Last year, the completely redesigned 2011 Elantra topped the competitive compact segment, winning ALG's award for highest residual value in its class. This year, the sporty compact sedan continues to excite Dallas-Ft. Worth Hyundai shoppers with its distinctive blend of luxury, class and power; so what are you waiting for? The 2012 Elantra showcases Hyundai's latest ambitions, integrating advanced safety features, innovative fuel-saving technologies and "Fluidic Sculpture" styling. The Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla just can't beat the quality of the Elantra's sleek new design or its incredibly affordable MSRP. The 2012 Hyundai Elantra is one of the most affordable cars in its class, and at 40 mpg highway for all models, it's more fuel-efficient than the Civic and Corolla.
The Hyundai Elantra made its U.S. debut in 1992. At the time, Hyundai was the new kid on the block facing off with the Big Three U.S. automakers. It took some time for Hyundai to get a foothold on the American market, but as consumers began to recognize that the up-and-coming automaker produced quality cars at a cut-rate price, it only took a few years for Hyundai to establish itself in the states. In the Elantra's first generation, it served as a replacement for the Hyundai Excel and was propelled by a Mitsubishi-designed 1.6-liter DOHC engine. The second, third and fourth generation grew to become a popular choice among American car buyers, and when Hyundai purchased struggling car maker Kia, sales began to take off. The newly redesigned Elantra appealed to the American aesthetic of sleek modernity that maintains affordability and quality. Hyundai even introduced a new model to the U.S., the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring, which was previously sold overseas as the Hyundai i30 cw. The 2012 Hyundai Elantra maintains its bargain-priced small car status while adding a distinctive "Wind Craft" inspired shape that many Dallas-Ft. Worth Hyundai drivers are excited about.
The 2012 Elantra compact sedan is offered in several trim levels for the new model year: the base GLS, GLS PZEV, Limited and Limited PZEV. New 2012 Elantra Touring wagon models are also available and feature Touring GLS and Touring SE trims. Find your new Elantra or Elantra Touring in beautiful colors like Radiant Silver, Phantom Black Metallic and Indigo Blue Pearl.
Based on Hyundai's unique "Fluidic Sculpture" design, the 2012 Elantra from DFW Car Central utilizes a sloping, coupe-like roofline and an increased wheelbase to give it a sporty, low profile. The Elantra's design philosophy creates a body style that gives rise to the illusion of constant, fluid movement, and its extremely stylish, modern appearance gives Dallas-Ft. Worth area customers a luxury vehicle look without luxury vehicle prices. The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has best-in-class standard fuel economy, due in part to its 1.8-liter DOHC 16V 4-cylinder D-CVVT Nu engine. Its Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing camshafts, hydraulic engine mounts and electronic throttle control provide optimum power and efficiency to achieve the Elantra's 40 highway mpg. The engine also produces an impressive amount of power with 148 horsepower and 131 pound-feet of torque.
While it sports a sleek compact profile, Hyundai Elantra reviews give the vehicle high marks for its spacious interior. The Elantra's designers were presented with the difficult task of creating an affordable compact car that delivered the interior room of a midsize car. And they did just that, giving the Elantra "Class-above" midsize car interior volume and lacing it with luxury amenities like Bluetooth capability, Satellite Radio and touch-screen navigation, just to name a few. DFW Car Central features new and Certified Pre-owned 2012 and 2011 Hyundai Elantra cars with excellent prices and package options.
If you have an affordable small car in your sights, nothing compares to a 2012 Elantra GLS. GLS models come standard with: automatic headlights, Hyundai floor mats, heated exterior mirrors, an interior particulate filter, powered windows and door locks, a tilt steering wheel, unique Hyundai wheel covers and a trip computer. For an outstanding audio experience, the GLS features an AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with an iPod auxiliary jack and satellite radio.
The top of the line 2012 Elantra Limited offers many of the amenities of the GLS, but adds: leather upholstery, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, heated front seats, illuminated vanity mirrors, cruise control, steering wheel mounted controls, Hyundai heated rear seats and a hands-free phone system. The Elantra Limited also has some amazing package options like the Hyundai Premium Equipment Package that adds keyless ignition and entry, a navigation system, rear view camera and 360-watt premium audio system.
Fun-to-drive hatchbacks are a rarity, but the new 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring GLS and SE deliver. The GLS trim includes exciting features like: powered accessories, heated side mirrors, keyless entry, a cooled glove box, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with USB audio jacks and satellite radio and 60/40 split rear seats. The Hyundai Elantra SE ups the ante with leather upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels and a sport shifter.
DFW Car Central's retailers have a comprehensive collection of Hyundai Elantra Sedans with standard Hyundai safety features like traction control, driver airbags, anti-lock brakes, side airbags, passenger airbags and more, making the 2012 Elantra an IIHS and NHTSA favorite.
Abridge the search for your next Hyundai by cutting down your research time. DFW Car Central features an assortment of new and used Hyundai Elantra and other cars, trucks and SUVs in one centralized location so you don't have to scour multiple dealer sites to find the Hyundai that's right for you. Read our retailers' inventories now or learn more about other new and used Hyundai cars for sale in Dallas-Ft. Worth, Texas.
The Hyundai Elantra was already a great choice over such competition as the Nissan Sentra, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus and the Mazda3. In 2014, you have a new sport trim to choose from and stylish LED running lights and LED taillights are included in Elantra's tech package which offers a backup camera, touchscreen navigation and infotainment including internet radio and Hyundai's Blue Link connectivity. Check out the great mpg ratings below along with some other feature highlights in the list and covered in the Elantra video review. You'll find it easy to do Elantra comparison shopping in Dallas and the surrounding area using the handy Hyundai Elantra DFW Inventory link at right.
The Hyundai Elantra made its U.S. debut in 1992. At the time, Hyundai was the new kid on the block facing off with the Big Three U.S. automakers. It took some time for Hyundai to get a foothold on the American market, but as consumers began to recognize that the up-and-coming automaker produced quality cars at a cut-rate price, it only took a few years for Hyundai to establish itself in the states. In the Elantra's first generation, it served as a replacement for the Hyundai Excel and was propelled by a Mitsubishi-designed 1.6-liter DOHC engine. The second, third and fourth generation grew to become a popular choice among American car buyers, and when Hyundai purchased struggling car maker Kia, sales began to take off. The newly redesigned Elantra appealed to the American aesthetic of sleek modernity that maintains affordability and quality. Hyundai even introduced a new model to the U.S., the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring, which was previously sold overseas as the Hyundai i30 cw. The 2012 Hyundai Elantra maintains its bargain-priced small car status while adding a distinctive "Wind Craft" inspired shape that many Dallas-Ft. Worth Hyundai drivers are excited about.
If you have an affordable small car in your sights, nothing compares to a 2012 Elantra GLS. GLS models come standard with: automatic headlights, Hyundai floor mats, heated exterior mirrors, an interior particulate filter, powered windows and door locks, a tilt steering wheel, unique Hyundai wheel covers and a trip computer. For an outstanding audio experience, the GLS features an AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with an iPod auxiliary jack and satellite radio.
