Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S

Hyundai India is here with its much-awaited fifth generation premium sedan, Hyundai Elantra. The car has been given a major makeover in terms of interiors and exteriors. The car has been launched in both diesel and petrol variants just as before. Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is one of the diesel variants of the freshly launched Hyundai Elantra. The car variant is blessed with 1.6L of CRDi diesel engine that churns out 126BHP of peak power with 260Nm of maximum torque. The six speed manual transmission coupled with the engine helps the car to deliver an awesome performance. The mileage delivered on the road lands around 22km per litre, which is remarkable for a premium sedan. The fluidic design philosophy used in the exteriors of the new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is fabulous from every angle. The looks and appearance of the sedan are the major highlight. The interiors are also done with great care and concern. The car has so many comfort features such as efficient air conditioning system with heater, smart key with push button start, rear  view camera, leather upholstered seats, multi functional tilt steering wheel, power windows, advanced audio system with AM/FM radio and the list goes on and on.

Exteriors

The new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is stunning sedan. The car is certainly giving a hard time to sedans like Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda City, and Renault Fluence especially in terms of looks. The car has been given a complete makeover as compared to its previous version. The new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S features some exciting exterior elements that take the appearance of the sedan to a whole new level. The front facade of the new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S comes with stretched out curvy headlamps accompanied by fog lamps and well-done grille. The narrowed down nose of the car is attractive. The side profile of the car has body colored ORVMs with heated function, body colored door handles and bold wheel arches fitted with alloy wheels. The rear profile of the new Hyundai Elantra is no less as the car comes with edgy and chic tail lamps accompanied by refreshed rear bumper and high mounted stop lamp.

Interiors

The interiors of the new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S are posh and premium. The high quality leather upholstery for the seats is exquisite. The two tone trims further adds on to the sophistication present in the sedan. The waterfall type central console has been done with great heed . Just below you will find carefully positioned audio system and air conditioning controls. The vents are positioned properly as well. The car interiors have been done ergonomically, which not only gives the driver a comfortable driver, but also makes sure that the passengers doesn’t face any problem during their journey in the car.

Comfort Features

The comfort level of 2012 Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is almost flawless. The premium sedan has many luxurious features, which not only add charm to the interiors, but also make the journey in the sedan utterly comfortable and relaxing to the core. The major highlighting comfort features of 2012 Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S comprise of effective air cooling system with heater, ergonomic controls, smart key with push start button, electro chromic mirror, rear view camera, leather upholstery of the seats, power windows, power assisted power steering with tilt function, advanced audio system with AM/FM radio, audio controls mounted on the steering wheel , five speed for the wiper, 10-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, USB and AUX-in interface , ample of legroom and headroom for all passengers, sufficient luggage storage space, and more.

Engine and performance

The engine department of the new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is very impressive. However, Hyundai Motors hasn’t done any major changes in the engine section, but just as before, this variant of the car features 1.6Litre of CRDi diesel engine . This engine has the ability of churning out peak power of 126BHP at the rate of 4000rpm along with 260Nm of maximum torque at the rate of 1900-2750rpm. The engine is mated with a six speed manual gearbox that pushes the car deliver a superb fuel economy of 22 km per litre. talking about the acceleration and pickup of the car, the sedan doesn’t let down at all. The car catches up a top speed of 180kmph and goes from 0 to 100 km per hour mark in just 12 seconds . Overall, the Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S performance on the road is spectacular and proves to be terrific and gives the driver an awesome driving experience.

Braking and Handling

The braking and handling of the new Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is impressive. The car comes with utterly responsive and effective braking system that makes the driving in the sedan totally remarkable . to ensure smooth driving, the suspension system in the 2012 Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is also notable. It makes sure that the passengers get a smooth and bump-free ride even on the rugged and rough Indian terrains. the sedan also comes with anti lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution that prevents the wheels from locking up in case of emergency brakes are applied.

Safety features

The safety department of Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra CRDi S is loaded. The car is well-equipped with six airbags for the driver and front co-passenger, electronic stability program, anti lock braking system, electronic brake force distribution system , three-point seat belts for all the passengers, central locking system and so on. All these features make the safety department of the car top-class. The body of the sedan has been made with high quality material that makes sure that the passengers are safe to a great extent in case of accident or collision as maximum force will be absorbed by the body of the sedan.

Pros 

Good looks, premium interiors with impressive safety features are the major highlights of 2012 Hyundai Elantra Fluidic

Cons 

High maintenance cost.