When it comes to classic cars from childhood, which cars come to mind?
You know, whether you were born in the 60s, 70s, or even 90s, the classic sedan in everyone's mind will definitely include the "Elantra." As a classic sedan that sells well globally, statistics as of 2024 show that the Elantra's cumulative global sales have exceeded 12.8 million units. Not only does this make it one of the top 10 best-selling models in history, it is also the only Korean model to enter the top 10, which shows just how popular this car is worldwide!
The promotional starting price is as low as 69,800 yuan
To this day, the all-new Elantra, which is still continuously being updated and iterated, is also a popular family sedan choice in the domestic market. Especially amid today's fierce competition, the all-new Elantra has also chosen to join the price war. For example, when A00-class pure electric sedans with a range of only two to three hundred kilometers are selling for fifty or sixty thousand yuan, the all-new Elantra, produced by a world-class automaker, has a starting price reduced to an irresistible 69,800 yuan. Even the top trim's on-road price is only just over 100,000 yuan, which is simply incredibly appealing!
In addition to a sufficiently attractive price, the product strength of the all-new Elantra also keeps pace with the times. For example, at the exterior level that young people today value greatly, the new car adopts the globally unified "Sensuous Sportiness design concept." Not only does it continue to demonstrate the design prowess of Korean cars through a high-appearance design full of combativeness and youthful sportiness, it also lowers the drag coefficient to 0.27 through a low-slung and wide body, achieving the goal of reducing energy consumption and wind noise, balancing aesthetics and practicality.
At the same time, the all-new Elantra also offers an even more striking N Line version in terms of appearance. It adopts N Line-exclusive exterior packages, such as a parametric jewel front grille, N Line-exclusive decorative trim, alloy blade wheels, red calipers, a black rear spoiler, and dual four-outlet exhausts, among others. This not only further enhances the vehicle's performance credentials, but also satisfies young people's demand for personalized cars.
Turning our attention to the interior, although the all-new Elantra is positioned as an A-class sedan, with a body width of over 1.8 meters and a wheelbase of over 2.7 meters, its space performance can even rival many B-class sedans. To further improve ride comfort, the front and rear seats of the all-new Elantra are also equipped with heating functions rarely seen at the same price point, allowing northern users to drive comfortably even in winter.
Considering young people's demand for intelligent driving, the smart cockpit equipped in the all-new Elantra not only features luxury technology configurations such as a 10.25-inch dual display, front-row wireless phone charging, interior ambient lighting, and an in-car air purifier, as well as a built-in infotainment system supporting phone-car connectivity, remote control, and rich functions, but also comes with an L2-level intelligent driving assistance system, truly allowing users to buy a fuel-powered sedan with excellent intelligent capabilities for under 100,000 yuan!
Ward's 10 Best Engines + track genes
Of course, for consumers who still favor fuel-powered models today, everyone also places great importance on vehicle quality.
Taking the all-new Elantra as an example, as a legendary model built by a world-class automaker, it offers two powertrain systems. However, considering that young people place more emphasis on performance, it is recommended that everyone choose the N Line version first. Its powertrain, consisting of a 1.4T engine + 7DCT transmission, has won the title of "Ward's 10 Best Engines." It can output a maximum horsepower of 140Ps and a peak torque of 211N·m, with combined fuel consumption per 100 kilometers as low as about 5L, balancing performance爆发 and fuel economy, making it extremely suitable for family use.
It is worth mentioning that, as a new car built on the i-GMP third-generation global technology platform, the all-new Elantra N Line also adopts sporty chassis tuning, has a lower chassis center of gravity, and offers a stronger linear steering feel, bringing more direct and clear road feedback. This allows users, even when driving the vehicle at high speed, to experience a "man and machine as one" driving feel, which also very much meets young people's demand for driving control performance.
Daxia Car Talk: There is no doubt that even at a time when new energy vehicles have become the mainstream choice, the all-new Elantra, with a top trim on-road price of only just over 100,000 yuan, is still the first choice for many people when buying a car. After all, its high appearance, leading configurations, outstanding performance, and quality reputation still make it a very formidable presence in the family car market at the same price point!
