Hyundai Elantra III
The Hyundai Elantra III (2001–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: XD, XD2
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,500–4,530 mm RDW | – | 4,495–4,525 mm |
| Width | 1,720–1,730 mm Traficom | – | 1,720–1,725 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm Traficom | – | 1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm RDW | – | 2,610 mm |
| Front track | 1,485 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,475 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,153–1,264 kg RDW | – | 1,195 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,253–1,364 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,740–1,835 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200–1,400 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 550 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368–566 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,690 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 182–208 km/h Traficom | – | – |
| Torque | 186–235 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/65R15, 195/60R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 57.5% (53.2–61.6) | 69.2% | 536 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 61.0% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 49.3% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 36.4% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 34.1% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 31.5% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 21.6% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,365 complaints for model years 2001–2006. 253 crashes · 14 fires · 207 injuries · 3 deaths
- Airbags 464
- Suspension 219
- Brakes 59
- Steering 54
- Lights 50
- Electrical system 45
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 13 versions of the Hyundai Elantra III
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United Kingdom 8 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20042.0l CRTD | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 2001–20031.6 DOHC · 1.6 DOHC · 1.6l DOHC | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 176 g/km |
| 2001–20031.6 DOHC · 1.6 DOHC · 1.6l DOHC | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 DOHC 4 Door · 2.0 DOHC 4 Door · 2.0l DOHC 4 Door | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 192 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 DOHC 5 Door · 2.0 DOHC 5 Door · 2.0l DOHC 5 Door | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 DOHC 4 Door · 2.0 DOHC 4 Door · 2.0l DOHC 4 Door | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 206 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 DOHC 5 Door · 2.0 DOHC 5 Door · 2.0l DOHC 5 Door | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 211 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 Turbo Diesel · 2.0l Turbo Diesel | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 169 g/km |
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2006CLKUP · FFS | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 2001–2006 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 212–221 g/km |
| 2001–2003CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
Canada 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2006Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.5–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 219–221 g/km |
| 2001–2006Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.9–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 205–219 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.