2003 Hyundai Elantra
2003 Hyundai Elantra Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$12,899 - $15,249
Original MSRP:
$11,873 - $14,030
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver:  Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: Rear Passenger: 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 RESISTANCE RATING: 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 essentially measures vehicle characteristics of center of gravity and track width to determine 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). |
2003 Hyundai Elantra Review
"The Elantra line is expanded for 2003 with the addition of a GT sedan. Elantra is the larger of Hyundai's two subcompact cars. It comes as the GLS 4-dr sedan, the GT 4-dr hatchback, and now the GT 4-dr sedan. All have a 2.0-liter 4-cyl engine and manual or optional automatic transmission. Front side airbags are standard. ABS with traction control is optional; 4-wheel disc brakes are standard on the GTs and included with ABS on the GLS. Standard equipment includes air conditioning and power windows/locks/mirrors. GTs add a sport suspension, alloy wheels, and leather upholstery. Hyundai's warranty is one of the industry's longest: 5-years/60,000-mi. basic, 10/100,000 powertrain."
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 03V257 |
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| Number of Units Affected | 312,292 |
| Summary | On certain passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the rear brake tubes pass behind the front suspension crossmember. Two steering gearbox mounting brackets are welded to the crossmember. On vehicles equipped with an antilock brake system (ABS), the rear brake tubes could contact both steering gearbox mounting brackets. On vehicles that are not equipped with ABS, the rear brake tubes may contact only the left mounting bracket. Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering brackets could cause wear and corrosion that could result in brake fluid leakage. Fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes so they do not contact the mounting brackets, install brake tube clips to control the location of the rear brake tubes, and apply anti-corrosion material to the tubes in the areas where contact with the mounting brackets may have occurred. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during the third quarter of 2003. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. |
| Dates of Manufacture | June 2000 - February 2003 |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | 061 |
2003 Hyundai Elantra Models & Prices
2003 Hyundai Elantra GLS
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn GLS Manual | $12,899 | $11,873 | $194 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn GLS Auto | $13,699 | $12,605 | $206 / Month* | |
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2003 Hyundai Elantra BASE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn GLS Auto SULEV | $13,699 | $12,605 | $206 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn GT Auto SULEV | $15,249 | $14,030 | $229 / Month* | |
| 5dr Sdn GT Auto SULEV | $15,249 | $14,030 | $229 / Month* | |
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2003 Hyundai Elantra GT
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn GT Manual | $14,449 | $13,298 | $217 / Month* | |
| 5dr Sdn GT Manual | $14,449 | $13,298 | $217 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn GT Auto | $15,249 | $14,030 | $229 / Month* | |
| 5dr Sdn GT Auto | $15,249 | $14,030 | $229 / Month* | |
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2003 Hyundai Elantra Features and Standard Equipment
EMISSIONS CERTIFICATION Features
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SULEV certified (2.0L engine/4-speed manual trans) | • |
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City 24/hwy 33 (2.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • | |
| City 24/hwy 33 (2.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) *Estimated* | • | ||
| City 24/hwy 33 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerodynamic halogen headlamps | • | • | • |
| Black body-side & bumper moldings | • | • | |
| Black rear lip spoiler | • | • | |
| Body-color body-side moldings | • | • | |
| Body-color bumpers | • | • | • |
| Body-color door handles | • | • | • |
| Body-color high rear spoiler | • | • | |
| Fog lamps | • | • | |
| Pwr heated body-color mirrors w/timer | • | • | • |
| Rear window wiper/washer | • | • | |
| Tinted glass w/sunshade band | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent wipers w/washer | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12-volt accessory pwr outlet | • | • | • |
| 60/40 split fold down rear seat | • | • | • |
| Air conditioning | • | • | • |
| Cargo area illumination | • | • | • |
| Carpeted floor mats | • | • | |
| Center dome lamp | • | • | • |
| Color-keyed 4-spoke tilt steering wheel | • | • | |
| Cruise control | • | • | |
| Deluxe cut pile carpeting | • | • | • |
| Deluxe full cloth seat trim | • | • | |
| Digital quartz clock | • | • | • |
| Driver footrest | • | • | • |
| Dual front map lamps | • | • | • |
| Dual visor vanity mirrors | • | • | • |
| Electric rear window defroster w/timer | • | • | • |
| ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette w/4-speakers | • | • | |
| ETR AM/FM stereo w/compact disc w/2-front, 2-rear speakers, 2-door mounted tweeters | • | • | |
| Fixed mast antenna | • | • | • |
| Front bucket seats w/adjustable headrests, multi-adjustable driver seat, lumbar support | • | • | • |
| Front center console w/armrests, covered storage box, (2) cup holders | • | • | • |
| Front door integrated arm-rest w/cloth inserts & door map pockets | • | • | |
| Front door integrated arm-rest w/leather trim & door map pockets | • | • | |
| Front/rear assist grips (3) | • | • | • |
| Full carpeting in cargo area | • | • | • |
| Gauges-inc: tachometer, trip odometer, coolant temp | • | • | |
| Leather seat trim | • | • | |
| Leather wrapped 4-spoke tilt steering wheel | • | • | |
| Leather wrapped shift knob | • | • | |
| Lockable glove box | • | • | • |
| Purple illuminated gauges-inc: tachometer, trip odometer, coolant temp, trip computer | • | • | |
| Pwr door locks | • | • | • |
| Pwr windows w/driver side express down | • | • | • |
| Remote hood/fuel/hatch door releases | • | • | |
| Remote hood/fuel/trunk door releases | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry w/alarm | • | • | |
| Vinyl headliner | • | • | • |
| Warning lights-inc: door/hatch ajar, low fuel indicator | • | • | |
| Warning lights-inc: door/trunk ajar, low fuel indicator | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14.5 gallon fuel tank | • | • | • |
| 15" x 5.5" steel wheels w/deluxe wheel covers | • | • | |
| 15" x 6" alloy wheels | • | • | |
| 2.0L (120.5) DOHC MFI 16-valve 4-cyl inline engine | • | • | • |
| 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD | • | • | • |
| 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes | • | • | |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | • | • | |
| Front & rear stabilizer bars | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • |
| Full wheel covers | • | • | |
| Fully independent multi-link rear suspension | • | • | • |
| MacPherson strut front suspension | • | • | • |
| P195/60R15 all-season SBR Michelin tires | • | • | • |
| Pwr assisted rack & pinion steering | • | • | • |
| Pwr-assisted dual diagonal brake system | • | • | • |
| Sport tuned suspension | • | • | |
| Temporary spare tire | • | • | • |
| Ventilated front disc/rear drum brakes | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-point ELR/ALR rear seat belts (3) | • | • | • |
| 5-mph bumpers | • | • | • |
| Child safety rear door locks | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger front airbags | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger side impact airbags | • | • | • |
| Driver 3-point ELR seatbelt | • | • | • |
| Front height adjustable seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters | • | • | • |
| Front passenger 3-point ELR/ALR seatbelt | • | • | • |
| Passenger presence detection (PPD) system | • | • | • |
| Rear child safety seat anchors | • | • | • |
2003 Hyundai Elantra Options and Addition Equipment
EMISSIONS Options
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CALIFORNIA/NORTHEAST STATES EMISSIONS | • | • | |
| FEDERAL EMISSIONS | • | • | |
| SUPER ULTRA LOW EMISSION VEHICLE (SULEV) | • |
NOTE Options
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** THIS STYLE IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN THE STATES OF CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, MASSACHUSETTS, VERMONT, AND MAINE ** | • |
OPTION PACKAGE Options
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCESSORY GROUP 1/AA -inc: base vehicle only | • | • | • |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 10/AJ -inc: cruise control, remote keyless entry w/alarm, Kenwood CD/MP3 Premium audio w/remote control, detachable face, (6) speakers *Limited Availability* *NET* | • | • | |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 2/AB -inc: cruise control, remote keyless entry w/alarm *NET* | • | • | |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 3/AC -inc: cruise control, remote keyless entry w/alarm, anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/traction control *NET* | • | • | |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 4/AD -inc: cruise control, remote keyless entry w/alarm, pwr moonroof w/sunshade, ETR AM/FM stereo w/CD player *NET* | • | • | |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 5/AE -inc: cruise control, remote keyless entry w/alarm, pwr moonroof w/sunshade, ETR AM/FM stereo w/CD player, anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/traction control *NET* | • | • | |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 6/AF -inc: pwr moonroof w/sunshade *NET* | • | • | |
| ACCESSORY GROUP 7/AB -inc: pwr moonroof w/sunshade, anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/traction control *NET* | • | • |
PAINT Options
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO) | • | • | |
| MUD GUARDS (PIO) | • | • | • |
| REAR CARGO TRAY | • | • | |
| REAR SPOILER | • | • | |
| SUNROOF WIND DEFLECTOR (REQ: 4/AD or 5/AE Accessory Group) (PIO) *NO LONGER ORDERABLE* | • | • | |
| SUNROOF WIND DEFLECTOR (REQ: 6/AF or 7/AG Accessory Group) (PIO) *NO LONGER ORDERABLE* | • | • | |
| TRUNK CARGO NET (PIO) | • | • | • |
| WOOD GRAIN TRIM (PIO) | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) | • | • | |
| LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: leather wrapped steering wheel & transmission gear shift (STD) | • | • |
2003 Hyundai Elantra Technical Specifications
Brakes
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | |||
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | ||
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.1 x - TBD - | 10.1 x - TBD - | 10.1 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.1 x - TBD - |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trunk Volume (ft) | 28.3 | 28.3 | 28.3 |
Engine
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0L/120.5 | 2.0L/120.5 | 2.0L/120.5 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 135 @ 6000 | 135 @ 6000 | 135 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 132 @ 4500 | 132 @ 4500 | 132 @ 4500 |
Exterior Dimensions
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 56.1 | 56.1 | 56.1 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 171.1 | 171.1 | 171.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 6.22 | 6.22 | 6.22 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 102.7 | 102.7 | 102.7 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 67.7 | 67.7 | 67.7 |
Fuel Tank
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
Steering
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.15 | 3.15 | 3.15 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 33.2 | 33.2 | 33.2 |
Suspension
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
Tires
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P195/60R15 | P195/60R15 | P195/60R15 |
| Rear Tire Size | P195/60R15 | P195/60R15 | P195/60R15 |
Transmission
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Type | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Vehicle
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 39.6 | 39.6 | 39.6 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 43.2 | 43.2 | 43.2 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 54.7 | 54.7 | 54.7 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 94 | 94 | 94 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.0 | 38.0 | 38.0 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.0 | 35.0 | 35.0 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 53.5 | 53.5 | 53.5 |
Weight Information
| GLS | BASE | GT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2635 | 2698 | 2635 |
2003 Hyundai Elantra Safety Features
Safety Features
| Driver & front passenger front airbags |
| Driver & front passenger side impact airbags |
| Passenger presence detection (PPD) system |
| Driver 3-point ELR seatbelt |
| Front passenger 3-point ELR/ALR seatbelt |
| Front height adjustable seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters |
| 3-point ELR/ALR rear seat belts (3) |
| Rear child safety seat anchors |
| Child safety rear door locks |
| 5-mph bumpers |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | |
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| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver: Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: Rear Passenger: 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 RESISTANCE RATING: 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 essentially measures vehicle characteristics of center of gravity and track width to determine 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). |
