There are more differences underneath that contribute to the coupes
sporty handling. Hyundai engineers gave the new coupe a V-beam rear
suspension, instead of the torsion beam found on the sedan. This helps
give the two-door a firmer ride that helps reduce body roll in the
corners. The Elantra Coupe also comes with larger 17-inch wheels that
contribute to the sportier treatment and feel on the road.
The ride in the coupe is much firmer than the sedan and for those
looking for a luxury ride may be disappointed. The coupe is built for
performance and fun on the road. Although it’s not a powerhouse, the
coupe has enough pep for driving enthusiasts. For those looking for more
power, there is the Genesis Coupe or the Veloster Turbo. But the
Elantra Coupe has a sporty feel and won’t eat you alive at the gas pump.
The EPA estimated fuel mileage is 27/37 city/highway with the automatic
transmission which is good for a sports car. The manual transmission
gets a one mile bump.
The 1.8-liter engine with 6-spd automatic is a good match
The Elantra Coupe is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine
rated at 145 horsepower and 130 lb ft of torque. It comes mated to
either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. It comes
with a front-wheel-drive configuration and is relatively light at around
2,700 pounds. On the road, we noticed some road noise that is fairly
typical in the compact car segment. The four-cylinder engine had plenty
of power going up I-70 at altitude and for passing. This testers
six-speed automatic with Shiftronic was smooth and had seamless shifts
throughout the power range.
Ample head and legroom up front
The only issue we found with the Elantra Coupe was the lack of space
in the back seat. The coupe does suffer from a lack of rear headroom due
to the steeper rake of their roofline. The backseat will be more
comfortable for smaller children and can be used to carry cargo. Average
size adults will feel the tops of their heads rubbing against the
volcanic-infused headliner. But up front, the driver and passenger have
plenty of room and there is ample head and legroom. The interior is
well-appointed and even though plastic is used on most surfaces, it is
attractive and well-executed.
Plenty of standard interior features
The 2013 Elantra Coupe comes standard with many features like a
six-way manual driver’s seat, manually operated air conditioning, cruise
control, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, six-speaker audio system
with CD player, satellite radio capability and iPod/USB port;
60/40-split folding rear seat, power windows, locks and heated mirrors,
tilt steering wheel, keyless entry, and anti-theft system.
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