2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Priced from $18,495

Hyundai has just released U.S. pricing information for its new Elantra Touring five-door compact model which is sold in Europe as the i30 Crossover Wagon. Prices start from $18,495 for the entry-level model and $19,995 for one featuring a Premium-Sport package. In the U.S., the Elantra Touring is offered exclusively with the same 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine found in the Elantra sedan. With a manual transmission, the Elantra Touring's mileage is 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway while with the optional four-speed, automatic transmission, the Hyundai's EPA rating is 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway.

The entry level model's standard equipment includes air conditioning, power windows, heated mirrors, remote keyless entry with alarm, steering wheel-mounted cruise control and audio controls, eight-way adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support, a cooled glove box and an integrated 172-Watt AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers, USB input and auxiliary input.

The Premium-Sport package adds a power sunroof with tilt and slide functions, heated front seats and 17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45VR17 tires. The all-new 2009 Elantra Touring will be available at Hyundai's dealerships in the first quarter of 2009.

2009 Elantra Touring Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Pricing

Touring M/T Standard Equipment Five-Speed M/T with B&M Sport shifter $18,495
Touring A/T Standard Equipment Four-Speed A/T $19,295
Touring M/T Premium-Sport Five-Speed M/T with B&M Sport shifter $19,995
Touring A/T Premium-Sport Four-Speed A/T $20,795