
Lingdong is equipped with a three-cylinder engine. In terms of power, the new Lingdong comes with a 1.4T and a 1.6L engine. The 1.4T turbocharged engine delivers a maximum power of 128 horsepower and a peak torque of 211 Nm, paired with a dual-clutch transmission. The 1.6L engine offers a maximum power of 95 horsepower and a peak torque of 157 Nm, matched with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Lingdong is positioned as a compact car, with body dimensions of 4610mm in length, 1800mm in width, and 1450mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2700mm.

As an average car owner, I've been driving the Elantra for several years, and its engine is indeed a four-cylinder, whether it's the 1.6L naturally aspirated or the 1.4T turbocharged version—the basic configuration remains the same. When I was choosing a car, I compared it with other models, like some Japanese cars with three-cylinder engines that had noticeably more vibration. But the Elantra's four-cylinder design is very smooth; you hardly feel any shaking in city traffic jams, and it accelerates steadily on the highway. Hyundai has done a good job in this regard, balancing power and fuel efficiency. My daily commute fuel consumption is around 6.5L/100km. While some people pursue V6 performance cars, a four-cylinder is more than enough for regular family use, and the maintenance costs are lower—oil changes and spark plug replacements aren't expensive. Overall, it's suitable for daily driving—reliable and straightforward.

I'm a car enthusiast and often discuss engine details. The Hyundai Elantra comes standard with an inline-four engine, such as the widely used 1.5L naturally aspirated or 1.6L turbocharged engines in the 2022 model. Technically, the four-cylinder structure reduces rotating mass and delivers excellent NVH performance, avoiding the idle vibrations typical of three-cylinder engines. In terms of power output, the horsepower ranges between 120-200, which is sufficient for commuting and highway needs, with good fuel economy and compliance with environmental emission standards. I've studied engine layouts, and four-cylinders are common in compact cars due to their small footprint, compact design, and ease of pairing with automatic or manual transmissions. The Elantra's configuration is reliable and ideal for budget-conscious drivers who still seek a smooth ride.

In the automotive repair community, we often work on the Elantra. Its engines are mostly four-cylinder, with the 1.8L or 1.6T being the most common. After servicing several of them, I've found that the four-cylinder structure is simple, has fewer failure points, and results in fewer customer complaints. Tasks like spark plug or valve replacements are easy to handle. Compared to more complex engines, maintenance costs are lower, parts are easier to find, and it helps extend the vehicle's lifespan.

As a novice driver, I just bought an Elantra. Looking at the specs, the engine is a four-cylinder, which is great—less vibration, lower noise, and a comfortable ride. When buying the car, the salesperson emphasized that this is a mainstream choice, with good fuel efficiency, simple maintenance, and safety.


