2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Review

The 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe was introduced early in 2012. It became available for purchase in July 2012. A base model starts out with an MSRP of just $18, 220, making it affordable for nearly any budget. The interior is designed to be comfortable and roomy, with enough space to fit five adults total in the vehicle. The outer design is sleek and modern. It is designed with aerodynamics in mind to glide over the road as you drive. The fuel efficiency for this vehicle is outstanding. The automatic transmission gets an estimated 29MPH in the city and 40 MPG on the highway. The manual transmission is just 1 MPG less in both city and highway estimates.

Body Styling

Several upgrades to the design of this all new 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe are what make it attractive. It has a high-end design without the high-end price. The larger head and tail light assemblies ensure that drivers on the road see you at all times. It was both a style and safety decision to redesign the look of the lights, not to mention it makes the car look more sporty. The sculpted rear spoiler adds a bit of flair to the design. Plain Jane is not an option. The sides are bolstered to add more appeal to the overall look of the car. It helps to give the overall design a little depth and be more pleasing for potential buyers to look at.

The Benefits and Engine Performance

The engine of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe is designed for efficiency and performance. Either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission is available. The 1.8 liter engine packs in a total of 148 horsepower at 6500 rpm. This does not mean that power is not there.  Because of the low low vehicle weight and well balanced chassis, this car will get up and go when you tell it to. The economic engine design allows users to drive worry free with several warning systems in place to alert drivers of a potential problem. High-tech is what to expect out of a somewhat compact engine. One of the huge benefits of purchasing the automatic transmission model is that you can turn on the ECO system. This system is specially designed to allow you to control the efficiency of both the engine and transmission with just the touch of a few buttons.

Overall Impression of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe
Hyundai got it right with this car. It has a smart design with plenty of clear cabin room for tall individuals. One of the most impressive inclusions on this vehicle is the bulletproof side panels on the doors. This is just one additional safety measure taken by Hyundai. It already has six interior airbags, but adding in the bulletproof panels takes it up a few steps above the rest. For a safe and highly efficient family vehicle with a few perks, such as a great sound system, XM satellite radio, and heated rear seats, it is driving in luxury for the middle-class family. Comfort, style, affordability, and efficiency are all tied together into one attractive vehicle.