2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra

Today’s auto market is much different from markets of the past.  Current car buyers are very demanding when it comes to what they’re looking for in a car.  Customers want a vehicle that looks great and comes with top of the line styling.  They also want a car that has plenty of room both for passengers and cargo.  Most importantly, however, they want a car that is powerful, safe and fuel efficient.  Previous Hyundai models have managed to fill most of these requests in a sleek and affordable package.  The new 2012 Hyundai Elantra promises to bring a stylish new ride that manages to be very fuel efficient without sacrificing power.

Hyundai Elentra 2012 models bring a unique and contemporary design.  Many people have been quite happy with the sleek design of Hyundai’s slightly larger car, the Sonata, and it seems that the Elantra is copying a few of its design elements.  One of the most noticeable improvements to the 2012 Elantra is the redesigned grill.  The grill has been crafted in more of an open mouth design.  This design ensures that the 2012 Elantra will suck up all the air it needs to keep its engine cool.

2012 Hyundai Elantra

The overall design of the Hyundai Elantra 2012 model is very sleek and modern.  Hyundai has proven that they are keeping a close eye on current automotive design trends with its new Elantra.  One of the most striking differences from previous builds is the windshield which has been raked back quite dramatically to improve over all air flow over the vehicle.  The 2012 Elantra has also been outfitted with improved rear lights that are reminiscent of earlier Hyundai sedans.  While these design additions have done a lot to improve its aesthetic value they also promise to increase the fuel efficiency of the 2012 Elantra.

Hyundai is also offering customers a good number of options when it comes to different models and trim packages.  While the standard 2012 Hyundai Elantra comes with a number of great features, customers can choose from trim packages such as the GLS and Limited models.  Some of the different packages include some very nice features.  Navigation systems are becoming a standard element in modern vehicles and so Hyundai has included this in one of their optional packages.  Other features that Hyundai is including in the Elantra 2012 models is a rearview camera to aid in backing up and a much improved high power audio system to play all your favorite driving tunes.

2012 Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai is showing that they don’t sell their cars based on looks alone as the 2012 Elantra looks pretty great under the hood as well.  A peak inside the Elantra 2012 reveals a 1.8 liter engine with four cylinders that combine to produce 148 horsepower and a competitive 131 foot pounds of torque.  These specs promise to make the 2012 Hyundai Elantra a car that will perform when you need it to even if they aren’t exactly blowing anyone’s socks off.  The engine should be more than capable when it comes to taking care of common tasks.

Hyundai is offering the Elantra 2012 in two different forms.  While both models will have the same engine in the sedans, customers will have the choice between automatic and manual transmissions.  The manual transmission shifts quite nicely and has no problem locking into a particular gear.  There will always be some debate between people who like automatic transmissions and those who believe that manual transmissions are the only way to drive.  Luckily, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra is a good solution for both sides of the debate.

The 2012 Elantra boasts an independent suspension which is a great improvement over other vehicles that are currently available.  While most car buyers won’t be interested in the minutia of specifications, the improved suspension is a noticeable difference.   The new 2012 Elantra may not be going off road but the ride is quite smooth even on tough roads and potholes.  The steering on the Elantra 2012 is hydraulic assisted which adds to the over all responsiveness of the vehicle.  When you’re powering down the road you want to make sure that your vehicle is stable and responds to your commands.

Hyundai has become a respected name in the auto industry.  Its customers have come to enjoy the stylish designs, nice mechanics and quality performance that Hyundai brings with cars such as the 2012 Elantra.  The reworked design of the Hyundai Elantra 2012 model has brought a sense of luxury elegance even in the base packages.  The engine delivers some respectable specifications and maintains the reliable performance that people have come to expect from the Hyundai brand.  One of the most noticeable improvements to the Elantra 2012 is the independent suspension and very responsive steering.  Anyone who is looking for an elegant sedan that can get them where they need to go in a smooth and comfortable manner should definitely look into the 2012 Hyundai Elantra.

2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra

Jaguar XJ 2012

The choice of engines has been enlarged for the 2012 Jaguar XJ range with the fitment of a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine (market specific). All engines are coupled to a shift-by-wire, six-speed automatic transmission controlled by the JaguarDrive Selector or steering wheel-mounted paddles.

On the long-wheelbase Portfolio derivative a new ‘Executive Pack’ transforms the rear of the Jaguar XJ into a high-speed mobile office space with the provision of fold-down laptop trays and an electric rear sunblind for increased privacy. The package also includes upgraded carpeting, combination wood and leather steering wheel, gloss wood veneer choices and chrome mirror housings.


The 2012 Jaguar XJ interior available with the Premium Luxury and Portfolio trim levels the Jet/Ivory option features ivory seating with contrast jet stitching, piping and upper surfaces while the headlining is available in either colour, according to customer preference.


All Jaguar XJ variants are now available with an Illumination Package derived from that offered as standard on the Supersport model. This comprises illuminated treadplates, boot latch and front and rear air vents.

Chevrolet Sonic 2012

The Chevrolet Sonic is offered in two body styles: a stylish four-door sedan and a sporty five-door. Each delivers class-leading rear-seat roominess and cargo space. The sedan and five-door models are distinctively different. The five-door carries a tight, two-box shape with aggressive, diving feature lines, while the sedan’s “notchback” profile has a more upscale and mature presence. At first glance, the five-door model looks like a three-door hatch because the rear door handles are discreetly located in the “C”-pillar area. The rear of the five-door continues with unconventional details, including exposed, motorcycle-inspired rear taillamps. Details that reinforce Chevrolet Sonic’s quality and attention to detail include chrome grille surrounds and matte black honeycomb grille inserts on all models, while a range of large wheel sizes, including 17-inch alloy wheels, reinforces its sporty demeanor.


Chevrolet Sonic models are powered by efficient, power-dense, small-displacement engines, including the Ecotec 1.4L turbo and the Ecotec 1.8L – the same engines used in the new Chevrolet Cruze. Three transmissions are available: a five-speed manual and six-speed automatic with the 1.8L and a six-speed manual with the 1.4L turbo. The Ecotec 1.4L turbo’s power ratings are estimated at 138 horsepower (103 kW) and 148 lb.-ft. of torque (200 Nm) between 1,850 rpm and 4,900 rpm.


The naturally aspirated Ecotec 1.8L engine has many of the same features of the Ecotec 1.4L turbo. It is a compact and durable four-cylinder engine designed for low maintenance, low emissions and fuel efficiency. Its two-stage variable intake manifold allows approximately 90 percent of peak torque to be available from 2,400 rpm to 6,500 rpm. It is estimated at 135 horsepower (101 kW), along with 123 lb.-ft. of torque (167 Nm) at 3,800 rpm.

Production of the Chevrolet Sonic begins later in 2011 at the General Motors Orion Assembly Center in Michigan, which received a $545-million investment in upgrades and retooling, and will help restore approximately 1,000 jobs in the metropolitan Detroit area.