1996 Hyundai Elantra Base Sedan
The 1996 Hyundai Elantra Base Sedan is a 1.8-liter inline-4 sedan with a manual 5-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $11,314 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Elantra measures 174.0 inches long on a 100.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,458 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $11,314 ($23,436 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L inline-4 multi-point fuel injection |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection (MPFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Manual 5-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 14 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 14-in. |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 66.9 in |
| Height | 54.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,458 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.4 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars