4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) w/electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
Advanced dual front air bags w/occupant classification system (OCS)
Body-side reinforcements
Child-proof rear door locks
Dual front seat-mounted side-impact air bags
Emergency trunk release handle
Energy-absorbing steering column
Front 3-point seatbelts-inc: height adjust
Front/rear crumple zones
Hood buckling creases/safety stops
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system
Rear 3-point seatbelts
Roof-mounted outboard side-curtain air bags
Shift interlock system
Side-impact door beams
Model Highlights
A 138-horsepower, 2.0L four-cylinder engine powers all 2008 Hyundai Elantras, and this powerplant is paired with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. The engine has variable valve timing for responsiveness and efficiency; fuel economy rates up to 25 city, 33 highway.
The Elantra has a four-wheel independent suspension, with MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link setup with twin-tube shocks in back, along with stabilizer bars both in front and rear for responsive handling.
Six air bags are standard on all Elantras, including front seat-mounted side air bags and full-length side-curtain air bags protecting all four outward occupants. Front-seat active head restraints and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) are also standard across the line.
Elantra is offered in two different trims, GLS and SE. In addition to the safety equipment, the GLS has standard power windows and locks, remote entry, tilt steering, and a split-folding rear seat, while the sporty-themed SE adds 16-inch alloy wheels, a trip computer, a telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, air conditioning, and cruise control.
Option packages including a CD player, sunroof, cruise control, and fog lights can bring more luxury to the base GLS. Option packages on the SE add heated seats, a sunroof, and leather seating.
Equipment
Front Wheel Drive
Temporary Spare Tire
Power Steering
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Heated Mirrors
Power Mirror(s)
Intermittent Wipers
Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
Cloth Seats
Bucket Seats
Pass-Through Rear Seat
Rear Bench Seat
Adjustable Steering Wheel
Tire Pressure Monitor
Power Windows
Security System
Keyless Entry
Remote Trunk Release
Rear Defrost
Power Outlet
Front Reading Lamps
Driver Air Bag
Passenger Air Bag
Passenger Air Bag Sensor
Front Side Air Bag
Front Head Air Bag
Rear Head Air Bag
Child Safety Locks
Emergency Trunk Release
Traction Control
Stability Control
Brake Assist
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