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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Compact

Large

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Gas Turbocharged I4

Gas I4

Displacement

2.0L/121

2.4L/144

Fuel System

FSI

MPI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

200 @ 5100-6000

175 @ 6000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

207 @ 1800-5000

168 @ 4000

Transmission

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

GVT

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Manual w/OD

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

3.36

3.27

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.09

1.79

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.47

1.55

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.10

1.18

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.11

0.97

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.93

Reverse Ratio (:1)

1.64

3.42

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.94/3.09

3.25

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

3162 lbs

3292 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

Independent

Suspension Type - Rear

Independent

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

MacPherson Strut

Double-wishbone

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

4-link

Multi-Link

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

1.02 in

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

0.63 in

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Pwr-Assisted

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

4-wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.28 x 0.98 in

11.0 x -TBD- in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

11.26 x 0.47 in

10.3 x -TBD- in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

17 x 7 in

16 x 6.5 in

Rear Wheel Size

17 x 7 in

16 x 6.5 in

Spare Wheel Size

Compact in

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Steel

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

225/45HR17

P215/60R16

Rear Tire Size

225/45HR17

P215/60R16

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

29 MPG

32 MPG

Cruising Range - City

304.50 mi

371.70 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

21 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

25 MPG

Cruising Range - Hwy

420.50 mi

566.40 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

14.5 gal

17.7 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

15.6

16.9

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.01

3.28

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

35.8 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

93.1 ft³

105.4 ft³

Front Head Room

39.3 in

40.1 in

Front Leg Room

41.2 in

43.7 in

Front Shoulder Room

54.8 in

57.4 in

Front Hip Room

55.5 in

Second Head Room

38.5 in

38.2 in

Second Leg Room

35.3 in

37.4 in

Second Shoulder Room

53.1 in

56.9 in

Second Hip Room

55.3 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

101.5 in

107.4 in

Length, Overall

165.8 in

188.9 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

69.3 in

72.1 in

Height, Overall

58.4 in

58.0 in

Track Width, Front

60.4 in

62.0 in

Track Width, Rear

59.7 in

61.4 in

Min Ground Clearance

5.6 in

6.3 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

16.3 ft³

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

1500 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

150 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

120

110

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

8.4 qts

7.3 qts

Feature

MECHANICAL

2.0L DOHC FSI 16-valve turbocharged I4 engine.

6-speed manual transmission w/OD.

Clutch starter interlock.

Electronic stabilization program w/anti-slip regulation (ASR).

Front wheel drive.

Independent MacPherson strut front suspension.

Independent 4-link rear suspension.

Front/rear sport suspension w/stabilizer bars.

P225/45HR17 summer performance tires.

Temporary use spare tire.

17" "Denver" alloy wheels.

Electro-mechanical variable assist pwr rack & pinion steering.

Pwr front vented, rear solid disc brakes w/red calipers.

4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Electronic brake-pressure distribution (EBD).

Hydraulic brake assist (HBA).

Dual exhaust tips

2.4L DOHC 16-valve I4 engine.

Continuous variable valve timing (CVVT).

5-speed manual transmission w/OD.

Front wheel drive.

Independent double-wishbone front suspension w/gas shocks.

Independent multi-link rear suspension w/gas shocks.

Front/rear stabilizer bars.

Engine-speed-sensing pwr steering.

4-wheel disc brakes.

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) -inc: electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), brake assist

EXTERIOR

Body-color bumpers.

Body-color rear spoiler located above rear hatch.

HID xenon headlights.

Front halogen projector lens foglights.

Daytime running lights.

Body-color heated pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals.

Variable intermittent windshield wipers.

Body-color door handles

16" steel wheels w/covers.

P215/60R16 all-season tires.

Compact spare tire.

Body-color bumpers.

Body-color body-side moldings.

Body-color heated pwr mirrors.

Tinted glass.

Speed-sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers.

Body-color door handles

ENTERTAINMENT

AM/FM/XM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: (6) speakers, i-Pod/USB/aux inputs.

In-glass antenna

INTERIOR

8-way manual front cloth sport bucket seats w/manual lumbar support.

60/40 split/folding rear seat w/height-adjustable head restraints for all seating positions, center armrest w/(2) cup holders, pass-through.

Front center armrest w/storage compartment.

Center console-inc: auxiliary pwr outlet, (2) front cup holders.

Front/rear floor mats.

3-spoke leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/audio controls.

Immobilizer theft-deterrent system.

Multi-function trip computer-inc: trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, miles to empty, radio station display, personalizing functions.

Compass.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Outside temp gauge.

Pwr windows-inc: front windows w/driver side 1-touch up/down feature, pinch protection, key-operated open/close feature.

Remote keyless entry.

Cruise control.

Remote hatch/fuel door releases.

Audible/visible anti-theft vehicle alarm system.

Premium VII AM/FM stereo w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer/MP3 player-inc: (10) speakers, auxiliary input jack.

Sirius satellite radio.

Air conditioning w/pollen filter.

Rear heating/air conditioning ducts.

Rear window defroster.

Sliding visors w/covered illuminated vanity mirrors.

Interior dome lamp w/time delay, (2) front reading lamps.

Leather shift knob.

Alloy pedals

Cloth seating surfaces.

Front bucket seats w/active head restraints.

Rear 60/40 split-fold seats w/outboard headrests.

Dual tier console w/armrest, storage, (2) cupholders.

Rear center armrest w/(2) cupholders.

Center console mounted 12-volt pwr outlet.

Full floor carpeting.

Door sill scuff plates.

Tilt steering wheel.

Instrumentation -inc: tachometer, coolant temp, trip odometer, digital clock.

Warnings -inc: oil pressure, battery, door ajar, trunk open, brake, check engine.

Pwr windows w/driver auto up/down, pinch protection, lockout.

Pwr door locks.

Remote keyless entry system w/security alarm.

Remote fuel/hood/trunk release.

Cruise control.

Air conditioning w/cabin air filter, rear seat heat ducts.

Rear window defroster.

Locking glovebox.

Cloth door trim.

Map pockets.

Dual sunvisors w/illuminated vanity mirrors.

Assist grips.

Lighting -inc: dome, front reading lamps, ignition, glovebox, map.

Seatback pockets.

Rear coat hanger

SAFETY

4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system.

Driver & front passenger side-impact airbags.

Front/rear side curtain protection.

Buckle switch sensor for passenger airbag suppression.

3-point safety belts w/front height adjusters, pretensioners, load limiters.

LATCH child restraint system.

Child safety rear door locks.

Electronic stabilization program w/anti-slip regulation (ASR).

Clutch starter interlock.

Collapsible steering column.

Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams.

Daytime running lights

Traction control system (TCS) w/electronic stability control (ESC).

Shift interlock system.

Front/rear crumple zones.

Body-side reinforcements.

Hood buckling creases & safety stops.

Driver/front passenger advanced airbags.

Driver/front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags.

Front/rear side-curtain airbags.

Occupant classification sensor.

3-point seatbelts for all seating positions.

Front seat belt pretensioners & force limiters.

Childproof rear door locks.

Emergency internal trunk release.

Lower anchors & upper tether anchors (LATCH).

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Energy-absorbing steering column

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
5.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
60,000.

Corrosion Years:
12.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
50,000

Basic Years:
5.

Basic Miles/km:
60,000.

Drivetrain Years:
10.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
100,000.

Corrosion Years:
7.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
5.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
07V442000.

Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 17, 2007.

Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
340000.

Summary:
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW..

Consequence:
INAPPROPRIATE, NON-STANDARD LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW AND IF PRESENT, THE CAP WILL BE REMOVED. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987..

Notes:
VOLKSWAGEN RECALL NO. Q8. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
13V113000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 01, 2013.

Component:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
1,712,336.

Summary:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the crui....

Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
13V354000.

Mfg's Report Date:
AUG 12, 2013.

Component:
SUSPENSION.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
239,000.

Summary:
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 1, 2005, through January 21, 2010; and model year 2006-2011 Azera vehicles manufactured September 27, 2005, through November 22, 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 and water can enter portions of the rear crossmember, leading to corrosion of the crossmember steel. This may lead to detachment of one of the rear control arms..

Consequence:
Control arm separation may suddenly change the rear wheel alignment, affecting the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash..

Remedy:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the crossmember assembly. The recall is expected to begin by the end of September 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai Custom Care Center at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall number is 113..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov.

News - Crash Test Results

Frontal Driver:
* * * *.

Frontal Passenger:
* * * *.

Side Driver:
* * * * *.

Side Rear Passenger:
* * * * *.

Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..

NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).

Frontal Driver:
* * * * *.

Frontal Passenger:
* * * * *.

Side Driver:
* * * * *.

Side Rear Passenger:
* * * * *.

Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..

NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).

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