Elantra Test-drive : A Request To Reviewers
#1
Posted 29 March 2012 - 03:10 PM
- acceleration power between 1.6 MT and 1.6AT (to ascertain which version will have better acceleration from standstill. Although the manual transmission is expected to be quicker off the blocks, to ascertain whether the 1.6AT has decent acceleration and not far off from the 1.6MT)
- driving dynamics between 1.6MT and 1.6AT (this is more on steering feel, stability of the vehicle when taking corners at reasonable or high speeds etc., whether the vehicle has a sporty character with tuned suspension, capable of a more spirited drive. Performance will most likely be similar between 1.6 MT and AT, so comparison with other makes such as Forte, Civic, Sylphy or other vehicles will be useful to assess the driveability of the Elantra)
- acceleration power between 1.6AT and 1.8AT (as above)
- driving dynamics between 1.6AT and 1.8AT (as above)
Test-drive sessions that cover these aspects will appeal to potential buyers looking to purchase this new Elantra although the current introductory price may seem to be on the high side.
#2
Posted 29 March 2012 - 03:20 PM
Proud to be a Gunner
#3
Posted 29 March 2012 - 03:33 PM
Forgot to add one more point that is NVH. Quietness in the cabin, road noise from tyres and smoothness of drive.
Looking forward to your review(your past reviews have always been informative and a joy to read). Have fun while you are at it.
#4
Posted 29 March 2012 - 03:35 PM
Proud to be a Gunner
#5
Posted 29 March 2012 - 07:13 PM
There were lots of Elantras running around Citta Mall today. Was told that today is for invited guests only .... tomorrow will be the actual day open to public. I saw 5 test units (all with trade plates) parked outside the marquee today ... both 1.6 and 1.8 variants .... all auto though.
#6
Posted 30 March 2012 - 10:14 AM
It's open to public from today till Sunday. Go check it out.
Proud to be a Gunner
#7
Posted 30 March 2012 - 04:45 PM
http://kensomuse.blo...impossible.html
Sorry, while many of the points listed by ryder does make sense, the combination of inadequate road/time for the test drive and the lack of a manual variant makes it very challenging to do a detailed review of the car. Nonetheless, I hope the summary of specs at the end of the article helps those who're looking for a Japanese/Korean C segment. Hope you enjoy reading it
#8
Posted 30 March 2012 - 09:29 PM
The high-spec'ed version in white does look quite good especially with the smoked headlamps. If just the performance and driving dynamics could match the sporty good looks of the vehicle..
#9
Posted 30 March 2012 - 10:28 PM
The high-spec'ed version in white does look quite good especially with the smoked headlamps. If just the performance and driving dynamics could match the sporty good looks of the vehicle..
You're most welcomed, bro. I think as an overall package, the Elantra does perform well ... only gripe most people have is the price which those who're still focused on engine displacement vs price have an issue against, especially when it's an NA engine
#10
Posted 31 March 2012 - 02:05 AM
nice write up...
i like the part when the SA says computer needs sometime to warm up...
well, then again, it could be the gps unit acting up...