2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 6AT
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- Photo: 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS in Radiant Silver, front right, 2024-06-04 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Avante MD black by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2014-2015 Hyundai Elantra (MD3) SE sedan (2017-12-09) by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2013 Hyundai Elantra GL in Harbour Grey Metallic, rear left, 2024-06-05 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 6AT is a 148-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with an automatic 6-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,195 MSRP and is rated at 32 mpg combined.
It makes 148 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 131 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 38 mpg highway (32 mpg combined).
The Elantra measures 178.3 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,661 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,195 ($24,848 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $17,945 ($25,932 *) |
| Destination Charge | $750 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L Nu DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, D-CVVT |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 148 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 131 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve, Dual-CVVT, roller swing arm, HLA |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection (MPFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 38 MPG |
| Combined | 32 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 12.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled torsion beam, monotube shocks |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 23.0 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16-in. steel |
| Wheels Rear | 16-in. steel |
| Tires Front | P205/55R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Front Track | 61.5 in |
| Rear Track | 62 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,661 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.8 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD).
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 22, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside
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. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
NHTSA campaign 23V651000
Jul 2, 2020 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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.
NHTSA campaign 20V393000
Dec 23, 2015 · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
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.
NHTSA campaign 15V871000
Oct 7, 2015 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Elantra vehicles manufactured November 12, 2010, to March 31, 2011, and Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to February 28, 2010, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Road salt may corrode the front coil springs, possibly resulting in the coil springs fracturing.
Consequence: If a front coil spring fractures, it may contact the tire, possibly puncturing it, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front coil springs, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed on November 17, 2015. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 133. Note: Vehicles that were previously registered in salt belt states but are currently registered elsewhere are eligible to be inspected and repaired.
NHTSA campaign 15V629000
Apr 1, 2013 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
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.
NHTSA campaign 13V115000
461 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA
Owner Complaints
461 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai ELANTRA (21 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 96 |
| Air Bags | 81 |
| Steering | 78 |
| Suspension | 67 |
| Electrical System | 52 |
| Service Brakes | 48 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.