Hyundai Unveils New Elantra

The New Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai Motor Co. made its world premiere of the all-new “Avante” compact sedan, the company’s best-selling model worldwide, at the Busan International Motor Show today. The Avante is badged as Elantra in markets outside Korea. The new design features Hyundai’s latest 1.6L Gamma Gasoline Direct Injection engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission to the front-wheel drive. The new Avante/Elantra delivers a peak output of 138 horsepower and maximum torque of 123 pound-feet. The new car? is also about 10 percent more fuel efficient than its closest competitors, thanks to the direct injection, the six speed automatic and other fuel economy enhancements.

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