The Hyundai Elantra III (XD) is a sedan produced from 2000 to 2006. It is the 1st of 5 generations of the Elantra in our catalog.
Engines: 1.6 (G4ED (Alpha II 1.6)), 105 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 4,510 mm, wheelbase 2,610 mm, ground clearance 160 mm, fuel tank 55 L.
Facelift: 2003. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Engine: Hyundai/Kia Alpha (1.4–1.5)
- timing belt wear
- oil consumption at high mileage
What to check when buying: when the timing belt was replaced.
Tip: Simple engine; timing belt on schedule.
Gearbox: Hyundai/Kia automatic
- kicks on the 2–3 shift and when braking
- solenoid and clutch pack wear at high mileage
What to check when buying: shift shocks; whether the gearbox software was updated.
Tip: Change the oil every 60k km; adaptation often helps.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Hyundai Elantra III (XD) have?
1.6, code G4ED (Alpha II 1.6), 105 hp, 143 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
manual (5MT / 4AT Hyundai A4AF3).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Ground clearance 160 mm, fuel tank 55 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Hyundai Elantra III (XD) in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 13,675 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.