The Hyundai Elantra is one of the most popular cars in Canada. And for good reason. Despite a drop of about 9 percent last year, it still sold more than 41,000 units. Korea鈥檚 finest compact ranks third in the country behind only the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. The quality level is on par with the more established Japanese rivals and Hyundai is making sure we get the message through a sustained marketing effort. Under the hood of the Hyundai Elantra is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. For 2020, the optional six-speed automatic transmission is replaced with a more fuel-efficient CVT. Those who prefer to drive with three pedals and a stick will be happy to learn that the manual gearbox returns as standard equipment. Performance is far from breathtaking. Then again, we would be lying if we said the Elantra lacks energy.
We just hope that the bigger mill won鈥檛 suffer from the same technical issues than the previous 1.8-litre unit. While some people praise Japanese cars as if they were flawless, the reality is otherwise. Honda鈥檚 1.5-litre turbo has been reported to mix gasoline with engine oil, resulting in rough, uneven operation at times. 25,499, you can buy a 201-horsepower Elantra Sport sedan. The latter aims to compete directly against performance-focused models like the Golf GTI and Jetta GLI, but if you ask me, Volkswagen has nothing to worry about for now. While some car companies insist on putting form over function, Hyundai designers created an ergonomic, user-friendly environment for Elantra occupants. The infotainment system is clear and simple, but if you want something a bit more familiar, there鈥檚 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, too. Furthermore, the buttons and controls on the dashboard are all nicely aligned. It may sound trivial, but we appreciate this thoughtful detail. Likewise, the controls on the steering wheel are easy to access. The arrangement could use more flair, but functionality is definitely not an issue here. One more note about the car鈥檚 ergonomics: As we found out over the course of the test week, the driving position is really accommodating and everything is readily at hand. 20,549. It offers standard Blind-Spot Collision Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning, plus available Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist. Where鈥檚 the Added Value? Saying that competition is fierce in the compact segment would be an understatement. That鈥檚 why automakers need to find one or more ways to stand out. Subaru used to be the only one to offer all-wheel drive (with the Impreza), but now the redesigned Mazda3 is doing the same.
Feb 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Volkswagen AG on Friday asked a U.S. TV documentary will prejudice the jury. Although nearly all U.S. 2016 settlement, the German carmaker is being sued by some consumers after it admitted in September 2015 to cheating on diesel emissions tests, sparking the biggest business crisis in its history. But according to a legal filing, Volkswagen of America asked a judge in Fairfax County, Virginia to delay that trial for at least six months on Friday after a lawyer for more than 300 U.S. VW diesel owners, Michael Melkersen, gave an interview in which he referred to the company testing diesel fumes on monkeys. This week, Volkswagen in Germany suspended its chief lobbyist in response to reports the carmaker had jointly sponsored tests that exposed monkeys in 2014 to toxic diesel fumes, methods condemned by its chief executive as repulsive. Volkswagen lawyers said that "pretrial publicity has connected (the company) directly with Hitler and the Holocaust," which they said was not relevant to a trial about alleged consumer fraud claims. Melkersen told Reuters by phone. 25 billion in the United States to address claims from owners, environmental regulators, U.S. As part of that, Volkswagen said in 2016 it would buy back or fix nearly 500,000 polluting 2.0-liter diesel U.S. About 2,000 owners opted out and most are pursuing court claims seeking additional compensation. The first trials could potentially set a template for the remaining suits. The monkey tests were also sponsored by Daimler AG and BMW and both said this week they had suspended or moved staff linked to the testing. VW said the monkey tests were approved by an independent review board to protect animals.
Is This A Good First Time Car? OK. Clearly i was not meant to have the VW. A 21 year old car for that money - they are having a laugh. Due to its age it will be nothing but trouble and be difficult to get parts for. Even if the nileage is correct it is worth about 拢400 maximum and on inspection could be a whole lot less. 3,000. i dont know what it was but it was a good reliable car. I'm American, so I might have a different perspective, and I drive about 1,200 miles a month in my car. Manual - this car might have a difficult shift. I don't know your experience, first car, new driver? 81,000 miles - How long you expect to keep this car for, looking at the condition and this mileage on top of it. I say you have a good 3 or less years. 3 is being very nice.
I really doubt it. 2 - doesn't look good .. 3 - is not worth what the asking price is .. I don't know your taste, but, for a first car I wouldn't go for a car by looks and going by a brand-name .. VWs are reliable but I don't think for over 20 years they promise that. I say keep looking. Nope. Money down the drain. Buy Parkers Guide and use it as a guide to what you should be paying for secondhand vehicles. It would be wiser to use your cash as a deposit and buy a newer car on credit. Have a look around Citroen dealers. The C1 is a great first car. Group 1 insurance, 拢35 annual road tax and 62.8 average mpg. Built by Toyota. Fun to drive too. A shed, and a bl00dy expensive one at that. Don't even think about wasting money on that heap.
