Does the 2011 Hyundai Elantra have a timing belt or chain?

Each of the configurations of the 2011 Hyundai Elantra comes with a 1.8L 4Cylinder engine, which is driven by a timing chain, which Hyundai claims is maintenance free, silent, and durable. With an estimated lifetime of over 250,000 miles, most drivers find this option to be superior to the alternative -- a timing belt, which requires replacement at regular intervals (usually between 60,000 and 100,000 miles). The downside is, of course, that timing chains are far more expensive to swap out. In the unlikely case that Your chain becomes stretched or damaged, You might be looking at up to a $3,000 repair bill. However, with proper care and maintenance, those with chains will usually see them last longer than the rest of the car.