Hyundai Elantra I
The Hyundai Elantra I (1992–1995): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: J1 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,375–4,405 mm |
| Width | – | 1,675–1,680 mm |
| Height | – | 1,390–1,395 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,500 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,064–1,187 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 340 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,549 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
241 complaints for model years 1992–1995. 50 crashes · 12 fires · 41 injuries
- Airbags 62
- Engine 37
- Electrical system 34
- Transmission and drivetrain 30
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Hyundai Elantra I
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1995(FFS) (MPFI) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1993–1995(FFS) (MPFI) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1993–1995(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1992(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995Compact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.