These are standard specifications for the 2012 Hyundai Elantra, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual , 6 Automatic Electronic with OD Lock-Up Torque Converter
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2011 - 2016 |
| Price : | MSRP: $15,195-20,445 |
| Weight : | 2661 lbs | 1207.009 kg |
| MPG City : | 29 |
| MPG Highway : | 40 |
| Combined MPG : | 33.00 |
Performance
| Coefficient of Drag : | 0.28 |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
| Power : | 148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque : | 131 Ft-Lbs (178 NM) @ 4700 RPM |
| Bore : | 81.0 mm | 3.189 in. |
| Stroke : | 87.2 mm | 3.433 in. |
| Compression : | 10.3:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
| Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 6300 RPM |
| Torque : | 130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 4700 RPM |
| Bore : | 81.0 mm | 3.189 in. |
| Stroke : | 87.2 mm | 3.433 in. |
| Compression : | 10.3:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
6 Manual , 6 Automatic Electronic with OD Lock-Up Torque Converter
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 3.308 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.962 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.257 |
| 4th Gear : | 0.976 |
| 5th Gear : | 0.778 |
| 6th Gear : | 0.633 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 23V651000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. |
| Consequence | An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 1, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available beginning April 10, 2024. Please see the attached document titled 'Updated Estimated Owner Notification Dates By Model' for more remedy launch information. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V393000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire. |
| Consequence | An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. |
| Remedy | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20101029 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 15V871000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster. |
| Consequence | If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor Company |
| Mfr Report Date | 20101112 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V115000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment. |
| Consequence | If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury. |
| Remedy | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated June 2024
2012 Averages
| Avg. Home : | $263,200 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.55 |
| Total Car Production : | 10,335,765 |
2012 Hyundai Elantra FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has a length of 178.30 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has a width of 69.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has legroom of 43.60 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2012 Hyundai Elantra cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra had an MSRP of $15,195 - $$20,445 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 131 Ft-Lbs (178 NM) @ 4700 RPM Inline 4 (1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 4700 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic Electronic with OD Lock-Up Torque Converter.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has a length of 178.30 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has a width of 69.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra has legroom of 43.60 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2012 Hyundai Elantra cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra had an MSRP of $15,195 - $$20,445 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 Hyundai Elantra have? A: The 2012 Hyundai Elantra had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 131 Ft-Lbs (178 NM) @ 4700 RPMHyundai
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