New Hyundai Elantra To Be Launched In India During September

The Hyundai Elantra has been spotted testing multiple times on Indian roads, and if sources are correct, it will be launched in the Indian market during the first week of September 2016.

When launched in India, the Hyundai Elantra is expected to have a choice between a petrol and diesel engine. The first option will be 2.0-litre petrol engine that produces 146.9bhp and 183Nm of torque.

The second choice is expected to be a 1.6-litre diesel engine with a Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) that will produce 134bhp and 306Nm of peak torque. Power will be delivered to the wheels via a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, or through a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox.

Inside, the Elantra is expected to have a revised dash, three spoke steering wheel, and a touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and Android Auto in the top spec variant.

When launched, the new 2016 Hyundai Elantra will compete with the Toyota Corolla Altis, Skoda Octavia, and the Volkswagen Jetta.

Source: NDTV Car & Bike