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Hyundai Avante AD

2016 — South Korea

The Hyundai Elantra, also known as the Hyundai Avante in Korea, is a compact car manufactured by the South Korean company Hyundai since 1990. Initially branded as the Lantra in Australia and certain European markets, the name varied due to existing models with similar names. The worldwide standardization to "Elantra" excluding South Korea, Singapore, and Russia happened in 2001, addressing the naming inconsistencies. The first generation of the Elantra, codenamed J1, was introduced in October 1990 and underwent a mid-term facelift in 1993 to update its design and features. Key Points: 1. Name Variations: The model was marketed under different names in various regions, such as Lantra in Australia and certain European markets, and Avante was not used due to sound-alike issues with other car models like Audi's "Avant." 2. Global Standardization: To create a consistent brand image, the name "Elantra" was adopted worldwide in 2001, except for South Korea, Singapore, and Russia. 3. First Generation (J1): Launched in 1990, the initial model received a mid-term facelift in 1993, indicating Hyundai's commitment to updating and improving their offerings over time.