2017 All-New Hyundai Elantra Now Available In Malaysia, Priced From RM120k

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors has officiated the all-new 2017 Hyundai Elantra in Malaysia. Whilst initially planned for a May debut, bookings were open only earlier this month ahead of today's launch.

Available in three trim levels across two engine choices, Hyundai's base Elantra 2.0 Dynamic will set buyers back for RM119,899. Moving one level up is the Elantra 2.0 Executive, priced at RM124,237. The sole turbocharged Elantra variant, aptly named Elantra Sport costs RM135,404. All prices are OTR with insurance. 

The first engine choice is a naturally-aspirated 2.0-litre MPI petrol engine that does 152 PS and 192 Nm, mated to Hyundai's six-speed automatic. The hotter Elantra Sport comes with a 1.6-litre Gamma T-GDI petrol engine that is good for 204 PS and 265 Nm. Drive is sent to the front wheels via Hyundai's EcoShift seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

The Hyundai Elantra's equipment is listed below.

• 2.0-litre Nu four-cylinder petrol engine with 152 PS and 192 Nm
• Six-speed automatic
• 17-inch alloy wheels with 225/45R17 tyres
• Front MacPherson struts
• Rear torsion beam
• Six airbags
• ABS
• ESC
• Hill-Start Assist (HSA)
• Brake Assist System (BAS)
• Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
• Chrome radiator grille
• Projector halogen headlights with LED position lights
• LED tail lights
• Fog light
• Electric folding wing mirrors with side repeater
• Chrome door handles
• Suede and leather seat upholstery
• Eight-way adjustable driver seat with lumbar support
• 60:40 split folding rear seats
• Supervision cluster
• Hand-type parking brake
• Electronic-Chromic Mirror (ECM)
• Rear console air vent
• All round power window
• Driver side auto up and down
• Seven-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Steering wheel audio control
• AUX, Bluetooth and USB connectivity
• Smart key entry with push start button
• Auto cruise control
• Manual air-conditioning
• Auto Light Control
• Manual headlight leveling
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Rear view camera
• Drive Mode
• Smart Trunk
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

As for the pricier Elantra Sport, standard kit includes:

• 1.6-litre T-GDI (Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection) petrol engine with 204 PS and 265 Nm
• Seven-speed dual-clutch transmission
• Rear multilink suspension
• Metallic silver and black front grille
• HID headlights
• LED daytime running lights
• Rear fog light
• Leather upholstery
• Dual-zone auto air-conditioning system
• Paddle shifters
• Rain Sensor
• Blind Spot Detection
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors is backing the Elantra with a 5-year or 300,000 km warranty. On top of that, a 24-hour road assist service is also available for new and existing Hyundai customers.