If you are looking for the Elantra sedan or coupe, head over to the Buyer's Guide: 2013 Hyundai Elantra page.

The Elantra GT does share the same engine as others with the Elantra nameplate - a DOHC 16-valve, four-cylinder engine with D-CVVT (Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing) and two-stage Variable Intake System (VIS), producing 148 hp and 131 lb-ft of torque. It is mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC manual mode. At the front, a McPherson strut system, Sachs twin tube gas shocks, and 22mm stabilizer handle dampening duties; the rear gets a V-beam torsion axle with coil springs, Sachs monotube gas shocks, and 22mm stabilizer bar.

Trims include GL, GLS, SE, and SE Tech.

In GL trim, features include 16-inch steel wheels, P205/55/R16 tires, 6-speaker AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 stereo with iPod/USB/auxiliary jacks, dual heated power mirrors, rear spoiler, rear washer and wiper, roof-mounted satellite and radio antenna, air conditioning, Bluetooth phone integration, central power locking, centre console storage and armrest, cloth seats, cooled glove box, cruise control, adjustable height driver's seat, floor mats, heated front seats, power windows with driver's auto down, rear seat centre arm rest with cupholders, steering wheel audio and cruise controls, telescopic steering, trip computer, driver selectable steering, 7 airbags (front, front seat mounted, roof mounted curtain, driver knee), four wheel disc brakes with ABS and electronic brake force distribution, ignition immobilizer, keyless entry, security alarm, vehicle stability management, electronic stability control, and traction control.

GLS trim adds 16-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, panoramic sunroof, windshield sunshade band, cloth door inserts, illuminated sunvisors, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, power driver's seat with lumbar support, and underfloor storage box.

SE trim adds 17-inch allow wheels, P215/45/R16 tires, six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual mode, automatic headlights, chrome front grille and side window moulding, front windshield wiper de-icer, mirror mounted turn signals, solar control glass, auto-dimming rear-view mirror with HomeLink, deluxe sliding centre armrest, automatic climate control with air filtration, leather seating and door inserts, power windows with driver's auto up/down and window pinch protection.

SE Tech adds 7-inch touchscreen navigation, rear-view camera, proximity entry, and push button start.