Hyundai Motor Company has launched the all-new Elantra, the newest edition of the brand’s best-selling compact sedan in Africa and the Middle East.

The sixth generation of this compact sedan is set to reaffirm the company’s position as the region’s second biggest car maker, combining dynamic styling and high quality materials at an affordable price point, a statement said.

“Since its arrival in 1990, the Elantra has proven a big hit with customers across Africa and the Middle East thanks to its sporty looks, high standards of equipment and premium build quality,” said Jin (James) Kim Vice President and Head of Operations for Hyundai Africa and Middle East.

“The latest edition of this important model showcases the company’s commitment to developing stylish compact cars which are equipped with advanced features and will allow us to continue to excel within the compact sedan segment.”

The all-new Elantra is 20 millimetres longer and 25 millimetres wider than its predecessor and delivers a spacious interior. The body structure has been designed to boost durability and rigidity, incorporating 53 per cent more advanced high-strength steel which is 32 per cent bigger than the previous Elantra.

The all-new Elantra will be available from launch with two engines, the 2.0 MPI and 1.6 MPI. These are set to deliver impressive performance, with useable low and mid-range torque that provides exceptional drivability in all driving conditions, through either the manual or automatic gearboxes. All of these powertrain options offer high fuel efficiency emphasizing Hyundai Motor's continuing commitment to creating eco-friendly vehicles.

An Integrated Memory Seat (IMS) enhances driver comfort, while Smart Trunk allows easy loading as it opens automatically when the Smart key-holder approaches. In addition, a new class-leading suite of safety technologies includes front and rear parking sensor, knee airbag, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Blind Spot Detection (BSD) system and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). -  TradeArabia News Service