Hyundai Elantra HD (2007–2010)

Hyundai Elantra HD (2007–2010) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Hyundai Elantra — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
XD 2001–2006 —
HD 2007–2010 —
MD 2011–2016 —
AD 2017–2020 —
CN7 2021–present 2024

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Elantra

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Hyundai 2.0L 4-cylinder 1999–2023 13 models 106
Hyundai 1.6L 4-cylinder 1992–2023 9 models 15

About this generation

A redesigned sedan (designated HD) debuted at the 2006 New York International Auto Show for the 2007 model year. As before, the HD was sold under the Hyundai Avante name in its South Korean home market. It had a more rounded, jelly bean-like design used in the US in the 1990s. The engine lineup included 1.6- Gamma and 2.0 L Beta II petrol inline-four engines, and a 1.6 L turbodiesel inline-four. All engines featured improved fuel economy.

A five-speed manual transmission was standard with an optional four-speed automatic. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) the Elantra received a Good overall score in the frontal crash test and a Marginal overall score in the side impact test, but all Hyundai Elantras manufactured after November 2009 earned a Good overall score in the side impact test. Standard side airbags included front and rear head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags.

Beijing Hyundai launched a redesigned Elantra called the "Elantra Yue Dong" for the Chinese market with an updated exterior and a separate facelifted 2011 Elantra model. The model was later updated in 2017 and is currently known as the Hyundai Celesta. Only the 2.0 L engine was offered in North America. Unlike the 2006 model year XD series, the 2007 model year base Hyundai Elantra GLS trim did not include air conditioning as standard equipment, but added side curtain airbags (previously front and side only), active head restraints and all-round disc brakes with four-channel ABS.

The Elantra offered the most interior room in its class, leading the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to classify it as a mid-size car. Hyundai offered the Hyundai i30 wagon in the U.S. and Canada marketed as the "Elantra Touring". Elsewhere, the same vehicle was marketed as the Hyundai i30cw. * 2008 model year: the "Limited" trim level was dropped, leaving "GLS" and "SE" trim choices. The SE trim included features not available on the "GLS" such as a telescopic steering wheel and electronic stability control (ESC), with sunroof and leather upholstery as options.

According to Consumer Reports testing, the "SE" trim has significantly better handling and braking than the base "GLS" trim. * 2009 model year: iPod and USB interfaces became standard on the "SE" models. On the instrument panel, the gear shift indicator moved to the trip computer display, and the coolant temperature gauge was removed. "GLS" models received new wheel cover designs, and "SE" models had a rear garnish on the rear registration plate border.

Exterior colour choices now included Natural Khaki. The 2009 model year was J.D. Power's highest quality compact car. The study measured 228 attributes, including overall driving experience, engine and transmission, and a broad range of defect and design problems reported by vehicle owners. The 2008, 2009 and 2010 Elantra SE was consistently chosen as a Top Pick for compact sedans by Consumer Reports magazine. * 2010 model year: a new "Blue" trim was added, a basic model modified for increased fuel economy.

The grille design was slightly modified and "Blue" and "GLS" models received chrome rear garnish. The interior received chrome door handles, new metallic interior finish, cup holders, and a chrome-trimmed gear selector for "SE" models. On "GLS" and "SE" models automatic transmission became standard, while the lesser "Blue" models only offered manual. The "GLS" offered sunroof or an LG navigation system; "SE" included a choice of two packages: a sunroof with heated seats or a sunroof with heated seats, LG navigation and Bluetooth.

iPod and USB connectivity became standard on the "GLS" and available on the "Blue". Exterior colour choices were slightly changed, with Nordic White and Black Noir Pearl replacing the Captiva White and Black Pearl, respectively; Purple Rain was deleted. Canadian trim levels were different from the US models.

Source: Wikipedia — Hyundai Elantra — Fourth generation (HD; 2006), CC BY-SA.

Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2007 6 266 Air Bags, Visibility/Wiper, Service Brakes

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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