Hyundai releases full 2013 Elantra GT pricing, equipment

After teasing us earlier in the week with a bit of info, Hyundai has officially announced full pricing for the 2013 Elantra GT. Buyers can pick up the five-door with a six-speed manual transmission starting at $18,395, excluding a $775 destination fee. Those who opt for a six-speed automatic gearbox will be asked to pony up an additional $1,000. The model includes niceties like standard heated front seats, projection head lights and fog lights. That base price also covers the model's new driver-selectable steering system and Bluetooth hands-free calling. A 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine good for 148 horsepower sits under the hood.

While we knew the base price would also cover alloys, if you want the larger 17-inch wheels, you'll have to opt for the $2,750 Style Package, which also throws in a sportier suspension, panoramic sunroof and leather seats among other tricks. Consumers may also opt for a $2,350 Technology Package. The equipment group requires the Style Package and includes navigation with a seven-inch information screen, a rear-view camera and automatic headlights. Check out the full press release for more information. 

Unsurpassed Fuel Economy and Five-Door Versatility Starting at $18,395

COSTA MESA, Calif., June 13, 2012 – Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for the new 2013 Elantra GT. The fun-to-drive, functional, five-door compact hatchback will have a starting price of $18,395 and be extraordinarily well-equipped. At $18,395 shoppers will discover 39 highway miles per gallon, more interior space than Ford Focus, Mazda3 and Volkswagen Golf and Hyundai's Driver Selectable Steering Mode. The 2013 Elantra GT will begin arriving in dealerships later this month.

2013 Elantra GT Pricing


Elantra GT 1.8L I4 6-speed M/T $18,395

Elantra GT 1.8L I4 6-speed A/T w/ SHIFTRONIC® $19,395

Freight Charges for the 2013 MY Elantra Coupe are $775.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2013 ELANTRA GT

Fluidic Sculpture design
Powered by an advanced 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and in-house six-speed automatic or manual transmission
Horsepower: 148 at 6,500 rpm (ULEV)
Best-in-class standard fuel economy 39 mpg highway
Best-in-class specific output at 82.2 horsepower per liter
Lightest five-door hatchback in the compact segment
Sport-tuned suspension
More passenger and maximum cargo volume than Focus, Mazda3, Golf and Matrix
Standard heated front seats
Driver knee airbag – an Elantra first
Hidden rear camera
More aerodynamic than Impreza, Matrix or Golf

The new Elantra GT represents the evolution of Hyundai's Fluidic Sculpture design language. Elantra GT's design gives it a slippery 0.30 coefficient of drag. Up front, Hyundai's signature hexagonal grille with chrome accents flows into the hood. The bodyside graphic features a chrome beltline molding to keep up with the sleek character lines. Sharp projection headlamps, fog lights and available panoramic sunroof and 17-inch alloy wheels with chrome spears complete the modern design.

Maximizing interior volume and delighting customers with various seating layouts are hallmarks of Hyundai engineering and translate into more cabin room, cargo space and versatility. The Elantra GT features seating layouts that can comfortably seat five people or accommodate four passengers, plus long items like golf clubs or snowboards. Fold all of the back seats to get CUV-sized cargo space. These options allow customers to discover that Elantra GT has more interior volume than Matrix, Mazda3, Ford Focus and VW Golf and even more cargo capacity than the Nissan Juke crossover, thanks to split-fold-down rear seats and rear seat cushions than can flip upward. Like its stablemate the Elantra Coupe, heated front seats are standard.

With gas prices exceeding $4 per gallon in many areas of the U.S., compact car buyers are downsizing for better fuel efficiency, but these buyers expect premium features. The Elantra GT offers the following optional premium features: power driver's seat including power lumbar support, dual automatic temperature control with clean air ionizer and auto defog system, leather seating surfaces, navigation with hidden rearview camera and proximity key with push button start. Elantra GT comes in three flavors, mirroring the packaging simplicity of the popular Hyundai Veloster: an extremely well-equipped base model, a Style package offering panoramic sunroof, upgraded wheels, and more, and a Tech package offering navigation system and more.

Elantra GT is tuned for added feel, responsiveness and control, while the Elantra sedan is tuned for comfort. Modifications to the GT include higher rear spring rates, a V-Beam rear suspension design with an integrated stabilizer bar and Sachs dampers for improved body motion control. These changes create driving dynamics which are sporty and comfortable. In addition, two suspension packages were developed to optimize tuning for the two different tire sizes. The Elantra GT's Style package offers a sportier suspension calibration that is optimized for its lower-profile P215/45R17 tire.

Behind the wheel, drivers benefit from Hyundai's all-new Driver Selectable Steering Mode. With three operating modes to select – Comfort, Normal and Sport – this innovative system allows drivers to adapt Elantra GT steering characteristics to varying driving preferences and road conditions any time they choose. Comfort level offers the greatest ease of steering and is ideal for city and parking environments. Sport is optimized for higher-speed highways or winding roads, while Normal is ideal for a mix of driving conditions. The Driver Selectable Steering Mode not only adjusts power assistance levels in each mode, but also on-center build-up feel and steering build-up curves throughout the steering range, for a very natural, progressive feel.

The 2013 Elantra GT delivers an EPA estimated 39 mpg highway with either a six speed manual or automatic transmission. Under the hood, Elantra GT is powered by a 1.8-liter Nu four-cylinder engine with 148 horsepower and 131 lb-ft of torque, the same as found in the Elantra sedan. The engine is mated to either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®. Elantra GT is available as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) or Partial Zero Emission Vehicles (PZEV). The PZEV Elantra GT is as clean as many hybrid electric vehicles, helping Hyundai meet its environmental commitments.

Standard and Optional Features

GT Manual Transmission

The Elantra GT M/T has an MSRP of $18,395, excluding $775 freight, and includes the following standard features:

1.8L four-cylinder Dual CVVT engine
Six-speed manual transmission
Driver Selectable Steering Mode
16-inch alloy wheels with P205/55R16 tires
Seven airbags (driver's knee airbag, front, side & curtain airbags)
ABS, EBD, four-wheel disc brakes, VSM, ESC and TCS
Daytime running lights
Air conditioning with cooled glove box
AM/FM/SiriusXM®/CD/MP3 audio system w/ six speakers, iPod®/USB and MP3 auxiliary input jacks
Power windows, heated mirrors and door locks
Remote keyless entry system with alarm
Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
Cruise control
Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System with voice recognition
Blue Link Telematics System
Premium cloth interior w/ cloth door trim
Dual front illuminated vanity mirrors with sunvisor extensions
Sliding center armrest
Heated front seats
Driver's seat height adjustment
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
Outside temperature display
Trip computer
Metallic inside door handles
One-touch triple turn signal
Luggage net hooks and outlet
Sunglass holder & map lights
Front and rear map pockets, front seatback pockets
60/40 split fold-down rear seatback
Rear-seat center armrest with cupholders
Chrome grille
Front fog lights
Front variable intermittent wipers
Bodycolor door handles & mirrors
Solar glass with windshield shade band
Rear window wiper and spoiler

GT M/T Style Package - $2,750 Option Package MSRP

17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45R17 tires
Sport-tuned suspension
Panoramic sunroof
Side mirrors with integrated turn signals
Leather seating surfaces
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Power driver's seat with power lumbar support
Aluminum pedals
Driver-side auto/up window

GT M/T Technology Package - $2,350 Option Package MSRP

REQUIRES STYLE PACKAGE
Navigation system with seven-inch screen
Rearview camera
Automatic headlamps
Dual automatic temperature control

GT Automatic Transmission

The Elantra GT A/T has an MSRP of $19,395, excluding $775 freight, and includes all of the GT M/T equipment plus the following features:

Six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®
Active ECO System

GT A/T Style Package - $2,750 Option Package MSRP

17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45R17 tires
Sport-tuned suspension
Panoramic sunroof
Side mirrors with integrated turn signals
Leather seating surfaces
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Power driver's seat with power lumbar support
Aluminum pedals
Driver-side auto/up window

GT A/T Technology Package - $2,350 Option Package MSRP

REQUIRES STYLE PACKAGE
Navigation system with seven-inch screen
Rearview camera
Automatic headlamps
Dual automatic temperature control

via: Hyundai

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2013 Hyundai Elantra GT to start at $18,395*

We don't have all the details just yet, but Hyundai has announced via Twitter that the 2013 Elantra GT (neé Touring) will be priced from $18,395. This does not include the destination charge(*) – Hyundai normally releases pricing numbers that don't factor in delivery, etc. – but we expect it to add around $775 to the GT's final price.

The five-door GT will be joined by a two-door Coupe to expand the popular Elantra franchise to three bodystyles for 2013.

According to Hyundai's tweet – attributed to North American CEO John Krafcik, no less – the GT's base price includes standard features like alloy wheels, seven airbags, heated seats, fog lamps and the automaker's Blue Link infotainment system.

Full GT pricing information is expected to be released soon and we're betting the Coupe won't be far behind, so stay tuned to this space for the official details. 

 

Via: Hyundai via Twitter

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2013 Hyundai Accent - Upgraded

The 2013 Hyundai Accent has been only slightly upgraded for the US market, with standard equipment being added all round.

The base GLS MT version of the Accent comes with AM/FM/SiriusXM Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers, body colored side mirrors and door handles with were available only on the M/T Comfort pack last model year.

The higher grade Accent SE gets indicators integrated into the side mirrors and an optional sunroof available.

The 2012 Accent was unveiled at the 2011 NYIAS, powered by a 1.6-liter Gamma engine with direct-injection, delivering 138 horsepower, like the Veloster. The unit is powered by a six-speed automatic or manual transmission.

Prices start at $12,445 for the GLS, followed by the GS at $14,595.

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Ford Fiesta Sedan Facelift Rendering2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo priced from $21,950*

There's been a bit of scuttlebutt lately over just how much the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo will cost when it goes on sale later this month. It's time to put all of the rumors and reports to rest, though – the numbers have just been released, and the turbocharged Veloster is officially priced at $21,950, not including *$775 for destination.

That represents a $2,500 increase over a naturally aspirated Veloster with the manual transmission and style package – a $19,450 car. As we reported earlier, the turbocharged engine itself represents a $1,600 price increase, and the rest of the added cost comes from a host of standard equipment including heated leather seats with power lumbar support, a ground effects kit, LED taillamps, and of course, that unique front fascia.

A six-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters is available for an additional $1,000. And that awesome matte gray paint? That'll be $1,000, too (contrary to what we were told previously). If you want the Ultimate Package – which includes a panoramic sunroof, backup warning sensors, automatic headlights, a navigation system with rearview camera and a 115-volt power outlet – be prepared to shell out an extra $2,500, regardless of transmission. All-in, a fully loaded Veloster Turbo with the automatic transmission will set you back a cool $25,450 (not including destination).

The 2013 Veloster Turbo uses a new 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-four, good for 201 horsepower and 194 pound-feet of torque. Hyundai says that when equipped with a manual transmission and running on regular unleaded fuel, the Veloster Turbo will achieve fuel economy numbers of 26/38/30 miles per gallon (city/highway/combined). Stay tuned for our full driving impressions in the coming weeks.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA ANNOUNCES 2013 VELOSTER PRICING

New Affordable Turbo Model with Aggressive Design adds more appeal to Innovative Sport Coupe

COSTA MESA, Calif., June 6, 2012 – Hyundai Motor America has announced pricing for the 2013MY Hyundai Veloster and Veloster Turbo, with a new 1.6-liter, 201 horsepower, direct-injected twin-scroll turbocharged engine, aggressive bodykit and other unique features. Veloster Turbo's starting price of $21,950 includes the high-output turbo powertrain, unique body kit, front heated leather sport seats, tuned exhaust, sport-tuned steering, unique 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlight accents and taillights, and a variety of turbo model interior design elements.

The 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in the Veloster Turbo produces an impressive 201 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque at 1,750 rpm with regular fuel. Veloster Turbo also delivers a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio and its engine offers best-in-class specific output. Hyundai's 1.6-liter Gamma turbocharged engine features a twin-scroll turbocharger that, when combined with direct injection, results in near-instantaneous power delivery and minimal turbo lag. Twin-scroll turbochargers have traditionally been used on more expensive high performance engines, but Hyundai has brought this technology into much more affordable models like Veloster. Veloster Turbo is estimated to deliver 26 mpg city and a best-in-class 38 mpg highway for manual transmission models.

From a bigger, bolder hexagonal front grille, sculpted side skirts and new rear bumper with prominent diffuser vents in the lower fascia, Veloster Turbo design differentiates itself with aggressive design cues relative to the base model. Enthusiasts will also notice the Veloster Turbo will be available in a Hyundai-first Matte Gray paint. In addition, a set of 18-inch alloy wheels with chrome inserts completes the Veloster Turbo's appearance. From the front, Veloster Turbo also reveals headlight LED accents. Hyundai designers have replaced the Veloster's trapezoidal center exhaust with two large round exhaust tips. This free-flowing exhaust design gives the engine a more robust sound, which will delight enthusiasts.

Inside, leather seats with Turbo-embroidered stitching in the seatbacks deliver a sporty appearance and provide both exceptional support and comfort. A turbo-exclusive electroluminescent gauge cluster offers the driver information in a larger, clearer and more interactive format, with two TFT screens located between the tachometer and the speedometer. Even more, heated front sport seats are also standard on the Turbo version. Veloster Turbo also incorporates race-inspired push-button start and alloy pedals as standard equipment.

2013 TURBO MODEL EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS

New 1.6-liter turbocharged, direct-injected engine
In-house developed six-speed automatic or manual transmissions
Horsepower: 201 at 6,000 RPM
Best-in-class highway fuel economy estimated at 38 mpg (M/T)
Best-in-class specific output at 125.6 horsepower per liter
Best-in-class weight to power ratio of 14 lbs/hp
Sport-tuned intake and exhaust note
Sport-tuned steering
Unique front fascia, fog lights and ground effects
Hyundai-first Matte Gray paint and Elite White Pearl for Turbo models
Unique 18-inch alloy wheels with chrome inserts
Projection headlights with unique LED headlight accents
Side mirrors with turn signal indicators
Unique LED taillights
Electroluminescent gauge cluster
Leather seating surfaces with driver's lumbar support
Heated front sport seats
Turbo-exclusive standard Graphite Black interior w/Blue Accents
Turbo headliner graphics

Veloster (1.6L GDI Engine)
6-Speed Manual Transmission
$17,450

Veloster (1.6L GDI Engine)
6-Speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission
$18,700

Veloster Turbo (1.6L Turbocharged Engine)
6-Speed Manual Transmission
$21,950

Veloster Turbo (1.6L Turbocharged Engine)
6-Speed Automatic Trans. w/ SHIFTRONIC®
$22,950

Freight Charges for the 2013MY Veloster are $775.

Via: autoblog

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Hyundai Veloster Turbo pricing details coming this week, expected to start at $22k

File this one under "too good to be true." A report on Inside Line that the forthcoming 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo would carry just a $1,600 premium over the standard version had us drooling with the possibility that a 201-horsepower Veloster with heated leather seats and BlueLink might be had for under $20,000.

Alas, Hyundai tells us that Inside Line got it wrong. The truth is that the $1,600 number reflects what the turbo component is actually costing the Korean automaker. Since the Veloster Turbo will also include the base model's $2,000 Style Package as standard equipment, the car will actually have a base price around $22,000 when Hyundai announces pricing details on Wednesday. (That's right where the price was expected to be when we last heard from Inside Line on the subject, by the way.)

We've also got some clarity about pricing for the matte gray finish we so covet. While an exact number for the extra-cost option is still under wraps, we're told our guess of around $500 is close. The Veloster Turbo goes on sale this summer.

via: Inside Line

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Rhys Millen Details 2013 Hyundai Genesis Drift Car

For 2013, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe has a new look, refreshed interior and a bunch of revisions, including more powerful 2.0T and V6 engines. And there’s nobody better to promote a fast Hyundai than Rhys ‘Mad Skilz” Millen.

The skilled drift driver takes us behind the scenes and shows what his team did to the Genesis to turn it into a Formula Drift car. Engine mods (including a turbo) and better breathing. As a result, the car has 700 horsepower at the wheels.

“I’m pleased to have Hyundai’s ongoing support for the 2012 season,” Millen said. “This begins the fourth year of our racing relationship with Hyundai, and we want to continue to build upon our success in both developing and racing Hyundai’s race-proven products.”

2012 Formula Drift Schedule:

April 6-7: Streets of Long Beach, California
May 11-12: Road Atlanta, Georgia
June 1-2: Palm Beach International Raceway, Florida
June 22-23: Wall Speedway, New Jersey
July 20-21: Evergreen Speedway, Washington
August 24-25: Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Nevada
October 12-13: Irwindale Speedway, California 

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