Hyundai Elantra (Second report)

Positive impressions continue to pile high once you get in. I’ve always been a fan of the two-tone dash, which makes it a cheery place to be in, and the fit and finish is very impressive. And, as we mentioned in our last report (February 2013), the long equipment list had us plenty excited. 

Of particular note for me is the Elantra’s segment-first cooled seats which, coupled with the more-than-effective air-conditioner, really do an excellent job of keeping us comfortable in Mumbai’s sweltering heat. On really hot afternoons, I switch on the air-con and put the seat coolers to max. A minute or two is all it takes to get the cabin to a manageable temperature. And it helps that the leather seats aren’t frying-pan hot.