What is the name of Beijing Hyundai Celesta?
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The name of Beijing Hyundai Celesta is Elantra, with body dimensions of 4510mm in length, 1765mm in width, and 1470mm in height, a wheelbase of 2650mm, a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters, a trunk capacity of 490 liters, and a curb weight of 1167kg. The Elantra features front-wheel drive, with a front suspension of MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear suspension of torsion beam non-independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 123PS, a maximum power of 90.2kW, and a maximum torque of 150.7Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
I've always been interested in automotive history, and the Beijing Hyundai Celesta actually has quite a story. It's a compact sedan launched by Beijing Hyundai in 2016, commonly known as 'Lingdong' in Chinese, and was designed based on Hyundai's sixth-generation Elantra platform. I remember during those years, Hyundai wanted to refresh its product lineup, and the Celesta replaced the older Yue Dong model, targeting the family car market. Equipped with a 1.6-liter engine, it offered smooth power delivery and fuel consumption was kept between 7-8 liters, making it suitable for city driving. I think the name 'Celesta' might be inspired by the musical instrument, symbolizing elegance and quality. In the Chinese market, it had a more down-to-earth name, Lingdong, representing trendsetting and a sporty feel. If you study model evolution, it might remind you of the earlier Elantra series, but with a more modern exterior.