What type of suspension does the Hyundai Elantra use?
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The Hyundai Elantra uses a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension. The MacPherson strut independent suspension primarily consists of a coil spring, shock absorber, and triangular lower control arm. The torsion beam non-independent suspension connects the two rear wheels of the vehicle to a single axle, meaning if one rear wheel experiences movement, the other wheel will also be affected. The Elantra is a compact sedan launched by Hyundai, with body dimensions of 4610mm in length, 1800mm in width, and 1450mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2700mm.
Having driven the Hyundai Elantra for three years of commuting, the front MacPherson strut suspension handles speed bumps crisply, while the rear torsion beam structure surprisingly controls body roll well during cornering. This suspension combo works perfectly for city commuting, with the chassis filtering out vibrations on gravel roads without being too bumpy. Once carrying four colleagues on rough suburban roads, the suspension rebounded quickly without bottoming out. However, it's still necessary to slow down for big potholes, as the rigid rear suspension connection affects comfort somewhat. Hyundai's suspension tuning leans toward supportiveness, paired with 195 tires for direct steering feedback, a noticeable improvement over the previous Elantra.
