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The Excel was the first Hyundai model imported and distributed in Australia, arriving in 1986 with an aggressive sub-$10K price tag.
The compact FWD four-cylinder was sold across multiple generations until it was effectively replaced as the brand’s entry-point model in 2000.
The line-up currently starts at $1,650 for the Excel Sprint and ranges through to $4,070 for the range-topping Excel GLX Sportz.
Check out real-world situations relating to the Hyundai Excel here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
No. Hyundai only recommends E10 for cars built after October 2003.
On a small car like that I would expect the pads to last 40,000-50,000 km, so I wouldn’t expect the pads to be worn out yet. It could be that the disc rotors themselves need to be replaced. If the pedal is going too far down and feels like it’s not stopping the car very well I would get the brakes bled.
It sounds like a problem with the gearshift itself, and may have been caused by wear. If that's the case it should be a reasonably simple, inexpensive repair.
You need to get it checked by a mechanic with diagnostic equipment, particularly as it will become your daughter’s car and you don’t want it breaking down. It’s possibly the engine management computer that’s playing up, but you won’t know until you have it checked.
The price range for the Hyundai Excel varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $1,650 and going to $4,070 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,650 | $4,070 | |
| 2000 | Sedan | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,200 | $4,070 | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,650 | $4,070 | |
| 1999 | Sedan | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,200 | $4,070 | |
| 1998 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,650 | $4,070 | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,040 | $4,070 | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,760 | $4,070 | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,040 | $4,070 | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,760 | $4,070 | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,040 | $4,070 | |
The Hyundai Excel has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 175x70 R13 for Hatchback in 2000 with a wheel size that spans from 13x5 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Hatchback | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 2000 | Sedan | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1999 | Sedan | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1998 | Hatchback | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | 175x70 R13 | 13x5 inches | |
The Hyundai Excel has maximum towing capacity of 700kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 2000 | Sedan | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1999 | Sedan | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1998 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 700kg | 700kg | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 700kg | 700kg | |
The Hyundai Excel is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 6.3L/100km for Hatchback /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Hatchback | 6.3L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2000 | Sedan | 6.3L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 6.3L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1999 | Sedan | 6.3L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1998 | Hatchback | 6L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 6L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 6L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 6L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 6L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 6L/100km | 1.5L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
The dimensions of the Hyundai Excel Hatchback and Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Hatchback | 1394x1620x4103 mm | 160 mm | |
| 2000 | Sedan | 1394x1620x4117 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1999 | Hatchback | 1394x1620x4103 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1999 | Sedan | 1394x1620x4117 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1998 | Hatchback | 1394x1620x4103 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 1394x1620x4117 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 1394x1620x4103 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 1394x1620x4117 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 1394x1620x4103 mm | 160 mm | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 1394x1620x4117 mm | 160 mm | |
