Hyundai Elantra

The Hyundai Elantra is a compact car made by Hyundai and launched for the 1991 model year. It is currently in its fifth generation and available for you to use as your Manhattan discount rental car.

Design concept

The Elantra has an FF design, which means it has a front-engine, front-wheel drive layout that places the internal combustion engine and driven roadwheels at the front of the vehicle. This layout eliminates the need for a central tunnel or higher chassis clearance to accommodate the driveshaft providing power to the rear wheels when you choose this as your Manhattan discount car rental. This also improves traction in many applications. It is generally considered superior in conditions where traction is low, such as snow or mud compared to rear-engine, rear-wheel drive.

Early beginnings

When you choose this as your discount car rental Manhattan, you will find this car has a long history. It was launched in 1990 and powered by a Mitsubishi-designed 1.6 L engine that produced 113 hp. The fourth generation of the car was launched in 2006, which debuted at the New York Auto Show for the 2007 model year. This car had the most interior room in its class and led the Environmental Protection Agency to classify it as a mid-size car. The engine is a 2.0 L Beta and features improved fuel economy over previous generations of the car. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and there is a four-speed automatic transmission that is optional. The latest generation of the car was released in April 2010 and features a 1.6 L gasoline direct-injection engine that produces 103 hp.

Why a Hyundai?

When you choose a Hyundai as your discount rental car Manhattan, you will find this Korean car is made by the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. It was also the world's fastest growing automaker at this time. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea and employs 75,000 people worldwide. They sell cars in 193 countries, selling 1.7 million vehicles worldwide. They've been producing cars since 1967 and have been selling cars in the United States since 1986.

Driving in New York City

When you have a Manhattan discount car rental, you will find you are probably best to take public transportation in the city itself, unless there is a need for you to drive. Parking and getting around Manhattan can be difficult at times. Your car rental is best for trips outside of the city where it is harder to take public transportation. However, if you need to drive in the city, make sure you know the rules of the road. First, unlike most places in the country, you cannot make a right turn on a red light unless there is a sign that allows it. You need to pay attention to these signs because they will let you know where you can and cant turn during the day, which is designed to limit congestion during the day. There are pedestrians everywhere in this city, so watch out for them. Also, be sure to bring quarters with you if you will be parking. Many of the parking meters will only accept quarters and they come in handy. Be sure to read parking garage signs carefully as well because many look like a good deal, until you read the small print.

When you choose the Hyundai Elantra as your Manhattan discount car rental, you will find this compact car is best for city driving where parking spaces may be tight. This car is great for a couple or small family planning to travel in the area and is looking for a car that is good on fuel consumption.