2017 upgraded Hyundai Elantra launched; 1.6L T-GDI Sport version for RM131,488

By CARSIFU | 9 June 2017


SHAH ALAM: The 2017 sixth-generation upgraded Hyundai Elantra is offered in three variants, namely the 2.0-litre MPI Executive (RM116,388) and Dynamic (RM120,588), and the Elantra Sport (RM131,488).

Prices are on the road without insurance.

The 2.0-litre cars have Nu 4-cylinder engines delivering 152ps at 6,200 rpm and 192Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, paired with Hyundai’s 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Elantra Sport gets a Gamma 1.6-litre turbo direct injected (T-GDI) petrol engine that generates 204ps at 6,000 rpm and 265Nm of torque at 1,500-4,500 rpm, mated to an Ecoshift 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT).

Exterior Elantra Dynamic 3 (Large)


Dynamic Precision is the new design concept for the sixth-generation Elantra.

It gets front bumper air vents and LED daytime running lights, as well as High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights (for Elantra Sport only) and eye-catching split type LED Tail lamps.

It also boasts a multimedia system that is equipped with Android Auto and Apple Car Play, and the biggest cargo space in its class with a loading capacity of 407 litres.

The Elantra is now reinforced with 53 per cent of Advanced High-Strength Steel (an increase of 32 per cent compared with the previous model) providing improved stiffness at a lower body weight.

Hyundai Elantra (Dynamic).
Hyundai Elantra (Dynamic).


This increased utilisation results in a 29.5 percent stiffer torsional rigidity and 25.3 percent greater bending strength, which bring improvements in vehicle ride and handling, quietness, durability and driving performance.

Furthermore, the new Elantra increased structural adhesive application 40 times at higher stress points on the chassis and to reinforce welding areas.

A component often found in aerospace applications, these structural adhesives also contribute to improved NVH and vehicle dynamics due to extra stiffness in the chassis.

In addition to the strengthened chassis, the Elantra makes structural improvements to the front side members that are now a hexagonal design and the dash-to-cowl connection has also been reinforced.

The rear doors also feature dual impact beams.

Hyundai Elantra Dynamic.
Hyundai Elantra Dynamic.


A six airbag system is standard, along with Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Traction Control, and ABS.

Additional safety technologies include Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist (for Elantra Sport only), a rear-view camera, Parking Guidance System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and Hill-start Assist Control.

The Elantra Sport also gets features such as an auto defogging System, dual-zone auto climate control and rain-sensing wipers.

Hyundai Elantra Sport.
Hyundai Elantra Sport.


The new Elantra’s segment-exclusive Hands-free Smart Trunk, allows Elantra drivers to conveniently open the boot if their hands are full by simply approaching the rear of the vehicle with the key fob in a purse or pocket.

An audible beep will sound three times, and the boot will automatically open.

There is also Auto Cruise Control which makes long distance driving more comfortable as well as the 3 different drive modes namely Eco, Normal and Sport modes that allow the driver to adapt the throttle, transmission and steering to their driving needs.

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) offers a 5-year or 300,000km (whichever comes first) warranty on all its new passenger vehicles.

A 24-hour road assist service is also available.

Hyundai Elantra Sport.
Hyundai Elantra Sport.

Hyundai Elantra Sport.
Hyundai Elantra Sport.

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