What Changed

The Hyundai Elantra Touring is replaced with a more aggressively styled five-door model for the 2013 model year. The new Elantra GT has a shorter wheelbase and wider track. Overall length has decreased by almost 7 inches reducing legroom and cargo capacity somewhat. The smaller displacement 1.8l is more powerful and fuel efficient than prior models 2.0l. Only one trim level is offered.

Comparison to Prior Model

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
Price Range ($) $18,395 - $19,395 $15,995 - $20,295
Length (in) 169.3 176.2
Wheelbase (in) 104.3 106.3
Width (in) 70.1 69.5
Height (in) 57.9 59.8
Track (in) 61.0 60.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 346.0 367.1
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2745-2784 2937-2969
Legroom Total (in.) 76.6 79.9
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 96.1 101.2
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 23.0 24.3
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 1.8l I4 (148-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 (138-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M6 A4, M5
City MPG 26-27 23
Highway MPG 37 30-31
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