Enhanced Suspensions and New Audio System Keep the 2009 Elantra a Top Pick for Shoppers
The award-winning Elantra returns this year with the convenience of Hyundai's USB/iPod® auxiliary inputs, new audio system with larger display and improved XM Satellite Radio™ reception and enhanced suspensions for improved ride and handling.
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GLS $14,120
SE $17,020
Engine
GLS
SE
Type: Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement (liters)
2.0L
2.0L
Horsepower @ rpm (ULEV)
138 @ 6000
138 @ 6000
Horsepower @ rpm (PZEV)
132 @ 6000
132 @ 6000
Torque @ rpm (ULEV)
136 @ 4600
136 @ 4600
Torque @ rpm (PZEV)
133 @ 4600
133 @ 4600
Compression ratio
10.1:1
10.1:1
Valve train
16-valve DOHC with CVVT
16-valve DOHC with CVVT
Fuel system: Multi-Point Program Injection
Ignition system: distributorless
Drivetrain/transmission
GLS
SE
Drive configuration: front-wheel drive
Type
5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Final drive ratio (MT/AT)
4.19 / 3.85
4.19 / 3.85
Body/Suspension/Chassis
GLS
SE
Body type: 5-passenger
Body construction: unibody
Front suspension: Independent MacPherson struts with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension: Independent multi-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Turning diameter, curb-to-curb (ft.)
33.9
33.9
4-wheel disc brakes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
