St. Peters, MO -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/03/2011 -- St. Charles Hyundai is proud to announce that the 2012 Hyundai Elantra has arrived at the St. Louis dealership and is now available for purchase. One of the most popular compact cars in America, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra brings everything to the table in value, performance, and safety.

The 2012 Hyundai Elantra comes loaded with an extremely efficient 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 148 horsepower. The Elantra blows away the competition with 40 mpg highway and 29 mpg city. The efficient Elantra is able to keep drivers on the road more and less stops at the gas station.

The cabin of the 2012 Elantra was meticulously designed to promote the best driving environment for passengers. Front and rear passengers will enjoy the overwhelming space for legs, head and shoulders for complete comfort while riding. Hyundai engineers also worked hard to minimize noise, vibration and harshness so that the cabin stays quiet during travel. The Elantra LIMITED also becomes the first compact car to have front and rear heated seats.

The 2012 Hyundai Elantra comes with Hyundai’s best safety features to keep passengers safe. With six air bags, the Hyundai Elantra is prepared to give the ultimate protection to passengers in the unfortunate incident of a collision. Newly designed front and rear side-impact beams are designed in the doors to further protect passengers. Finally, the Elantra’s vehicle stability management system incorporates electronic stability control, traction control system, and anti-lock brakes to keep the car in control of the driver and to avoid potential collisions.

Saving money is the number one way the 2012 Hyundai Elantra delivers to customers. With fewer trips to the gas station, IIHS Top Safety Pick Rating to lower insurance costs, and the projected highest residual value for its class keeps the Elantra holding value longer.

For more information on the 2012 Hyundai Elantra or other Hyundai models, visit St. Charles Hyundai in St. Louis and speak with our helpful staff associates. Visit hyundai.stcharlesauto.com/new-inventory for the latest Hyundai inventory and follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/StCharlesHyun.

About St. Charles Hyundai
St. Charles Hyundai is proud to serve St. Louis, MO. Carrying a full line of new and used Hyundai cars, St. Charles Hyundai offers the ultimate selection when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. The knowledgeable and award-winning service department is ready to assist with all repairs and maintenance needs. The parts department offers the latest and best variety of Hyundai parts and accessories. St. Charles Hyundai strives for 100 percent customer satisfaction for each visit.