HERE IT IS!!! 2007 totally unmasked, first pics Options

[elantragt]

The all-new 2007 Elantra makes its world debut today at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. Hyundai’s 2007 Elantra is the 7th all-new product from Hyundai in just 24 months, giving Hyundai the freshest lineup in the industry. All new from headlight to taillight, Elantra brings more refinement, safety and interior space to compact car shoppers. The all-new Elantra is substantially roomier than either Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla.

“With Hyundai’s assertive new design direction, the all-new Elantra delivers more interior space than an Acura TL, and a level of ride and handling refinement that’s both agile and comfortable,” said John Krafcik, vice president, Product Development and Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Add in unsurpassed standard safety features like six airbags, anti-lock brakes and active front head restraints and the Elantra continues to offer exceptional value.”

IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES
All Elantras have six standard airbags, including two advanced front airbags, two front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and two side curtain airbags protecting front- and rear-seat outboard passengers, anti-lock brakes and front-seat active head restraints. Side-impact airbags are expensive options on direct competitors such as the Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus and are not available on the Chevrolet Cobalt. Side curtain air protection is optional on Corolla and Cobalt and still not available on Focus.

EXPRESSIVE AND CONFIDENT DESIGN
Elantra continues the dramatic new aerodynamic styling theme introduced on the all-new 2007 Santa Fe - assertive, refined and confident. Up front, the Elantra features projector-style headlights and a chrome-accented front grille for a more upscale appearance. The profile of Elantra features an expressive character line and a clean look with bodycolor door handles and mirrors. Elantra is wider and taller than its predecessor. Increasing the height 2.2 inches and moving the driver’s seating position up 1.8 inches opens up the cabin for more room and flexibility. Two inches of added width deliver more front and rear shoulder room as well.

A “CLASS ABOVE” INTERIOR
The Elantra is truly a “class above” Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla for interior room and now offers three percent more space than the outgoing model. Elantra is so roomy the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) classifies it as a mid-size car, not a compact car like Civic and Corolla. With 97.9 cubic feet of passenger room and 14.2 cubic feet of trunk space, the Elantra has the most interior volume for a sedan in its class. Elantra’s total interior volume of 112.1 cubic feet exceeds the 2006 Civic sedan (102.9 cu. ft.), 2006 Corolla (103.8 cu. ft.) and even the near-luxury 2006 Acura TL (110.4 cubic feet) sedan. Elantra trunk capacity also beats Civic and Corolla. Its 14.2 cu. ft. of trunk volume is 18 percent larger than Civic and five percent bigger than Corolla.

SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Elantra’s design team worked to solve the classic design tradeoffs between interior roominess, agility and driving comfort. On one hand, interior space and cargo room are critically important in a sedan in this class; on the other hand, secure, responsive handling and good road isolation are also priorities. The Elantra’s ride quality improves upon that offered by Civic, Corolla, Focus and Cobalt. An advanced, motor-driven, engine-speed-sensing rack-and-pinion power steering ensures the new Elantra has a more agile driving feeling than key competitors.

24/7 PROGRAM
The new Elantra completes Hyundai’s 24/7 new product launch initiative when it goes on sale in fall 2006. Launched in January 2005, the 24/7 product plan includes the arrival of the all-new Tucson, Sonata, Accent, Azera, Santa Fe, Entourage and Elantra. From the flagship, full-size Azera to the entry-level Accent, each of these models has unsurpassed safety technologies and reflects the Hyundai brand’s refined and confident nature.

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Nothing on the engine yet.

[Silentwolf]

Looks fairly like a Carolla to me. Too round and tallish looking just like the Carolla.

This post has been edited by Silent Wolf: Apr 12 2006, 12:40 AM

[CyberGecco]

I like the front end, a very aggressive 'mean' look whereas the XD2 has a more 'happy' feel....the side profile looks alright, but it's the butt of the joke I dislike.....Hatch/wagon it will be for me, I suppose....if I ever let the GF/sig.other get my current XD2, and I get a new HD....but we shall see.

[Goldenguy]

These pictures do shed more light, but I think to make my final judgement, I'd need a good side profile. The front end looks nice with the grille, though the headlights are very similar to Corolla. The rear taillights are original enough.

So far, I'm not really sold over my current Elantra.. but some more imagery and a release of the engine information could help push me towards that area.

EDIT: The current side shot is allright, but I do like how the roofline seems to swoop back more.

This post has been edited by Goldenguy: Apr 12 2006, 01:00 AM

[KeWLKaT]

ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

even the damn tailights are vomiting corolla

[elantragt]

I have to say I like the front end .. I like the front end.

Beyond that, it looks dated IMO. I honestly think the XD generation cars have a lot more personality. What strikes me as odd is the total lack of trim moldings... the car looks kinda naked. As for the rear it's pretty bad. They'll be a lot more to talk about...interior ...engine (s). but let's face it first impressions mean a lot and my first impression is .. I'm glad I have a GT Hatch.

It's almost like the stuck a crisp modern front end on a 1998 car.

[LateAPXR]

It looks too....bland for me. Like it's missing something the prior cars had.

I like the redesign about as much as I like VW's redesigned lineup (and I don't really like it...). Looks too much like a Corolla.

It looks like Cerranzo in Major League (the movie)....it has no marbles! lol

[Goldenguy]

Now that it's mentioned, I notice the lack of side moldings. I find it strange that they wouldn't be present, because don't they somewhat aid in preventing dents to the actual car itself?

The slope of the bottom end of the window kind of reminds me of the Pontiac Grand Prix.

I can't say I dislike this car, but visually, I'm not sure that it's really a step forward from XD or XD2. I'm still really curious to see the interior.

[Jonas]

Wow, what a setback. One of the redeeming features of the XD/XD2 was that it didn't conform to the cookie cutter image that plagued some of its competitors; this, on the other hand just screams the opposite... then again, maybe it looks better in person..maybe..
... <sigh>... maybe they'll make up for it with the hatchback design.....

[elantraelite]

What can i say.... A very big disappointment.

I always thought a car without side mouldings looks a bit on the check side.

The front has too much Kia Spectra/Cerato for my liking.

I dont mind the ass... and it looks like the same ELANTRA badge was kept

[stauf]

Well, tomorrow you all will get your wish.. More photos.. Hint up what kinda shots ya'll want...

[Jonas]

Interior shots would be awesome