2014 Hyundai Elantra Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$17,200 to $21,700

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After a fairly hefty reworking, Hyundai's 2014 Elantra 5-passenger midsize sedan stands poised to recapture a lion's share of the commuter- and family-oriented automobile dollar. After a fairly fast start in 1992 and then a few years toiling in relative ho-hum-ness, this rejuvenated 4-door unveils a new up-powered trim, some added curves and a few upgrades to amenities, just the ticket it needs to rise, like the proverbial cream, to the top of the midsize-market milk pail.

Anyhow, in plain language, the old Elantra GLS base trim has been replaced by the new-for-2014 SE, while a brand-new Sport edition opens in the midlevel trim slot. The upscale Limited, meanwhile, remains the flagship of the fleet. Oh, and prospective tire-kickers looking for any of the 3 trims should be able to test their toes early in 2014.

Power-wise, the SE and Limited ought to once more pack a 145-hp, variable-valve-timed (VVT) 1.8-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) engine that’s mated with both the standard 6-speed manual transmission in the SE or the 6-speed shiftable automatic that comes standard in the Limited and undoubtedly remains available to the SE. This 4-banger/6-speed combo puts out 130 lb-ft of torque and sports mileage estimates of 28 mpg city/38 highway. Additionally, each SE and Limited that comes off the line is equipped with Hyundai’s Driver Selectable Steering Mode (DSSM), allowing for mood swings that encompass Normal, Sport or Comfort driving expectations.

The new and nimble 2014 Elantra Sport, meantime, totes a 2.0-liter I4 that’s good for 173 hp and 154 lb-ft of torque under the management of the standard 6-speed manual transmission or the available 6-speed shiftable automatic. Mileage figures from this bigger powerplant, of course, will drop significantly to an estimated 24/35.

Expected appearance features in the debuting SE should include new-for-2014 15-inch aluminum wheels, as well as the old standby, heated power-adjustable mirrors. Inside, look for cloth upholstery, full power accessories, cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering and air conditioning. A 172-watt audio system, meantime, is claimed (by a number of reviewers) to be tweaked a bit for 2014, though it doubtless remains carrying 6 speakers and satellite radio.

The just-introduced Sport is touted to carry a sport-tuned suspension hauling such delivered equipment as 17-inch alloy wheels, upgraded headlights, LED driving lights and taillights, a rear spoiler, a rear-view camera and upgraded interior lighting. Additionally, a 4.3-inch infotainment display debuts in this new arrival to the Elantra lineup.

Reflecting its upper-class upbringing, the flagship Elantra Limited adds in new 17-inch aluminum wheels and introduces standard Blue Link smartphone apps to the already impressive goodie bag. Of course, leather upholstery remains standard, as does a power sunroof, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats and a power-adjustable driver’s seat.

Options are headlined by a brand-new navigation system that’s scheduled for the high-end Limited and flaunts a redesigned 7-inch touchscreen display, a 350-watt audio upgrade and dual-zone automatic climate control. Again, the re-monikered SE is supposedly eligible for much of the standard bling in the Limited, while further noteworthy options in all trims should include remote engine start and upsized alloy wheels.

Notable standard safety equipment for the revamped 2014 Elantra gathering is expected to include, once again, 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, active front headrests and front side-mounted airbags. All trims should remain carrying a remote antitheft alarm, while the Limited (and perhaps the Sport) is expected to return with turn-signal-integrated mirrors. Lastly, the new Sport trim is slated to tote standard front fog/driving lights.

Published May 31, 2022 by Eric Tallberg

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by Anonymous
Jan 03, 2025
Car was not even detailed dog hair, dirt, garbage looked at it turned around and left. I think the kid who was assigned to pick it up and show it to was even embarrassed..Jan 03, 2025
by Ejima A
Feb 13, 2024
Hoghly Cost effective Energy & Maintenance! Highly recommended too! Feb 13, 2024
by Rangarirai F
Nov 15, 2022
Reliable, fuel efficient vehicle that has much lower maintenance cost.Nov 15, 2022

2014 Hyundai Elantra Pricing

Original MSRP
$17,200 to $21,700
Price range
$7,497 to $8,020
Average price on CG
$7,566
YoY price change
$7,865 to $7,566

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 172 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.33

Engine

Alternator: 90 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Kit: inflator kit

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 172 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 6

Engine

Alternator: 90 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Blue Link · Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low battery

Lights

Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: MyHyundai with Blue Link · Smart device app function: maintenance status

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 172 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.07

Engine

Alternator: 90 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Kit: inflator kit

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 23 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

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